Tennessee Baptist Mission Board

Learning to Pray with Abandon
2026-03-26 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Wilson County Baptist Association, 317 W Spring Street, Lebanon, United States
Prayer is often described as the lifeblood of the Christian faith—a direct line of communication with God. To pray with abandon is to approach God with complete openness and vulnerability.
Scripture offers numerous examples: King David pouring out his soul in the Psalms, Hannah weeping bitterly before the Lord, and Jesus praying with such intensity in Gethsemane. These prayers were raw, real, and powerful.
In prayer, it’s easy to focus on our needs, desires, and requests. While God invites us to bring our petitions before Him, there is a deeper invitation. Looking at the Lord’s Prayer, we read, “Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy Name.” To seek God’s face is to pursue His presence, character, and heart above all else. It’s the difference between wanting what God can give us and wanting God Himself.
This training is for pastors, ministers, and laypersons.
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Get on the Ship: Leadership, Discipleship, Stewardship, and Fellowship
2026-03-27 - 2026-03-28 | 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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VBS Hispanic Training Clinics — EAST TN
2026-03-28 09:00 - 12:30 UTC | IB La Gran Comision, 1021 S Cumberland St., Morristown, TN, United States
Una vez más Jesús se dirigió a la gente y dijo:
—Yo soy la luz del mundo. El que me sigue no andará en oscuridad, sino que tendrá la luz de la vida.
JUAN 8:12 NVI
EBV = ESCUELA BÍBLICA DE VACACIONES 2026
¡Taller de Capacitación GRATIS en MORRISTOWN, TN!
Sábado, 28 de marzo del 2026
9:00AM – 12:30PM Hora del Este
IB La Gran Comisión
1021 S Cumberland St, Morristown
¡INSCRÍBASE AQUÍ!
Esta capacitación en español se brinda para equipar a los líderes de la EBV para que usen el plan de estudios de la EBV 2026 de Lifeway® para alcanzar y enseñar a niños en edad preescolar, primaria, estudiantes de secundaria, y adultos.

Tema: ¡Estación de Iluminación!
Idea central: Jesús es la luz del mundo y el mundo está en la oscuridad sin Él.
Objetivo: Desafiar a los niños a responder la pregunta de Jesús: “¿Quién decís que soy yo?”.
Actividades: Explorar cómo la luz ilumina, refleja y revela, descubriendo que Jesús es la luz que trae esperanza.

Para más información:
Mildred Corchado | 615-815-9227
hkdmimi@hotmail.com
* No incluye almuerzo.

Learning to Pray with Abandon
2026-03-31 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Duck River Baptist Association, 11145 Tullahoma Hwy, Tullahoma, TN, United States

Learning to Pray with Abandon
2026-04-07 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Hamilton County Baptist Association, 4062 S Access Rd, Chattanooga, TN, United States

Student Evangelism Conference (formerly YEC - Youth Evangelism Conference)
2026-04-10 - 2026-04-11 | Clarksville First Baptist Church, 499 Commerce St, Clarksville, TN, United States
Formerly Youth Evangelism Conference, please visit www.studentevangelismconference.com for details and to sign up!

New Life Baptism Day
2026-04-12 | Statewide, TN, United States
Asking churches across the state to set aside Sunday, April 12, 2026, to celebrate new life in Jesus through baptism.

Tennessee Ladies Chorus (TLC) Concert
2026-04-12 | Camden First Baptist Church, 269 Post Oak Ave, Camden, TN, United States
The Tennessee Ladies Chorus Concert. Please note that this concert begins at 5:00 p.m. Dinner will not be served and you will be on your own for dinner afterwards. While there is no cost for this event, we still ask that singers register for headcount.
Details About the Event
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Learning to Pray with Abandon
2026-04-14 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Madison-Chester Baptist Association, 2035 North Parkway, Jackson, TN, United States

