Church Revitalization — Church Assistance

Church Assistance
The model of the KCAB Church Assistance ministry
occurred one week this year when 5 churches
networked together to serve each other and the Baptist
Center. Each church used their unique gifts and
resources to accomplish really BIG tasks as they joined
together to serve on God’s Mission in our Association.
Shandon Baptist
repaired flooring structure
and installed new floors in
the kitchen of Victory
Baptist Knoxville.
Glenwood Baptist Knoxville
provided lunches for
Shandon Baptist mission team.
Sharon Baptist Knoxville pr ovided
dinners for Shandon Baptist during
their Project Knox 316 service.
When an unexpected need for a
bobcat was expressed at dinner one
night, one of the members was able
to meet that need to help the
Shandon gr oup complete the job at
Western Heights Baptist Center.
Shandon Baptist Church of
Columbia SC came to Knoxville to
serve through Project Knox 316.
This large group served Victory
Baptist, Vestal Baptist and Western
Heights Baptist Center with
construction and repair projects.
As they ministered there, two of our
churches also served their needs.
What a great picture of our network!
Western Heights Baptist Center needed a
parking pad constructed. Shandon Baptist
provided the labor, Vestal Baptist provided the
gravel and Sharon Baptist provided the bobcat.
Shandon Baptist
repaired flood damage
and rebuilt a stairwell for
Vestal Baptist Knoxville
Then Vestal Baptist was
able to get a load of
gravel donated to the
Western Heights pr oject
that Shandon Baptist was
providing the labor to
build.
Phil Young
Director of Missions
Dictionaries generally define “Network” as a group of people or organizations that are closely
connected and that work with each other. Inherent in the meaning of “ Network” are two essential
principles: Relationships (closely connected); and Purpose (work with each other).
The Knox County Association of Baptists is a network of Baptist churches on God’s mission.
The essential principles of relationships and purpose form the foundation of this network in understanding who we are (ekklesia
– the church) and why we are here (missio Dei – God’s mission). As a network of Baptist churches on God’s mission, we are
connected with one another by a spirit of unity and a unity of purpose.
The KCAB Church Assistance and Relations Team has developed intentional strategies to help build a strong network of vibrant
churches on God’s mission:
 Assist churches through Learning Communities, Coaching, and Contextualized Training Assistance
 Assist churches in developing partnerships that address specific needs as well as partnerships that assist in church
revitalization
 Assist in nurturing Pastor Relationships
 Assist in identifying and providing resources for practical needs related to various church functions and operation
On the front of this issue of The Reminder, you will see a beautiful example of Relationships and Purpose coming together in the
strength of the network. Notice how churches came together – serving one another and meeting one another’s needs – to be
united in God’s mission. The value of being part of the network is evident when churches are closely connected in a spirit of
unity and are working together in a unity of purpose.
Relationships and Purpose: This is what strengthens our network of Baptist churches in Knox County to be
Ekklesia-Missio Dei: the church on God’s mission!
Grace and Peace!
Phil
Bi-Vocational Pastors Fellowship—coming this fall.
Pastors, watch for your invitation to this special event.
Church Revitalization — Church Assistance
According to Thom Rainer, 90% of churches are either in decline or growing at a pace slower than their community. In the midst of this
extreme challenge lies a great opportunity. Ed Stetzer point out that Church revitalization is an opportunity to lead God’s people to a
renewed focus on God’s mission. Such an endeavor will undoubtedly change lives, communities, and have a gospel impact on generations
to come.
Among the many models of church revitalization, three typically stand out as the most common:
Merger or Acquisitional Revitalization: This approach is both radical and largely successful. Another church merges with or acquires
the existing church in need of revitalization. Sometimes the doors of the existing church are closed for a season. The church then
reopens, possibly with a new name, but definitely with new leaders.
Partnership Revitalization: This approach is when a church comes alongside the church in need of revitalization. The partnership may
include shared leadership, finances, training, mentoring, and other resources that help bring about the necessary changes for
revitalization.
Covenantal Revitalization: In this approach, the existing church, led by an objective person (often an outsider), agrees to make some
significant changes. The leadership and the congregation agree to a process of examining Scripture, spiritual renewal, studying the
congregation and the community, and developing a strategy that moves the church toward revitalization.
The Church Assistance Team is ready to assist churches in discovering the revitalization approach that is best for their context and situation.
Give us a call and let’s see how a specific approach to revitalization might be the catalyst for your church to be on God’s mission!
We ask for your prayers
for our churches who are seeking a pastor.
Grassy Valley Victory Chapel
Lincoln Park Alice Bell
Lyons Creek Ball Camp
First Baptist Bluegrass
Riverdale Mount Olive (south)
Norwood Marble City
Gillespie Avenue
Living Free Fellowship
Welcome New Pastors!
