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SUMMARY:Virtual Training Institute: Grooming\, What is Grooming and How to Train and Protect Kids in Ministry
DESCRIPTION:About this Virtual Event:\nThe Virtual Training Institute is a resource of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC). These free webinars are part of an ongoing series designed to provide valuable continuing education on topics related to Abuse Prevention and Response. The goal is to strengthen the safeguarding efforts of ministries to protect the vulnerable. Each session features instruction from an industry expert and a live Q&A session with the presenter. All ministry leaders are invited to join the conversation on these important topics\, informed by real issues ministry leaders face today. \nOverview of this Course: \nDuring this webinar\, guests will hear from former US Marshall Director and former NCMEC Director John Clark and Matt Espenshade. Clark and Espenshade will define the term “grooming” and equip ministry leaders with ways to protect the kids in their ministry. \nWho’s Invited?\nAny ministry leader who is seeking to learn more about child safety. \nDate/Time:\nMay 12\, 2-3:30 p.m. EST \nLocation:\nOnline (Access webinar link by registering) \nPresenters:\nJohn Clark and Matt Espenshade \nFormer US Marshall Director and former NCMEC Director John Clark and Matt Espenshade. \nCost:\nFree! \nRegister:\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/virtual-training-institute-grooming-what-is-grooming-and-how-to-train-and-protect-kids-in-ministry/
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CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:BRN Directors' Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/brn-directors-meeting-31/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barry Whitworth":MAILTO:execdir@brnunited.org
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SUMMARY:Accelerant Session
DESCRIPTION:Collaborative planning with BRN directors
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/accelerant-session-16/2026-05-13/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
CATEGORIES:BRN Staff Event,Mission Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Baptist Resource Network":MAILTO:helpdesk@brnunited.org
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SUMMARY:Amplify Fall Conference Virtual Information Sessions
DESCRIPTION:About these Sessions:\nThe BRN Next Collegiate Ministry is  hosting two virtual informational sessions about AMPLIFY\, the 2026 Collegiate/Young Adult Fall Conference. This meeting aims to inform participants about Amplify\, encourage young adults to participate\, and give churches a chance to partner directly with this exciting BRN Next event. \nThis is a great opportunity for BRN churches to connect with the BRN Next Collegiate Ministry. Pennsylvania/South Jersey has around 750\,000 students across 225 campuses\, making it one of the largest student populations in the country. Effectively reaching our region\, including our student community\, should be a vital part of our strategy. \nWho’s Invited:\nPastors and church leaders involved with young adults and college students \nDates and Times:\nThursday\, May 14\, 2026\, 10 a.m. or 7 p.m. \nRegister:\nClick here to register.  Zoom details will be sent to you when you register.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/amplify-fall-conference-virtual-information-sessions/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Zoom Online Meeting
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Musser":MAILTO:nextgenministry@brnunited.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T160000
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CREATED:20260114T225220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T152211Z
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SUMMARY:BRN Executive Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Baptist Resource Network is a nonprofit organization governed by an executive board. The board is comprised of 17 persons\, both pastors and lay persons\, who serve in BRN affiliated churches. The BRN has four regions in our servicing territory and there are 4 representatives on the board from each region and one additional representative from the largest region. The board meets corporately at least three times per year to discuss matters pertaining to the BRN and the fulfillment of the BRN’s purpose.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/brn-executive-board-meeting-8/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:BRN HUB\, 4620 Fritchey Street\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Baptist Resource Network":MAILTO:helpdesk@brnunited.org
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SUMMARY:Woven Women Central Region Zoom Gathering
DESCRIPTION:This event is invitation only.\nAbout this Event:\nGather with other women’s ministry leaders in the Central Region for a time of getting to know one another\, networking\, and growing in your leadership skills. \nWho’s Invited:\nWomen’s ministry leaders from Baptist Resource Network churches in the Northern and Southern Central region. \nDate/Time:\nSaturday\, May 16 from 10 a.m. to noon \nLocation:\nThis will be an online Zoom gathering. \nQuestions?\nContact Mary Landis\, BRN Women’s consultant\, at maryl@brnunited.org. \nRegister:\nIf you’d like to attend\, please email maryl@brnunited.org.
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/woven-women-central-region-zoom-gathering-2/
LOCATION:Zoom\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Landis":MAILTO:maryl@brnunited.org
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SUMMARY:Pittsburgh Regional Evangelism Training
DESCRIPTION:About this Event:\nThis one-day evangelism training opportunity will help you learn how to effectively communicate the gospel\, start spiritual conversations in everyday life\, and answer common questions regarding the faith. Cost $15 lunch included. For more information contact Kevin@permeateevangelism.com \nWho’s Invited:\nAnyone who desires to grow in their evangelism skills! \nDates and Times:\nSaturday\, May 16\, 2026\, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nLocation:\nPittsburgh Baptist Church\n3100 Pioneer Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA. 15226 \nCost:\n$15 lunch included \nRegister:\nRegister here. \nFor more information contact Kevin@permeateevangelism.com
URL:https://www.brnunited.org/event/pittsburgh-regional-evangelism-training/
LOCATION:Pittsburgh Baptist Church\, 3100 Pioneer Ave.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training/Workshop
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