Upcoming Opportunities
Pastors’ Small Group - South Group
Pastors’ Small Group
The South Group will gather at Edmund First Baptist Church on Tuesday, August 11, at 12:00 noon for an enjoyable time of fellowship. For more information, please contact Brandon Phillips at 803-493-4207.
Equip: SC WMU Leadership Training
Equip: SC WMU Leadership Training
Saturday, August 15
Beulah Baptist Church
9487 Garners Ferry Rd, Hopkins, 29061
Join us for a time of training and fellowship with other leaders. Attend training for your different roles and age levels, as well as breakout sessions on various topics such as how to start new groups, how to communicate about WMU, practical mission opportunities, and much more.
Cost:
$35.00 per person
ALL those who register on or after Tuesday, August 11th, should plan to visit a local restaurant for lunch.
Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. The event will conclude at 3:30 p.m.
There will be a WMU store available, so bring your credit card or checkbook with you.
No refunds after Monday, August 10th.
Charges for this event will appear as a charge from South Carolina Baptist Convention.
Pastors Small Group - North Group
Pastors’ Small Group
The North Group will gather at FBC Irmo on Tuesday, August 18, at 11:30 AM for a time of fellowship. For more information, please contact Blair Smith at 843-845-1725.
Heart4Schools Conference
The 2026 Heart4Schools Conference theme: Shine Where You Serve. Together, you will share ways to support, encourage, and impact students and teachers across South Carolina through the love of Christ.
South Carolina Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver will open the conference with a message about the importance of serving and strengthening our schools and communities.
Heart4Schools brings hope and shares Christ’s love in local schools throughout the state. Whether you are an experienced leader or volunteer, or you are just beginning to explore how you can serve a local school, you will gain valuable insights and encouragement from our keynote speaker, breakout leaders, and Heart4Schools volunteers from around South Carolina.
Thursday, August 20
Spring Valley Baptist Church
9am - 2pm
Doors open at 8:30am
Cost : $35 per person
CLICK HERE to REGISTER
Registration ends August 12, 2026.
SC State Fair Chaplains Training
Required training for all 2026 SC State Fair Chaplains. Learn ministry procedures, expectations, safety guidelines, and how we will serve together during the South Carolina State Fair. Lunch provided.
SC Disaster Relief Unit Leader Training
This event is our annual training for SC Disaster Relief Unit Leaders (Blue Hats). There will be a segment for NEW Unit Leaders, plus training sessions for New AND Current Unit Leaders.
Note: This is a REQUIRED training for all SC Unit Leaders
NEW Unit Leader: STOP!
Before you register, you must be recommended by a Current Unit Leader or an Associational Mission Strategist (formerly known as DOM) and be pre-approved to attend by Susan Peugh. Please have your UL or AMS contact Susan Peugh, DR Director at 404-432-3067 or susanpeugh@scbaptist.org for approval.
Friday, August 21st:
For New Unit Leaders (Current UL may attend as a refresher, but you must sign up to attend.)
3:30 pm – Check in opens.
4:00 pm – 7:30 pm: New Unit Leader Classes.
Supper included.
Saturday, August 22nd:For New and Current Unit Leaders.
8:30 am – Check in opens.
9:00 am – 4:00 pm: New & Current Unit Leader Classes.
Lunch included.
Saturday format will include a mix of learning and networking sessions.
Advance registration is required (no walk-ins).
$10 for New & Current Unit Leaders.
Deadline to register is by 5:00 pm on Monday, August 17th.
ID badge renewal will be available.
Dress for the training is casual.
For questions, contact Debbie Royson, 803-227-6041 or debbieroyson@scbaptist.org
No Refunds for this event.
Pastors Small Group - Central Group
Pastors’ Small Group
Our Central Lexington Pastors’ Small Group meets 10:00–11:30 AM, followed by a complimentary lunch provided by the LBA. It’s a time for encouragement, fellowship, and sharpening together in ministry.
Pastors Small Group - West Group
Pastors’ Small Group
The West Group will gather at Steadman BC at 9:00 AM for a time of fellowship. For more information, please contact Neal Smith at 803-622-2698.
LBA Pastors' Wives Connect
LBA Pastors’ Wives Connect
Connect, Share, and Be Encouraged as you share and enjoy a meal with other like-minded Ministers’ Wives!
