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WEEKLY NEWSLETTER May 28, 2026 |
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May the words of Zecheriah 10:1 be our prayer: Ask the Lord for rain in the springtime; |
Notes From OurDirector of MissionsHasn't it been wonderful to experience some rain over the past few days? Bonnie and I drove back to Clovis through a hard rain and storm on Saturday night. It had been so long I wasn't certain my windshield wipers still worked. It has been a blessing to see the lightning, hear the thunder, and smell the drops fall on our dry lawns and fields. Thank you, Lord, for the rain. In the next few weeks many of our churches will be having Vacation Bible School. This wonderful tradition is one of the most important and effective ministries of the church. Here are a few reasons why VBS is still a vital ministry for churches large and small: The activities, lessons and projects of VBS reach out to a generation that all too often isolates itself behind screens and devices. Kids these days put in more screen time every day than ever, and the exciting, physical and personal experience of VBS breaks through that barrier.
Know that I am praying for each of your congregations as you have your VBS this Summer. Don't be surprised if I show up to see how it's going. I love VBS and believe it is one of the most important ministries of the church. There are a few things that I would like to share with you about important Mission projects coming up in our churches:
With these projects, and others we are praying about, EVERY church in our Association can participate - by PRAYING, by PROVING financial support, or by PARTICIPATING and going on the trip. One other exciting project coming up in our Association is the 1613 Men's Conference Simulcast being hosted at Highland Baptist Church in Clovis on July 17-18. This is going to be a great opportunity for worship, discipleship and fellowship for men across our association. Pastors, I would like to ask you to each invite 2-3 men to join you for the conference that weekend. Please also send me the name of at least one person in your church that I could encourage personally to attend. The guys at Highland are working hard to provide this opportunity for men in our churches. Don't miss it. This past Sunday was our first to wake up in our home in Clovis then head out to visit and minister in Tri-Area churches. I cannot tell you how good it felt to not be commuting in on Sunday morning. Bonnie and I are blessed to be here with you, and we look forward to wonderful days of ministry together. Have a great week in the Lord! Damon |
Damon's Supply ScheduleDamon is scheduled to be at the following churches on these dates:
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Here are the dates and themes for VBS that we have learned about. If you don't see your church's information, please share that with Damon or Elaine.June 1-4 FBC Logan Illumination Station FBC Tucumcari Journey of Faith Sandia God's Masterpiece June 1-5 Highland Illumination Station June 8-12 Central Rainforest Falls June 11 Elida Magnify June 14-17 Pleasant Hill Illumination Station June 15-18 Emmanuel Illumination Station June 15-19 Melrose Emerald Crossing June 22-25 Ft Sumner Illumination Station June 22-26 Calvary Portales Snowball Mountain Challenge July 13-17 Parkland Rome
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We are receiving reservations for the Evangelistic Trailer with the bounce elements. You can check the calendar on our website to see if the trailer has already been reserved for the date you desire.
