Deacons: The Hands and Feet of Jesus Building Community for Young Families at Bay Area
Meet Aaron Rosa: Bay Area's Residency Program Update Language of the Heart Journey Together
The Jellyfish Faith Anchored In Mission: Setting Sail For Kent Island
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ABOUT THE COVER
There are many programs and resources offered at Bay Area Community Church, some of which you might not have heard of. From our Mentoring Program to our Care Network, or even the launch of a new campus on Kent Island. Throughout this magazine (including the cover), we chose to communicate this idea of discovering more at Bay Area through a fun illustration of a "market" and it's stalls. By the way, did you catch the hidden Bay Area logo on the cover?
ELDERS MAGAZINE
EDITOR
Abbie Hoekstra-Nold
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Josh (Burgi) Burgin
PHOTO EDITOR
Arianne Teeple
LEAD DESIGNER
Jake Williams
DESIGNER
Callie Back
CONTRIBUTORS
Jocelyn Sacks
Kim Mitchell
Hank Blaney
Wayde Morgan
Aaron Rosa
Kammi McGinty
Bette Christian
Jake Wieduwilt
Drew Bennett
Barry Willhite
Bill Smith
Chris Heacock
David Grabau
Greg Dixon
Greg St. Cyr
Keith Riniker
Ken Gilmore
Kevin Rump
Kyle Sponaugle
Mat Soltis
Peter Godfrey
Rich Heath
Roger Ishii
Ron Dutton
Stu Cooper
Tom Hogan
Warwick Fairfax
BAY AREA LEADERSHIP
Allen Smith, Missional Communities Pastor – allen.smith@bayareacc.org
Aaron Hixson, Teaching Pastor – aaron.hixson@bayareacc.org
Brian Hopper, Annapolis Campus Pastor – brian.hopper@bayareacc.org
Greg St. Cyr, Lead Pastor – greg.stcyr@bayareacc.org
Jason Barthelemy, Odenton Campus Pastor – jason.barthelemy@bayareacc.org
Jeff Supp, Executive Pastor – jeff.supp@bayareacc.org
Jake Wieduwilt, Student Ministry Pastor – jake.wieduwilt@bayareacc.org
Jocelyn Sacks, Serving Director – jocelyn.sacks@bayareacc.org
Jonathan Madrid, Worship Leader – jonathan.madrid@bayareacc.org
Kammi McGinty, Care Network & Marriage Ministry Director – kammi.mcginty@bayareacc.org
Kristin Collins, Annapolis Children’s Ministry Director – kristin.collins@bayareacc.org
Shawn Hart, Global Missions Pastor – shawn.hart@bayareacc.org
COVER ARTWORK
Jake Williams
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We appreciate your comments and questions. Please email us at feedback@bayareacc.org and a staff member or elder will respond within 48 hours.
GIVING AT BAY AREA
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GIVING METHODS
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LETTER FROM THE LEAD
iscipleship is Spiritled! One of the most important spiritual things in becoming more like Jesus is to experience the reality that God lives inside us. He is ever present, dwelling inside us. Because of that we are never alone and have all the resources of God at our disposal!
1 Corinthians 3:16 puts it like this: Do you not know that you are God's temple and that God's Spirit dwells in you?
Yet sadly, many of us do not live as if God dwells in us. When we stop and ponder that fact, it is mindboggling that the Sovereign of the universe, the One who knows our future, who created all things and is perfect love, lives inside us . What shall we fear? God is present with us.
We must see everything around us in light of God’s presence within us.
And yet we don’t. And we struggle. Why? Why the struggle if we have God’s Spirit dwelling in our hearts? It is because of an enemy within: the flesh. The flesh is the way we do life without God. Its when “self” is on the throne.
The results are disastrous. Rather than experiencing love, joy, peace, wisdom and power, we experience things such as anger, idolatry, envy, immorality, strife and much more. For the believer who is living a self-directed life, intimacy with Jesus fades and life becomes “do the best you can in your own efforts.” It’s a life of “do – do – do” (in your own effort) which eventually leads one to give up. Then over time God’s Spirit convicts us of our sin so we feel guilty and then begin to “do – do – do” all over again.
"We must learn, step by step, moment by moment, to depend on the Spirit and not on our self."
We must set our mind on the things of the Spirit instead of the negative thoughts of the flesh. In the words of the Apostle Paul: Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Philippians 4:8
We cannot win the battle with the flesh unless we set our minds on the things of the Spirit.
With our mind on truth, we turn to the word “walk.” Paul is very clear how to have victory over the flesh: But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh. (Galatians 5:16)
You might be thinking, “All that sounds great. Just one question. How? How do I walk by the Spirit?” At Bay Area, we practice a spiritual concept called the Gospel Waltz. Just as a waltz has three steps, the Gospel Waltz is a dance of three steps.
First is to repent. By that we turn from our sin, confessing it to God. Next, we remember. We remember the gospel that Jesus died for our sins and both the penalty and power of sin has been broken at the cross. Finally, we surrender ourselves and our circumstances to the Spirit, asking Him to fill us with His supernatural fruit, wisdom, and power.
How do we have victory over the flesh? Victory over the flesh involves two things: Mind and Walk
To walk is to depend on. A child learns to walk, one foot in front of the other, by depending on their legs. Likewise, we must learn, step by step, moment by moment, to depend on the Spirit and not on our self.
The fruit of walking in the Spirit is glorious: But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; Galatians 5:22-23
SURRENDER REPENT
REMEMBER
If you want to experience the presence of God’s Spirit dwelling inside you, if you desire to become more like Jesus, I know of no more important spiritual concept than walking by the Spirit. My hope and prayer is that all of us would experience the wonderful Spirit-filled life!
Greg St. Cyr is the lead pastor at Bay Area Community Church and a regular contributor to GO&MAKE.
The losT arT of SpiriTual family
little over a year ago, some dear friends moved away to pursue a new job opportunity. These friends, more like family, were our “people”the ones who we’d known for a long time, knew us for who we really are, and were easy to be with. As with any change like this, we were both sad for us but excited for our pals.
Yet something deeper soon emerged shortly after they left. My husband and I looked up to
find our spiritual community had entirely shifted. From moves to marriages, growing families to new job opportunities in new cities… it was a stark awakening that we, in many ways, were on our own. Their departure was the final domino to fall; it unveiled the truth that things had been changing for a long time. Suddenly, we felt isolated and vulnerable, yet weary to embark on new relationships. It felt overwhelming to “start over” so for a while we let ourselves drift.
