In 2024, N.C Baptists have seen God do more than we could have imagined. From record-high summer camp attendance to serving the hurting in Jesus’ name following Hurricane Helene, the Lord has been glorified through our ‘on mission together’ spirit. Listen as Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker answers questions featuring some 2024 highlights…

After Hurricane Helene struck western North Carolina, N.C. Baptists have been working day and night to bring relief and hope to those who are hurting. In this episode, hear more about how churches and Baptists on Mission volunteers are partnering with the community to respond and rebuild. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists Podcast, listen to a pa…

How does church growth connect to the command to go and make disciples? Hear the answer from N.C. Baptist Pastors’ Conference President Andrew Hopper as he shares a preview of this year’s gathering. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists Podcast, Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker joins Andrew Hopper, pastor of Mercy Hill Church in Greensboro…

For 20 years, Dr. Danny Akin has faithfully served as president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. In this special episode, Dr. Akin joins EDT Todd Unzicker to share updates about the seminary’s Hurricane Helene response and give a sneak peek of this year’s annual meeting convention sermon. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists Podcast, D…

What role does the associate pastor play in our churches? How important is it for the lead pastor to have a supporter? Listen to the second half of this two-part discussion on the N.C. Baptists Podcast. In this episode, continue hearing from Dennis Conner, Chris Autry, Andrew Barclift and Luke Lunceford as they discuss the importance of the associa…

The role of associate pastor can often be neglected or misunderstood. In this episode, hear directly from a pastor and his associate about the essential role this position plays in the life of the church. In this episode, Mission Catalyst Dennis Conner and Chris Autry, pastor of Temple Baptist Church in Fayetteville, join two other pastors — Associ…

God has called everyone in the church to live on mission for Him. But sometimes, this call to live on mission can feel overwhelming. On this week’s episode, hear from NAMB’s Women’s Evangelism Director Catherine Renfro as she shares encouragement and advice as we step in faith to share the gospel with those around us. In this episode of the N.C. Ba…

Listen in to a conversation between Todd Unzicker, Executive Director-Treasurer for N.C. Baptists, and former Executive Director Treasurer Milton Hollifield as they share ministry updates and celebrate how God is moving across the state and beyond. During a recent N.C. Baptist “Staff Day,” former EDT Milton Hollifield addressed staff for the first …

In early August, communities across North Carolina were met with open arms by nearly 1,200 N.C. Baptist churches through an “on mission together” initiative known as “ServeNC.” But now that the weeklong emphasis has wrapped up, what’s next for churches? On this week’s episode of the N.C. Baptist podcast, three N.C. Baptist team members — Antoine La…

What does a supporting church and a sending church look like? SendNC stands ready to help churches plant churches — everywhere for everyone. Listen to how your church can support and send church planters across North Carolina. In this episode, SendNC Director Mike Pittman and SendNC Church Planting Strategist Paul Ortiz sit down with Pastor Robert …

God is on the move across our state, and He is using the next generation of Be.Do.Tell staffers to train the next generation of North Carolina students. Learn more about how God is working this summer through our summer youth camps in this week’s podcast episode. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists’ Podcast, Daniel Rose, a student ministry strateg…

Recent studies show that 9 out of every 10 churches need some form of revitalization. In the latest episode of the N.C. Baptists’ Podcast, hear from a panel of guest speakers about how they’ve seen revitalization bring life back into churches. In this episode, hear from a panel of ministry leaders featured at the recent Reconstruct Conference as th…

10 years after its release, Kenny Lamm’s article “9 reasons people aren’t singing in worship” continues to resonate with many today. Tune in to hear more about the reasons behind this article and why so many churches still struggle to encourage their members to participate in worship. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists’ Podcast, Church Health & R…

Every church desires to be a safe space for children and adults alike. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists Podcast, hear from two members of the Abuse Reform Implementation Task Force of the Southern Baptist Convention as they share how their new curriculum will help churches across the country protect the vulnerable and give them the tools they n…

Next week, N.C. Baptists will be gathering with partners from across the country to celebrate being on mission together as one team. In this episode, Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker highlights how we “play ball” together as we put the mission of the gospel first. What does it look like for N.C. Baptists to play ball as one team? Here are…

ServeNC is a special opportunity for N.C. Baptists to be the “light of the world” and the “salt of the earth” as we go to meet tangible needs in our communities. In this week’s episode, N.C. Baptist staff members share 4 things that could happen to you when you start to volunteer for ServeNC. Going out and doing any kind of service project is never…

What does it take to bring struggling churches back to health? In this episode of the N.C. Baptists Podcast, hear from revitalization ministry leaders about the ways churches can be on mission together to see dying churches transform and flourish. In this episode, Terry Long, N.C. Baptist church health and revitalization coordinator, sits down with…