Great Commission Conversations - Tennessee Missions
2026-04-15 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Online Event
Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a Great Commission Conversation via Zoom at 11:00am CST as we hear from international, North American, and state missionaries.
The virtual conversation will last approximately 30-45 minutes. After the live video conference meeting, a recorded version of the meeting will be placed online for others to view.
On April 15, 2026, we will hear about missions in Tennessee.
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Missions Get-Together
2026-04-17 09:00 - 2026-04-18 15:30 UTC | Dickson First Baptist Church, 2501 US-70, Dickson, TN, United States
Missions Get-Together is an annual event planned and hosted by Tennessee WMU for women 18 years of age and older.
During this event, women will:

Connect with state, national and international missionaries & hearing their stories!
Experience spiritual growth through Biblical truth!
Discover new missions & ministry opportunities for you and your church!
Uncover fresh ideas & resources!
Gather with mission-minded women from all across Tennessee!
Return home inspired & empowered to connect, tell, disciple, lead & serve!

Theme: Created for This…
Scripture: “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he has planned for us long ago.” — Ephesians 2:10
The event features FOUR General Sessions, SIX Breakout Sessions and a Missions Fair with WorldCrafts store and a Silent Auction!

Registration
REGISTER ONLINE (closes on April 2 or when capacity is reached)
Important: No registration at the event – everyone must pre-register
Registration Fees
(includes a box dinner on Friday & box lunch on Saturday)
Both Days:

$130 per person from Jan 6 – March 13
$150 per person from March 14 – April 2

Friday or Saturday Only:

$70 per person from Jan 6 – March 13
$80 per person from March 14 – April 2
(one box meal included either Friday dinner or Saturday lunch)

All registrations are transferable but not refundable.
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Special Guests

Catherine RenfroBible Study Leader
National Director of Women’s Evangelism, NAMB
Catherine is a church planter’s wife, mom, and author of Hope, Hurt, and Healing. She holds a Master’s in Christian Education and Biblical Counseling and is passionate about making Jesus known.

Jenna & ZoëWorship Leaders
Jenna & Zoë are a Christian Worship duo from Nashville, Tennessee. Through their music, Jenna Nicholson and Zoë Morris create an honest and passionate atmosphere of worship to bring glory to God.
Missionaries

Mindy Jamison – Send Relief New York, Graffiti Center, Compassion Ministries Strategist
Justin McKay – NAMB, Denver/Front Range Church Planter
Evie Tucker – IMB, North African Middle Eastern Peoples
TC – IMB Journeyman, Europe
Elizabeth Rider – IMB, Southeast Asia
Joy Tiebout – IMB Journeyman, Sub Saharan Africa

MGT Shirts
The TN WMU online store is back open through the end of the day on March 22 to order MGT shirts for pickup at the event. Get your shirts now at shopgotees.com/tnwmu. There are three shirts to choose from or get all three. 🙂

Schedule
Friday

9:00 AM
Doors Open/Registration Opens

9:30-10:15 AM
Breakout 1

10:30-11:15 AM
Breakout 2Includes optional hike at Montgomery Bell State Park from 9:30-11:15

11:15 AM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Break (participants can bring their lunch and eat at the church or go into Dickson to eat)

11:00 AM-12:45 PM
Missions Fair Open

1:00 – 1:30 PM
Welcome Party/Orientation

1:30 PM
Missions Fair Opens

1:50 – 2:35 PM
Breakout Session 3

2:55 – 3:40 PM
Breakout Session 4

4:15 – 5:30 PM
General Session

5:30 – 6:30 PM
Dinner On-Site (Box Meal Provided)

6:30 PM
Missions Fair Closed

6:45 – 8:30 PM
General Session

Saturday

8:00 AM
Registration & Mission Fair Opens

8:45 – 9:30 AM
Breakout Session 5

10:00 – 11:30 AM
General Session/TN WMU Annual Meeting

11:30 AM – 12:45 PM
Lunch On-Site (Box Meal Provided)

