Tennessee Baptist Mission Board

Get on the Ship: Leadership, Discipleship, Stewardship, and Fellowship
2026-01-06 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | The Dwelling Place Christian Church, 3034 Old Austin Peay Hwy, Memphis, TN, United States
Set sail to perform, progress, and promote the cause of Christ. The Gospel Leaders Conference invites pastors, ministry leaders, and servant-hearted believers to “Get on the Ship” — a bold journey toward deeper commitment, greater effectiveness, and gospel-centered unity in ministry. In this unique and Spirit-filled gathering, we will explore four essential “Ships” that every gospel leader must board to thrive in today’s cultural and spiritual climate.
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Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
2025-11-15 08:30 - 17:00 | Friendship Baptist Church, 1998 Friendship Rd, Lenoir City, United States
Youth Mental Health First Aid is a 8-hour for adults who regularly interact with young people ages 12 to 18 – youth ministers/workers, parents, teachers, school staff, etc. This training will introduce common mental health challenges for youth, review typical adolescent development, and teach a 5-step action plan to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders, and eating disorders.
Click here to learn more about the course.
November 15, 2025 in Lenior City from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost $10 for lunch
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Maximum of 30 participants.
Participants are required to complete all 3 parts of the training:

self-guided online course pre-work (takes about 15-30 minutes to complete, must be completed before course date)
instructor-led in person training – November 15, 2025, at Friendship Baptist in Lenoir City from 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
self-guided online course completion work (takes about 30 minutes to complete)

After all training has been completed, you will officially be certified as a Youth Mental Health First Aider and receive a certificate.
Registration closes on November 5 or sooner if the maximum of 30 participants is reached.

Return Together: A Post-Summit Gathering with Richard Blackaby
2025-11-12 08:30 - 11:00 | Calvary Baptist Church Jackson, 119 Oil Well Rd, Jackson, TN, United States
Featured Speakers

Richard Blackaby
Blackaby Ministries International

Randy Davis
Executive Director of the Tennessee Baptist Mission Board

Jay Hardwick
Pastor of Forest Hills Baptist Church, Nashville

No registration required. Breakfast snacks provided.

Ministers Wives Luncheon & Program
2025-11-11 12:00 - 13:30 | West Jackson Baptist Church, 580 Oil Well Rd, Jackson
Theme: “Reflecting Joy”
West Jackson Baptist Church–Generations Hall
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There is no fee for this event, but registration is required, as seating is limited.

Guest Speaker
Kandi Gallaty
Wife of Dr. Robby Gallaty, Pastor of Long Hollow Church, Hendersonville

Worship Leader
Konnie Easley
Wife of Terry Easley, Worship Pastor at Faith Baptist Church, Bartlett

African American Celebration Banquet
2025-11-10 17:00 - 18:30 | TN
An annual gathering for African American Churches for worship, fellowship, and food during Summit.
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The Good Cup
2025-11-10 13:00 - 15:00 | TN
An annual event for ministers’ wives. This will be a special time of fellowship and fun.
No registration required. This is a FREE event.
West Jackson Baptist Church – Generations Hall

All Nations Luncheon for Pastors & Wives of Ethnic Churches
2025-11-10 11:45 - 14:00 | West Jackson Baptist Church, 580 Oil Well Rd, Jackson
The ALL NATIONS COMPLIMENTARY LUNCHEON is for ALL pastors and wives of ethnic congregations that includes a wonderful meal and time of prayer, fellowship, and inspirational message.
El ALMUERZO DE CORTESÍA es para TODOS los Pastores y Esposas de las congregaciones étnicas e incluye una excelente comida y tiempo de oración, compañerismo, y mensaje inspiracional.
Looking forward to seeing you! | ¡Esperando verles!

Pastors Conference
2025-11-10 09:00 - 17:00 | West Jackson Baptist Church, 580 Oil Well Rd, Jackson
A time of praise, worship, and inspiration as pastors and others gather for a series of messages and music, as a preamble to the Summit.

Greg Belser
Pastor
Morrison Heights Baptist Church
Clinton, MS
SPEAKER

Lee Brand
Pastor
Faith Baptist Church
Bartlett, TN
SPEAKER

Mac Brunson
Pastor
Valleydale Baptist Church
Birmingham, AL
SPEAKER

James Dew
President
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
New Orleans, LA
SPEAKER

Ron Norton
Worship Pastor
Germantown Baptist Church
Germantown, TN
WORSHIP LEADER