Rev. Joseph Marshall, Thorn Grove Baptist
Rev. Sam Brooks, New Sevier Home Baptist
Rev. Todd Stinnett, Black Oak Heights Baptist
Center Faith Church is looking for a par t time Wor ship leader for
Sunday Mornings. We are a congregation of about 140 and worship with
a Praise Team & Blended Music format. Please send resumes to
3223 Meadow Run Lane, Knoxville Tennessee, 37931
The Tennessee Golden Missions Offering
special emphasis week is September 13—19
Your gifts support our Baptist Centers,
Camp BaYoCa and ministries of KCAB.
Special Event at First Baptist Concord Worship Center
Sunday, September 26, 6:00 pm
Everyone is invited to this free event. 966-9791 for more info
Pastors & Church Clerks
Your Annual Church Profiles (ACPs) will be mailed the end of August.
Please watch your church mailbox for this large, white envelope so that
you can make sure your church isn’t left out on this very important report!
Call 865-693-9097 with questions.
SAVE THE DATE!
KCAB ANNUAL MEETING
Tuesday, October 20
at Sevier Heights Baptist
5:30 pm
Praying for Our Pastors
Please join with us each week as we renew our
commitment to pray for our Pastors and churches.
August 3—7
August 10—14
August 17—21
August 24—28
Rick Loy, New Hopewelll Baptist
Reginald Butler, New Mount Calvary Baptist
Jerry Bailey, New Salem Baptist
Sam Brooks, New Sevier Home Baptist
William Purvis, North Acres Baptist
Charles Fritz, North Knoxville Baptist
Joshua Sharp, North Side Baptist
John McGaha, Northwest Baptist
Kemp Wynn, Interim, Norwood Baptist
Morgan Clough, OAA Worship Center
Charles Jenkins, Oakwood Baptist
Rodney Arnold, One Life Church
Protecting your Ministry
Since the Supreme Court marriage ruling June 30th, our
office has received numerous calls requesting guidance for
churches in response to that legal change. We have
compiled several items that may help your church with
decisions going forward. The Southern Baptist Convention
(ERLC) released a legal guide last month for churches who
seek to protect themselves from discrimination lawsuits by
providing templates for things like membership policies,
facility use, and employment criteria. You can call or email
our office, and we will send you the PDF of this 44 page
guide, as well as several other helpful links and
informational guides that we think will be beneficial to your
leadership for planning and preparation for legal protection.
Call 865-693-9097 or email [email protected]
Golf Tournament Friday September 25
to benefit Western Heights
Baptist Center
11:00—1:00
Lunch, registration and practice
1:00 shotgun start, Best Ball
Contact Larry Ware 865-386-5511
Looking for
a few Good Men . . .
Called by God . . .
To serve as Chaplains
for one LARGE
Unchurched People Group
Approximately 11 million OTR Drivers go thru Knoxville
each year. We currently need Chaplains to serve at
Petro's & Flying J Truck Stops at Watt Road
and Pilot Truck Stop at Strawberry Plains.
If you think you are up to this special ministry challenge
contact Bill Irving @ 865-546-8546
Thank you for your support of local missions
Record of giving from member churches from January 1 –June 30, 2015
Church
Alice Bell
Arlington
Atkins
Ball Camp
Beaumont Ave.
Beaver Dam
Belmont Hghts.
Bethany
Black Oak Hghts.
Blount
Bon View
Branville
Broadway
Buffat Heights
Burnetts Creek
Callahan Road
Calvary
Carter Com. Ch.
Cedar Ford
Center Faith
Centerpointe
Central Bearden
Central Ftn. City
Chilhowee Hills
Churchwell Ave.
City View
Clear Springs
Community
Cornerstone
Corryton
Corum Road
Cumberland
Daystar
East Sunnyview
Eastwind
Eastwood
Ebenezer
Elm Street
Fair Havens
Fairview
Faith Promise
Fifth Avenue
First Bluegrass
First Concord
First Knoxville
First Powell
Flint Gap
Fort Hill
Friendship
Galilee
Gallaher Memorial
Gayland Heights
Gillespie
June
292.70
0.00
44.66
0.00
0.00
1,279.90
150.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
116.67
649.45
0.00
558.69
250.00
0.00
338.01
0.00
0.00
2,333.33
750.00
1,460.00
31.00
0.00
775.31
0.00
0.00
1,000.00
0.00
416.66
150.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
804.33
0.00
368.74
1,683.33
0.00
75.03
0.00
1,666.66
0.00
1,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
602.92
0.00
0.00
0.00
YTD
1,434.63
0.00
197.20
0.00
180.00
6,744.48
650.00
0.00
540.00
143.00
0.00
150.00
700.02
2,330.29
597.50
2,848.39
1,500.00
0.00
922.33
1,838.64
908.95
19,264.31
3,750.00
1,752.00
170.00
700.00
4,062.76
0.00
63.00
6,000.00
0.00
2,499.96
300.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
4,141.39
0.00
1,354.33
6,648.98
0.00
648.04
0.00
9,999.96
2,700.00
6,000.00
0.00
260.00
0.00
2,466.18
0.00
0.00
575.00
Church
Glenwood
Grace
Grace Covenant
Grassy Valley
Greater Bush Grove
Greenway
Grove Heights
Hillcrest
Hoitt Avenue
Holston
House Mountain
Iglesia B. La G. C.