Our community shrunk and our spiritual health plateaued.
I think this is a shared phenomenon. You may have just graduated from college and started your new job, wondering how to make friends as an adult. You might be single and all your friends are now married, wondering how you connect now that life stages have shifted. You might be busy with little kids from morning to night, wondering when you’ll get a chance to have
an adult conversation. Or maybe you are working hard in a career that you are passionate about but the hours are a detriment to your relationships. Our spiritual development gets caught up in the midst of these relational challenges, in our busy schedules and priorities, so we fend for ourselves, duking it out as best we can to grow on our own.
In the midst of this, we have a culture that daily shouts about the value of independence, self-sufficiency and personal achievement at all costs. We hide behind these things, even saying we prefer it this way. We raise the white flag of defeat. “This is just how it is,” we think to ourselves. Then we wonder why we are feeling spiritually weak, vulnerable, discouraged or tempted.
It’s not supposed to be this way.
The truth is that we each desire to know and be known. It is built into our DNA. We are made for communion with God and with others. Through Jesus' perfect life, sacrificial death, and miraculous resurrection, the communion that was broken because of sin is now restored for those who believe. Communion with God, yes, but also with each other. And this beauty often gets ignored or diluted.
Through Christ, we are saved from sin and then placed into a spiritual family. That is the flow, the process, the order. We are now children of God, with spiritual siblings, parents and grandparents to whom we are spiritually tied to through faith. This is a tremendous gift that most of us don’t fully unwrap. We cling to our independence above all else.
Yet to become more like Jesus and grow as a disciple is a family endeavor. We are disciples in a
family of disciples. God designed it this way because there are things we can only learn from one another.
a spiritual brother to show me how it’s done.
There is Sarah and Michele, who met weekly with me for a year to talk about life and faith. We held each other's sorrows and joys, prayed together, read scripture, and drank a lot of coffee. I learned how to show up regularly, laugh together, and be vulnerable about my life.
Gratefully, I’ve begun to rebuild my spiritual community after being plateaued for longer than I’d like to admit. It’s given life to my discipleship journey that only a year ago felt brittle and dry.
There is Trinity, a student in BASM and someone I consider a younger spiritual sister, who boldly walked up to me one Sunday and asked to spend time with me. I get to be with her joyful self and learn how to love the next generation. Our time holds me accountable to my own walk and spiritual disciplines.
There is Alexis, a friend who asked questions about faith, which I explored with her and Pastor Shawn Hart. I’m learning how to listen, trust God, and see Shawn at work at answering big questions of life and faith. It’s challenging me to know more scripture, ask thoughtful questions, and pray. What a relief to also witness and rely on
I could talk about the old friends I’ve recently reconnected with whose very presence makes me feel seen by God. I could mention the older sister figures I have on staff who I go to when I need a prayer or a laugh.
Without these spiritual sisters, mothers, brothers, fathers, I would still feel spiritually weak and tired. I get to see Jesus in each of these people and be shaped more into His likeness through their faith walk. Sometimes even the difficult parts of these relationships are God’s key way of growing me. Yet I’m part of a larger whole, a spiritual family, who share a faith, mission and purpose.
So who are your “people?” Can you point to a spiritual sibling or parent who is pouring into you? Do you need the challenge of leading someone spiritually younger or newer to faith? It might come at the cost of your comfort or your time, but the price is high if we don’t. Let this be the year we each prioritize spiritual family so Jesus can advance in us and each other.
BYJOCELY N SACKS SERVING DIRECTOR
Jocelyn Sacks is the Serving Director at Bay Area Community Church and a regular contributor to GO&MAKE.
The Hands and Feet of Jesus Deacons
ou may have witnessed the recent installation of new Deacons and Elders to Bay Area. Most people understand who the Elders are, but who are these Deacons, and what do they do?
Deacon comes from the Greek word, “Diakonos,” which best translates as “servant.” The mission statement of the Bay Area Deacons states it best:
Bay Area Deacons minister to those in need within our church body and the local community. We provide resources to restore people physically, financially,
and emotionally, but most importantly, to encourage growth in their relationship with Jesus.
Acts 6 tells us that as the early Church began to grow, the church fathers recognized that providing care for the physical welfare of church members with significant needs was an important demand that was beginning to distract their attention from prayer and teaching. Knowing that they should not be diverted from this ministry, the Apostles commissioned the office of Deacon to respond to these needs.
BYKIM M ITCHELL
DEACON &HANK BLANEY
DEACON
Now in these days when the disciples were increasing in number, a complaint by the Hellenists arose against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution. And the twelve summoned the full number of the disciples and said, “It is not right that we should give up preaching the word of God to serve tables. Therefore, brothers, pick out from among you seven men of good repute, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we will appoint to this duty. But we will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.”
(Acts 6:1-4 ESV)
Paul later outlined the qualifications of Deacons in his first letter to Timothy:
Deacons likewise must be dignified, not double-tongued, not addicted to much wine, not greedy for dishonest gain. They must hold the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. And let them also be tested first; then let them serve as deacons if they prove themselves blameless. Their wives likewise [Or Wives likewise, or Women likewise] must be dignified, not slanderers, but sober-minded, faithful in all things. Let deacons each be the husband of one wife, managing their children and their own households well.
(1 Tim 3:8-12 ESV)
So, who can serve as a Deacon at Bay Area?
Both men and women who are mature believers in Jesus with a heart for His people. Prospective Deacons must be nominated by someone from the church family and must have been Bay Area
Ministry Partners for at least two years. They must prove willing to serve as the Hands and Feet of Jesus. Deacon candidates then undergo a rigorous training program presented by our Elders and current Deacons, and stand for an oral examination at the end of their 7-8 month training period.
How do Bay Area Deacons serve?
In a nutshell, they provide limited care for individuals and families who are in need, sick, or suffering, during times of financial crisis, or other hardships. Here are some examples of the people we have recently served:
• Providing benevolence for a single mother who admitted upfront that she was not a Christian. This mother experienced the love of Jesus and is now bringing her family to Bay Area to learn more.
• The handicapped gentleman who came back to Jesus & now serves in multiple places at Bay Area.
• The single, lonely man who never asked for financial help, but was shown fellowship and now has a smile on his face & serves regularly at Bay Area.
• The severely handicapped woman from a local housing project who kept her home cool in the worst of the summer heat because of a portable air conditioner brought to her by Deacons.
• The terminally ill mother who is in need of support to cover her bills while undergoing treatment experiencing love from “strangers.”
