MOBILIZE
Mobilizing churches to impact lostness
TFBA opens the door for your church to be strategically mobilized to fulfill the Great Commission and demonstrate the Great Commandment in you community and across the globe:
Mobilized for life
Local Mission projects
Regional mission partnerships
Global mission opportunities
By partnering with TFBA, your church will be "on mission" with gospel-centered, Kingdom focused churches across the High Country.
Appalachian Christmas Outreach Backpacks
Appalachian Christmas Outreach is a ministry of the Appalachian Coalfield Ministry through a partnership with NC Baptists On Mission. Our goal as an association is 500 backpacks!
Here is more information on how to pack the backpacks. https://baptistsonmission.org/Mission-Projects/United-States/Appalachian-Coalfields/Appalachian-Christmas-Outreach
Check at this great information video! https://youtu.be/oVxdzZwxFIg
Local drop off will be at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church on Saturday, November 6, 9am-3pm. You may drop off before then at the Association office during office hours.
State Wide collection is Nov. 12-13 at Shelby Mission Camp and Red Springs.
Anyone interested in being a part of the Distribution Team on Dec. 12. Group will leave on Dec.11 and come back on Dec. 13. Contact Jackie Lawrence at Pleasant Grove for to sign up. Approx. cost is $200 + food.
Monetary donations can also be made to Three Forks Baptist Association- Appalachian Christmas Outreach.
High Country Impact
At least twelve churches participated in High Country Impact this year.
We had a great day serving our communities together, sharing and showing the love of Jesus. Share your photos and stories with us!
WINGS Update
WINGS is the women's ministry group of Three Forks Baptist Association.
Mission - Connecting and equipping women's ministry leaders.
Vision - Our vision is to see an active women's ministry in each church in our association.
- We will encourage, strengthen, and connect existing women's groups
- We will provide support for developing and equipping new women's groups
- We will see those groups connected and equipped for the advancement of God's kingdom
The mission of WINGS is to connect and equip women's ministry leaders. Our goal is to be a resource to the women's groups in all of our Association churches. We do this by providing them with training, education, and opportunities for service and ministry, as well as a place to fellowship and to learn and grow alongside one another. We welcome any woman from any of our Three Forks Baptist Association churches to contact us at 828-264-4482 or email us at to find out how you can become involved with WINGS.
The Missions Team Needs Your Help
We are working to collect contact information for Mission Leaders in our churches. We will only use this to share helpful information for your church from the association. If you are Mission Leader in a TFBA church, please take a second to fill out this quick form.
https://forms.gle/UMQ4Kt9K4UsP1fp87
We would also love for you to connect in our TFBA Missions Group on Facebook. It only takes a minute! Get helpful information, share ideas, and encourage other mission leaders!
Ways to Partner in Missions and Outreach
If you or your church is looking for a local agency to support, here is a list of agencies to consider. Some are Christian in focus, and others are secular, but all of them are doing great work. If you have an idea of a local agency that our churches can support, let us know.
Associational Hunger Ministries
Blessing Boxes - There are several Blessing Boxes or Little Free Pantries in our area. These boxes are stocked with non-perishable foods and can be accessed by anyone at any time. There is a box located at the Associational office, at Oak Grove Baptist Church, and at the Watauga Food Hub on the Poplar Grove Bypass. Food can be dropped off and placed in the box at any time.
Christian Outreach Center - The Christian Outreach Center is a food pantry which is open on Mondays from 1-5. The Christian Outreach Center has been closed due to COVID, but will be reopening on September 20. Please contact First Baptist Church of Boone at 828-264-2441to find out the most immediate needs of the COC.
Greenway Food Pantry - Greenway Baptist Church has a food pantry which is open to the public on Thursdays from 10-2. Please contact Greenway Baptist Church at 828-264-7750 to find out the best way to support Greenway's Food Pantry.
Local Ministries
De La Cruz Farms - De la Cruz Farms provides safe, interactive experiences for individuals to know God through faith in Jesus Christ in a horse and farm environment. The farm serves children, adults, and families who may be facing difficult life circumstances, living in at risk environments, or dealing with a challenging need. Services are provided at no cost to families. Call 828-964-8152 or visit delacruzfarms.com for more information.
The Hope Center (Formerly Hope Pregnancy Center) - "The Hope Center is committed to providing a safe space to navigate the emotions and stressors of an unintended pregnancy." The Hope Center offers pregnancy support services, pregnancy testing and confirmation, STI testing and after abortion care. Call 828-265-4357 or visit choosehope.org to find out how you can help support The Hope Center.
Hospitality House - The mission of Hospitality House is to rebuild lives and strengthen community by providing a safe, nurturing, healthy environment in which individuals and families experiencing homelessness and poverty related crises are equipped to become self-sufficient and productive. Find out more by calling 828-264-1237 or visit https://www.hosphouse.org/
Hunger and Health Coalition - The Hunger and Health Coalition offers a year round food pantry and produce market and a food recovery kitchen, which have continued to operate during COVID. Their backpack program provides meals for food insecure students on weekends and during school breaks. In addition, they have a pharmacy to provide uninsured and underinsured clients with lifesaving medications. Find out more by calling 828-262-1628 or visit hungerandhealthcoalition.com
Joy Cove - Joy Cove is a part of the network of Baptist Children's Homes, located it Zionville. Joy Cove is a residential home for adults with developmental disabilities. Joy Cove is currently not allowing on-site outreach or volunteering, however there may be other ways you can serve during this time. Call 828-297-8001 to find out how you can help at this time.
Kari's Home/Freedom Farm - The mission of Kari's Home and Freedom Farm is to seek the restoration of men and women broken by chemical addiction to the point of repentance by introducing them to the person and work of Jesus Christ as He is presented, proclaimed, and described in the Bible. Freedom Farm Ministries is a year long, Christ centered transformational ministry for people who struggle with bondage from substance abuse. For Freedom Farm call 828-202-5907 or visit www.freedomfarmministries.org For Kari's Home call 828-297-2030
Partnerships with NC Baptist and the SBC
Baptist Children's Homes of NC -
International Missions Board - The International Missions Board sends and supports missionaries worldwide so that they can bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to lost people around the world. IMB missionaries are primarily supported by the Lottie Moon Christmas offering, but there are other ways to help. Visit imb.org to learn more.
North American Mission Board - The North American Mission Board sends and supports missionaries in Canada, the United States, and US territories. They are primarily supported by the Annie Armstrong offering, but there are other ways you can help. Visit namb.net to learn more.
