2016
HIGHLIGHTS C
ertain anniversaries are considered milestones. At our Annual Homecoming this past November, the SBC of Virginia marked its 20th anniversary as a state convention, which surpassed 700 affiliated churches. The fellowship was rejuvenating and the celebration enlightening as we reflected on our past, our foundation, and our philosophy as a Great Commission coalition. May we now move forward united with a bold commitment to the Great Commission and God’s Word.
Because of our Gospel partnership, churches are being strengthened, Christians are being mobilized, churches are planting churches, and disciples are being made. Our goal is that no church be left behind as we seek to advance the Great Commission. Personally, as I have read and studied the Bible this year, I have noted the numerous times the Apostle Paul mentioned his colaborers, his loved ones in Christ, by name. Paul was not perfect when it came to relationships, friendships, and partnerships, but he did seem to be persistent, purposeful, and prayerful. Acts 18:9-10 provides three points of encouragement: Do not be afraid. Take to heart the exhortation to serve boldly and courageously, regardless of the threats that come. Do not be silent. We are stewards of the Gospel truth: preach the Word, in season and out. You are not alone. We stand together on God’s Word, kneel together as watchmen of the wall, and walk together in the grace and truth of Christ. Not alone! No follower of Christ, no pastor or church leader, no missionary, and no church should try to serve alone. Thank you for your partnership in the Gospel of Christ. Remember that you are not alone. Your brother in Christ,
BRIAN AUTRY Executive Director, SBC of Virginia
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MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS
Need help to determine what fits best for your ministry to connect and network for missions? Browse our menu and contact us today to learn how to get started in the right direction. sbcv.org/missionsmenu
Communities of Hope is a resource for pastors and churches to empower committed Christians to reach the lost with the Gospel. This resource has now been translated into Spanish to reach Hispanics near you! sbcv.org/comunidades
God worked in amazing ways through SBCV churches in 2016. This webpage includes some of the major media highlights that took place. Please use these resources as needed. We appreciate your partnership! sbcv.org/mediahighlights
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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
VIRGINIA FUGE CAMP
DISASTER RELIEF
VIRGINIA & DC VISION TOURS
SBCV joined LifeWay to sponsor Fuge Camp at Liberty University. More than half of the 1,100 students were from SBCV churches. Nearly 100 people received Christ at camp and through mission projects. sbcv.org/fuge
Hundreds of volunteers traveled to the flooded areas of West Virginia, Louisiana, and Virginia Beach to help families impacted. Your Vision Virginia contributions make this ministry possible. sbcv.org/dr
Ten mini vision tours in Virginia and Washington, DC provided church leaders the opportunity to see the need for church planting in these areas, where an estimated 7.7 million people are without Christ. sbcv.org/vadcvisiontours
CHURCH LEADERSHIP CONFERENCES
CROSSOVER ROANOKE
APPALACHIA BACKPACKS
Crossover Roanoke was the vessel that helped bring 31 people to follow Jesus Christ. More than 300 volunteers from 30 SBCV churches participated in the first-ever convention-wide evangelism event. sbcv.org/crossoverroanoke
Nearly 2,500 impoverished children living in Appalachia received school supplies, daily necessity items, and the Gospel message, thanks to SBCV churches. This is the largest collection so far in the Backpacks for Appalachia project. sbcv.org/backpacks
Hundreds of SBCV churches were represented at the four leadership conferences spread out across the Commonwealth. These halfday or evening trainings included fellowship, a worship rally, and breakout sessions. sbcv.org/clc
GIVING During the first 11 months of 2016, SBC of Virginia churches have given over $8.2 million through the Cooperative Program, which represents a 2.9% increase.
We have also received the following gifts in January November 2016: $1,650,356 for the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering $1,089,925 for the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering $238,384 for the Vision Virginia Missions Offering
ANNUAL HOMECOMING The 2016 Annual Homecoming saw history in the making with the celebration of SBCV’s 20th anniversary and the unanimous election of our first Hispanic officer. Find resolutions, videos, photos, and more on our website: sbcv.org/homecoming
CHURCH PLANTING
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Total number of CHURCH PLANTS & SMALL GROUPS (10.67%) SBCV CHURCHES partnered with SBCV planters/apprentices
OUR MISSION IS TO STRENGTHEN & MOBILIZE CHURCHES to MAKE DISCIPLES & PLANT CHURCHES for JESUS CHRIST through GOSPEL PARTNERSHIP
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