"Bay Area has always focused on missions— from here to the nations— and missions start at home."
Not all of our stories end with relationships being built. Sometimes the people we serve simply disappear without ever hearing from them again. However, Bay Area has always focused on missions—from here to the nations—and missions start at home.
Unfortunately, there are many hurting people right here in our community. Although the first Deacons were commissioned to minister to members of the church body, benevolence sometimes blends into outreach as people who may not know Jesus or attend Bay Area are also coming for help. In all cases our Deacons rely on the Holy Spirit’s guidance to know when and how they should minister to their people, and we err on the side of grace and compassion because our goal is to show the love of Jesus.
Building Community for Young Families at Bay Area
BY ABBIE HOEKSTRA-NOLD COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
hen Megan and Dave first came to Bay Area, they immediately felt the call to engage. Dave joined the worship team, Megan the women’s ministry, and together they joined a community group for young, recently married couples. Over time, their friendships deepened, and their faith grew stronger through the connections they built at the church. They even began leading their own group just before the pandemic hit.
But when COVID disrupted daily life, Megan and Dave, like many, found themselves cut off from their church community. As the world around them slowly returned to normal, they welcomed their first child, and with it came new challenges.
"Our world shrank," Megan explains. Gone were the spontaneous hangouts and long conversations with friends. Suddenly, juggling parenthood, work and maintaining their faith became a balancing act. Megan recalls how they struggled to find community that fit this new stage of life. "This time was extremely isolating," she says. They longed for connection, but as new parents, many of the existing groups didn’t accommodate the unpredictable schedule of life with young children.
After months of searching for a fit and feeling increasingly disconnected, Megan and Dave realized they weren’t alone in this challenge. "There were plenty of other families who felt similar," Megan said. That’s when they
reached out to Allen, Bay Area's Community and Discipleship Pastor, with an idea.
With Allen’s support, Megan and Dave connected with another couple, Jordan and Carly Schrader, who shared the same heart for reaching young families. Together, they decided to host a brunch specifically for parents with young children.
Their goal? To create a space where families could come together in an environment that embraced the realities of parenthood - crawling babies, diaper changes, and all. They hoped to not only build community but also gauge whether others were feeling the same isolation.
The turnout exceeded expectations. Nearly 100 people showed up, all hungry for connection. "It was clear that this was an important opportunity for so many," Megan reflects.
From that brunch, Megan and Dave, along with the Schraders, hosted a follow-up event at their home. More than 40 families gathered and from that meeting, two new community groups were born. These groups were designed specifically for young families with an understanding that life with children doesn’t follow the usual rhythms.
"We’ve grown, shrunk and multiplied over the last two years," shared Megans. But the heart of their group remains the same: providing parents a space to focus on their relationship with Jesus, even in the midst of the daily chaos.
Their secret? The group pools together to hire a babysitter during their meetings. While the children are cared for in another room, the parents spend intentional time connecting with each other and their faith. "It’s a powerful time, even with the occasional interruption for a potty break or a crying baby."
Megan’s advice to other parents who feel isolated is simple: "You were never designed to go through this time of life alone." She encourages parents to reach out and find community, even if all they can manage is listening to worship music while wrangling their kids. "This season of life is hard, but you don’t have to do it by yourself."
Megan also has a message for the broader church community. She encourages everyone to offer a smile or a helping hand to parents who may be struggling in the moment. "We need each other," she says, "and for those with older kids or a heart for serving, we are always looking for help - especially babysitters!"
"The turnout exceeded expectations. Nearly 100 people showed up, all hungry for connection."
Bay
Area's Residency Program Update
BYWAYD E MORGAN
ere at Bay Area, we believe that equipping and training future leaders to lead and serve like Jesus is an important part of what we're here to do as the church, and our two-year Residency program is one place that’s evident. This program prepares and equips leaders for full-time vocational ministry by helping them grow in the areas of godly character, biblical knowledge, and practical ministry skills.
During these two years, Residents experience ministry in the local church context first-hand through serving and leadership opportunities in the church and the community,
all the while honing skills in pastoral care, and spending time learning and memorizing various books of the Bible. Residents are also encouraged to attend a Seminary or some form of Biblical Studies program while in the residency to help further train and equip them.
Introducing...
Aaron Rosa is the newest Bay Area Pastoral Resident…with a twist. He’s called not to be a Global Missions Partner, but a Local Missions Partner. Many people from Bay Area have gone on a Short Term Missions Trip and been exposed to the work of Global Missions Partners like
Chris and Kim Todd in Lebanon, or Kori and Alycia Williams, in Belize. The work they do in evangelizing, discipleship and raising up faith communities amongst the least in their communities is what Aaron has been doing for several years, but here in Annapolis.
You can rarely find Aaron at Bay Area throughout the week, as Aaron says, “What I love about my calling is that I never know if I’ll be praying with a homeless person under a bridge, counseling a woman with cancer in a waterfront mansion, or baptizing someone in their own bathtub in a public housing community.”
A gifted evangelist, he does this by intentionally positioning himself in environments and situations that would facilitate encounters with people who normally wouldn’t be caught dead in a church, then shares the gospel and follows the Spirit’s lead on shepherding and discipling that fruit.
"Not only have people come to faith through this ministry, but they are being discipled and equipped to multiply and evangelize others within their own communities!"
Aaron’s ministry has deep ties to Bay Area – Joey Thomassoni, the 20 year lead pastor of Downtown Hope, recently founded a local missions non-profit, Estuary, to equip lay members to do Gospel ministry outside the walls of the local church. Practically, Aaron is a local missionary falling under the guidance and administrative umbrella of Estuary, but sent and accountable to Bay Area Community Church.
Estuary and Bay Area have partnered to shape Aaron as a missionary pastor through a joint residency program. It is through this partnership that
Aaron has faithfully stewarded an outreach team in public housing neighborhoods around Annapolis. Not only have people come to faith through this ministry, but they are being discipled and equipped to multiply and evangelize others within their own communities!
No stranger to an unpredictable lifestyle, Aaron is a 2011 graduate from the US Naval Academy, holds a Masters in Journalism from the University of Maryland and is halfway finished with a Masters in Divinity at Westminster Theological Seminary. It is this background that gives him peace in some of the most broken parts of Annapolis.
Married to Jessica Rosa, a Bay Area Deacon, for Aaron this is truly a family call to ministry. Following ordination by Bay Area in the Spring of 2025, Aaron will be sent as one of the first full time Local Missions Partners with a commission to directly reach the 453,000 residents of Anne Arundel County who would not claim Jesus as Lord.
