The ‘Heart’ of children’s ministry
BROKEN ARROW—Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them. The Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these” (Matt. 19:14). Approximately 800 preschool and children leaders from six different states gathered April 13-14 at Broken Arrow, First, at the Heart of the Child Conference, to learn more about how to minister to children, which Jesus loves so dearly. The two-day event, which featured an all-star line-up...
Burcham to serve as BGCO men’s ministry consultant
DAVIS – Bubba Burcham has been named Men’s Ministry consultant for the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma (BGCO). James Swain, BGCO Equipping Team leader, made the announcement at the Rewired Men’s Conference at Falls Creek Baptist Conference Center. “When Keith Burkhart, BGCO Men’s & Family Ministry specialist, accepted the role as Conference Center director,” Swain said, “Bubba quickly emerged as the person to lead the...
Messenger Insight 301 – ‘I Can Only Imagine’: A Q&A Exclusive with Bart Millard
‘I Can Only Imagine’: A Q&A Exclusive with Bart Millard Hear the Baptist Messenger’s Walker Moore interview MercyMe’s Bart Millard about their shared Oklahoma connection and the hit new movie, ‘I Can Only Imagine’. https://media.blubrry.com/messengerinsight/p/www.baptistmessenger.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Messenger-Insight-301-Bart-Millard.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (36.0MB) Subscribe: Apple...
Jordan’s ‘unwavering dedication’ to pro-life movement honored at OBHC Owasso
OWASSO—Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children (OBHC) recently honored Anthony Jordan as his time as executive director-treasurer of the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma (BGCO) is concluding. OBHC presented Jordan, his wife Polla and their daughter Alisha a plaque that will be on display at OBHC Owasso. The plaque features the following message: “In recognition for his 22 years of service as Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma...
Burkhart to become BGCO Conference Centers director
DAVIS—Keith Burkhart, who has served as Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma (BGCO) Family & Men’s Ministry specialist since 2007, is stepping in to the role of BGCO Conference Centers director. In this capacity, Burkhart will oversee the facilities, maintenance and operations of Falls Creek Conference Center and CrossTimbers Mission Adventure Camp. “Keith is a true servant leader, faithfully serving Oklahoma churches and...
