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GEMGEMMagazineMissouri Free Will Baptist

Volume 82 / Number 5 / Sept-Oct, 2011

Inside:Choose Ye This Day ..........................................Page 4Support Walk .....................................................Page 8Free Will Baptists Celebrate 75 Years .............0

/Gem Magazine/ Sept-Oct, 2011

The Offi cial Publication of the Missouri State Association of Free Will Baptists

the GEM Magazine Volume 82, Number 5Sept-Oct, 2011

In this issue:

From the Editor ................................................................... Page 3

Choose You This Day ......................................................... Page 4

Panama Anniversary Trip ................................................... Page 5

Message From the Executive Committee........................... Page 7

Suypport Walk .................................................................... Page 8

Victory Honors Associate Pastor ........................................ Page 9

National Free Will Baptists Celebrate 75 Years ................ Page 10

Camp Niangua News........................................................ Page 12

Baptisms! .......................................................................... Page 14

Travis Harrison Releases Book ........................................ Page 15

More Baptisms!................................................................. Page 16

College News ................................................................... Page 17

June-July Financials ......................................................... Page 18

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from the Editor

That’s the conversation I seem to have been hav-ing with God for awhile. I really enjoy working for the Lord and Missouri Free Will Baptists through the state offi ce. But God is leading me to another ministry.

By now you are aware that I have notifi ed our Ex-ecutive Committee that I will be stepping down as Executive Director effective January, 2012. I will be assuming duties at Free Will Baptist Bible College the fi rst of February. My position will be Vice Presi-dent for Church Relations. I will be a liaison for the College to the churches of our denomination.Much of what I will be doing is what I do now here in Missouri. I will travel, preach, raise funds, recruit students and say thank you to the churches and in-dividuals who have been faithful to support Free Will Baptist Bible College through the years.

Will it be easy to leave? Not at all. As I have often said. Missouri is the greatest state in the union in which to work for the Lord and Missouri Free Will Baptist pastors and people are some of God’s choice servants! Our leadership team here is the best and our Executive Committee and General Board are the best groups of men anywhere to be found. But when God leads, we follow.

I am grateful for the 7 and a half years God has allowed me to be a part of this great work. Your compassion for me and my family during good and diffi cult times has been exemplary. You have expressed your support in so many ways and we are forever grateful for you and your willingness to follow God.

Change is never easy, but if we follow God, change will always be right.

Change is never easy. Especially for those of us who are getting older. We get things just the way we want them and don’t like any-one or anything upsetting what we have worked hard to achieve. Maintaining the status quo is getting tougher all the time. We look at the change-agents around us and ask, “What was wrong with the way it was?” One thing we know for sure, change is inevitable.

I guess one aversion we have to change is that we never know for sure that what is new is better than what is old. If we just had some assurance that the new will be satisfying, fulfi lling and safe, we would not be so nervous.

That’s what makes following God so much fun. We never have to worry about trying something new and failing. If we are following His lead, going where He says, doing that which will best fulfi ll His will for us, we are safe. That does not mean we will not travel a rocky road sometimes. It does not mean that we will always enjoy our surroundings or situation. It does mean that wherever he has us, if we are confi dent we are following Him and listening to His voice of guidance, we will experience the deep peace of a truly right relationship with Him.

Of course we may say, “But God, I like where I am and what I am doing for you. Did you not lead me here?” And He might say, “Yes, I did lead you there and I am glad you are enjoying what you are doing for me, but it’s time for a change.”

Knowing God’s WillKnowing God’s Will ......part twopart two

See Executive Committee Statement, Page 7See press release on page 17


Missouri Show-Me Missions

Chad Wormington

Frank Webster

Juan and María are now faithfully serving the Lord and are getting married in our church this August even though their families will not be attending. They know that this will not be an easy road for them as far as their lifestyle on Earth is concerned but they fully accept the message of peace, knowing that life does not end here!

Matthew felt that it was better not to show a picture of the couple, nor to use their actual names. However, it is comforting to know that God knows who they are and that He has adopted them into His loving family.

Keep praying for our missionar-ies as they seek out those who are seeking the eternal truth of Jesus Christ.

Frank WebsterMO FWB Missions Director

The familiar decree of Joshua came to mind when I read this account of a couple in Vilalba, Spain where Matthew and Brooke Turn-bough serve. This is a story that happens all too often in many countries.

Juan and María started attending our church about nine months ago. They found our church on the internet after deciding that they wanted to follow the Lord.

They both grew up in Catholic homes although they didn’t at-tend church regularly. A couple of years ago, Juan started read-ing the writings of Martin Luther and John Calvin, which led him to Scripture.

He started reading the Bible and believed what it said. He realized that there is only one way to God and that is through Jesus. The movie Fireproof with Kirk Cam-eron was a big push for Juan to really believe in God.

Juan started talking to his fam-ily about his new faith and they didn’t want to hear anything about it. They didn’t want Juan becoming part of a sect or cult.

“Choose you this day whom “Choose you this day whom ye will serve . . .”ye will serve . . .”

María wasn’t sure she wanted to follow in the path Juan was taking until something signifi cant happened in their lives.

Juan had an aunt that was very sick and her last days on earth involved a serious spiritual search. She only wanted to talk to Juan and came to know the Lord shortly before she passed away.

That decision made from an elderly aunt startled María so much that one day she had to pull over on the side of the road because she was paralyzed from fear of not knowing Him. She then made a decision to follow the Lord.

They are the only Evangelical Christians in their family and in their circle of friends outside our church. They are choosing to fol-low the Lord despite the ridicule of friends and family. Their fami-lies do not fully understand what they believe but neither do they want to stop and listen about their faith.

This underlines the harsh spir-itual climate that predominates in Spain.


Pastor Nate Altom

Pastor Tom Jones

Join us for the 50 year celebration in

Chame’ Panama Date Jan 5-11 2012 Cost $1,800.00 per person * Includes: Round trip air fare, travel in Panama and lodging.