“My deepest desire is to, in some way, bring that 453,000 number down, to show Jesus to the people Jesus would be most attracted to and to labor alongside my Master so I might share in His joy.”
God is doing mighty works in the life of our church, and He is using the Residency to further the gospel in you, our neighbors, and the nations, and from the
A Brief Update from Wayde
residents we want to say THANK YOU! Your support is what directly enables us to learn, study and be another set of hands and feet of Jesus. Whether we're out
in the community sharing the gospel, going overseas to train pastors in India, or right here at Bay Area, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your generosity as God leads!
If you'd like to learn more about the Residency program, you can contact Brian Hopper at: Brian.Hopper@bayareacc.org
If you'd like to find out more or financially support Aaron, you can email him at: aaronlouisrosa@gmail.com
I'm blown away by all that God has done in the past year throughout the residency, and hearing all of what God has done through Aaron is so encouraging! Unlike Aaron, you CAN find me here at Bay Area throughout the week, often reading, writing, preparing for Sunday, and encouraging the staff. God has provided me some great opportunities here to serve in the Chapel, teach in BASM, and even go to India!
Most of all though, I've been blessed to work alongside our church staff as we grow to become more like Jesus, and while God has me here, I feel the Lord nudging me daily to walk around the campus to share an encouraging word with our staff team, just like a Chaplain would do in the military.
Language of the Heart
BYKAMMI MCGINTY
CARE NETWORK & MARRIAGE MINISTRY DIRECTOR
a sermon focusing on the Holy Spirit, Greg defined the heart as “the seat of our will, desires, thoughts, beliefs, emotions and connection with God.” He also said the Holy Spirit is working “to transform our heart into the likeness of Jesus.” I wanted to stand up and cheer, because I spend much time talking with people using the language of the heart. I find that sometimes it is a foreign language, because we are not always in touch with what is on our hearts.
Jeremiah spoke to this in Jeremiah 17:9 revealing that our hearts are deceitful and hard to know. And yet, this is the very place that the Holy Spirit targets to make us more like Jesus. If this is the case, then it bids us to pause and consider what it might take to know our hearts. This is a great season to do this as we focus on discipleship. One of the essentials we have identified as key to discipleship, is that it is inherently holistic. When I think on this, the conversation that Jesus had with a group of Pharisees in Matthew 27 comes to mind. At this point in His ministry, the whole religious
establishment is plotting to be rid of Him. The Pharisees come to Him with a question about the greatest commandment. He responds,
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the great and first commandment. And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself. On these two commandments depend all the Law and the Prophets.”
hearts were far from Him. In other words, their will, desires, thoughts, beliefs and emotions were not yielded to God and they had no connection with Him.
We could debate this assumption, but the real question that I ask myself is, “how well am I doing in loving God with my whole heart, soul and mind; my whole self?” This is a great question to wrestle with as we think about becoming holistic in following Jesus because it calls
"We need to engage the heart as we study and read God’s Word by opening our hearts to God and inviting Him in to search them"
I do not know what the Pharisees were expecting Him to say, but Jesus’ response rendered them speechless. I would like to think this is because they were suddenly aware of their shortcomings. I suspect they thought they were loving the Lord well with their minds because they knew the law and were piously obeying it, but their
us to consider what it requires to love God with all of our heart, all of our soul and all of our mind. It is quite notable that Jesus begins with the heart. This challenges me because it calls me to inspect my practices to see if I am holistically seeking God. I confess that I love the Word of God. I love to study and question and dive in to know more. But
"If loving God involves all of us - heart, soul and mind - then simple knowledge of the Bible, of God, will not grow us as disciples of Jesus."
I have to temper this zeal for knowledge with the reality that we can know the Word of God without knowing the God of the Word. However, we cannot know the God of the Word without knowing the Word of God.
If loving God involves all of us - heart, soul and mind - then simple knowledge of the Bible, of God, will not grow us as disciples of Jesus. We need to engage the heart as we study and read God’s Word by opening our hearts to God and inviting Him in to search them (Psalm 139). This requires an awareness of our desires, thoughts and emotions as we are reading and studying God’s Word. When we do this, we are not just engaging with our minds, but our hearts as well. This engagement often leads to worship and praise as our hearts connect with God and we bask in His love. However, this engagement can also raise awareness of a thought, feeling or desire that is misaligned to God’s Word, the truth. When this occurs, it is time to stop and seek the Lord in prayer to trace the
root of this, which is typically a lie we are believing or a hurt we are nursing.
God wants so much more for us than to have us simply know His Word, He wants us to know Him fully, holistically, engaging our whole heart, soul and mind. This is the work of the heart and at times it can be painful and difficult because it requires us to engage our emotions and desires. When we come to a passage, we need to think about what it is saying and handle the word of God rightly, but we also need to stop to assess how we are responding to it at the heart level (emotionally). When we do this our minds are renewed with truth and our hearts are transformed by truth and we grow a little more like Jesus in this pursuit.
In my thinking, it’s not knowledge that keeps us from becoming like Jesus, it is what is on our heart. So if our hearts are wounded and our desires and feelings are informed by these wounds, we can only grow in the likeness of Jesus as
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we allow Him to enter into our hearts to do a healing work. And because we are human, we all have wounds and hurts that need to be healed. But until we bring them to Jesus and submit them to Him, they remain open and painful. He is able to take what we know in our minds to heal our hearts so we are transformed into His likeness. When we invite Him to do this, we grow as His disciples and become more like Jesus!
In practicing this myself, I am often stunned by the work the Lord wants to do to uncover lies that I have believed that are rooted in hurts of the past that have shaped my identity. When I open my heart and invite God in to search it (Psalm 139), I am often surprised by what He reveals, while at the same time amazed at the depth of love and gratitude that flows out of these transforming experiences. I invite you to do the same. The next time you open your Bible for study or devotions, begin by asking God to search your heart and reveal what is in it. He will answer and show you unsearchable things you do not know.
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his past Fall, Greg kicked off the discipleship series and set forth a vision to be “laser focused on becoming more like Jesus.” It was this intention - of becoming and growing disciples of Jesusthat led to the beginning of the Women’s Mentoring Ministry, Journey Together, at Bay Area in the fall of 2021.
A desire to become more like Jesus and live a life that honors Him can feel a bit daunting and even overwhelming. Out of this desire, this mentoring ministry was birthed: gathering a group of mature women who are pursuing Jesus who feel called to invest in other women on their journey to becoming more like Jesus.
