The Canadian Baptist journey in mission over 150 years is a testament of partnership and mutual support. Since 1874, Canadian Baptists have worked together in God’s mission to bring the Good News of Jesus Christ to a broken world. In response to His love and grace, we have sought to be a faithful presence and witness to hope and healing through word and deed.
We invite you to journey with us as we embark on the next 150 years. Here, we’ll examine each month’s inspired words with insights that will take you further into our shared Baptist identity. Through podcasts, articles, resources, and more, we’ll dive deep into what has shaped us in our mission as Canadian Baptists.
These reflections from 14 thought-leaders around the world, who have accompanied us along the journey, can be incorporated into devotions, church services, or prayer and discussions. You can share your own thoughts using our interactive tools as we Reflect Light on our past and explore all the possibilities of our future as Christ leads us.
CBM’s commitment to theological depth, moral vision, and thoughtfulness is a defining characteristic of our organization. We strive to captivate and inspire people as we incorporate this into everything we do. We seek to provide a theologically rich foundation for our efforts, particularly as we tackle issues and challenges of our modern society. As we continue on this path, we cherish the key themes that define our organization and strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
Milestones in Mission
Travel through the history of our collective Canadian Baptist story.
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We would love to hear your thoughts and experiences as we celebrate 150 years together. You can contribute to the dialogue by using #caba150 on social media as well as follow along our historic journey here at CABA150.ca for more resources, events, and speakers.
Our partners in Nagaland, India have joined the chorus of our special #CABA150 song, Be the Church, Sent Out!
Our partners at Western Sumi Baptist Church Associations in India share their greetings and well wishes for our 150th anniversary!
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What does it mean to persevere? In the biblical context, the concept of perseverance is closely linked to the life of the Church and that of individual Christians facing all kinds of trials in their lives, as they witness to the coming of the Kingdom of God.
This month, Rev. Dr. Kakule Molo, Honourary President of CBCA (DR Congo), encourages us to look to God as our source of strength through adversity, suffering, and uncertainty.
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General Secretary and CEO of the baptistworld Rev. Elijah Brown wishes CBM a happy 150th anniversary!
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CBM’s partners at the Baptist Church of Mizoram have joined the chorus of our special #CABA150 song, Be the Church, Sent Out!
“When the Kingdom of God is present empowerment is for everybody.”
This month on the #CABA150 blog, Rev. Dr. Anna Robbins shares stories of empowerment. She encourages us to continue challenging unjust systems, uplift marginalized voices, and live into the power God has given us.
Read or listen at the link 🔗 in our bio.
Our partners at THIMAR in Lebanon have joined the chorus of our special #CABA150 song, Be the Church, Sent Out!
Empowerment is more than a buzzword—it’s about changing lives through the power of the Holy Spirit. From Jesus’ disciples to the inspiring work of William and Pearleen Oliver in Nova Scotia, true empowerment transforms individuals and communities. 🫶
This month, Rev. Dr. Anna Robbins encourages us to continue challenging unjust systems, uplift marginalized voices, and live into the power God has given us.
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Our partners at FEBAC in South Sudan share their greetings and well wishes for our 150th anniversary!
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Streams of Wisdom: CBM Alumni in their own words
The Taylors reflect on their ministry and share some of their wisdom from serving with CBM!
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First Cor 3:9 reads, “For we are God’s coworkers, working together; you are God’s field, God’s building.”
Partnership is a topic of widespread interest across various aspects of life today. Within the context of Christianity, partnership finds its roots in the Greek noun, koinonia, often translated as “fellowship” but it also encompasses meanings of “participation” or “partnership.” In Phil 1:5 (NRSV), Paul expresses gratitude to the congregation for their “partnership in the gospel” and in Phil 1:7 recognizes them as “partners in God’s grace.”
In contemporary Christian ministry, partnership typically involves a combination of local or denominational churches, church-based organizations, and NGOs connected to local churches. These partnerships aim to advance shared ministerial interests, goals, and priorities while building the Kingdom of God. Each partner plays distinct roles and functions, as beautifully articulated by Mother Teresa:
“You can do what I cannot do. I can do what you cannot do. Together we can do great things.”
Keep reading at the CABA150 blog (🔗 in bio)
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Our partners at the Soura Baptist Church share their greetings and well wishes for our 150th anniversary!
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In today’s Christian ministry landscape, partnership continues to be a “call” to offer hope to those engulfed in chaos, violence, injustice, and suffering.
Meaningful partnerships occur when churches actively engage with these realities, rather than seek minimal participation with spotlight type rewards.