*Price based on flight from Tulsa. Price could vary due to airline price changes.

Contact Frank Webster at the MO FWB State Office for more details on this trip. 417 532-6537

We plan to stay at the

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It is a beautiful facility that is

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Will Baptist Seminary which

is where the 3 day

celebration will take place.

Requirements Valid Passport to at least May 1, 2012 Due to travel accommodations in Panama, we will limit this group to 10 adults. Non-refundable payment of $900.00 per person secures your spot. Deadline for trip is Oct. 3, 2011 Schedule:5th – Fly in about 9:30PM6th – Free Day7-9th – Celebration10th – Free Day11th – Fly home


We truly appreciate the support, both prayer and fi nancial, received for the ministries of the Home Missions Depart-ment in past years. We realize the downturn in the economy is being felt across the nation. We are so thankful for all that you have sacrifi ced to help our missionaries. Planting Free Will Baptist churches in every direction across North America is of prime importance. Winning the lost is still the number one priority. Planting churches has been impor-

tant to Free Will Baptists for more than 200 years and it is still important today! Please remember…

Please contact the Home Missions Department for free promotional materials at 1.877.767.7674 or through the web-site at www.homemissions.net.


Procedure for Choosing Executive Director

When it becomes necessary to choose a replacment for the Executive Director, the outgoing Director should give suf-fi cient notice to allow time for the Executive Committee and General Board to do their work of selecting his replace-ment and for an orderly transition to take place.

Upon receipt of the resignation of the Executive Director, the Executive Committee should proceed as follows:

1. Inform the General Board of the vacancy.

2. Announce the vacancy to Missouri Free Will Baptists in whatever manner is deemed best.

3. Set a deadline for the receipt of resumes from prospective candidates for the post.

4. After the deadline, the moderator will review the resumes and convey them to the Executive Commit tee at a called meeting.

5. The Executive Committee will review the resumes following these guidelines.

a. Anyone selected must be from Missouri or have a strong tie to the state. b. He should have served a Missouri church as pastor. c. He should be a faithful supporter of the Cooperative and Show-Me Plans. d. He shouldhave an active interest in all our state ministries. e. He should have a good reputation with the people and pastors of the state. f. He should be apt to preach and teach and have proven leadership abilities. g. He should have skills that would serve him well as editor of the Gem. h. His wife should support his work.

6. The Executive Committee should make its selection based on these guidelines and the duties outlined in the State Handbook.

7. The Executive Committee must make this a matter of fervent prayer for God’s leadership in the selection process.

8. Once a candidate had been selected, he should be presented to the General Board for their approval as per our Bylaws (#20)

9. His salary package should be presented to the General Board for their approval.

10. The Moderator should inform the State Association of their choice by whatever means the general board deems most effective.

11. A transition period of not more than 30 days should be allowed for the new Executive Director to be come acquainted with offi ce procedure and policies.

These guideline are subject to the Executive Committee and may be amended at their discretion.

Statement from Executive Committee

The Executive Committee met on August 15, 2011 and adopted the following guidelines to serve in selecting a new Executive Director. (following page) All resumes should be sent to the Moderator by September 30, 2011. They may be sent by mail or email.

Send to: Rev. Ken Simpson 1811 Smizer Station Road, Fenton, Missouri 63026 Email: [email protected]


Our third Support Walk is taking place this October!

See your Associational Missions Coordinator ASAP for the details of the Support Walk in your area!

To join us for this time of prayer, fellowship and fund raising for our missionaries.

You can get a promotional DVD, organizational materials or contact information from our MO FWB Missions Director at 417 532-6537.

We need the young...

the young at heart...

and our energetic elderly!


The Commission for Theological Integrity has back issues of the journal Integrity (volumes 2 through 5) and would like to make these available to our pastors for $6 each (including postage).

If you would like to purchase any of these, please send a check payable to the Commission and indicate which volume(s) you want.

Mail your payment to: National Association of Free Will Baptists, P.O. Box 5002, Antioch, TN 37011-5002, Attn. Melody Hood.

Back Issues of Back Issues of IntegrityIntegrityAvailableAvailable

On Sunday July 3, 2011 the Victory FWB Church (Kansas City, MO) celebrated the successful completing of the LAMB Program by her Associate Pastor Rev. Jack Baldwin. Bro. Jack was presented a framed certifi cate by Pastor Kevin D. Williford. Sis. Joyce Zimmerman, the chairman of the church advisory board, also presented him with a card signed by the church members and a gift card to a local restaurant. He was honored for his dedication, diligence, and sacrifi ce exhibited not only in his faithful service to the congregation, but also in the completion of his program of studies.

Bro. Jack answered the call to preach in the mid nineties and was ordained by the Greater Kansas City District in 2001. He has served as the associate pastor at the Victory Church since 2008. Prior to coming to Victory he had served as the pastor of the New Beginnings church in Odessa, MO. Bro. Jack is also an electrician who works for General Motors at their Fairfax Plant in Kansas City, KS.

Bro. Jack stated that the LAMB Program was very benefi cial to him, helping him to mature and equipping him for all aspects of ministry.

Victory is proud of her Associate Pastor’s accomplishment and his thankful that God has sent Bro. Jack to serve with us.

Victory Honors Associate Victory Honors Associate PastorPastor

Rev. Kevin D. Williford, Joyce Zimmerman, Rev. Jack Baldwin, Sue Baldwin,

The LAMB Program was created by the CE Board to assist Ministers like Bro. Baldwin, who desire ministry training, but whose circumstances do not permit them to attend Bible College. For information about the program or to enroll in the program, please contact: Kevin D. Williford, LAMB Coordinator, 4041 NE Antioch RD, Kansas City, MO 64119, (816) 830-5605, [email protected].


Global fi nanc-es may be in a tailspin, but when more than 6,000 Free Will Baptists met in the second-largest banking city in the nation July 17-20, it was clear to everyone that the Great Com-mission has not been rescinded by a strug-gling economy!

