WFBC Ladies’ Retreat Held in Watertown March 26-27, 2010
The annual WFBC Ladies’ Retreat was enjoyed by 411 women who traveled from all over Wisconsin to the campus of Maranatha Baptist Bible College on March 26-27, 2010
See a full report and pictures from the retreat on the WFBC Women's page
First Baptist in Milltown hosts Pastors and Wives' Retreat
Nearly 50 pastors and their wives enjoyed the annual WFBC retreat at First Baptist Church in Milltown on Feb. 15-16, 2010. Speaker for the event was Dr. Wally Olsen, now retired and serving part time in his home church, First Baptist of Woodville. Dr. Olsen’s messages reminded the pastors and their wives that their hearts must be committed to ministry on many levels: personal walk, family life, church life, and preaching the Word. Pastor Phil Bushy led the lively congregational singing, and special music was presented by area pastors and wives. Many thanks to Pastor Marlon and Joy Mielke, as well as their sons and church family who served tirelessly throughout the retreat. The 2011 retreat will be held Feb. 21-22. Details will be announced at the annual meeting to be held at First Baptist Church in New Lisbon on Sept. 20-21, 2010. Click on the thumbnail pictures above to view the full size images
Lakewood Baptist Church Charter Service
On January 31, 2010, Lakewood Baptist Church held a chartering service, with over 40 believers signing as charter members. Pastor David Marriott began holding Bible studies in Delafield in 2009 as a prelude to planting the church. Calvary Baptist Church in Watertown provided support as a “mother church” and helped with organizational, financial and practical help. Dr. Marty Marriott spoke in the Sunday School hour, and Dr. Robert Loggans preached in the morning service. Following a fellowship meal, church members gathered at a nearby motel pool for a baptismal service for 8 believers. We rejoice in the healthy start for a strong fundamental Baptist church in this populated and needy area. Click any of the thumbnail images below to see the full size images
Faith Baptist Church of Portage celebrates 10th Anniversary
Faith Baptist Church of Portage celebrated their 10th anniversary on January 24. The church’s founding pastor and his wife, Robert and Mary Dow, as well as Dr. Wayne and Carole Vawter, and our current pastors and their wives, Jonathan and Hope Robertson, and Daniel and Emilie Gaschke were present for the service. The day was filled with God-glorifying music, preaching, fellowship, and slide shows of Faith’s history and Pastor Robertson’s military ministry.
In mid-January, Pastor Jonathan Robertson returned to Wisconsin after serving in Iraq as a National Guard chaplain. We praise the Lord for the opportunities he had to share Christ to many men and women serving our country. We also pray that the Lord will open opportunities for future ministry to local soldiers and their families as they settle back into civilian life.
With Pastor Robertson back home, Faith Baptist Church will begin a ministry transition in the coming weeks. Pastor Gaschke currently continues to pastor the church until Pastor Robertson finishes his military responsibilities and once again resumes his ministry at Faith Baptist. Please pray for the upcoming transition and for wisdom and direction for the Gaschke’s next phase of pastoral ministry. Click any of the thumbnail images above to see the full size image