Immanuel
Inskip
Island Home
John Sevier
Knoxville Korean
Kodak Community
Lincoln Park
Linden Ave.
Little Flat Creek
Living Stone Fellow.
Lonsdale
Loveland
Lyons Creek
Marble City
Marbledale
Mascot
Meadowview
Meridian
Middlebrook Pike
Mooreland Hghts. Com.
Mount Carmel
Mount Harmony
Mount Olive, East
Mount Olive, South
Mountain View
New Beginnings
New Covenant
New Hopewell
New Mount Calvary
New Salem
New Sevier Home
North Acres
North Knoxville
Northside
Northwest
Norwood
OAA-Worship Center
Oakwood
OneLife
Parkway
Peace & Good Will
June
300.00
1,000.00
0.00
224.00
0.00
150.03
0.00
0.00
0.00
500.00
0.00
0.00
125.00
520.80
125.00
939.26
0.00
0.00
400.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
488.83
480.08
0.00
208.33
276.25
0.00
516.67
0.00
0.00
0.00
1,013.87
0.00
0.00
0.00
346.14
300.00
419.12
0.00
29.67
166.51
100.00
177.91
0.00
0.00
429.30
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
YTD
1,800.00
6,000.00
0.00
1,419.66
0.00
883.79
0.00
0.00
0.00
1,500.00
0.00
0.00
750.00
3,124.80
750.00
3,191.54
0.00
0.00
1,000.00
0.00
136.18
0.00
0.00
2,145.48
3,049.22
0.00
1,249.98
1,095.45
200.00
3,100.02
0.00
0.00
1,490.65
5,698.71
0.00
2,070.20
56.00
1,540.77
1,500.00
3,429.72
130.00
181.88
447.44
600.00
1,106.75
0.00
0.00
2,407.35
300.00
0.00
660.00
0.00
600.00
Church
Piney Grove
Ramsey Heights
Reunion
Ridgedale
Ridgepoint
Ridgeview
Ridgeway
Riverdale
Riverview
Rocky Hill
Roseberry
Russian
Salem
Seven Islands
Sevier Heights
Sharon
Shep. of the Hills
Shoreline
Smithwood
South Knoxville
South Pointe
Stoney Point
Sunset Heights
Tarklin Valley
Tennessee Avenue
The Ch. at Ster. Hills
The Overflow Ch.
Third Creek
Thorn Grove
Three Point
Timothy Street
Trinity
True Vine
Tuckahoe
Union
Valley Grove, B.C.
Valley Grove, C.H.
Vestal
Victory
Victory Chapel
Wallace Memorial
Washington Pike
West Haven
West Hills
West Lonsdale
West Side
Total Churches
June
0.00
0.00
161.50
0.00
0.00
215.79
0.00
1,000.00
0.00
250.00
0.00
0.00
1,527.27
282.08
1,000.00
800.00
0.00
0.00
438.78
365.02
134.37
100.00
0.00
141.61
77.00
0.00
0.00
25.00
0.00
0.00
536.32
0.00
0.00
0.00
223.13
600.00
666.67
0.00
0.00
1,500.00
2,200.00
44.12
236.08
166.00
0.00
100.00
$ 38,824.90
Receipts needed monthly
Receipts needed Y-T-D
Received Y-T-D
Receipts short Y-T-D
YTD
900.00
0.00
902.55
0.00
0.00
1,125.19
0.00
1,000.00
0.00
1,500.00
0.00
306.00
7,946.98
749.16
6,000.00
4,800.00
0.00
0.00
2,496.66
1,124.42
514.92
600.00
0.00
617.89
467.00
0.00
0.00
150.00
2,885.00
0.00
1,899.64
0.00
60.00
0.00
995.68
1,200.00
3,333.34
0.00
75.00
1,500.00
13,200.00
254.46
1,729.51
955.00
0.00
600.00
$ 208,545.33
$ 38,583.33
$ 228,769.98
$ 208,545.33
$ 20,224.65
FINANCIAL REPORT - June 30, 2015
KNOX COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF BAPTISTS-EDWARD PIERCY, TREASURER
Bank Balance as of May 31, 2015
Receipts
Total Funds Available for Month
Expenditures
Bank Balance as of June 30, 2015
Budget
Funds
$ (59,812.17)
133,664.95
$ 73,852.78
(92,974.82)
$ (19,122.04)
Designated
Funds
$ 114,321.25
23,206.16
$ 137,527.41
(23,252.50)
$ 114,274.91
Funds
Available
$
54,509.08
156,871.11
$
211,380.19
(116,227.32)
$
95,152.87
June 2015
Foundation Funds
Beginning Bal.