Delegates to the 75th Free Will Baptist national con-vention in Charlotte, North Carolina, heard directors from each national agency sound the same note—belt-tightening fi scal responsibility, essential staff cuts, low-er budgets, and hold-the-line adjustments—whatever it takes to win souls, build churches, educate tomorrow’s leaders, and keep the gospel light shining into the dark places of the world.

Executive Secretary Keith Burden captured the spirit of the convention when he told delegates: “All of us are painfully aware of the obstacles we face due to a bad economy. In spite of the remarkable faithfulness of our supporters, dwindling resources force us to make diffi cult decisions. Nevertheless, we remain resolute in our commitment.” And when the 75th session closed Wednesday evening, attendees left with a deep sense of mission, holy purpose, and a “we can do this” at-titude.

The meeting marked the sixth time the National As-sociation of Free Will Baptists has convened in the Tar Heel State to conduct denominational business. The convention fi rst met in North Carolina in 1945 as World War II drew to a close. They did not meet in a plush, modern convention center but in the Free Will Baptist Orphanage at Middlesex. More recently, the city of Charlotte has welcomed the National Association three times (1979, 1995, and 2011). CelebrateFree Will Baptists gathered in Charlotte for more than business. They came together to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the National Association of Free Will

Free Will Baptists Celebrate 75 YearsFree Will Baptists Celebrate 75 Years

Baptists. Two important commemorative items pub-lished by the Executive Offi ce helped mark this impor-tant milestone.

Honoring Our Heritage, a video documentary, treated viewers to a 400-year tour through Free Will Baptist history, from English General Baptist roots in the 1600s to highlights and challenges of the 20th Century. A seg-ment of the documentary played before each evening service, drawing wide praise. Convention Sermons, a hardbound volume of more than a thousand pages, compiles 75 years of conven-tion messages. Executive Secretary Keith Burden pre-sented the fi rst copy to Sunday evening speaker, Dr. Robert E. Picirilli (pictured), honoring him for preaching at the national convention for the sixth time—more than anyone except L.C. Johnson, long-time president of Free Will Baptist Bible College.

Each day, The Convention News published a com-memorative edition styled after a historical Free Will Baptist publication. Each paper included a short vi-gnette about Free Will Baptist thought and history. WorshipIn light of the historic nature of this meeting, the Execu-tive Committee selected the theme “Honoring Our Her-itage” and challenged convention speakers to explore historic doctrines that set Free Will Baptists apart from other groups.

Music Coordinator Chris Truett created an exciting slate of worship services that included a North Carolina choir drawn from Bethel and Unity FWB Churches, a 100-voice convention choir, an orchestral ensemble,


Free Will Baptists Celebrate 75 Years and a vocal accompaniment. Congregational singing and unforgettable music characterized each service.

Rodney Holloman, North Carolina pastor and chair of the Bible department at Southeastern FWB College, taught Sunday School from 2 Peter 3:9, explaining the importance of “joining God where He is working.” He warned listeners not to permit snares such as nation-alism and racism to interfere with God’s mission of evangelizing all nations.

Greenwood, Arkansas, pastor Jim Walker delivered the Sunday morning message. His theme: Honoring Our Heritage. Walker focused on the importance of preserving God’s laws for future generations and em-phasized the importance of fi nding and being spiritual heroes.

Sunday evening belonged to Robert E. Picirilli (TN), author, theologian, and retired FWBBC staffer, who spoke on Free Will, defi ning it as one of the key ele-ments of Free Will Baptist doctrine but warning listen-ers that “independence from God is our destruction.”

A heartfelt moment occurred Monday evening when Chaplain (Major) Brad Hanna, son of speaker Billy Hanna, introduced his dad via video feed from Afghani-stan. Major Hanna deployed with the 45th Infantry Brigade of the Oklahoma Army National Guard in June. After a few emotional moments, Hanna (GA) delivered a powerful discourse on Free Grace. Stating that we can only appreciate grace when we understand the “mess we are in,” Hanna reminded listeners that man is helpless, yet through God’s grace, he is never hope-less.

On Tuesday, North Carolina pastor Jeff Jones tackled the subject Free Salvation using the parable of the great supper (Luke 14:15-24). He reminded listeners that all Christians, as God’s servants, should encour-age reluctant sinners to come, and God Himself extends salvation’s invitation to everyone—regardless of station in life, race, income, or education.

Executive Secretary Keith Burden wrapped up the week by prompting Free Will Baptists to return to strong biblical and theological teach-ing and preaching. He asserted, “God does not change; He does not lower His standards to meet our lifestyles.” Burden challenged the denomina-tion to reaffi rm its commitment to the inspiration and authority of Scripture; to “live soberly, right-eously, and godly, in this present world” (Titus 2:12), and to witness to all men, everywhere. ServeAt 9:00 a.m., Saturday, July 16, 258 participants from 10 states and 19 churches arrived in Char-lotte a day early and took to the streets distribut-

ing information about local churches. They visited 330 homes and contacted 280 individuals. Their efforts marked the sixth annual one-day evangelism and serv-ice campaign called Impact.

Nearly 2,000 volunteers have participated since the event began. “We look forward to Impact all year,” said Marcia McCarty. Her family has participated every year, and according to Marcia, they can no longer imagine a national convention without it. “We drove all night to get here and slept in the parking lot. But we didn’t miss it!” Monday to Wednesday, 489 Reach That Guy partici-pants from 47 churches donated 1,953 hours to 23 wor-thy organizations such as Second Harvest Food Bank, Samaritan’s Feet, and Crisis Assistance Ministries. On Wednesday, 92 people lined up to donate 93 units of blood during the annual American Red Cross Blood Drive Eighty-fi ve were fi rst-time donors.

Reach That Guy, a Free Will Baptist outreach program fueled largely by students, continues to grow. The pro-gram began in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1996. Serious BusinessWhen General Board members arrived in Room 207 of the Charlotte Convention Center on Monday, July 18, they found a 196-page Digest of Reports fi lled with data, proposals, and budgets waiting for them. Four hours and 20 minutes later, Moderator Tim York requested a mo-tion to adjourn.