12:45 PM
Missions Fair Closes

1:00 – 1:45 PM
Breakout Session 6

2:15 – 3:30 PM
General Session

Breakout Sessions Titles & Descriptions
Click here for an early preview of MGT Breakout Sessions. (subject to change)
Click here for the grid with breakout session times and locations.
Silent Auction:
A wide array of gift baskets, handmade items, and other donations will be up for bid in the Silent Auction hosted by the TN WMU Endowment Promotion Team. Proceeds from the auction will go to the Tennessee N Touch Endowment, which benefits Tennessee WMU ministries.
If you or your group are interested in donating an item to the Silent Auction, contact Martha Pitts at martha.pitts@madisong.com.
Event Ministry Project:
This year’s event ministry project will support Christian Job Corps of Tennessee.
This ministry walks alongside individuals and families seeking to overcome the obstacles of poverty, not just with resources, but with faith, love, and lasting change. Across 14 sites in 7 counties, 800 to 1000 individuals and their families annually have access to CJCs’ holistic, faith-based ministries. Each week, every participant—and their children—study the Bible, drawing strength and comfort from the Word of God, and gain skills for life and employment. Visit https://tnbaptist.org/ministries/womans-missionary-union/wmu-ministries/christian-job-corps/ for more information.
Suggested Items to Provide:

Journals
Composition Notebooks
Bibles – Bibles for Basic/New Readers – NIV, ESV, CEV – Life Recovery Bibles NLT
Binders – 1 inch, 3-ring
Individually Wrapped Snacks – salty and/or sweet
Walmart or Amazon Gift Cards

When you arrive at Missions Get-Together, drop off your ministry project items at the designated area in the church lobby.
Event Offering:
The offering given at the 2026 MGT will go to the 2027 MK Re-Entry Retreat (90%) and the Tennessee WMU Tennessee N Touch Endowment (10%).

Baptist and Reflector Day
2026-04-19 | Statewide, TN, United States
Celebrate B&R Day on Sunday, April 19!
Join Tennessee Baptists in celebrating 191 years of the Baptist and Reflector—our newspaper, telling your stories.
For nearly two centuries, the B&R has shared how Tennessee Baptists impact spiritual lostness and advance God’s Kingdom. We tell stories you won’t read anywhere else—how your church makes a difference, how your Cooperative Program dollars are invested, and how Great Commission believers across Tennessee are working together.
The Baptist and Reflector belongs to every Tennessee Baptist. Help us reach more readers so together we can be inspired to share the Good News of Jesus Christ in a state that desperately needs Him.

Tennessee Baptist State Secretaries Conference
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-22 | Victory Baptist Church, 1777 Tate Ln, Mt. Juliet, TN, United States
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED.
Join us for a 3-day statewide conference designed specifically for church, associational, and denominational ministry assistants. This event focuses on encouraging professional, personal, and spiritual development as we live out Matthew 5:16.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Conference Registration
Early Bird Rate: $150 (if registered by February 16, 2026)
Regular Rate: $175 (after February 16, 2026)
Registration Deadline: April 1, 2026
Please note: NO refunds after March 1, 2026
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What’s Included
Your registration fee includes:

TBSA membership dues (2 years)
Lunch on Monday
Banquet on Tuesday (lunch)
Conference materials

HOTEL INFO
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, grow, and be encouraged alongside fellow ministry assistants. We look forward to seeing you there!

Off the Grid - Trail Evangelism
2026-04-23 - 2026-04-25 | Carson Springs Baptist Conference Center, 1120 Carson Springs Rd., Newport, TN, United States
Experience a unique way to share the Gospel to hundreds of men and women as they hike the Appalachian Trail. Approximately 2,000 people a year attempt to complete the 2,200 miles track on the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine. We will set up locations along the AT while hikers attempt to arrive in Hot Springs NC before Trail Days. You will be able to hand out food, water, cut hair, provide a warm fire, hand out tracks, a cup of coffee and share the gospel. We encourage you to bring baked goods and bottled water or soft drinks. The cost includes two nights stay at Carson Springs Conference Center and 5 meals.