Every church planter needs to be encouraged, inspired and equipped to do the work of ministry. In this special preview of the 2024 SendNC gathering, hear from one of the keynote speakers as he shares his vision for church planters and church planting churches across North Carolina and beyond. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists podcast, SendNC Dir…

From the 1984 tornadoes in Red Springs, the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, and the devastating Hurricane Florence in 2018, N.C. Baptists have provided relief and hope. Listen to this week’s episode as Chad Austin and Richard Brunson look back on what God has done the last 40 years of the disaster response ministry. In this episode of the N.C.…

What does it look like when God calls women to lead in ministry? In this panel discussion, hear from N.C. Baptist women as they share their experiences and advice to those pursuing a calling from God to lead, serve and love within their churches and communities. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists podcast, listen in with Ashley Reffit as five N.C.…

There are two things Hall of Fame coach Mark Richt knows well — college football and the gospel of Jesus. Listen to this week’s episode below as Richt shares his heart for discipleship through sports and the importance of living on mission. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists podcast, Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker sits down with Mark …

Many churches search across the state and beyond for their next ministry leader. But what happens when a church finds that their next ministry leader is a young disciple in the pew? In this episode of the N.C. Baptists podcast, Student Ministries Strategist Daniel Rose sits down with Andrew Patrick, associate pastor of Olivet Baptist Church in Cata…

This year’s Disciple-Making Conference, coming up Feb. 27 at Hickory Grove Baptist Church in Charlotte, will be a key opportunity for you to learn how to grow as a missional disciple of Jesus Christ. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists Podcast, SendNC Church Planting Strategist Antoine Lassiter sits down with Brian Upshaw, director of the Ministry…

Anyone considering church planting needs to recognize the joys and challenges that come with this Great Commission task. Listen in as SendNC church planters discuss what it takes to plant a church and reach the lost. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists podcasts, Church Planting Strategist Antoine Lassiter sits down with church planters Ramone Bell…

How should we steward the financial resources God has provided for us? In this podcast episode, learn more from President Harry Nelson about ways that we can be faithful with our financial resources and redemptively invest for the sake of God’s kingdom. This episode of the N.C. Baptists’ Podcast features Seth Brown, director of the Convention Relat…

N.C. Baptists are on mission together to advocate for the vulnerable and make abortion unthinkable. One of the key ways churches show care for all stages of life is through supporting Pregnancy Resource Centers across North Carolina. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists’ Podcast, Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker sits down with Allison Her…

What a year! From witnessing nearly 1,600 profess their faith on Fill the Tank Sunday to the highest attendance at annual meeting in nine years, we’ve seen God use N.C. Baptists throughout 2023 as a movement of churches on mission together. In this episode, Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker gives a quick overview of some highlights of 2023…

Every year, Baptists across the nation celebrate the timeless legacy of Lottie Moon by giving to the annual Lottie Moon Christmas Offering. But how many of us actually know Lottie’s story? In this episode, Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker sits down with Amy Whitfield, executive director of communications at The Summit Church in Raleigh-Du…

In August 2024, churches across North Carolina will join together to reach local community needs through ServeNC. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists’ Podcast, hear from newly elected N.C. Baptist officers as they share their excitement, vision and plans for this time of serving on mission together. In this episode, Baptists on Mission EDT Richard…

N.C. Baptists are on mission together to reach the nations. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists podcast, hear from two N.C. Baptist missionaries who are accepting that call and taking the gospel to the ends of the earth. Join us as we hear from Brandon and Danielle Pirtle, two of many N.C. Baptist missionaries who were celebrated at this year’s an…

The church suffers when its pastor feels burnt out, exhausted or spiritually empty. Providing a sabbatical is a key way to ensure that pastors flourish for the long run of ministry. In this episode, Pastoral Ministry Strategist Sandy Marks sits down with Chris Turner, senior pastor of Neill’s Creek Baptist Church in Angier, and Gary Mayes, former e…

It can be easy to forget the special role the pastor’s family plays in the life of the church. On this week’s episode, join N.C. Baptists as we look at the unique blessings and challenges of life and ministry for the pastor’s family. In this episode, N.C. Baptist Women’s Discipleship consultant Ashley Reffit joins three pastors’ wives — Kimberly Me…

A church’s health is directly tied to its pastor’s health. If pastors want to see their churches flourish, they need to set themselves up for long-term success and care for their own health. In this episode, Church Health and Revitalization Strategist Terry Long sits down with Sandy Marks, N.C. Baptist church revitalization and pastoral ministry st…