What did the General Board do in less than fi ve hours? They heard every national director explain what his agency had accomplished the previous year, voted to recommend a 2012 denominational budget of just under $25 million, and recommended that the July 21-24, 2019, national convention meet in Cincinnati, Ohio. Convention BusinessThey also recommended changes in the Free Will Bap-tist Foundation charter and heard Clerk Randy Bryant read the names of members appointed to four national

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Sheila Crisp, LPN works part-time for Willow Health Care Inc. of Willow Springs, Missouri, and was excited to be the nurse for Teen Week I of the 2011 summer session of Camp Niangua. Hear-ing of the new nursing station under construc-tion, along with numerous other projects, Sheila believed there had to be a need for medical sup-plies. After praying and seeking God’s guidance, she approached her Administrator, Shirley Alter, and began telling her about Camp Niangua and its building projects, and how that she would be the nurse for Teen Week I.

Mrs. Alter just said “go get what you need and leave me a list”. Isn’t God Great! A basic list of medical supplies included normal saline, germicidal disposable wipes, paper and plastic tape, exam gloves, sterile gauze sponges, 2 stethoscopes, a blood pressure cuff, alcohol prep pads, tongue depressors, irrigation syringes, boxes of Kleenex, sterile bandage rolls, sterile non-adherent telfa pads, and one ounce paper and plastic cups for dispensing of medication.

We want to thank Shirley Alter, Administrator, on behalf of Willow Health Care, Inc of Willow Springs, Missouri. Willow Health Care is a 120 bed licensed skilled nurs-ing home which also includes a special care/Alzhe-imer’s unit. Willow Care offers 24 hour licensed nurs-ing care, physical, occupational, and speech therapy services, dietary services, a beauty shop, an activities department, laundry services and maintenance depart-ment.

Willow Care is celebrating its 30th year in operation. Willow Health Care Inc. is also the home of Willow West Apartments, West Wood Home Health Care, and West Wood Rural Health Clinic. Willow Health Care also has two sister facilities, Brooke Haven in West Plains and Mountain View Health Care.

Willow Care Makes Camp DonationWillow Care Makes Camp Donation

FWBBC Receives Recognition for Community Service NASHVILLE, TN—Free Will Baptist Bible College has been admitted to the 2010 President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll, according to Patrick A. Covington, chief executive offi cer for the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). The organization honors institutions of higher education for their support of volunteering, service-learning, and civic engagement.

CNCS names institutions to the Honor Roll for their impact on issues from literacy and revitalization to supporting at-risk youth. To be admitted to the Honor Roll, a school must demonstrate that its students, faculty, and staff are engaged in meaningful service that achieves measurable results in the community.

FWBBC students experience weekly Christian service assignments resulting in more than 7,000 of community service each year. They minister in a variety of areas, including jails, nursing homes, rescue missions, local church outreach, and also serve as tutors and conversation partners with foreign students from area colleges.


committees: Nominating Committee (7), Credentials Committee (5), Obituary Committee (5) and Resolution Committee (5). In other business, delegates…Approved a $24.7 million denominational budget for 2012. (See Convention at a Glance for more details.)

Discussed the proposed FWBBC name change 25 minutes Tuesday afternoon before sending it back to the Board of Trustees for an offi cial vote in 2012.Voted to take the July 21- 24, 2019, convention to Cincinnati, Ohio.

Learned that effective 2012, the Obituary Commit-tee report will include both the names and pictures of deceased ministers and board members.

Gave a Thumbs-Up to Randall House Publications for winning three prestigious awards during the 2011 Evangelical Press Association including Best Design, Best Youth Magazine, and Best Devotional Magazine. Randall House competed with 300 other Christian publishers for the awards.

Voted to disburse funds from The Together Way Plan to national agencies according to the following for-mula: underwrite the Executive Offi ce administrative budget above designated gifts, not to exceed 45% of cooperative gifts. Disburse the balance of cooperative gifts—FWBBC (23%), International Missions (23%), Home Missions (18%), Retirement & Insurance (14%), Master’s Men (14%), FWB Foundation (6%), Commis-sion for Theological Integrity (0.5%), Historical Com-mission (0.5%), Music Commission (0.5%), and Media Commission (0.5%).

Thanked the North Carolina State Association for host-ing the 2011 national convention.

Honored J.L. Gore for 27 years of service on the Gen-eral Board representing Mississippi, 17 of those years on the Executive Committee.

Heard Home Missions Director Larry Powell announce that Hispanic churches are winning 100 people to Christ every month and that Free Will Baptists are planting their fi rst church in a deaf community, the only denomination to launch such a program.

Agreed that two decisions by the Board of Retirement would provide long-term benefi ts for program partici-pants—authorizing Critical Illness Insurance and es-tablishing the Labor of Love Endowment Fund to help ministers prepare for retirement.

Smiled when the FWB Foundation announced a $2.2 million increase in assets, now topping $40 million, and listed six benefi ts of planned giving.

Praised the Media Commission for providing live streaming for 2011 convention worship services. Re-sponses from around the world expressed appreciation for harnessing technology to include Free Will Baptists globally in the annual gathering.

Welcomed the fi rst report from rookie WNAC Execu-tive Director Elizabeth Hodges who informed attendees that WNAC joined other national agencies in ONE Magazine in 2011. WNAC and Master’s Men now share offi ce space and staff in the National Offi ce Building, a decision that cuts expenses for both organi-zations.

Pushed proposed charter and by-law changes from the FWB Foundation to the 2012 convention.Congratulated Master’s Men for launching a new ministry, CMI (Count Me In) Conferences, an effort designed to focus on men’s issues and mentoring men. Master’s Men led multiple disaster relief efforts to Haiti, as well as other stateside disaster relief projects in Alabama, Tennessee, Missouri, and Arkansas.

