April 26 – April 28, 2026
St. Francis Springs Prayer Center, Stoneville

Helping Pastors Thrive invites all pastors and staff ministers to gather for a time of rest and renewal with a community of their peers at St. Francis Springs Prayer Center in Stoneville, NC on April 26 – 28. The retreat is designed to offer opportunities for worship, spiritual practices, holy conversation with colleagues and time for quiet and rest.

Details:

• Check-in will be from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 26.
• The retreat will end following lunch at noon on Tuesday, April 28.
• Additional information on schedule, directions to St. Francis Springs and opportunities during the retreat will be sent following registration.
• $100 per person/$150 per couple (spouses welcome).

Space is limited!

Reflections on Faith: A Look into the Life of the Immigrant

Reflections on Faith: A Look into the Life of the Immigrant is a virtual interview that aims to provide a perspective that deepens our understanding of how contemporary politics affect immigrant and refugee communities, offering opportunities for growth in faith and transformative action. “True education is praxis—reflection and action of people upon the world in order to transform it.” —Paulo Freire.

We are honored to be joined by Bella Ocampo, a J.D. Candidate at Campbell University School of Law and recipient of the Dean’s Excellence and Minnie Deans Lamm Law Scholarships. A graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill in Economics and Political Science, Bella has been an active leader in organizations such as “Mi Pueblo” and Women in Economics. She also serves as a volunteer advocate for Bread for the World, working to advance policies that address global hunger and poverty alleviation. She is also a member of Iglesia Centro Familiar Cristiano” in Siler City, NC.

We look forward to your participation in this important dialogue facilitated by Dr. Santiago Reales, Director of Red Latina. (Conversation will be provided in English)

Register here.

Thursday, May 14  |  First Baptist Church, Shelby
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

On May 14, gather with CBFNC coordinators and friends for a Regional Gathering at First Baptist Church in Shelby. The gathering will consist of a morning workshop session followed by a fellowship lunch. The morning workshop will be an interactive shared learning experience designed to help congregations thrive.

All are invited to attend – members of local congregations, congregational leaders, ministry staff, divinity students, chaplains and anyone interested in connecting with colleagues, friends and fellow Cooperative Baptists.

Cost is $15 per person, with an early bird rate of $10. (Registration ends on Monday, May 11 and the early bird rate ends on Wednesday, May 6.)

Register HERE.

*If you are having difficulty with the online registration form above, please contact our office at 336.759.3456 or office@cbfnc.org.

CBFNC Gathering & Dinner at CBF General Assembly
Tues. June 17  |  4:30-7:00 p.m.
Hendricks Avenue Baptist Church

We are excited to gather with you and our CBFNC family and supporters while in Jacksonville, FL at the CBF General Assembly! All are invited to attend whether you are a clergy, laity or you just want to learn more about CBFNC and gather with friends.

During the State and Regional Meetings session on Tuesday, June 17, we are having a catered dinner held off-site at Hendricks Avenue Baptist Church (4001 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville) from 5:00–7:00 p.m. This location is just under four miles from to the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront.

This gathering will be full of fellowship, food, fun and a continuation of our “Free Together” theme for this year. The cost is $20 per person, and children under 12 years are free.

Register and book your hotel HERE.

Please note: Registration for this dinner is through the same avenue as registering for the CBF General Assembly.  There are many listed events/meals for which to register, and our meal will be found among the list of paid events (which follows the list of free events).

For questions, please email Amy Lee Gallaher at agallaher@cbfnc.org.