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Pastor’s Retreat and Conference

Pastor’s Retreat and Conference

The BCNM is always considering ways to resource the churches and their pastors. A pastor’s retreat and conference seem among the best formats … Read morePastor’s Retreat and Conference

Outside the Walls

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ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) – “Our churches must focus on prayer and sharing Jesus with everyone they meet,” Willie McLaurin said. McLaurin, Interim Pre… Read moreOutside the Walls

State Mission Board Actions

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ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) – Actions taken at the State Mission Board Meeting, held on Jan. 23, 2023 at the Baptist Building in Albuquerque, are as follows: Read moreState Mission Board Actions

2023 NMEC Draws Crowd

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ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) – The 2023 New Mexico Evangelism Conference, February 27-28 at Sandia Baptist Church, Albuquerque, drew a large attendance. … Read more2023 NMEC Draws Crowd

New Mexico Baptists Come Together to Help Sivells Camp

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CLOUDCROFT (BNM) – On Jan. 27, 2023, Sivells Baptist Camp started its brand-new Koehler generator that will provide backup power to the dining… Read moreNew Mexico Baptists Come Together to Help Sivells Camp

Getting Ready for Summer Camps: Sponsors

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ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) - Whether a church has participated in Baptist Convention of New Mexico camps for years or if this year is the first, every … Read moreGetting Ready for Summer Camps: Sponsors

San Jon Ordains Three New Deacons

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SAN JON (BNM) – First Baptist Church, San Jon, ordained three men, Sunday, January 8, during its morning service. After announcements and a ti… Read moreSan Jon Ordains Three New Deacons

Churches’ 2022 Giving Helped Spread Gospel

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ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) – On January 23, 2023, the Baptist Convention of New Mexico’s State Mission Board received reports from the convention’s min… Read moreChurches’ 2022 Giving Helped Spread Gospel

Cavern Baptist Holds Free Garage Sale

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CARLSBAD (BNM) – About 12 years ago, the pastor at Cavern Baptist Church mentioned that his wife had heard of a church in another state having… Read moreCavern Baptist Holds Free Garage Sale

Las Cruces Church Opens New Food Pantry

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LAS CRUCES (BNM) – East Mesa Baptist Church (EMBC), Las Cruces, dedicated a new food pantry on Dec. 22. Read moreLas Cruces Church Opens New Food Pantry

Church and BCNM News

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Pastor’s Retreat and Conference

Pastor’s Retreat and Conference

  • Mar 24, 2023

The BCNM is always considering ways to resource the churches and their pastors. A pastor’s retreat and conference seem among the best formats to combine fellowship and training, each equally important.

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Outside the Walls

Outside the Walls

  • Mar 23, 2023

ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) – “Our churches must focus on prayer and sharing Jesus with everyone they meet,” Willie McLaurin said. McLaurin, Interim President and CEO for the Executive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention, spoke twice and led a breakout session during the 2023 New Mexico Evang…

State Mission Board Actions

State Mission Board Actions

  • Mar 22, 2023

ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) – Actions taken at the State Mission Board Meeting, held on Jan. 23, 2023 at the Baptist Building in Albuquerque, are as follows:

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2023 NMEC Draws Crowd

2023 NMEC Draws Crowd

  • Mar 22, 2023

ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) – The 2023 New Mexico Evangelism Conference, February 27-28 at Sandia Baptist Church, Albuquerque, drew a large attendance. Following a windstorm that blew through the state on Sunday, the weather improved for Monday and Tuesday, allowing attendees to travel and attend the …

New Mexico Baptists Come Together to Help Sivells Camp

New Mexico Baptists Come Together to Help Sivells Camp

  • Mar 16, 2023

CLOUDCROFT (BNM) – On Jan. 27, 2023, Sivells Baptist Camp started its brand-new Koehler generator that will provide backup power to the dining hall. With the addition of the generator, the camp is closer to the final phase of its renovations, finishing in the fall of 2023.