Enjoyed shorter reports by national agencies—30 min-utes from boards and 15 minutes from commissions.Registered 6,064 attendees for three concurrent con-ventions (including 632 ordained ministers).Stood to honor retiring board members: Ron Barber (22 years, Board of Retirement), Milburn Wilson (12 years, Board of Retirement), Mike Mounts (12 years, Master’s Men).

Saluted James Forlines, former general director of International Missions for 13 years of visionary leader-ship.Stood Again to honor Alice Smith who retired after 36 years as a missionary to Ivory Coast, West Africa.Questioned International Missions Interim General Director Clint Morgan about zeroing out missionary ac-counts at the end of the calendar year.

Adjourned at 2:10 p.m. to meet in Memphis, Tennes-see, for the 2012 convention. Convention at a GlanceRegistrationNational Association - 3,836National Youth Conference - 4,026WNAC - 830Total* - 6,064*Actual count. Some attendees register for more than one convention.

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Pastor Ken Dotson reports that July started out with a bang at First Free Will Baptist in Monett, MO. On July 3rd, God blessed us with 8 baptized ( fi ve of which are pictured in this article)and 13 joining the church. Blessings fl owed as 155 rejoiced together over God’s great work. We are indeed thankful for the 19 baptized and 22 joining the church so far this year.

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Liberty Free Will Baptist Church had a great occasion to rejoice as Pastor Glenn Murry baptized Susan and Raylee French, mother and daughter.

The church family and visitors gathered at the Eleven Point River that Sunday afternoon, July 10, and sang as the two entered the water.

After the baptism, showing the world that they have ac-cepted Jesus Christ as their savior, they were greeted by hugs, handshakes and heartfelt congratulations.

Liberty BaptizesLiberty Baptizes


The Greater Ozarks District WAC met at Green Hills FWB Church in Lebanon on June 20th. The meeting began with fellowship and a salad supper. Special Music was provided by Virginia Boston. Guest speaker Dede Moore shared the purpose and goals of our youth camp at Niangua. Four hundred dollars was donated for capers scholarships.

Our district project was the Bible Institute in the Ivory Coast, with $723.35 given for the cause We pray that both places of learning will be blessed and students will gain new truths and grow spir-itually for the advance-ment of God’s kingdom.

Greater Ozarks District Greater Ozarks District WAC GivesWAC Gives

Travis Harrison has been an ordained Free Will Baptist minister for more than 30 years. He has been mostly a bi-vocational pastor, carpenter, contractor, builder, and business owner. He started a successful ministry to the Spanish speaking migrant workers in the Fellowship Free Will Baptist Church in Park Hills, MO. He presently serves on the Berea Ministries advisory board, the General Board for the state of Missouri, and the General Board and Missions Committee for the S1, Francois District Association of Free Will Baptists.

His background in business management and his desire to thoroughly study what the Bible teaches about money, stewardship, and fi nances has compelled him to write this book in order to help families, the church, and subsequently the spreading of the gospel in all the world.

Rev Harrison says, ”After seeing so many people struggling in these tough times, and knowing that there are solutions that could help them, I have felt compelled to write in a book what I have spent a life-time learning. This book is a compilation of Biblical princi-ples and personal experiences that will give help and hope to everyone, but especially to those that are facing tough fi nancial challenges.”

Travis’ new book is available at the Lebanon Bible and Bookstore or directly from him at (532)576-3568 or he may be reached at [email protected]. Proceeds from this book will help in the work of Berea Ministries in Mexico.

He is also available for seminars covering this book

Rev. Travis Harrison Releases New BookRev. Travis Harrison Releases New Book


For more information or to register, call the State office at 1-866-532-6537

Upcoming Seminars

October 8, 20119:30-12:30

Heaven and HellDr. Doug Earls

Trinity Church, Bridgeton

May 8, 20129:30-12:30

Genesis and the BeginningDr. Doug EarlsState Office

Baptisms at Ozark First

Ken KimballChelsi Briggs

Blair Marken

Darin Reed

Linzie Linnebur

Mandy Linnebur

Melissa Parsons

Just a few of several that Ozark First has baptized this summer


NASHVILLE, TN—Reverend Gary Fry, executive director for the Missouri State Association of Free Will Baptists since 2004, has been named vice president for church relations at Free Will Baptist Bible College, according to President Matt Pinson. Reverend Fry will complete his Missouri duties in January 2012 and begin his FWBBC responsibilities in February. President Pinson said, “We are delighted that Gary Fry has agreed to join the FWBBC leadership team. He brings a sterling reputation as a denominational leader and Christian gentleman. His commitment to the col-lege and his understanding of FWBBC’s mission is sec-ond to none. For 12 productive years, he served on the Board of Trustees, 10 years as chairman. He is exactly what we need as we reach out to churches, parents, and pastors with the urgent message of biblical higher education for Free Will Baptist young people.”

A Missouri native, Reverend Fry has coordinated the work of the Missouri State Association as editor of the GEM Magazine and executive director since 2004. He also served on the General Board and Executive Com-mittee for the National Association of Free Will Baptists. A gifted journalist and speaker, Fry writes editorials and articles, and is a frequent participant in leadership conferences. Converted at age nine and licensed to preach at 16, Reverend Fry was ordained at 17. He graduated from FWBBC in 1972 and pursued graduate studies at As-sembly of God Theological Seminary (Springfi eld) after returning to Missouri as a youth pastor. He later pas-tored fi ve years

in Florida (1976-1981) and served briefl y as editor of the state paper, The Co-Ordinator. His 23-year signa-ture pastorate at First Free Will Baptist Church in Moun-tain Grove (1981-2004) marked him as rising leader. During those fertile decades, he led his church to found

Mountain Grove Christian Acad-emy and KFFW, a Christian radio station. “I’m looking for-ward to this new challenge,” Fry said. “The college won my heart when I was a student and while serving on the Board of Trustees. I believe in the mission of Free Will Baptist Bible College. I believe that FWBBC is the answer to the educational needs of our denomination. I’m eager to meet with pastors regarding what FWBBC can do for their con-gregations, and how they can help the college build a stronger fi nancial base and increase enrollment.”