If your church would like to make a reservation, click HERE. |
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1613 Men’s ConferenceHighland Baptist will be a host site for this men's conference taking place July 17-18. Sign up HERE. Cost is $5/person (paid at the door). Contact Tyler at 575-763-7942 or tyler@highlandclovis.com for more information. What Makes 1613 Men’s Conference Different? Most conferences give you hype. 1613 gives you hard-earned truth, delivered by men who’ve led in combat zones, business boardrooms, and the battlefields of life. They’ll share truth sharpened by experience and grounded in Scripture. You’ll walk away with:
To learn more general information about this conference, click HERE. |
This retreat is for bi-vocational pastors and pastors of smaller membership or rural churches and their families. It will provide encouragement with worship, rest, fellowship, and time to recharge together. July 31 – August 2, 2026 Sivells Baptist Retreat and Conference Center Check-in begins Friday the 31st at 4 pm. Closing prayer will be Sunday the 2nd at 11 am. Registration cost: Individual: $65 Couple: $105 Family: $140 Price includes 2 nights in hotel style lodging, 5 meals, family worship times and breakout sessions for adults and kids. For more information contact Cheryl Vaughn at cvaughn@bcnm.com or 505-924-2314. This ministry is made possible through your gifts to the Cooperative Program. |
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Camping on the Rock,Build Your Life on Him!The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer; my God is my rock; in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalm 18:2 That is the theme and verse of this year's Ute Lake Camp Meeting. It will be held June 4-6 at Ute Lake. Make plans to attend! Patrick Pachta will be the Camp Pastor and James Golden will lead music. Discipleship will be under the leadership of Joe Garrett. CJ Garrett will lead the youth group and Kay Erwin will lead the children. Nathan Windsor is the Camp Director and Bevin Avent is the Assistant Camp Director. Contact Joe Garrett at 575-309-9065 for reservations. |
PRAY FOR MISSIONARIES WITH NEW MEXICO TIES
Would you like to receive monthly updates from IMB missionaries with NM ties? Emily Taigaafi has taken over the WMU prayer update newsletter that Karen Pilgreen has faithfully sent out for several years. The format has changed and you will need to sign up even if you already received the newsletter. You can do that by clicking on this LINK. Emily grew up overseas as a missionary kid, and these prayers from people back home have directly impacted her family. |
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Click HERE to check out the Good Books section of our website. We also have a Spanish version called Buenos Libros which you can check out by clicking HERE. |
The Book of the Week is The Blessing by John Trent and Gary Smalley. It is listed with the Marriage and Family portion of the Encourage tab: Good Books section on our website.
In this revised and updated edition, learn how the biblical gift of "The Blessing" is key to a child's self-worth and emotional well-being. Children of every age long for the gift of The Blessing--the unconditional love and approval that comes from a healthy relationship with their parents. This life-changing gift for Christian parents and their children, essential for instilling a deep sense of worthiness and unshakable emotional well-being, contains five essential elements:
Offering solid, practical advice and a fresh perspective on making this gift a bigger part of our families, The Blessing powerfully communicates these biblically based elements as necessary to prepare children for positive future relationships, including their relationship with a loving God. New to this updated edition are:
If you have missed out on the approval of your parents, the final chapters are for you. They include help for those who grew up without their own parent's blessing and provide ideas for blessing events. CLICK if you want to purchase this resource from Thriftbooks. It may also be available through other sources as well. |
How To Get Your Heart Ready For Sunday Church 1. Get up a little earlier so you can pray. 2. Pray that God will work in your heart through His Word. 3. Read the passage that your pastor is preaching from before you get to church. 4. Turn on some wholesome and uplifting worship music as you are driving to church. 5. Determine to connect with others while at church. 6. Turn off your phone. 7. Try not to watch the news before you leave for church. 8. Take others with you. 9. Bring your Bible. 10. Write things down when God speaks to you. “I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord.” ~ Psalms 122:1
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Submit a résumé and cover letter by sending it to the following address: Iglesia Bautista Belen
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Central Baptist Church Senior Pastor Position Applicants can find additional information at searchteam@connect2central.com or by using the following QR code:
Central is also seeking their next Worship Pastor and Student Pastor. Learn more about applying for these positions HERE. You can mail application/résumé to: Central Baptist Church Worship Pastor Position Youth Pastor Position 2501 N Norris Clovis NM 88101
First Baptist Church Logan Senior Pastor Search Email your cover letter and résumé to Nick Bradfield Pulpit Committee Secretary nbradfield@hc.edu
First Baptist Church - Santa Rosa Senior Pastor Search 635 Lake Drive Santa Rosa NM 88435 |
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FBC Portales is looking to hire a part-time Financial Secretary. If you are interested, call the church office (575) 356-6761 and ask for Pastor David. |
IMPORTANT DATES
Have an event coming up at your church? Email us at tri.area.baptist.association@gmail.com or June 2026 - 4th - 6th - Ute Lake Camp Meeting 7th - Southern Baptist Disaster Relief Day
July 2026 - 17-18th - 1613 Men's Conference Simulcast, Highland
September 2026 26th - One Day Mission
Got a question about any of the above events? Call Elaine at 575-714-7788. |
PRAY FOR NEEDS
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