This Week in the BRN Family 10.23.25
Philadelphia pastors gather to be encouraged and equipped; BRN churches continue seasonal outreach; and we celebrate new life in Christ through baptism - it's a great week in the BRN Family!
Executive Director Barry Whitworth shares 2025 BRN highlights
Baptist Resource Network Executive Director Barry Whitworth shares highlights and accomplishments from the BRN's work so far in 2025.
CP Stories: Paul and Abbey Campbell, Utah
Missionaries Paul and Abbey Campbell felt called to leave a comfortable ministry on the East Coast to share the Gospel and plant a church in Utah.
In Memoriam: Phyllis “Fifi” Matthews
Phyllis "Fifi" Matthews, sister of Pastor Robert Matthews Jr., New Growth Church in Rio Grande, New Jersey, was called home on Oct. 9, at the age of 68. A celebration of life ceremony will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18, at 11 a.m. in the Seashore Community Church, Cape May, where her viewing will be offered from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.
Millcreek Community Church builds bridge with local university athletic community
Millcreek Community Church in Erie, Pa., recently hosted 150 individuals from the Gannon University football team for an evening of food, encouragement and Gospel impact. A BRN Evangelism Grant helped support the night.
College ministry continues to grow at The Fields Church in State College, Pa.,
The Fields Church in State College, Pa., continues to reach college students through their weekly Bible study and gathering called "The Salt Company." The church utilizes BRN Evangelism Grant funds to help transport students to the weekly gathering.
Barry Whitworth: Send Network to host two Send Network One-Day events in PASJ
Barry Whitworth, executive director of the Baptist Resource Network, shares about two upcoming One Day events sponsored by the Send Network in PASJ.
#RenewPASJ Good Reads: ‘On Pastoring’ by H. B. Charles Jr.
In "On Pastoring: A Short Guide to Living, Leading, and Ministering as a Pastor," author H. B. Charles Jr. gives 30 instructive reflections on the pastor’s heart, leadership, and public ministry.
#RenewPASJ Good Reads: ‘How Can I Encourage My Pastors?’ by Camryn Zamora
In "How Can I Encourage My Pastors," author Camryn Zamora helps believers esteem the role of pastors as commanded in Scripture, recognize their role in supporting church leadership, and follow through with simple, intentional acts of service.
Annual post: 30 ways to honor your pastor for Pastor Appreciation Month
Chuck Lawless, dean of doctoral studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, offers 30 ways churches and church goers can show gratitude towards their pastors during October, Pastor Appreciation Month.