Gary and Cynthia (Allen) Fry met while enrolled at FWBBC. They married and had three children; their youngest daughter (Katy) is a sophomore at FWBBC. Their oldest daughter (Jessica) lives in Nashville and son (Thad) lives in Mountain Grove. Cynthia died in 2008. Gary was hospitalized for a time in 2010 with acute statin myopathy and Guillan-Barre Syndrome, but has fully responded to treatment.

“While he was on the Board of Trustees, Gary Fry’s name was associated with the college,” said David Williford, vice president for institutional advancement. “That well-known voice will be trusted by prospective students and parents as he explains what FWBBC offers the next generation of young leaders. He understands the business side of the campus op-eration. He has fi rst-hand experience as a former student and parent with a daughter enrolled. Gary’s responsibilities will place him in direct contact with Free Will Baptist pastors and churches as we create ministry partnerships and broaden the college’s sup-port base.”

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Beacon .............................. $642.23Belton ................................ $175.00Bethel- Festus ..................... $90.00Black Oak .......................... $180.00Brown, Angela ..................... $15.00Financial Report

Coop DisbursementsJune / July 11 .............. $120,267.34

19.00% St HM ............. $22,850.80 17.00% Exec. Offi ce .... $20,445.45 3.00% Gen. Fund ......... $3,608.02 8.50% Youth Camp ..... $10,222.72 2.50% Youth Min........... $3,006.68 2.50% CE ..................... $3,006.68 2.50% Sr Adult .............. $3,006.68 9.00% MO Ret ............ $10,824.08 3.00% ShoMe Plan ....... $3,608.02

33.00% ......................... $35,239.16 National MinistriesHillsdale .......................... $4,449.05 Total ............................ $120,267.34

Coop Receipts

Show Me Plan

State Home Missions

International Missions

Please note: The amounts listed are for two months, June-July

Alton ................................ $500.00 Amity ................................ $187.40 Aulsbury Chapel .............. $347.09 Bailey ............................... $298.00 Bailey Chapel .................. $314.00 Beacon ......................... $1,452.80 Belton .............................. $787.65 Bethel- El Dorado Springs $492.95 Bethel- Marshfi eld............ $743.24 Black Oak ..................... $1,099.16 Cabool 1st ....................... $566.13 Calvary Chapel ............. $1,823.38 Cape Girardeau ............ $1,174.00 Central ........................... $3,363.11 Christ Chapel ................ $1,263.00 Clifton ................................ $31.37 Copper Mines .................. $801.72 Cornerstone .................. $1,221.64 Crossroads- Wentzville . $1,482.00 Cuba ............................. $1,062.00 De Soto 1st ................... $3,450.00 Faith Chapel .................... $466.70 Faith- Fair Grove ............. $291.80 Farmington 1st.............. $4,188.71 Fellowship..................... $3,060.00 Fordland .......................... $902.37 Fredericktown 1st ............ $702.00 Freeman Chapel .............. $856.00 Generations .................. $1,753.24 Gospel Light .................... $400.00 Grace ............................ $3,259.44 Grant Avenue ................ $1,791.65 Hannon ......................... $1,510.00 Hartville......................... $2,910.00 Hazel Creek .................. $2,153.35 Hopewell .......................... $823.00 Houston 1st .................. $1,000.48 Hurryville ....................... $1,125.10 Jackson ........................... $367.32 Koshkonong..................... $701.00 Lead Hill........................... $401.90 Leadington .................... $1,041.00 Lebanon 1st .................. $2,205.17 Lebanon Greenhills ......... $797.62 Lifepoint ........................... $500.00

Macedonia- Niangua ....... $422.81 Marshfi eld ........................ $292.97 Merls Chapel ................... $297.67 Mill Creek ......................... $972.16 Mine La Motte .................. $159.00 Monett 1st ..................... $1,790.06 Mt. Pisgah..................... $1,260.00 Mtn. Grove 1st .............. $4,101.75 Myrtle ............................... $785.85 Neosho 1st ...................... $661.20 Nevada ............................ $680.50 New Hope ........................ $497.00 New Life- Licking .......... $1,406.52 Number One .................... $428.31 Oak Grove- Mtn Grove .... $540.85 Oak Hill ......................... $1,018.00 O’Fallon 1st .................. $2,991.42 Ozark 1st ...................... $4,551.00 Palabras De Vida Eterna ... $47.50 Park Hills 1st................. $1,392.78 Parkview ....................... $1,047.00 Pleasant Hill- Thayer ....... $263.41 Pleasant Ridge- Urbana .. $166.00 Potosi 1st ...................... $2,237.24 Rejoice.......................... $2,908.40 Republic........................ $1,164.58 Rock Chapel ................. $1,138.96 Rolla 1st........................... $533.00 Salem ................................ $60.00 Seymour ....................... $2,008.00 Smyrna ............................ $190.00 South Fremont ................. $500.00 Springfi eld..................... $3,136.26 Stockton........................... $319.10 Thayer .......................... $3,367.00 Trinity ............................ $1,810.30 Twin Oak....................... $2,015.55 Union ................................ $60.00 Union Grove ................. $1,133.00 Union Light ...................... $192.00 United ........................... $4,505.02 Unity ................................ $620.00 Verdella............................ $717.16 Viburnum ......................... $781.00 Victory- Alton ................ $1,373.80 Victory- KC ................... $1,834.61 Walnut Grove ..................... $83.74 Waynesville 1st .............. $1,211.09 West Plains 1st ............. $2,181.00 Wilderness ....................... $701.50 Willow Springs ................. $779.78 Wolf Creek .................... $1,263.00 Total ......................... $120,267.34

