ELDER MINISTRY GRANTS 2024

Congratulations and blessings to these churches who were awarded our first round of TABCOM Elder Ministry Innovation Grants! “These grants are designed to offer

TABCOM churches an opportunity to initiate and build new older adult ministries, to re-imagine and re-shape existing programs, or to be innovative and experimental.”

Be listening for the next round of grants in 2025.



1. Maplewood/First Baptist Church Malden (soon to be one church!)

Project: “Connections” a Seniors Ministry

2. First Baptist Church Sharon

Project: Intergenerational Faith Journey Project

Project: Caregiver Support Workshops

3. Boston First Nepali Baptist Church

Project: Outreach and support to Nepali Seniors

4. First Baptist Church Swansea

Project: ADA Bathroom renovations

TABCOM LEADERSHIP DAYS

AFTER CHRISTMAS SERMON

Are you struggling to prepare an after-Christmas sermon? We are here to help!

Here is an after-Christmas sermon from Rev. Ron Bouthillette our Associate Executive minister in Church Relations.

GOOD NEWS FROM OUR CHURCHES & CAMPS

Oceanwood

Dining Hall

Lawton Hall

PODCAST - Growth Matters: Rev. Kenneth Young - Equipping the Saint

On this episode Justice welcomes Rev. Kenneth Young, Associate Director from Massachusetts Council of Churches. Click here to listen.

For more info www.masscouncilofchurches.org

TELL US WHAT YOUR CHURCH IS DOING!

We would love to hear about the wonderful programs and initiatives happening in our TABCOM family of churches!

Sharing your stories not only inspires others but also fosters a sense of connection and collaboration among us. Whether it's a new outreach program, a successful event, or an ongoing ministry making a difference, your experiences can encourage and guide other congregations.

Please take a moment to share what your church is doing, so we can celebrate together and learn from each other's efforts. Your contributions will help us build a stronger, more united community in Christ.

Please send your information to robyn.mars@tabcom.org.

Don't forget to send photos!

TABCOM LEADERSHIP DIRECTORY

This past year we have concentrated on updating our Church Directory where all our churches are listed by their association. That is now being kept up to date as we receive new information and it is published with the updates in the members section of the TABCOM Website January and then July.



Now that the Church Directory is updated it is now time to update the Leadership Directory. This is where we list all of our ordained pastors, (active and retired) along with contact information. It appears that this has not been done in probably five years, so I will be sending out emails as I look to fill in the blanks in the information we have in our records. So be aware that you may be receiving an email or two from me asking for specific information. Don’t worry this is not spam as long as it comes from my email address diane.badger@comcast.net. Thanks so much for your help. 

NEW PASTOR'S DAY

New Pastor's Day will be held on February 22, 2025.

TABCOM ANNUAL GATHERING 2025

SAVE THE DATE

May 2-3, 2025

Grotonwood Camps and Conference Center

189 Prescott Street, Groton, MA

AMERICAN BAPTIST WOMEN

SHINE THE LIGHT AWARD



Nominate an American Baptist woman or group who is an outstanding light-bearer for Christ.



This special recognition, established by American Baptist Women’s Ministries, honors outstanding women from local American Baptist churches who exemplify Christ’s light in the world. 

Do you know an individual or a group who embodies collaboration, creativity, communication, and commission in their ministry work? This is your chance to celebrate their impact! Nominations can be submitted online until February 14, 2025.

The award can be granted to an individual or a group, highlighting their specific ministry projects as true light-bearers for Christ. The recipient will be honored at our annual gathering, and their achievements will be shared with our community and leadership.

For more details, visit www.abwomensministries.org/shinethelight and be part of this inspiring journey! Let's shine Christ’s light together! 

Submit your nomination for the 2025 Shine the Light Award by February 14, 2025! For criteria, a downloadable PDF brochure, and nomination forms (downloadable or online submission), visit www.abwomensministries.org/shinethelight.

Click here to submit your nomination.

AMERICAN BAPTIST HOME MISSION SOCIETY

ABHMS is pleased to announce a new job opening—National Coordinator, Healing and Transforming Communities—in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Do you have a passion for advocacy and justice? Do you have experience managing complex projects? Are you a natural networker? Is it important for you to work for an organization that advocates for all God’s people? If so, then this may be a ministry opportunity for you. For more information, visit https://abhms.org/ministry.../category/job-openings/

LATEST NEWS FROM AMERICAN BAPTIST CHURCHES USA

2025 BIENNIAL MISSION SUMMIT

You are invited to the 2025 Biennial Mission Summit from July 3-6, 2025, at the CHI Health Center Convention Center in Omaha, Nebraska.