Chase Sears
Pastor
Tulip Grove Baptist Church
Old Hickory, TN
SPEAKER

Lee Tankersley
Pastor
Cornerstone Community Church
Jackson, TN
SPEAKER

Schedule

9:15am
Lee Tankersley

10:15am
James Dew

11:15am
Chase Sears

1:15pm
Greg Belser

2:15pm
Lee Brand

3:15pm
Mac Brunson

CUMBRE — Reunión de los Pastores de las Iglesias Hispanas / Hispanic Churches Pastors' Meeting
2025-11-10 09:00 - 11:30 | TN
La CUMBRE es un compañerismo con desayuno al cual le sigue una reunión inspiracional e informativa para los Pastores de iglesias/congregaciones hispanas.
La CUMBRE is a breakfast fellowship followed by an inspirational and informative meeting for Pastors of Hispanic churches/congregations.
CUÁNDO | WHEN
Lunes, 10 de noviembre del 2025. | Monday, November 10, 2025.
A QUÉ HORA | AT WHAT TIME
9–11:30AM Hora del Centro / CT
Le sigue un ALMUERZO DE CORTESÍA de 11:45AM–2:00PM Hora del Centro
It is followed by a COMPLIMENTARY LUNCH from 11:45AM–2:00PM CT
¡Esperamos verles a todos ustedes!
Looking forward to seeing all of you!

Summit: The Gathering of Tennessee Baptists
2025-11-09 18:00 - 2025-11-11 21:00 | West Jackson Baptist Church, 580 Oil Well Rd, Jackson
The Summit is the annual gathering of Tennessee Baptists. You probably know it as the Tennessee Baptist Convention. The Summit includes the Pastors Conference, the annual meeting, and everything in between.

MESSENGER REGISTRATION

SUGGESTED LODGING

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

CHILDCARE REGISTRATION

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

ACTIVITIES LIST & REGISTRATION LINKS

PASTORS CONFERENCE

CHURCH CAMPUS MAP

AREA RESTAURANTS

Featured Speakers:

Sunday Evening (Tennessee Reunion): Dan Spencer, Senior Pastor, FBC Sevierville
Monday Evening (Annual Meeting Opening): Jeff Iorg, SBC Executive Committee President
Tuesday: Jay Hardwick (TBC President’s Address) and Danny Sinquefield (Convention Speaker), TBMB

Spencer

Iorg

Hardwick

Sinquefield

Questions?

General Questions
Samantha Bligh
(615) 371-7933
sbligh@tnbaptist.org

Registration
Haley Rittenberry
(629) 236-6130
hrittenberry@tnbaptist.org

Exhibit Hall
Sharlyn Ricks
(615) 371-2016
sricks@tnbaptist.org

Future Summits

Nov. 15-18, 2026 – Sevierville Convention Center
Nov. 14-17, 2027 – First Baptist Church Hendersonville

TN WMU Gathering at Summit
2025-11-09 16:00 - 18:00 | West Jackson Baptist Church, 580 Oil Well Rd, Jackson
Tennessee WMU and Madison-Chester Association WMU invite you to join us for WMU Gathering at Summit* on November 9 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at West Jackson Baptist.
Join us for an evening of fellowship and inspiration as we:

Hear from missionaries
Explore ministry opportunities
Connect with other mission-minded believers who share a passion for the gospel and missions

Registration is free, but please register in advance to help with planning.
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Make plans to also attend the Summit Sunday evening session (Tennessee Reunion) at West Jackson Baptist Church at 6:30 p.m.
*The Summit is the annual gathering of Tennessee Baptists. You probably know it as the Tennessee Baptist Convention. The Summit includes the Pastors Conference, the annual meeting, and everything in between. www.tnbaptist.org/summit2025

Transitional Interim Pastor (TIP) Training
2025-10-27 12:00 - 2025-10-29 12:00 | Carson Springs Baptist Conference Center
Prepare and equip ministers to fully utilize the unique ministry opportunities in the interim period between the departure of one pastor and the arrival of another.
SOME TOPICS TO BE COVERED:
A review of leadership steps designed to transition a church from its current place in its life-cycle in preparation for the next pastor, with a special focus on:

Duties, Skills and Objectives of the TIP
Leading the Church to Plan for the Future
Suggested Preaching During the Transition
Assisting the Pastor Search Process
Preparing the Church for the New Pastor
Assessing and Addressing Church Health during the Interim
Seeking to Resolve Areas of Conflict within the Congregation

COST:
Registration – July 7-September 27

$375 (includes registration, seminar materials, meals, and lodging)
$235 (includes registration, seminar materials, and meals only – lodging not included)

Late Registration – September 28-October 10

$395 (includes registration, seminar materials, meals, and lodging)
$255 (includes registration, seminar materials, and meals only – lodging not included)

While there is no programming for wives, they are welcome to attend and enjoy the scenic beauty of the conference center. There will be an additional cost of $70 for the five meals provided during the conference.
There will be an additional fee for later registration. For later registration, please contact Dr. Roger “Sing” Oldham.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:
Monday, October 27

1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Check-In/Registration
1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Fellowship/Sessions/Breaks
6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Sessions/Breaks

Tuesday, October 28

8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Sessions/Breaks
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sessions/Breaks
6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Sessions/Breaks

Wednesday, October 29

8:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Sessions/Breaks/Adjournment

Registrants will be provided with digital and print conference materials. Participants will need to bring a digital device to access digital files.