Beacon ............................. $158.00 Belton ............................... $336.00 Black Oak ......................... $180.00 Book Store ..................... $1,080.00 Brown, Angela .................... $30.00 Cabool 1st ........................ $210.00 Calvary Chapel ................. $210.00 Central .............................. $345.00 Chrisman, Mona ................. $90.00 Coon Creek ...................... $235.07 Copper Mines ................... $330.00

Cornerstone ...................... $742.00 Crossroads- Wentzville ..... $200.00 Cuba ................................. $275.00 De Soto 1st .................... $1,572.00 Eastern Gate ...................... $60.00 Farmington 1st.................. $945.00 Farmington1st Messengers $90.00 Fellowship...................... $1,446.15 Fordland ........................... $400.00 Fredericktown 1st ............. $360.00 Freeman Chapel ............ $1,440.00 Generations ...................... $606.61 Gentry, Elva Jo .................. $60.00 Gospel Light .................. $1,200.00 Grace ................................ $841.00 Grant Avenue .................... $478.32 Hannon .......................... $1,510.00 Happy Hill ........................... $60.00 Hartville............................. $330.00 Heritage Chapel................ $322.00 Hopewell ............................. $60.00 Houston 1st ...................... $475.23 Jackson .............................. $35.00 Leadington ........................ $460.00 Lebanon 1st ...................... $269.00 Lebanon Greenhills .......... $314.29 Macedonia- Purdy ......... $3,000.00 Maggart, Roxanne ............ $220.00 Merls Chapel ...................... $60.00 Mill Creek .......................... $280.00 Mine La Motte ................... $300.00 MO Cooperative Plan .... $2,059.94 MO Cooperative Plan .... $1,548.08 MO WAC ....................... $1,661.90 Monett 1st ........................... $30.00 Mt. Pisgah...................... $1,060.00 Mt. Zion Cuba ................... $160.00 Mt. Zion- Thayer ................. $60.00 Mtn. Grove 1st ............... $1,510.00 Myrtle ................................ $320.00 Neosho 1st ....................... $200.00 Nevada ............................. $680.50 New Beginning- Odessa ... $242.10 New Home- Hartville......... $420.00 New Hope ......................... $300.00 New Life- Licking .............. $188.40 New Life- Monett .............. $200.00 Number One ..................... $120.00 Oak Grove- Mtn Grove ....... $65.00 Oak Hill ............................... $88.00 O’Fallon 1st ................... $1,142.25 Olivet ................................ $115.00 Ozark 1st ............................ $68.00 Palabras DeVida Eterna ..... $15.00 Park Hills 1st....................... $35.00 Parkview ........................... $562.00 Parkway .............................. $60.00 Pleasant Grove- Anderson $270.00 Pleasant Hill- Thayer .......... $90.00 Pleasant Ridge- Urbana ... $140.00 Porter Chapel ................... $937.82 Purdy 1st .......................... $735.00 Rejoice.............................. $345.00 Richwoods 1st .................. $105.00 Rock Chapel ..................... $280.00 Rock Chapel ..................... $300.00 Rolla 1st.............................. $60.00

South Fremont .................... $30.00 Springfi eld 1st ................... $928.00 Stockton............................ $201.10 Thayer ........................... $1,580.00 Trinity ................................ $275.00 Union ................................. $45.00 Union Light ....................... $850.00 United ............................... $950.00 Unity ................................. $490.00 Verdella.......................... $2,660.54 Viburnum .......................... $110.00 Victory- KC ....................... $903.00 Walnut Grove ...................... $45.00 Waynesville 1st .............. $1,020.25 West Plains 1st ................. $172.00 Willow Springs .................. $256.19 Total ............................. $48,305.74

Bootheel ........................... $143.00 Macedonia- Purdy ............ $300.00 MO WAC ............................ $47.50 Olivet .................................. $25.00 Ozark 1st .......................... $120.00 Republic.............................. $50.00 Richwoods 1st .................... $41.20 Total ................................. $726.70

Calvary Chapel ................... $23.20 Central ................................ $40.00 Copper Mines ................... $200.00 Cuba ................................. $110.00 De Soto 1st ....................... $120.00 Farmington 1st.................... $74.00 Fellowship......................... $135.00 Fordland ........................... $200.00 Generations ........................ $57.50 Grace ................................ $130.00 Grant Avenue .................... $397.11 Hartville ......................... $1,558.00 Macedonia- Purdy ......... $1,500.00 Monett 1st ......................... $405.00 Mtn. Grove 1st .................. $291.65 Neosho 1st ......................... $60.00 Nevada ............................. $267.00 New Life- Monett ................ $10.00 Ozark 1st .......................... $588.00 Park Hills ............................ $20.00 Parkview ............................. $30.00 Purdy 1st .......................... $461.34 Rock Chapel ....................... $50.00 Rolla 1st............................ $316.00 South Fremont .................... $25.00 Springfi eld 1st ................... $500.00 Thayer ................................ $15.00 Trinity .................................. $60.00 Victory- KC ....................... $364.25 Waynesville 1st ................. $185.00 Total .............................. $8,193.05


National Home Missions

Designated

Available Available ChurchesChurches

Beacon ............................... $30.00 Belton ............................... $273.32 Bethel- Festus .................... $65.50 Copper Mines ................... $100.00 Cuba ................................. $165.00 De Soto 1st ....................... $652.00 DeSoto 1st ........................ $310.00 Farmington 1st............... $1,540.00 Fellowship......................... $280.56 Fredericktown 1st ............. $100.00 Grace ................................ $616.00 Grant Avenue .................... $410.00 Hartville............................... $40.00 Hazel Creek ...................... $210.25 Houston 1st ........................ $40.00 Hurryville ........................... $200.00 Jackson ............................ $100.00 Lebanon 1st ...................... $400.00 Merl Chapel ........................ $50.00 Mtn. Grove 1st .................. $240.00 New Life- Monett ................ $50.00 New Testament ................... $40.00 Oak Hill ............................... $60.00 O’Fallon 1st ...................... $575.00 Ozark 1st .......................... $240.00 Park Hills 1st....................... $20.00 Parkview ............................. $60.00 Rader, Jerry ........................ $20.00 Richwoods 1st .................... $71.80 Rock Chapel ..................... $307.39 Rolla 1st............................ $336.00 South Fremont .................... $15.00 Thayer .............................. $256.00 Trinity ................................ $140.00 United ............................... $420.00 Waynesville 1st ................. $473.11 West Plains 1st ................. $470.00 Willow Springs .................... $50.00 Total .............................. $9,426.93