In order to build a sustainable mentoring ministry, research was conducted, drawing from the experience of several churches around the country already successfully serving in mentorship. From those experiences, the ideas that best fit Bay Area were developed.
Why a mentoring ministry?
Women long for authentic, oneon-one, face-to-face connection. We are uniquely created for
Journey Together
BYBETTE CHRISTIAN
MENTOR VOLUNTEER
community, to form relationships, and do life together. Journey Together can help meet those needs as we grow in viewing our life and circumstances through the lens of scripture, and pass along the baton of faith, one woman to another.
Prayer is foundational
Each step of the development and implementation of this ministry has been undergirded by prayer. A group of women from Women of Legacy pray regularly for our mentors and mentees and offer additional prayer support in the pairing of a mentor with a mentee.
Our mentors
All of our mentors display the qualities of disciple-making, loving and encouraging Christian woman; each is a woman who makes her life and what she’s learned, as she has trusted God to guide her, available to another woman, her mentee. She has a heart willing to invest her time, energy and wisdom into another as she points them to God and His Word. All mentors are trained and equipped before they are paired with a mentee. They honor the call of Titus 2:3-5!
Who needs a mentor?
Have you ever wanted to discuss any issue with a Christian woman who may be a bit farther along in their faith journey and have some insights and encouragement for you? Have you wondered how to apply the truth of the Bible to daily living? Do you just want to connect with a woman in the church and spend some time together talking about how to manage the many roles or responsibilities you have?
Our mentors are godly women, pursuing Jesus through prayer, time in the Word, and fellowship. They are not trained counselors, but will walk with you as you discuss life issues through a biblical lens.
What is the commitment?
We ask that each mentee commit to meeting with your mentor for a period of three months. For the first month, we ask for a onehour weekly meeting, during which some areas of homework may be requested; after the first month, you may choose to meet every other week (there will be at least 8 meetings within the 3 months). Almost all of our partnerships have resulted in lasting friendships!
We asked a few mentors to share about their experience and here’s what they said…
Q: How has being a mentor been a blessing?
"I'm privileged to witness God's real working power and presence in the lives of my mentees and in my own life.”
"When I first started I'd been paired with a young woman. I was so worried that I wouldn't be cool enough for her or that I wouldn't be wise enough for whatever struggle she was facing! But because of the pairing process, built on prayer, the
Holy Spirit consistently leads to the best pairing. I knew that God had placed me as the mentor for this woman and therefore He had equipped me to walk alongside her at this time in her spiritual life.”
Q: How have you, as a mentor, seen the Lord working through this ministry?
“For me it was mentoring a young mom in how to put spiritual disciplines first, even when her life looked like it's never looked before (no consistent schedule, 24-7 demands, etc.). I'm now parenting a pre-teen and a teenager, but I still remember (and put into practice) all the ways I tried to stay consistent in Bible study and prayer. And I could look back on what worked
and what didn't. The Lord set it up so that the things that worked for me happened to work for her, too! It was almost effortless for us to become close and walk alongside each other in our faith. From there, I could encourage her, but it was the Lord who helped her day-by-day to set new rhythms and habits that would work for her and to be blessed in them.”
Q: I’m on the fence- should I sign up to be a mentee?
“Mentors are committed and are here to pray and biblically walk alongside others in their journeys. We struggle alongside you, and together, we rejoice in the good. We want you to know that you are NOT alone in whatever it is you are facing, and we are eager to journey together with you!”
“Do it! We've heard plenty of sermons over the past year reminding us that we should both be pouring out and pouring in. One of the most beautiful things about the church is that it is through Christian community-and especially through intentional and honest relationships--that we grow in maturity as believers. So go find a mentor! (And look for someone to pour into, too.)”
Some mentees shared their experience from being a part of this ministry
“Spiritual growth. I have loved having someone that I can be completely vulnerable with. I am very blessed by our friendship.”
“It helped me to learn in more detail about serving that I didn't understand well, and other areas, such as fasting. It also helped me to learn I was on track in other parts of my faith journey -bottom line, I am right where I am supposed to be and on track to go further and deeper.”
I’m ready for a mentor; now what?
We desire to develop relationships to encourage other women as they grow in their journey with Jesus! We seek to apply biblical principles to everyday life situations, encourage growth in prayer life, Bible reading/study, and pursuit of community with other believers. This is
a person-to-person investment of time and care.
To be paired with a mentor, visit the Bay Area website, under Women’s Ministry, and click to submit your application! bayareacc.org/wm-mentoring
Questions?
Contact Bette Christian or Anne Canaday at journeytogether.bacc@gmail.com
BYJAKE WIEDUWILT
STUDENT MINISTRY PASTOR
s I sit down to reflect on what has been one of the most unpredictable, challenging, and ultimately joyful mission trips I’ve ever led, I can’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of pride and gratitude for the incredible students who made up the BASM Belize Missions Team. This trip wasn’t just about the work we set out to do in Belize; it became a profound lesson in going with the flow, trusting God’s plan, and finding joy in every twist and turn along the way.
When plans go awry
Tuesday, July 23, was supposed to be the beginning of our adventure to Belize. The team was excited, packed and ready to serve. But then the unthinkable happened: our flights were canceled. In that moment, I knew that we were facing our first real test. As a leader, it’s never easy to break news like this to a group of eager students. The disappointment was heavy, but what struck me immediately was the way our team responded.
Instead of dwelling on what we couldn’t control, these students chose to lean into the situation. They embraced it with grace, trust, and a faith that inspired even me. It was in those moments that the Jellyfish became our unexpected mascot.
Jellyfish are known for going with the flow, letting the currents guide them. That became our mantra: “Go with the flow,” anchored in Psalm 46:10, which reminds us to “Be still, and know that I am God.”
A CHANGE OF PLANS, A CHANGE OF HEART
When it became clear that we wouldn’t be heading to Belize right away, we quickly pivoted to serve locally in Anne Arundel County. On what would have been our first day in Belize, we found ourselves at Walk-the-Walk Foundation, helping organize diapers in preparation for a delivery of 220,000 diapers for families in need. The students also organized school supplies and delivered backpacks to children who might not otherwise have them for the school year.
Watching them dive into this work with such enthusiasm was incredible. They could have been frustrated, upset, even bitter about the delay. But instead, they chose joy. That same joy carried over into the next day, where we spent time in Downtown Annapolis, spreading love, passing out encouraging notes, and praying with strangers. It was a beautiful reminder that ministry isn’t confined to a specific location—it’s wherever
God places us, and it’s done with an open and willing heart.
