Brothers,

as goes the pulpit so goes the church. Every Sunday God uses the faithful preaching of His word to shepherd, encourage, correct, and train his people. He calls sinners to repentance. He calls people into ministry and missions. And he uses preachers just like you to do it!

I want to invite you to join me and other preachers as we grow together in this most important pastoral skill. Imagine what God might do in 2023 as you, and perhaps other men in your church whom you want to equip to preach, develop as preachers of God's word.

Starting Jan 17th (and on the third Tue of the month through April) we will host a 10am zoom call to spend one hour discussing and applying principles on how to develop as preachers. Teaching will be led by Dr. Thurman Hayes (FBC Suffolk) and I'll be guiding discussion and application.

If you've got men in your church you want to invite, feel free to pass the info on to them!

The zoom link can be found here. Register Today!

Jeff Mingee

(757) 812-8951

Upcoming Events in 2023 (Save the Date or Register Today!)

Stay up to date on all SBCV events at sbcv.org/events

Youth Evangelism Conference (Jan 13-14, Virginia Beach) - What if your church invested a weekend in your teenagers? Calling students to repentance, to renewal in their commitment towards Christ, and to obedience to the calling on their lives. The time to make Jesus known is now! Teaching by Shane Pruitt, musical worship led by The Chapels, and featuring illusionist Bryan Drake. Register Today!

SBCV Southeast Preaching Cohort (Jan 17th - third Tuesday of the month, 10am, online) - When is the last time you invested in your growth as a preacher? Join other SBCV pastors in this monthly zoom call to intentionally improve your preaching skills. Discussions will be led by Jeff Mingee with teaching segments from Dr. Thurman Hayes, Jr (Pastor, FBC Suffolk). We will be using Jim Shaddix's book Decisional Preaching as a help to our discussions. The zoom link can be found here. Register Today!

Pastors Prayer Gathering (Jan 23-24, Glen Allen) - What if you invested in your prayer life?Join with other pastors for the SBCV Pastors’ Prayer Gathering – a focused time of being in God’s presence, driven by His Word, empowered by His Spirit, as we seek His face together. We will praise Him, pray for one another, pray for His strength, and for revival and spiritual awakening. Register Today!

Family Foundation March For Life (Feb 1, Richmond) - You are invited to participate in the Virginia March for Life. This life-affirming event takes place in Downtown Richmond on February 1, 2023. Let’s unite together on this day to stand for truth, share God’s love, and defend the incredible blessing of life!

Church Planting Vision Tour (Feb 6 - 8, Norfolk) - Join other leaders for a strategic tour of church planting opportunities in and around Norfolk, VA. You will see first-hand how God can use you and your church to advance the gospel through church planting in Norfolk. Cost is $125 per person and includes hotel, food, and costs during the tour. Local pastors not needing a hotel can register for a lower price. Register Today!

Equip Women's Conference (Feb 25, Yorktown) - Join other women from around Virginia to learn from Rachel Lovingood. This time will be a rich encouragement that you don't want to miss. Register Today!