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Regional Bible Drill - Northwest TN
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Milan First Baptist Church, Milan, 2000 S 2nd St, Milan, TN, United States
Children, Youth, and High School drillers who successfully complete their church and association drills are invited to participate in the respective Children’s, Youth, and High School Regional Drills.
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Regional Bible Drill - East TN
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Wallace Memorial Baptist Church, 701 Merchant Dr, Knoxville, TN, United States

Regional Bible Drill - Middle TN
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Columbia First Baptist Church, 2790 Pulaski Hwy., Columbia, TN, United States

Regional Bible Drill - Southwest TN
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Mercer Baptist Church, 1724 Hwy 138, Mercer, TN

Regional Bible Drill - West TN
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Leawood East Baptist Church, 1620 N Houston Levee Rd, Cordova, TN, United States

Off the Grid - Pastors Backpacking Trip
2026-05-03 - 2026-05-06 | Carson Springs Baptist Conference Center, 1120 Carson Springs Rd., Newport, TN, United States
Experience a three-day, two-night backpacking trip on the Appalachian trail. You will experience approximately 4 miles each day of the seclusion of the backcountry of the Cherokee and Pisgah National Forest. We will hike a total of 12 miles. We will begin our journey on the Appalachian Trail at Spivey Gap (US 19w) 3,200ft. We will stay our first night near Devils Creek Gap, 3,400ft. We will hike through several amazing views. The second night we will stay near Temple Hill Gap 2,850ft. Both nights we will experience an open view of the sky. We will end our trip near the Nolichucky River at Oglesby Branch 1,700ft. During this trip you will experience 3 days of beautiful scenery, no cell phones and good fellowship with like-minded pastors.
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Ministry Couple's Night Out
2026-05-04 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | Salem Baptist Church, 8201 Hill Rd, Knoxville, United States
A significant part of serving well as a minister is enjoying family enrichment. Ministry brings its own unique challenges: the glass house, unreasonable expectations on spouse and children, living on a limited budget, etc. Ministry can be all consuming. You just want a quiet night with your spouse and the phone rings with another urgent request for your presence. How can you cope with it all? Those are the kind of questions we will seek to address in our Ministry Couples Night Out.
Join us at one of the six locations for a free meal and a fun discussion. Find a babysitter, reserve the date on your calendar, and join other ministry couples for a night out.
The meal will begin at 6:00 and the event is scheduled to end by 8:30.
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Ministry Couple's Night Out
2026-05-05 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | Oak Grove Baptist Church, 311 Cypress St, Mount Carmel, TN, United States

Off the Grid - Women Leadership Hike
2026-05-08 - 2026-05-09 | Carson Springs Baptist Conference Center, 1120 Carson Springs Rd., Newport, TN, United States
Experience a two-day hike in the Great Smoky Mountains. You will spend one night at Carson Springs Baptist Conference Center and two meals and lunch Saturday.
The Andrews Bald hike is a 3.6-mile roundtrip, moderate-difficulty trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park that starts at the Clingmans Dome parking lot. Hikers descend for the first 1.8 miles through a spruce-fir forest, making the return trip uphill. The trail ends at a high-elevation grassy bald with scenic mountain views, and is known for its wildflowers, especially azaleas in the summer.
Middle Prong Trail is the best waterfall hike in the Smokies. The trail passes three major waterfalls, in addition to numerous smaller falls, cataracts and cascades. The trail begins at Lynn Camp Prong and the Thunderhead Prong, at the point where the Middle Prong of the Little River officially begins. From the trailhead hikers will cross a metal footbridge over Lynn Camp Prong. Over the course of the first couple of miles you should keep an eye out for violets, crested dwarf iris, wood sorrel, rue anemone, foamflower, toothwort and trilliums, if you’re hiking in the spring and early summer months.
At four-tenths of a mile from the trailhead hikers will reach the Lower Lynn Camp Falls. This 35-foot, multi-tiered waterfall is one of the more impressive falls in the park, especially during the wetter months of the year. Indian Flats Falls, will be your final destination on this hike.
During this trip you will experience 2 days of beautiful scenery, no cell phones and good fellowship with mission and ministry-minded women. For more information contact Kim Cruse @ kcruse@tnbaptist.org