It is easy to fall into superficial associations that are convenient and easy to access. These are often with entities that already have strong networks, resources, prominence, and existing capacity.
True partnership is essential to people living in unsafe areas, difficult terrains, unhygienic conditions, and with limited resources, communication, and healthcare access.
We must recall that Jesus was born into similar realities and uncertainties to dwell among the broken, transforming their lives.
Read more at the CABA150 blog (🔗 in bio)
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Our partners in Togo have joined the chorus of our special #CABA150 song, Be the Church, Sent Out!
We had a fantastic time hosting a special #CABA150 lunch at Oasis this past weekend!
Chris Johnston, Regional Rep for Atlantic Canada shares: "Oasis was a great time to connect with partners from all over Atlantic Canada as we gathered to hear what God has been doing in our region. As Canadian Baptists celebrate 150 years together in mission, It was such an encouragement to be reminded of the breadth of God’s people who unite around a common mission—to make His name known, in both Atlantic Canada and around the world!"
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This month, we’re celebrating 150 years by examining what it means to be BUILDERS 🔨
Dr. Gordon L. Heath reflects on what it means to be builders by weaving together the story of Nehemiah rebuilding the wall in Jerusalem with ArogyaVaram Eye Hospital in India.
Read or listen to the blog at the link in our bio 🔗📲
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Our partners at the African Christian Church & Schools (ACC&S) share their greetings and well wishes for our 150th anniversary!
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Why does it seem that the poor are important to God? If God’s mission is to save humanity by forgiving their sin and rebellion through Jesus Christ, why is there so much in the Bible about compassion and care of the poor, the broken, and those who live in the margins of society?
Are they just ethical teachings and commands that should define society whenever possible, or is compassion fundamental to the Christian faith? Why is God so concerned about a broken world?
Read more at the CABA150 blog (🔗 in bio)
Bryan Rivas, Vice President of ABES in El Salvador sends her greetings and well wishes for CBM`s 150th Anniversary!
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Fabiola Ramirez, Head of Church and Community Programs for ENLACE sends her greetings and well wishes for CBM`s 150th Anniversary!
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Oscar Martinez, Pastor at First Church Sinai Baptist in El Salvador sends his greetings and well wishes for CBM`s 150th Anniversary!
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"Over the decades, my understanding of joy has shifted, expanded and taken on deeper layers of meaning. I now see more clearly the paradox of joy – that joy does not mean the absence of sorrow, but a commingling of both."
In this month`s #CABA150 blog, Janet Clark reflects on her time with CBM in Indonesia, and how she developed a fuller understanding of living with joy.
CBM Global Conference 2024 - "Stewardship"
Our final morning together focused on our common calling to stewardship. Not simply stewardship of our resources and gifts, but also the consideration of managing responsibly, sustainability, accountability, and action. We took time to discuss those aspects together as they relate to many areas of our work.
As our time came to a close, we reflected on our week together, shared our takeaways, and then closed the conference in the same way we began - with communion. In the singing of hymns and reading of scripture in multiple languages, it was a powerful reminder of how we, as part of the global church, serve alongside one another in all our differences for the common goal of God`s mission in this world.
This conference has been an invaluable time of fellowship, learning, discussion, worship, reflection, and dreaming. Thank you for covering us all in prayer this week.
With deep appreciation,
CBM Staff
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CBM Global Conference 2024 - "Caring for Others"
For day three, we spent time learning and discussing how to care for others in all aspects of our work. "As the people of God, we are the primary means by which He is at work in the world today. As we care for others and allow others to care for us, we join Him in His Kingdom building work." - Adrian Gardner (Director of Partnerships, Americas and Asia)
In the morning we looked at the story of Ruth, the Moabite, as "the other" who was both blessed by, and a blessing to, the people of God; we heard from Dr. Jonathan Kavusa, President of our partner CBCA in DR Congo; and we spent time learning how to care for others through our storytelling. In the afternoon we listened to the experiences of field staff as they care for others in their contexts, and shared our takeaways from the day within our regional teams.
Our collective prayer is that God will continue to show us how to care well for people in all contexts.
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CBM Global Conference 2024 - "Christ and His Mission"
Our first full day together focused on the theme of our common calling to Christ and His mission. We set the tone for our time together with worship and communion. As the day progressed, we identified individual and collective goals for the week, reflected on where we`ve been and looked ahead to where God is leading, heard from some of our field staff in a panel discussion, and spent time in conversation around of key causes.
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