What’s more important: sending capacity or seating capacity? What if too many of our churches have emphasized one to the neglect of the other? In this episode, Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker sits down with Andrew Hopper, pastor of Mercy Hill Church in Greensboro, to discuss the importance of strategic church growth and how it can fuel o…

With Sept. 15 marking the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, we want to take time to celebrate the Hispanic church, learn more about Hispanic culture and take time to hear from key Hispanic voices as we serve on mission together. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists’ Podcast, Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker joins Amaury Santos, statewide …

It’s not every day you encounter a two-century-old church with a goal to plant 20 churches in 20 years. And yet, for Hephzibah Baptist Church in Wendell, this sort of sending culture has become the heartbeat of the church. In this episode, Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker sits down with Aaron Wallace, lead pastor of Hephzibah Baptist Chur…

What is your worship ministry culture like? Is your church struggling with gaining and retaining volunteers in your worship ministry? How is the health of your staff? In this episode, N.C. Baptists’ worship ministries strategist Kenny Lamm and David Manner, executive director of Church Forward, discuss practical ways to invest in volunteers in your…

How is your church’s worship doing? Worship health gives an insight to the overall well-being of your church, and intergenerational worship plays an important role. N.C. Baptists’ worship ministries strategist Kenny Lamm discusses the connection between worship health and church health with David Manner, executive director of Church Forward. In thi…

N.C. Baptists college students are committing to “Go2” — to live on mission together for the sake of the gospel. One of the pathways college graduates and young professionals can take when they commit to the Go2Years initiative is to join a church residency. Ashanti Glass is a church resident at Provision Church in Monroe. She graduated from Wingat…

The transition from high school ministries to college and young adult ministries can be jarring for students. As student pastors and leaders, it’s important to ask the question of how can your ministry lay the foundation for students to grow into mature, healthy college and young adult disciples. Austin Gentry is the Young Adults Pastor at Second B…

On this week’s episode, Seth Brown, N.C. Baptist director of convention relations, discusses cultural and legal challenges and opportunities facing churches with Daniel Rose, N.C. Baptists’ student ministries strategist, and Harrison Smith with Alliance Defending Freedom.Door NC Baptists

Your guest’s first visit helps set up their second visit. Therefore, it’s essential and biblical that we connect hospitality and discipleship within our church services. On this week’s episode, N.C. Baptists’ Bradley Norris speaks with Danny Franks, pastor of guest services at The Summit Church, and Ashley Reffit, women’s discipleship consultant wi…

On this week’s episode, Send Network’s Brian Frye and Mike McDaniel share the recently announced Church Mobilization Pathway with SendNC’s Mike Pittman. They discuss what it looks like for all churches to become involved in church planting and sending. Listen to how this new five-step tool will assist churches in visualizing how they can become inv…

Many North Carolina Baptists are heading down to New Orleans next week for the 2023 SBC annual meeting. Whether you’re attending this year’s meeting or if you’re not, N.C. Baptists’ Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker, shares ten things that every N.C. Baptists should know about SBC23 in under ten minutes.…

Test scores, favorite teams, social life and location often determine a student’s plans after graduation — but is there a better way to discern if, when and where you should go to college? On this week’s podcast, listen to a breakout session recording from the 2022 N.C. Baptist Annual Meeting, led by Scott Pace with The College at Southeastern and …

What are you doing this summer? College students across North Carolina are being mobilized to reach their neighbors and the nations with the gospel. On this week’s episode of the N.C. Baptists podcast, Brandon Powell, student mobilization coordinator with Baptists on Mission, catches up with two college students that have accepted the call to serve…

As a pastor, it’s easy to lose your joy and effectiveness in ministry. Pastoral wellness is vital when it comes to a church's health. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists’ Podcast, Sandy Marks — church revitalization and pastoral ministry strategist for N.C. Baptists — offers necessities to maintaining or recapturing joy and effectiveness as we liv…

Engaging communities with the gospel is one of the most pressing issues facing the church today. On this week’s episode of the N.C. Baptists’ podcast, listen to a breakout session recording from last year’s annual meeting as two North Carolina Baptist pastors share how their churches are engaging their communities for the sake of the gospel. Pastor…

Church planting is often a demanding journey for those getting started. With all the unexpected trials one faces while planting, it can be vital for church planters to learn from those who have gone before and hear what worked — and what didn’t work — for them. This week on the N.C. Baptists’ Podcast, join church planters Mike Pittman, Antoine Lass…

When David Herman, pastor of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Creedmoor, signed up with hundreds of other churches for “Fill the Tank” Sunday in Sept. 2021, he had no idea he would end up baptizing 12 individuals — including his own father-in-law. On this episode of the N.C. Baptists’ Podcast, Herman sat down with Todd Unzicker, executive director-…