Finally, belize and an unexpected challenge
When we finally made it to Belize on Friday, it felt like we had already been on quite the journey, yet the challenges weren’t over. Almost as soon as we landed, our missions partner Korie asked us to lead worship and for me to preach on Sunday. It was a last-minute request that could have easily thrown us off balance. But this team? They were ready. Just like our Jellyfish mascot, they went with the flow.
Friday was spent getting settled in and preparing for the whirlwind of ministry that awaited us. Saturday was a day filled with joy as we hosted a VBS Funday, the culmination of a local Bible school. Watching our students interact with the children, seeing their faces light up during a snowball fight with cotton balls, and witnessing the crowning of the king and queen of Bible school was pure joy.
That afternoon, we participated in food distribution, an experience that opened our eyes to the deep needs in Belize. It was powerful, and it was here that we discovered one of our team member Henry’s hidden talent—
he speaks Spanish! We all had a good laugh about the timing of that revelation, wishing we had known earlier, but it added a lightheartedness to a moment that could have been heavy.
WORSHIP, CONNECTION, AND THE BEAUTY OF BELIZE
Sunday was a day I’ll never forget. We experienced worship in a whole new way, joining with believers in Belize and feeling the presence of God in that place. Preaching in that environment was a humbling experience, and I was so proud of our team for stepping up to lead worship. It was a reminder that the church isn’t about a building; it’s about the people, the community of believers, no matter where they are in the world.
That afternoon, Korie treated us to an experience that showcased the beauty of Belize. We went zip lining and cave tubing— activities that left us in awe of God’s creation. I could see in the students’ faces how much this time meant to them, not just as a fun outing, but as a moment to soak in the wonder of the world around them.
a Full Circle of service
Monday was a day of intense work. We cleaned, organized and served in ways that left me amazed. The students cleaned the bus, organized a medical facility building, sorted school supplies for 600 children, and picked up trash—all before lunch!
As we wrapped up our time in Belize, we spent our final evening together reflecting on the week that had passed. There was so
much laughter as we recounted the unpredictable journey, from canceled flights to unexpected joys in both Maryland and Belize. But what stood out to me the most was the full circle God had brought us through. We started by organizing school supplies for children in need in Anne Arundel County, and we ended by doing the same in Belize. This wasn’t just coincidence; it was God’s hand, guiding us and reminding us that the work we do is meaningful, no matter where it happens.
Finding joy in the journey
As we traveled back on Tuesday, I couldn’t help but feel overwhelmed with gratitude. This week had been nothing like we expected, but it had been everything God intended. The joy that permeated the entire trip, despite the setbacks and challenges, was a gift from the Lord. Through our devotions and reflections, we realized that this joy wasn’t just a fleeting emotion; it was a deep, abiding presence that came from our
faith and the community we built together.
Our students returned with a strong conviction to remain on mission right here at home, recognizing that their calling isn't bound by borders. Moreover, they discovered the deep value of community, realizing that it is through these connections that they can continue to grow and serve with purpose.
This trip taught me, and I believe it taught all of us, a lesson we will carry for the rest of our lives: When you go with the flow, when you let God guide your steps even when the path seems unclear, you find joy in the journey. You discover that the true mission isn’t just about the work you do, but about the way you live out your faith, the way you love others, and the way you let God lead.
In the end, we didn’t just go to Belize to serve; we became the church in action, demonstrating the power of faith, flexibility, and the joy of going with the flow. And we did it all with the heart of a Jellyfish.
“ ‘ Go with the flow ’ became our mantra, anchored in Psalm 46:10, which reminds us to ‘ Be still, and know that I am God. ’ ”
This is the t-shirt design used for the Belize team. Whenever they would hit a snag on their trip they would say "blob blob blob" as a silly way to remind them to go with the flow!
gowith the flow
Anchored In Mission
Setting Sail For Kent Island
BYDREW BENNETT
LOCAL OUTREACH
DIRECTOR
e are an advancing church. And we are, once again, charting a course for new waters. A new chapter of Bay Area; a Kent Island chapter.
As we prepare to launch a multisite campus on Kent Island, we’re still after the same mission: making passionate, maturing followers of Jesus. Over two-thousand years ago, Jesus commissioned his followers to “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations” (Matt. 28:19). Why go to Kent Island? In one word: Jesus.
Much like the pioneers who established Fort Kent as Maryland’s first settlement in 1631, we are laying the foundation for a new mission outpost—one that serves not just as a convenience for the community, but as a lighthouse of hope, shining the light of Jesus across the island and beyond. As followers of Jesus, we are all part of His crew, called to be fishers of men (Matt. 4:19), bringing everyone into the safe harbor of His grace.
Jesus’ vision was clear in His time on earth and ever since: “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to
"The Church is not a country club for the comfortable but a life-saving station for the lost and lonely."
call the righteous, but sinners” (Mark 2:17). The Church is not a country club for the comfortable but a life-saving station for the lost and lonely.
One of our first steps on this journey is to find a home for our Kent Island campus. After much prayer and scouting, we have identified a promising location at 155 Sallit Drive. Before we can drop anchor, there are still some details that we need work out. With the help of engineers and other experts, we are making sure the building can meet our needs. We are currently working on finalizing the lease terms with the landlord.
But even the finest vessel needs a captain to steer the ship, care for the crew, and carry the mission. Currently we are searching for a campus pastor who will be more than just a leader— he will be someone who will live among the people of Kent Island, invest in their lives, and lead this local church to reach their neighbors with the good news of Jesus. This role is pivotal, as the campus pastor will be the rudder that keeps the course.
"This campus is about creating a place where you can invite your neighbors to experience the lifetransforming love of Christ."
Finally, no ship can set sail without the necessary resources. We need to raise at least $350,000 to get this campus underway. Already, over 30 families from Kent Island have stepped up to raise $175,000—a strong wind in our sails! As Pastor Greg shared during Vision Sunday this fall, we’re now calling on the rest of our spiritual family from the Annapolis and Odenton campuses to help us raise the remaining $175,000. As this is being written, we have raised $120,000 toward the goal, and more is on the way!
This campus is about creating a place where you can invite your neighbors to experience the lifetransforming love of Christ. Just as the disciples left their nets behind to follow Jesus, we, too, are stepping out in faith, ready to cast our nets wide for the sake of the Kingdom. And we hope that you will join us on this adventure by considering giving, passionately praying, and even possibly going!
