We recently held our Third Annual Leadership Conference, and we were grateful for a strong attendance. I appreciate everyone who participated, and I’ve heard from many that the breakout sessions were especially helpful. It is our ongoing prayer to provide training that strengthens the ministries of our churches. We were blessed with excellent consultants who led the breakouts, and they remain available as a resource to serve our churches. I also want to thank Penia Baptist Church for graciously hosting the conference again this year. We look forward to continuing these opportunities so our churches can grow healthier and be equipped with the resources needed for strong, vibrant ministry.

Camp season is just around the corner. Applications are now available on our website and at the SCBN office. We are excited about what God will do through our summer camps. Our Camp Directors are working diligently to prepare for a meaningful week where children will have fun and grow in their understanding of Jesus. We are always in need of volunteers to serve during camp weeks. This is a wonderful opportunity for local missions and a meaningful way to invest in the lives of children. If you have not served before and would like to get involved this year, please let me know. Please also be in prayer for our directors as they prepare, and for the children who will attend.

Our Association camp belongs to our churches, and its future depends on both financial support and active participation. A few weeks ago, I shared a video outlining some of our current needs as we work to sustain this year’s budget and avoid a shortfall like last year. I am asking our churches to consider receiving a love offering for the camp, and I encourage individuals who feel led to give as well. While our camp fund is growing, we still need additional support to maintain and care for the campground. Thank you in advance for your generosity and for recognizing the importance of this ministry.

I am truly grateful for the privilege of serving our pastors and churches. May God continue to use us as we work together to reach more people with the Gospel and remain united in this mission.

Pressing On Toward the Goal!

Bro. Gary

Bro. Gary is available for pulpit supply or to lead worship as needed. He’s also available to help churches with strategy planning. If you’d like to connect with him, please call 229-406-1445.

National Day of Prayer 2026

"Tell of His glory among the nations,

His wonderful deeds among all the peoples." 1 Chronicles 16:24 NASB

The National Day of Prayer exists to mobilize unified public prayer for America.

THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026

Click here for more information about the

National Day of Prayer 2026

CORDELE                      Courthouse                            12:00 Noon

LILLY                              Fire Station                            12:00 Noon

VIENNA                          Downtown Square              12:00 Noon

BYROMVILLE              Groves Park                           12:00 Noon

PINEHURST                 Downtown Gazebo              5:30 PM

SUNDAY, May 10, 2026

This Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, we pause to remember the brave men and women who laid down their lives in service to our nation. We are reminded of the words in John 15:13: "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." As we enjoy the freedoms their sacrifice secured, let us join together in prayer for the families of the fallen and for peace in our world.

Links for Camp Applications

(applications are in pdf format - download and print)

If you are interested in serving as a Summer Camp Missionary, please complete the application below and submit to the Associational Office by May 28, 2026.

We invite you to support the South Central Baptist Camp ministry in the following ways:

PRAY: Join us in seeking God's will and guidance for the mission

PARTICIPATE: Enroll your children in our summer camps for a life-changing camp experience

PROVIDE: Make a designated contribution to support the operation of the camp

Your involvement is essential to the success of the camp, and we thank you for your generosity!

Dear SCBN Churches: We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to you who have given above and beyond to support your association and its ministries. Your generosity is a powerful expression of faith in action.

Because of your willingness to give sacrificially, lives are being touched, needs are being met, and ministry is continuing. We are deeply grateful for your partnership, and your commitment to the work God has placed before us.

Thank you for walking alongside us and for being such a blessing.

Below are a few photos from the Equip Leadership Conference held at Penia Baptist on April 23, 2026.