With the theme “Come Seek Living Water,” this biennial event is the premier opportunity for American Baptists to gather, connect with one another, and hear directly from American Baptist partners and friends.

We warmly invite you to bring your families and congregations as we worship together as one family of God and learn about the latest happenings across the American Baptist denomination. This vibrant "family reunion" will focus on creating meaningful connections across generations, with engaging activities for kids, young adults, and attendees of all ages.

The Biennial Mission Summit will feature numerous activities for children, alongside workshops and discussions that inspire fellowship and spiritual growth.

Learn more and register now at www.americanbaptists2025.com.

Delegates, please note: Information about allotted Delegates has been mailed to each church. Delegates must be elected by their church and be given the church's PIN number to register as voting delegates. Your attendance is expected at the Biennial Mission Summit, beginning with worship at 2:30 PM on Friday, July 4, 2025, and at the business session on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Please consider these dates and times when making your travel arrangements.

OUR ASSOCIATIONS AND CHURCHES

BSW SPRING GATHERING

Mark your calendars for April 12, 2025 for the BSW Spring Gathering. Details will follow later but we wanted to make sure you get this event on your calendar.  

Nancy 617-230-9425

BREWSTER BAPTIST CHURCH 200TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Pastor Doug Scalise shares an invitation to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the founding of Brewster Baptist Church on Monday, December 23.

The celebration begins with a catered time of fellowship at 5:30 p.m. and service starting at 6:30 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH IN BEDFORD SEEKS A FAMILY MINISTRY DIRECTOR

First Baptist Church of Bedford is looking for a part-time Family Ministry Pastor/Director.

Click here for the job description.

More information is available at https://fbcbedford.church/employment/.

FBC Bedford Church Profile

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH SEEKS A MUSIC DIRECTOR

Trinity Baptist Church, Arlington, MA, seeks a music director. The Music Director will be responsible for the planning, organization, conducting, and evaluation of music in Trinity’s worship. The music director will provide a variety of types of music presented, both traditional hymns and contemporary music. The music ministry will focus on the totality of our individual and corporate experience of God and create venues for and assist in expressions of praise and worship each Sunday morning.

The purpose of the music ministry is to facilitate an atmosphere in which God is worshipped and glorified.

We seek someone who can:

• Play the piano or pipe organ and lead our choir for Sunday worship.
• Provide music on the following mandatory holy days: Maundy Thursday, Easter, and Christmas Eve.
• Coordinate and hold a weekly rehearsal for choir throughout the year, with a weekly anthem.
• Choose hymns, by Thursday before worship, that align with the sermon topic and the church calendar and communicate with those who are preparing the order of worship.
• Collaborate with the Pastor, music committee, and other ministries regarding music programs.
• If chosen, provide music for weddings and funerals held at the church. Payment for such events is negotiated by the individual parties or funeral home directors. 

A candidate who is familiar with church music is preferred. A background check will be conducted. Please contact Nola Anderson, music committee chair, at naa529@gmail.com.

TABCOM DIRECTORY

The next update to the TABCOM church Directory will be added to the TABCOM website on January 1, 2025. Please check your church’s listing in the directory for accuracy. You can download a copy of the directory from the members section of the TABCOM website. If you need the password for that section of the website, email robyn.mars@tabcom.org.

It takes many hours to keep our directory up to date, so it is imperative that you keep us updated as to staff, email and phone number changes. If you have edits and updates, please send these changes as soon as they take place to Rev. Diane L. Badger, diane.badger@comcast.net and we will include them in the update.

TABCOM VOICES BROADCAST

TABCOM Voices broadcasts air on the second Sunday each month 5-6 PM.

TABCOM Voices is looking for musical selections for the radio broadcast. Please send your selections to tabcom@tabcom.org

Boston Praise Radio broadcasts over 30 radio, tv, internet, and social media outlets, including 102.9 FM Radio and on Facebook Live!

https://www.bostonpraiseradiotv.co/ | www.bostonpraiseradio.tv | www.bostonpraiseradiotv.co/tv/ | Roku-TV | Apple-TV

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE SAINTS BORN IN THE MONTH OF DECEMBER

DECEMBER HAPPINESS CALENDAR