We are committed to reaching the people of Kent Island with the good news of the great victory of Jesus. Together, with God at the helm, we believe this new campus will be a beacon of hope, guiding people to the sheltered shores of His salvation. Let’s set sail together, trusting that the Lord will provide calm seas and strong winds to carry us forward.
CHRISTMAS AT BAY AREA GATHERING TIMES
ANNAPOLIS
MONDAY, DECEMBER 23
7 p.m.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24
ODENTON & 4 2 6 8 p.m.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24
7 p.m.
Let us know which gathering you're coming to starting in November at bayareacc.org/christmas or join us online at 4 p.m.
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GIFTS FOR CHILDREN
Sign up to sponsor a child at the kiosks on Sundays, November 10 and 17. Gift drop off begins on the patio on November 20 from 5-8 p.m. or before and after the gatherings on Sunday, November 24 and December 1.
AVAILABLE DECEMBER 29 chapter a day
Hey Bay Area Family!
The question I probably get asked most often is, "What's the next teaching series going to be?" - I guess it might be the second most common question behind, "Why do you talk so fast?". Either way, here's a quick look at what we'll be teaching between now and Christmas!
AARON HIXON
TEACHING PASTOR
In a year where we're focused on discipleship, we decided that it's important to take a multiple week dive on the worldview issues surrounding marriage, family and parenting. How are those related? Well, family is where we learn and live discipleship (for good or ill), and if we don't understand what the Scriptures teach about them, we'll have a hard time using the powerful family environment for spiritual growth. So, over the course of 5 weeks, we'll take a look at what our culture says is true about The Family, Marriage and Parenting and the chaos this has produced. With each topic, we'll compare the lies and half-truths with what the Scriptures say. Buckle up for a fun and challenging conversation! And don't worry: this series is for everyone, no matter what your family life looks like - single, married, kids or otherwise, we'll address it all!
DOWN TO EARTH
CHRISTMAS AT BAY AREA
In our modern age, the claim that Jesus is God is hard for many people to believe. However, in the early church, more people were scandalized by the idea of the humanity of Jesus than His deity - How could GOD become a limited, weak and frail human; a baby no less! We’re so used to praising Jesus for his divine power that we sometimes miss the importance of His human limitations (and what those mean for us). In this series, we'll explore how the humanity of Jesus is critical for his ability to be our Savior, to understand our struggle and ultimately to take our place. When Jesus came from heaven, he came down to earth in more ways than one.
DivorceCare Surviving the Holidays Seminar
CARE NETWORK CARE NETWORK
November 6, 7-9 p.m.., Virtual Meetings
ALL CAMPUSES
This seminar is a 2-hour event where you’ll be welcomed by warm, caring people who understand what you’re going through and who want to help.
GriefShare Surviving the Holidays Seminar
November 10, 2-4 p.m., Virtual Meetings
ALL CAMPUSES
The seminar features video interviews with counselors, grief experts, and other people who have experienced the holidays after their loved one’s death and who offer practical suggestions and reassurance.
Parents of Prodigals Prayer Group
First and Third Sunday, 11 a.m., Prayer Room
ANNAPOLIS CAMPUSES
Are you the parent of an adult child who is now living as a prodigal? If so, please join us in praying with others who are in this challenging season.
CONNECTING
Meal Train Ministry
This ministry is an initiative to provide relief from meal preparation after coming home with a new baby, recovering from a medical procedure, caring for a loved one, or other unforeseen circumstances. If you or someone you know would like to request a meal train, head to our website.
Learn more about the Care Network at bayareacc.org/carenetwork.
First Step
ANNAPOLIS CAMPUS
First Sundays at 9 a.m. in Room 237
If you are new or looking to get connected at Bay Area, join us for First Step. You’ll get a chance to learn about our mission, vision and how to get connected. Find more details and sign up on our website at bayareacc.org/ nextsteps.
Parenting Conference
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY COMMUNITY
November 2, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Annapolis Campus
ALL CAMPUSES
Parents will select a track for the day, with options that include preschool, elementary and BASM tracks. Parents can attend tracks together, or attend different age group tracks separately. Childcare provided! Register at: bayareacc.org/parentingconference
Family Christmas Month
Drive-Thru
November 12, 5-7 p.m.
ANNAPOLIS CAMPUS
Join us for year five of Christmas for the whole month of December in Children’s Ministry! To kick things off, you and your entire family are invited to come to our Christmas themed drive-thru to pick up your Family Christmas Month box! This month-long Advent calendar will provide fun for the whole family with interactive ways to learn about Jesus. Register: bayareacc.org/annapolis-events
Family Movie Night
November 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
ANNAPOLIS CAMPUS
A movie night for the whole family. We'll be watching The Grinch so feel free to dress up as your favorite Christmas or Grinch character! There will be free snacks and chairs will be provided. Please feel free to bring any blankets or pillows. Register: bayareacc.org/ annapolis-events
Learn more about what's happening in our Children's Ministry at bayareacc.org/children.
LOCAL OUTREACH
Community Groups
If you want to be connected in community or if you would like to consider being a Community Group leader, check out the Community webpage for more information and registration: bayareacc.org/community
Gifts For Children
Every year we partner with Walk The Walk Fooundation to provide Christmas gifts to children who might not receive any in Bluefield, West Virginia.
Sign up to sponsor a child at the kiosks outside the auditorium on November 10 and 17. Gift drop off begins on the patio on November 20 from 5-8 p.m. or you can drop off your gifts before and after the gatherings on November 24 and December 1. Learn more and register: bayareacc.org/annapolis-events.
MEN'S MINISTRY
Men's Breakfast
Third Saturdays, 8-9:30 a.m. in the BASM Café
ALL CAMPUSES
Join the men’s ministry every 3rd Saturday of the month for breakfast in the Student Ministry warehouse and café. Learn more and register: bayareacc.org/annapolis-events.
Men’s Bible Studies
ALL CAMPUSES
There are several bible studies in progress at Bay Area throughout the week. See the options and contact info at bayareacc.org/men-bible-studies
Men's Mentoring
ALL CAMPUSES
Request a mentor who will walk alongside you with wisdom and encouragement for a season, or even sign up to be considered to be a mentor yourself. Learn more and register: bayareacc.org/men.