Getting Ready for Summer Camps: Sponsors

Getting Ready for Summer Camps: Sponsors

  • Mar 6, 2023

ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) - Whether a church has participated in Baptist Convention of New Mexico camps for years or if this year is the first, every church should make sure it is prepared and thinking about one of the most vital aspects of camp: sponsors.

San Jon Ordains Three New Deacons

San Jon Ordains Three New Deacons

  • Mar 5, 2023

SAN JON (BNM) – First Baptist Church, San Jon, ordained three men, Sunday, January 8, during its morning service. After announcements and a time of singing, Pastor Michael Erwin brought a message from Exodus 18:17-27, describing how Moses followed his father-in-law’s advice.

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Churches’ 2022 Giving Helped Spread Gospel

Churches’ 2022 Giving Helped Spread Gospel

  • Mar 3, 2023

ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) – On January 23, 2023, the Baptist Convention of New Mexico’s State Mission Board received reports from the convention’s ministry teams and executive director. The reports, which are provided quarterly to board members, revealed ways New Mexican Baptists share the Gospel th…

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Cavern Baptist Holds Free Garage Sale

Cavern Baptist Holds Free Garage Sale

  • Mar 1, 2023

CARLSBAD (BNM) – About 12 years ago, the pastor at Cavern Baptist Church mentioned that his wife had heard of a church in another state having a free garage sale. The church decided to try it, and, as they say, “the rest is history.”

Las Cruces Church Opens New Food Pantry

Las Cruces Church Opens New Food Pantry

  • Feb 16, 2023

LAS CRUCES (BNM) – East Mesa Baptist Church (EMBC), Las Cruces, dedicated a new food pantry on Dec. 22.

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Provisions Supplied to War-ravaged Ukraine

Provisions Supplied to War-ravaged Ukraine

LVIV, Ukraine (BP) — Donations through Send Relief, a joint Southern Baptist compassion ministry overseen by the Southern Baptist Convention’s International and North American Mission Boards, are providing churches across Ukraine and Eastern Europe with food, generators, and resources to hou… Read moreProvisions Supplied to War-ravaged Ukraine

GuideStone Releases Its 2023 Ministers’ Tax Guide for 2022 Tax Returns

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DALLAS (Guidestone) – GuideStone Financial Resources has released its most popular annual publication. The 2023 Ministers’ Tax Guide for 2022 … Read moreGuideStone Releases Its 2023 Ministers’ Tax Guide for 2022 Tax Returns

IMB trustees appoint 46 new missionaries; celebrate reports of increased engagement

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RICHMOND (IMB) - International Mission Board trustees approved the appointment of 46 new full-time, fully funded missionaries while also honor… Read moreIMB trustees appoint 46 new missionaries; celebrate reports of increased engagement

DR Teams Provided Support as Memphis Braced for Protests

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MEMPHIS (BP) – Southern Baptist Disaster Relief teams from Tennessee and Mississippi provided support for first responders Friday, January 27,… Read moreDR Teams Provided Support as Memphis Braced for Protests

SBC News

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Provisions Supplied to War-ravaged Ukraine

Provisions Supplied to War-ravaged Ukraine

  • Mar 17, 2023

LVIV, Ukraine (BP) — Donations through Send Relief, a joint Southern Baptist compassion ministry overseen by the Southern Baptist Convention’s International and North American Mission Boards, are providing churches across Ukraine and Eastern Europe with food, generators, and resources to hou…

GuideStone Releases Its 2023 Ministers’ Tax Guide for 2022 Tax Returns

  • Mar 14, 2023

DALLAS (Guidestone) – GuideStone Financial Resources has released its most popular annual publication. The 2023 Ministers’ Tax Guide for 2022 Returns, prepared by Richard Hammar, is available now for GuideStone members at GuideStone.org/TaxGuide. The tax guide includes tax highlights for 202…

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IMB trustees appoint 46 new missionaries; celebrate reports of increased engagement

IMB trustees appoint 46 new missionaries; celebrate reports of increased engagement