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Off the Grid - Pastors Motorcycle Tour
2026-05-11 - 2026-05-14 | Linden Valley Baptist Conference Center, 1225 Baptist Camp Rd, Linden, TN, United States
The Off the Grid Motorcycle Tour will be a four-day, three-night event. You will begin your tour at Linden Valley Baptist Conference Center with a morning breakfast and spend the next day traveling the rolling hills to the east side of the state. The second night you will stay half between Linden Valley and Carson Springs. Wednesday evening you will arrive at Carson Springs Baptist Conference Center and enjoy a delicious dinning and relax around a quiet fire in the lobby with great fellowship. Breakfast Thursday morning is also included as you travel home. Each day pastors will experience new experiences on the road with good fellowship. The purpose is for each pastor to break away and disconnect from their everyday ministry to enjoy the outdoors and spend time with like-minded ministers.

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Ministry Couple's Night Out
2026-05-11 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | Belle Aire Baptist Church, 1307 N Rutherford Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN, United States

Toronto Prayer Walking Mission Trip
2026-05-14 | Toronto, Tornonto, Ontario, Canada
TN WMU Prayer Walking Mission Team to Toronto – May 14-18, 2026
Tennessee WMU is sending a Prayer Walking Mission Team to Toronto, Ontario, Canada, to serve alongside IMB missionaries. The team will prayer walk, encourage missionaries and local leaders, and assist in community engagement.
Requirements:

Complete IMB application (questionnaire, 3 references, confidentiality document, background check – $25)
Age 18+
Valid passport book (passport cards won’t work for air travel)

Costs (paid by team members):

Airfare to/from Toronto
Subway travel, lodging (4 nights), and meals

Why Toronto:

One of the world’s most diverse cities – Greater Toronto Area population: 6.5 million, with over 50% foreign-born (vs. 12% in Nashville)
Only 3% evangelical population
Over 2 million residents speak a primary language other than English: 410,000 speak Chinese, 100,000+ Tagalog, 56,000 Arabic
Growing populations of Buddhism, Islam, Sikhism, Hinduism, Judaism, and other world religions
Largest Tibetan population outside Tibet

Statistics only glimpse the reality. Each community visit and ministry opportunity reveals a city full of stories and needs. The entire world is represented in Toronto, including people from countries we cannot enter, making this mission work have potential global impact.
IMB partners with the Canadian National Baptist Convention, North American Mission Board, and Send Relief to plant churches and train local organizations in evangelism and discipleship.
Contact: Vickie Anderson at vanderson@tnbaptist.org

Ministry Couple's Night Out
2026-05-14 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | Silverdale Baptist Church, 7236 Bonny Oaks Dr, Chattanooga, TN, United States

Ministry Couple's Night Out
2026-05-18 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | West Jackson Baptist Church, 580 Oil Well Rd, Jackson

Ministry Couple's Night Out
2026-05-19 18:00 - 20:30 UTC | Shelbyville First Baptist Church, 304 Depot St, Shelbyville, TN, United States

Great Commission Conversations - Send Denver/Front Range
2026-05-20 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Online Event
Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a Great Commission Conversation via Zoom at 11:00am CST as we hear from international, North American, and state missionaries.
The virtual conversation will last approximately 30-45 minutes. After the live video conference meeting, a recorded version of the meeting will be placed online for others to view.
On May 20, 2026, we will hear from a NAMB Send Denver/Front Range church planter.
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