Name: Off the Grid – Pastors Backpacking Trip
Start: 2026-05-03T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-05-06T23:59:59+00:00
Location: Carson Springs Baptist Conference Center

April 2026
Learning to Pray with Abandon

April 14 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Madison-Chester Baptist Association 2035 North Parkway, Jackson, TN, 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, […]
Great Commission Conversations – Tennessee Missions

April 15 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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. REGISTER ONLINE
Missions Get-Together

April 17 @ 9:00 am - April 18 @ 3:30 pm

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 […]
Baptist and Reflector Day

April 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 […]
Canceled Tennessee Baptist State Secretaries Conference

April 20 - April 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 REGISTER ONLINE 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 […]
Off the Grid – Trail Evangelism

April 23 - April 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 […]

$180
Regional Bible Drill – Northwest TN

April 25 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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. MORE BIBLE DRILL INFO
Regional Bible Drill – East TN

April 25 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Wallace Memorial Baptist Church 701 Merchant Dr, Knoxville, 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. MORE BIBLE DRILL INFO
Regional Bible Drill – Middle TN

April 25 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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. MORE BIBLE DRILL INFO
Regional Bible Drill – Southwest TN

April 25 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Mercer Baptist Church 1724 Hwy 138, Mercer, TN

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. MORE BIBLE DRILL INFO
Regional Bible Drill – West TN

April 25 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Leawood East Baptist Church 1620 N Houston Levee Rd, Cordova, 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. MORE BIBLE DRILL INFO
May 2026
Off the Grid – Pastors Backpacking Trip

May 3 - May 6

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 […]

$95

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May 2026