SAVE THE DATE - REGISTRATION Link Coming Soon…
LBA Executive Committee Meeting & Ministry Celebration - SAVE THE DATE (More Details Soon…)
2026 LBA Executive Committee Meeting & Ministry Celebration
Fall Business Meeting AND Ministry Celebration
More Details Soon….
SC State Fair Ministry
Trained pastors & ministers can serve as a Chaplain for the SC State Fair.
*Contact Logan Douglas for more details (logan@mylba.org)
SC State Fair Ministry
Trained pastors & ministers can serve as a Chaplain for the SC State Fair.
*Contact Logan Douglas for more details (logan@mylba.org)
SC State Fair Ministry
Trained pastors & ministers can serve as a Chaplain for the SC State Fair.
*Contact Logan Douglas for more details (logan@mylba.org)
SC State Fair Ministry
Trained pastors & ministers can serve as a Chaplain for the SC State Fair.
*Contact Logan Douglas for more details (logan@mylba.org)
SC State Fair Ministry
Trained pastors & ministers can serve as a Chaplain for the SC State Fair.
*Contact Logan Douglas for more details (logan@mylba.org)
SC State Fair Ministry
Trained pastors & ministers can serve as a Chaplain for the SC State Fair.
*Contact Logan Douglas for more details (logan@mylba.org)
SC State Fair Ministry
Trained pastors & ministers can serve as a Chaplain for the SC State Fair.
*Contact Logan Douglas for more details (logan@mylba.org)
Pastors' Wives Connect
LBA Pastors’ Wives Connect
Connect, Share, and Be Encouraged as you share and enjoy a meal with other like-minded Ministers’ Wives!
SAVE THE DATE - REGISTRATION Link Coming Soon…
SC State Fair Ministry
Trained pastors & ministers can serve as a Chaplain for the SC State Fair.
*Contact Logan Douglas for more details (logan@mylba.org)
2026 SC Baptist Ministers' Wives Retreat
2026 Ministers’ Wives Retreat: When Mountains Melt
Myrtle Beach, SC
SC State Fair Ministry
Trained pastors & ministers can serve as a Chaplain for the SC State Fair.
*Contact Logan Douglas for more details (logan@mylba.org)
Senior Adult Fall Festival
Join us for our Senior Adult Fall Festival on November 12, 2026!
We will have a great time of fellowship, fun, food and door prizes!
REGISTRATION COMING SOON!
Pastors' Wives Connect
LBA Pastors’ Wives Connect
Connect, Share, and Be Encouraged as you share and enjoy a meal with other like-minded Ministers’ Wives!
SAVE THE DATE - REGISTRATION Link Coming Soon…
NOTE: This month’s Connect time will be the third week in November due to Thanksgiving Holidays.
July 17th, 11am Pastors' Wives Brunch/Lunch at Laura's Tea Room (Registration Required)
LBA Pastors' Wives Brunch/Lunch Event at Laura's Tea Room, Friday, July 17th. $20 per person.
Register today and plan to connect with and be encouraged by like-minded hearts! We will meet at LBA at 11 AM and travel together.
Registration: Cost is $20 per person. (LBA will pay for the difference in the total of $45.26 per person.)
Contact Leisa at 864.993.4149 if you have any questions or need more info before registering.
SC Baptist at SBC Party
Come join SCBaptists at Main Event Orlando after the SBC Pastor’s Conference from 9-11 p.m.! We will have some late night snacks and some fun activities.
Families are welcome, just be sure to register for them!
Main Event Orlando is a quick 8 minute walk or 3 minute drive from the Convention Center so there will be no shuttle provided this year.
SBC Convention Annual Meeting Orlando, FL
The Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting will take place June 7–10, 2026, in Orlando, Florida, at the Orange County Convention Center. Each year, Southern Baptists from across the country gather for several days of worship, fellowship, and important business that helps shape the future of the convention.
The week will also include the SBC Pastors’ Conference, numerous breakout sessions, and nearly 200 meetings and ministry gatherings designed to encourage and equip pastors, ministry leaders, and church messengers for the work of the Gospel.
For more details, schedules, and registration information, visit sbcannualmeeting.net.