  • Mar 9, 2023

RICHMOND (IMB) - International Mission Board trustees approved the appointment of 46 new full-time, fully funded missionaries while also honoring 87 missionaries and staff during their Feb. 1-2 meeting in Richmond, Virginia. Chuck Pourciau, trustee chairman and lead pastor of Broadmoor Bapti…

DR Teams Provided Support as Memphis Braced for Protests

DR Teams Provided Support as Memphis Braced for Protests

  • Mar 8, 2023

MEMPHIS (BP) – Southern Baptist Disaster Relief teams from Tennessee and Mississippi provided support for first responders Friday, January 27, in Memphis. As the city braced for possible protests related to the reported beating and death of a man who died a few days following his arrest on J…

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Stand for Life Launches with ERLC Help

Stand for Life Launches with ERLC Help

  • Feb 13, 2023

NASHVILLE (BP) — A new organization that grew out of an alliance of more than 100 pro-life groups has launched with a Southern Baptist entity providing a vital contribution.

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The Porch Calls Stevens as Pastor

The Porch Calls Stevens as Pastor

  • By Joy Pittman
  • 21 hrs ago

PORTALES (BNM) – On Sunday, Feb. 5, The Porch, Portales, called Drew Stevens as its new pastor.

Vivian Celebrates 15 Years as Eastern Hills’ Children’s Pastor

Vivian Celebrates 15 Years as Eastern Hills’ Children’s Pastor

  • By Bill Connors and BNM Staff
  • Mar 18, 2023

ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) - On Sunday, December 4, 2022, Eastern Hills Baptist Church, Albuquerque, recognized Joe Vivian for serving 15 years as the …

Eunice Pastor Loses Son

Eunice Pastor Loses Son

  • By Joy Pittman
  • Mar 16, 2023

LUBBOCK, TEXAS (BNM) – Memorial services for Caleb Austin Teeters, 42, of Lubbock, Texas, were held on Friday, Jan. 20, at First Baptist Churc…

Wilson Served BCNM for 34 Years

Wilson Served BCNM for 34 Years

  • By Joy Pittman
  • Mar 15, 2023

ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) – Betty Wilson, a former Baptist Convention of New Mexico employee, died on January 18.

Las Cruces Pastor Retires

Las Cruces Pastor Retires

  • By Sandy Montoya
  • Mar 14, 2023

LAS CRUCES (BNM) – James Pratt, pastor, East Mesa Baptist Church, Las Cruces, retired in October after serving nine years as the church’s lead…

Lauer Served with NMBDR

Lauer Served with NMBDR

  • By Joy Pittman
  • Mar 5, 2023

ALBUQUERQUE (BNM) – Richard “Rick” Lauer, 75, of West, Texas, formerly from Rio Rancho, died January 5.

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Perspectives

Never Decide for Others

Never Decide for Others

  • By Steve Ballew

If you work for the Motor Vehicle Division, this is not personal. More than anyone, you understand the frustrations, and I know that you do not make the rules but merely have the unfortunate responsibility to enforce all of the rules.   

Taking It Home

Taking It Home

  • By Kevin Parker

My team processed the recordings of the 2023 New Mexico Evangelism Conference - the content of all its messages and presentations - and returned with 16 sermon and breakout session recordings: 13-14 hours of preaching and teaching. The audio content is available to every New Mexico Baptist a…

Spiritual Stagnation vs. Vibrant Spirituality

Spiritual Stagnation vs. Vibrant Spirituality

  • By Kevin Parker

As I wrote this column, I was studying the prophet Zephaniah. A phrase in verse 12 of the first chapter caught my attention and prompted me to search the context with new vigor and purpose. The phrase (Zephaniah 1:12) said God would punish “those who settle down comfortably” (CSB). My older …

Looking Ahead

Looking Ahead

  • By Kevin Parker

Ministry in churches either moves forward or stagnates (and eventually declines). In small communities and small churches, ministry can move forward. In large communities and large churches, ministry can move forward. Granted, small churches look forward in different ways than large (usually…

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