NORTHWEST BAPTIST ASSOCIATION 2025 CALENDAR DATES
(*NWBA – Northwest Baptist Association)
(*ABSC – Arkansas Baptist State Convention)
(*First Thursday Fellowships will be at the ABSC NWA Ministry Center unless otherwise noted. The building is located at 2427 S. 26th Street, Rogers)
(If you have any questions about these events, please feel free to contact me on cell # 479-366-2263. Scott Hobbs, Director of Northwest Baptist Association.)
March 6 – First Thursday Fellowship at the NWA Ministry Center.
March 8 – Cornerstone Baptist Church – Native American Missions/Evangelism Conference.
Location: 24550 Floyd Moore Road, Gentry, AR. Phone 479-736-5400
12:00 pm Meal – Indian Tacos
1:00 pm -Worship
*2024 Review
*2025 Projects
*Message
*Prayer
March 8 – Lead Defend at Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Lead Defend 2025
March 8, 2025 at 9:00 am
Lead Defend is an apologetics conference that equips the next generation to defend their faith. Students experience powerful worship, engaging messages, and practical breakout sessions. Lead Defend will take place at Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. Tickets are $45. Lunch is provided and included in the cost of registration. Online registrations will be accepted through March 5th at noon. However, walk ups will be accepted on the day of the conference.
Refunds are not available, but any student can replace another student at either Lead Defend or Foundations. NOTE: If switching venues (i.e. swapping a Lead Defend for Foundations or vice versa, the group leader needs to let Julianna Scoggins know at ).
While this conference is specifically geared for high school and college students, Lead Defend Foundations is simultaneously held for those in 6th-9th grade. Learn more about Lead Defend Foundations here.
For more information go to absc.org/events/lead-defend-2025/
March 10 – First Baptist Church in Gentry, M Night Youth Rally at 6:30 pm. 221 West Main Street, Gentry, AR.
For more information contact Jed Harris 479-650-0586 or Austin Milsap 479-233-1418
March 13 – Lunch Forum for Pastors (Subject: Cross Theological Seminary)
March 15 – First Baptist Church, Rogers, AR – Equip America Evangelism Training, 626 West Olive Street, Rogers.
March 17 -Siloam/Gentry Area Pastor’s Fellowship
March 18 – Senior Adult Rally at Sonora Baptist Church, 17330 East Highway 412, Springdale, AR
March 18 – Explore your Call at Cross Church, 2801 West McMillan Drive, Fayetteville, AR
March 19 – Mosaic Church, 17410 Kincheloe road, Siloam Springs – Seder Meal Teaching Event.
April 3 – First Thursday Fellowship at the NWA Ministry Center
April 5 – “Act Like Men Conference” at First Baptist Church in Lowell, 409 Johnson Ave, Lowell.
Time: 8:00 am – Noon
April 10 – “The Summit” at Cross Church, 2448 Pinnacle Hills Pkwy, Rogers.
April 10 – VBS Training
VBS Training 2025 – Fayetteville
April 10, 2025 at 6:00 pm
Vacation Bible School (VBS) has a huge impact on churches, children, and families. The Evangelism + Church Health Team is here to help support, encourage, and equip your church and association in its VBS ministry. From volunteer strategy to creating lasting experiences, and resources to general helps in organizing and sharing the Gospel with children, we are available to help.
Our VBS trainings are an incredible opportunity to hear from experienced kids ministry leaders and receive valuable resources for your church. If you have questions about the event, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Morgan Fulcher by email or at 501-376-4791 ext. 5121.
We can’t wait to partner with you for this year’s VBS! Click here to register today!
Event Details
Location: Cross Church, Fayetteville | 2801 W McMillan Dr, Fayetteville, AR 72701
Date: April 10, 2025
Time: 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Cost: $5 per person
Breakout Sessions
During your VBS training, you will have the opportunity to choose to attend some of the breakouts below!
- The Art of Belonging and Behaving | Building a Foundation of Trust at VBS
- Storytelling—Communicating Gods Story Effectively
- Team Orientated Approach to VBS Volunteers
- How to Lead a Child to Christ
- VBS Outside the Box
- Making VBS a Discipleship Experience
April 11-12 – Rise 7 Men’s Leadership Retreat in Boxley Valley.
April 12-14 – Kids Spring Retreat at Camp Siloam. You can go to Camp Siloam’s website for all the details.
April 15 – NWBA Admin Team Meeting.
April 17 – Pastor Mentoring Forum (Evening)
April 22 – Youth Forum at Lakeview Baptist Church, 1351 E. Lowell Ave, Cave Springs.
April 27-28 – Global Outreach Conference at Immanuel Baptist Church, 2555 26th St, Rogers.
May 1 – First Thursday Fellowship at NWA Ministry Center.
May 5 – Men’s Leadership Encouragement Event.
May 8 – Siloam/Gentry Area Pastor’s Fellowship.
May 15 – Revitalizing your Church Event (Evening Time).
May16-17 – A Call to Adventure at First Baptist Church, 3364 W. Pleasant Grove Rd., Rogers
Are you ready to embrace the unexpected journey of sharing your faith in everyday life?
Join us for A Call to Adventure, an inspiring apologetics conference designed to help you take bold spiritual steps and discover how genuine relationships can spark a ripple effect of faith and transformation. This isn’t just about knowing the answers—it’s about letting God work through you to make a lasting impact on those around you.
Be encouraged, equipped, and empowered to live out your faith with confidence and compassion. Take the next step in your faith adventure today!
May 20 – Burgers for Lunch at Hobbs House.
SUMMER
June 8-11 – Southern Baptist Convention, Dallas, Texas.
July 1 – Admin Team Meeting.
July 3 – First Thursday Fellowship.
July 4 – “Let Freedom Ring” at First Baptist Church in Highfill. 11912 S. Main St., Highfill.
July 11 – Siloam/Gentry Area Pastor’s Fellowship.
July 15 – Summer Executive Board Meeting.
July 25 – NWBA Ministers and Wives Cookout at Hobbs house.
Aug. 7 – First Thursday Fellowship.
Aug. 19 – Admin Team Meeting.
Aug. 23 – Area 59 Student Leadership Training Event.
FALL/WINTER
Sept. 4 – First Thursday Fellowship at NWA Ministry Center.
Sept. 6 – Disaster Relief Training at First Baptist Church, 626 W. Olive St, Rogers.
Sept. 11 – Pastor Mentoring Forum.
Sept. 15 – Called to Lead at Cross Church. Church Leadership Conference.
Sept. 16 – Siloam/Gentry Pastor’s Fellowship.
Sept. 19-21 – Replicate Retreat at Camp Siloam. (6th-12th grade)
Sept. 22 – Men’s Leadership Encouragement Event.
Oct. 2 – First Thursday Fellowship NWA Ministry Center.
Oct. 2 – Revitalizing your Church Event (Morning).
Oct. 7 – NWBA Admin Team Meeting.
Oct. 13 – NWBA Annual Meeting.
Oct. 20-22 – Arkansas Baptist State Convention at FBC Russellville.
Nov. 6 – First Thursday Fellowship NWA Ministry Center.
Nov. 11 – NWBA Admin Team Meeting.
Nov. 17 – Siloam/Gentry Area Pastor’s Fellowship at noon.
Dec. 7 – NWBA Christmas Party at Hobbs house.