Walker Estate
$
69,339.54
Horton Account
Assoc. Oper. Cont.
Total
$
$
June
Income
433.38
34,904.85
245.56
84,338.43
188,582.82
808.45
1,487.39
$
June
Withdrawals
June 2015
Market Value
$
9,772.92
5,150.41
$
20,000.00
20,000.00
$
7,659.10
72,582.43
KCAB-SEND Cleveland Vision Tour
September 2,3,4
Meet and tour with church planters to see mission
opportunities for your church.
$45 includes lodging and transportation.
KCAB-SEND New York Vision Tour
October 27—30
865-693-9097
$250 for 3 nights lodging, 4 meals & ground
transportation in NY. Meet with church planters and
discover the multi-cultural mission opportunities for
your church group all within a short distance.
August 31 – September 1
Hermitage Hills
Baptist Church
3475 Lebanon Pike,
Hermitage TN
Conference begins at 10 am
on Monday and runs
through 4 pm Tuesday.
Thursday, Aug 20, 6:30-8:30 pm at Buffat
Heights Baptist Church, 2800 Mill Rd,
$20 adults, $30 couple Dr. Scott Turansky
& Joanne Miller RN,BSN.
Learn practical ways
to teach Honor
For more info: 609-771-8002 to your kids.
For more information
and details contact
[email protected]
at the TBC
The Apologetics Conference presents
Intelligent Design:
Giving Amazing Reason
to Your Hope
(Acts 4:20; I Peter 3:15)
At the Adventure Science
Center in Nashville
September 29 at 6pm
3—5 Back to School BASH at the Baptist Centers
13 — Assistance Team meeting 10:00 am
13 — Missions Team meeting 11:30 am
13 — Finance Committee meeting 1:00 pm
13 — Communications Team meeting 3:00 pm
15 — Leadership Development Training at Alice Bell
17—Executive Board meeting 10:00 am
18—Associational WMU Leadership meeting 6:30 pm
25—Nominating Committee meeting 10:00 am
31—TBC Revitalization Conference, Hermitage TN
REGISTER ONLINE with the TBC: www.tnbaptist.org
$30 per person All tickets will be mailed and must be brought to the
event as proof of admission. No tickets will be sold on-site, so make
sure to purchase those in advance.
contact [email protected] or call 1-800-558-2090 ext 7933
CHURCH MISSIONS TRAINING CONFERENCE
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15, 8:00 A.M. – Noon
at Alice Bell Baptist Church, 3305 Alice Bell Rd, 37917
This conference is sponsored by the WMU, but could be useful for
other church leaders, particularly the Special Interest sessions on
Human Trafficking, PTSD, Golden Offering and Baptist Collegiate
Ministries. If your church would like to re-ignite your missions
organizations such as: WMU, RA’s, GA’s and Acteens, this
conference will be helpful. To receive more information and a
registration form call 865-693-9097. The cost is $5.
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VOLUME LXVI
NUMBER 8
August 2015
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REMINDER is August 15
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KCAB STAFF
Director of Missions
Phil Young, 865-693-9097
cell # 865-310-5305
[email protected]
Camp Ba Yo Ca
Alan Snyder, 865-453-6274
[email protected]
Montgomery Village
Tom Hodges, 865-577-6244
[email protected]
Western Heights
Shannon Washam, 865-525-9068
[email protected]
Project Knox 316
position unfilled, 865-693-9097
[email protected]
Millie Badgett, 865-693-9097
Administrative/Financial Asst.
[email protected]
Karen Chesney, 865-693-9097
Ministry Assistant
[email protected]
KCAB Telephone (865) 693-9097
Fax (865) 693-9894
Please visit us at our website www.kcab.org
Disaster Relief assists Washington Pike Baptist Church
The KCAB Disaster Relief Director serves on our Church Assistance Team. One of
the ministry opportunities for the DR crews is to assist our churches with their skills
and equipment resources for special projects. Recently the DR crew used the KCAB
bucket truck to repair a church steeple. Last month the team built a specially
designed wheelchair ramp for Washington Pike Baptist. Their expertise was a
blessing to the church to create a one of a kind ramp to serve their members.