AZSBC Update: Possible Name Change for AZSBC

Dr. David Johnson Asks, "What's in a Name?"

Welcome to the AZSBC E-Newsletter! In this edition, Executive Director Dr. David Johnson asks, "What's in a name?" as he shares about the proposal to change the name of the Arizona Southern Baptist Convention to the Arizona Mission Network of Southern Baptists.

The pandemic has prompted some changes in upcoming AZSBC events. Find out more and enjoy reading the stories about people and churches below. We welcome your feedback as we endeavor to make this newsletter a helpful, informative and encouraging resource for you.

AZSBC Proposed Name Change:

Questions? Here are Answers

Who is proposing this name change?

What is the reason for this name change?

Why consider changing the name of the convention at this time after all these years? And more ...

Read the FAQ

Arizona Couple Joins IMB On and Off the Field (At the Same Time)

Joe and Wanda Kord* left Arizona to serve in West Africa with the IMB. Simultaneously, with the help of two Mesa churches and the Arizona Southern Baptist Convention, they opened their Arizona home to missionaries visiting our state.

Read the Story

Church Finds New Way to Advance Gospel Through Social Media

As COVID-19 closed churches around Arizona, Jorge Garcia, pastor of Iglesia Bautisa Kairos in Tucson, found himself preaching in living rooms and kitchens — virtually, that is. A social media newbie, he quickly learned new ways to connect with his congregation ... and beyond.

Read the Story

Pastors & Wives Retreat

Relax, Refresh and Recharge

Register today for the 2021 Pastors & Wives Retreat at Loews Ventana Canyon in Tucson, July 15-17. Due to COVID restrictions, registration is limited, so sign up early!

Learn More and Sign Up

2021 VBS Training

Changes and New Opportunities

This year’s in-person VBS Training on April 10 has been canceled due to continuing concerns regarding COVID-19. We will provide the VBS Digital Training Pass from Lifeway to any AZSBC church interested in receiving additional training. Information about in-person associational trainings will be posted as details become available.

Get the Digital Pass

Zona is Moving!

Making Summer Plans?

Zona 2021 is moving to Glorieta, New Mexico! Join us in the mountains, June 1-5. Starting Friday, February 19, registration information will be available on the Zona website.

Learn More

Ethan and Jasmine Chase*

Serving in the same Southeast Asian city for the past 13 years has allowed IMB workers Ethan and Jasmine Chase, who call Arizona home, to develop long-lasting relationships. Share with your church how they're reaching people for Christ.

*names changed for security

Note to Pastors:

With so many things competing for platform time, how do you share missions stories with your church? Consider using CP Stories, available here. Once a month, you can share a “bonus” story about an AZ missionary or church planter - those stories will be posted here.

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