Greg Cooper | Apr 03, 2020
In the ever-changing landscape of our world due to COVID-19 we have some updates for you on the Cares Act, specifically on the Payroll Protection Program. Kyle Brennan is keeping his Business Services eye on the program and has discovered that the interpretation of the Bill seems to change DAILY. Here is Kyle’s Update on […]
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Greg Cooper | Apr 02, 2020
Kyle Brennan, SCBI’s Business Services Team Leader, has been following the development of the “Cares Act.” Here is a brief article about this program that you will need to get up to speed on quickly. If you have any questions contact Kyle. CARES Act – Payroll Protection Program Is there any financial help for churches […]
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| Mar 27, 2020
Why Continue Adult Discipleship?
Jesus commands us to continually make disciples (Matthew 28:19-20). The church has done this throughout the ages–regardless of the challenges she has faced.
We need each other. The Bible says not to neglect gathering together (even if that’s online, see Hebrews 10:24-25). Hurting people face isolation, disruption of routine, anxiety and uncertainty now.
This crisis provides unprecedented opportunity. Hurting people will often participate online with a group before they’ll visit a church. Encourage your members to start new groups with their friends!
Greg Cooper | Mar 26, 2020
“Stay-At-Home” and “Shelter in Place” are phrases we all are having to adjust to, in this new normal we are experiencing. These measures, that have been put in place to prevent the spread of this horrible virus, have isolated us. Women, who thrive on social and relational connection, are having to find new ways to […]
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Greg Cooper | Mar 22, 2020
So how do we as a church take advantage of the time that families have been given and keep our people connected? Here are a few ideas: Facebook live a devotion time for kids – get creative and invite them into your world. This can be your kids pastor, AWANA leader, etc. Challenge the families […]
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Greg Cooper | Mar 19, 2020
By Dr. Steve McNeil. I am not sure what frame of mind you are in as it relates to our current emergency and the COVID-19 virus. I am seeing people either doubtful that this is as bad as they are making it out to be and those who are taking things very seriously and they […]
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Greg Cooper | Mar 13, 2020
State Convention of Baptists in IndianaIndiana BaptistCOVID-19 Response The Corona Virus has everyone concerned. As the SCBI staff team we also want to see our people and our churches safe and protected. At this point the only change to our event calendar is the Shepherds Conference scheduled for Indianapolis, March 29-30. As to other events […]