Berea Ministries Jackson ............................. $30.00 TOTAL ................................ $30.00 Trula Cronk Home for Children Hannon ............................. $100.00 Hartville............................... $50.00 Mountain Grove 1st ............ $20.00 New Life- Monett .............. $143.75 De Soto 1st ......................... $80.00 Myrtle .................................. $25.00 Unity ................................. $100.00 Belton ................................. $25.00 Union Light ......................... $50.00 Grace .................................. $37.00 De Soto 1st ......................... $80.00 Hartville............................... $50.00 Mountain Grove 1st ............ $20.00 Myrtle .................................. $25.00 Belton ................................. $20.00 Unity ................................. $100.00 Grace .................................. $38.00 TOTAL .............................. $963.75

FWBBC

Mountain Grove 1st $165.00 De Soto 1st ......................... $40.00 Thayer ................................ $75.00 Fellowship........................... $10.00 Olivet .................................. $25.00 Grant Avenue ........................ $2.50 De Soto 1st ......................... $40.00 Fellowship........................... $10.00 Mountain Grove 1st .......... $165.00 Thayer ................................ $75.00 Grant Avenue ........................ $2.50 TOTAL .............................. $610.00 Haiti Relief Fund Belton ................................. $10.00 TOTAL ................................ $10.00 Getsemani Children’s Home Marshfi eld ........................... $50.00 TOTAL ................................ $50.00 Harvest FWB Native American Mission Marshfi eld ........................... $50.00 TOTAL ................................ $50.00 Hillsdale Farmington 1st.................. $100.00 Mountain Grove 1st .......... $170.00 Thayer ................................ $75.00 Generations ...................... $193.14 West Plains 1st ................. $291.00 Grant Avenue ........................ $2.50 Mountain Grove 1st .......... $170.00 Farmington 1st.................. $125.00 Thayer ................................ $75.00 Fordland ............................. $40.00 Grant Avenue ........................ $2.50 Generations ...................... $176.00 TOTAL ........................... $1,420.14

Free Will Baptist Founda-tion Book Store ........................ $400.00 TOTAL .............................. $400.00 Joplin Relief Fund Angel Wings ...................... $20.00 Allen Dowden .................. $200.00 Mary Eichelberger ........... $100.00 Faith & Hope- Aurora ....... $100.00 South Fremont ................. $575.00 Belton ................................ $10.00 Happy Hill ........................ $500.00 Debbie Porter .................... $25.00 Rejoice............................... $20.00 Black Oak ..................... $5,000.00 Jeffery Long ..................... $500.00 Master’s Men ................ $5,000.00 Mississippi State FWB .. $5,000.00 Mountain Grove 1st ......... $459.78 Mountain Grove 1st ...... $1,340.22 Heritage ............................. $87.61 Russellville 1st ................. $620.00 Mountain Grove 1st $144.31

Cabool 1st ........................ $251.25 Faith Church Oakland, TN $160.00 United ............................ $3,943.14 Hartville............................. $149.20 One Accord .................... $2,000.00 Grace ............................. $1,588.00 Grant Avenue .................... $500.00 Mill Creek .......................... $520.00 TOTAL ......................... $28,813.51 MO FWB Christian Ed Bd Book Store ........................ $280.00 TOTAL .............................. $280.00 MO FWB Senior Adult Board Book Store ........................ $280.00 TOTAL .............................. $280.00 MO FWB Youth Min Bd Book Store ........................ $280.00 TOTAL .............................. $280.00 Victor Torrez United- Youth Group ......... $200.00 TOTAL .............................. $200.00 Paul Park Fordland ............................. $10.00 TOTAL ................................ $10.00 Mile High Ministries Verdella.......................... $1,134.91 TOTAL ........................... $1,134.91 Word Made Flesh Verdella............................. $851.12 TOTAL .............................. $851.12 Youth Camp Hartville............................... $10.00 Book Store ........................ $540.00 Mountain Grove 1st ............ $50.00 New Life- Monett .............. $143.75 Rock Chapel ....................... $25.50 Willow Springs .................... $50.00 De Soto 1st ......................... $55.00 United ................................. $25.00 Ozark 1st ............................ $10.00 Thayer ................................ $75.00 West Plains 1st ................... $25.00 Mt. Pisgah........................... $15.00 Nevada ............................. $100.00 Lebanon Greenhills WAC . $400.00 Trinity .................................. $15.00 De Soto 1st ......................... $55.00 Hartville............................... $10.00 Mountain Grove 1st ............ $50.00 Book Store ........................ $540.00 Rock Chapel ....................... $15.75 Rolla 1st.............................. $20.00 Thayer ................................ $75.00 Union .................................. $30.00 Willow Springs .................... $50.00 United .................................$25.00 Mt. Pisgah.......................... $15.00 Ozark 1st ........................... $10.00

West Plains 1st ................... $25.00 Trinity .................................. $15.00 TOTAL ........................... $2,475.00 Youth Camp Develpment Hartville............................... $20.00 Rolla 1st.............................. $20.00 Myrtle .................................. $38.00 United ................................. $75.00 Generations ........................ $96.56 Hannon ............................. $100.00 Hartville............................... $20.00 Myrtle .................................. $35.00 United ................................. $75.00 Houston 1st ........................ $40.00 Houston 1st ........................ $40.00 Generations ........................ $88.00 TOTAL .............................. $647.56

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