Men's Breakfast
January 10-12
ALL CAMPUSES
Come join the men of Bay Area to get away for a weekend of growth, encouragement and fun. Lead Pastor Greg St. Cyr will be sharing practical teaching and stories from the heart in “Becoming More Like Jesus: Spiritual Leadership thoughts from our Lead Pastor.” Learn more and register: bayareacc.org/annapolis-events
MISSIONS
Remebering His Works
February 2, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.
ALL CAMPUSES
Come hear or share atories of what God has done on mission in 2024.
SOULS World Mission Conference
February 15, 2025
ALL CAMPUSES
The theme for SOULS 2025 is 'In The Name of Jesus,' where we will explore how sometimes those who go to the nations in Jesus' name can cause more harm than good, and yet we are still called to go to the nations. Join us as we re-orient ourselves to what it really means to be a repsentative of Jesus when advancing the gospel. Learn more and register: bayareacc.org/souls-conference
Ask Us Anything
February 16, 2025, 6-8 p.m.
ALL CAMPUSES
More information on the focus of this event will be on our events page in the new year: bayareacc.org/annapolisevents
Global Missions 101
February 23, 2025 at 10:15-11 a.m.
ALL CAMPUSES
This is your chance to hear about all things Global Missions at Bay Areahow you can get involved both here in Maryland by sending, and actually going to the nations.
Short-Term Missions
Appalachia Gifts for Children: December 9-15
Belize 1: March 22 - March 29 2025
Our 2025 STM teams will be posted in January 2025.
MARRIAGE MINISTRY
Premarital Mentoring
We want to partner with you as you establish a strong Jesus-centered life together. Through premarital mentoring, you will be paired with trained marriage mentors who will equip you with the tools and resources you need to succeed in marriage. We encourage all couples to consider registering for our premarital mentoring program long before you begin wedding planning. The program allows you to examine your goals and values related to important themes of marriage like children and finances so you can discuss how well aligned you are and receive mentoring in areas where you may need to make some adjustments.
For more information or to register send an email to premarital. ministry@bayareacc.org or visit our website at bayareacc.org/marriage.
Better Together Brunch
December 8 after the gathering
ODENTON CAMPUS
Let's continue the fellowship over delicious food and good conversation. Whether you’re new or have been with us for a while, it’s a great time to invite others to connect and enjoy being better together.
STUDENT MINISTRY
FAMplify
November 13 from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Annapolis Campus
ALL CAMPUSES
This is a time of connecting with other parents and your students' leader. The night will kick off with fellowship and food from 6-7 p.m., followed by a time of worship. From 7:30-8:30 p.m. as students go to community groups, parents will have a chance to build relationships with each other in our warehouse over dessert. We hope to see you there!
Senior Friendsgiving
November 24 from 6-8 p.m.
ALL CAMPUSES
This will be a night of eating yummy food, having fun and enjoying community. Senior Friendsgiving will take place off campus at 913 Governor Bridge Road, Davidsonville, MD. BASM will provide the turkey.
Amplify Ugly Sweater
Christmas Party
December 18, 6-8:30 p.m.
ALL CAMPUSES
There will be a prize for the ugliest sweater of the night! And then as usual, from 7:30-8:30 p.m. students will break off into their community groups to celebrate together and have a little Christmas party.
Serve Team All Play
January 8, 2024
ALL CAMPUSES
All BASM serve members (Hospitality, Welcome, CGL, Gathering Team, etc.) are invited to our mid year all-play. Here we will enjoy dinner together & be encouraged through worship & prayer.
More events and information can be found at bayareacc.org/students.
WOMEN'S MINISTRY
Praying for Our Husbands
As wives we want to love, honor and respect our husbands. One of the best ways we can do that is by being devoted to lifting them up in prayer. We meet one Sunday a month. Learn more and register: bayareacc.org/women
Moms In Prayer
Do you find yourself worried over your children’s future? Do you find yourself concerned about the choices they are making now? Do you ache to see the Lord’s hand in your children’s lives? Moms in Prayer is for you! Learn more: bayareacc.org/women.
Winter Bible Studies
New studies will start in January! Childcare will be offered at our Wednesday morning study. Starting in November, learn more and register: bayareacc.org/women-biblestudies.
Women's Mentoring
Have you ever wanted to discuss any issue with a Christian woman who may be a bit farther along in their faith journey and have some insights and encouragement for you? Find more information and get connected with a mentor:bayareacc.org/wm-mentoring.
Women of Legacy
2nd and 4th Mondays, 10:30 a.m.-noon
ALL CAMPUSES
Are you a Bay Area Woman 55 or older? We have a wonderful fellowship group for you! The activity at each meeting varies but always includes connecting with your peers, enjoying one another’s company and encouraging each other spiritually. We would love to have you join us soon! Learn more and register: bayareacc.org/women-of-legacy
WOMEN'S MINISTRY
Women's Card Making Workshops
November 7 and 14, times vary
ANNAPOLIS CAMPUS
Whether card making is new to you or you are a pro, this will be a great time to gather together to be creative and have some time for fellowship as well.This is a great opportunity to invite a friend or neighbor who may not be attending church! There's a limit of twenty participants in each session Register: bayareacc.org/women-events.
Midnight Madness
December 5 at 5 p.m.
ANNAPOLIS CAMPUS
We will meet at Bay Area's East Parking Lot and carpool together to downtown Annapolis for Midnight Madness, a local holiday tradition. Bring your friends! It will be a great time. Learn more and egister: bayareacc.org/women-events
Women's Quiet Retreat
January 25, 2025, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
ANNAPOLIS CAMPUS
Save the date for our annual Women’s Quiet Retreat: A Long Obedience. There will be short times of teaching and times of personal study with a study guide. This is a time of presenting your heart to God and allowing Him to move. Registration will open in December at bayareacc.org/women-events
& 30’s MINISTRY
The BACC Deck
1st and 3rd Fridays, 7-9 p.m.
ALL CAMPUSES
These events are open to anyone in their 20's and 30's and are a great way to meet others your age. Here's what we have coming up for the rest of 2024:
November 1 - Friendsgiving
November 15 - Soup Soiree
December 6 - White Elephant Party
December 14 - Annapolis Lights Parade
December 20 - Christmas Party
Questions? Email us at baccdeck@ bayareacc.org 20’s
Young Adult Community
Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
ALL CAMPUSES
If you have recently graduated high school, are attending college or starting to work, then this group is for you. Open to ages 18-25. You can just show up or email heather.kirchser@gmail.com.
Details for these events and more can be found on our website at bayareacc.org/20sand30s or on Instagram at @baccdeck.
