Webinars and Workshops

Providing Global Resources

Drawing from the experiences and expertise of Baptist leaders around the world, the Baptist World Alliance hosts a variety of webinars and workshops throughout the year to encourage and equip our members. Browse below to see the upcoming webinar schedule or to view past webinars.

    Moving Beyond the Pandemic Workshop

    How can the church serve faithfully in its context and community in 2022?

    Many are slipping back into extreme poverty, national governments are weakening because of political and social strife, and economies are struggling as markets are continually disrupted. Some church leaders are recognizing that, in this context, their ministry hasn’t stopped. It is actually just beginning. So how can the church and development organizations begin to build back and build up in a world that is discovering new norms and ways of being? Join us to hear from a global community development strategist, an investment specialist, and a practitioner.

    Holistic Mission Guide Webinar Series

    In the months since the release of the Baptist World Alliance Holistic Mission Guide, we have been encouraged by the positive response from Baptists around the world. As the world continues to face challenges, it is critical for us to continue learning, growing, and serving together. With that in mind, the BWA Commission on Mission is offering a 3-part webinar series designed to explore and dialogue about the concepts found within the Mission Guide.
    Webinars and Workshops

    Holistic Mission Webinar Series: Part Three
    March 22, 2022 3:00 pm
    Redux Presentation: March 31, 5:30pm BST (United Kingdom)

    The third webinar in the series will guide church leaders and grass root church members through the theme of “Suffering.” The first presentation will be on “Theology of Discipleship: Jesus’ Discipleship Model of Suffering and Sacrifice” by Israel Oluwole Olofinjana (Nigeria) and the second will be by Dr. Wati Longchar (Nagaland, India) on “The Power of Last Words.” A story entitled “From Relapse to Church” written by Cristina Arcidiacono (Italy) will be narrated.

    Webinars and Workshops
    Holistic Mission Webinar Series: Part Two
    January 18, 5:30 pm BST (São Paolo Time)
    Redux Presentation: January 25, 3 pm JST (Tokyo Time)
    The second webinar in the series will guide church leaders and grassroots church members through the theme of “New Models of Doing Church.” Jerson B. Narciso from the Philippines will share about “Leading the Church Beyond the Pandemic” and Lília Dias Marianno (Brazil) will address how to “Be the Church Outside the Temple.” A powerful story by Asha Sanchu (Nagaland, India) entitled “Light in the Dark, Tiny Room” will also be shared.

    Christian Unity: What Difference Does It Make?

    In John’s Gospel, Jesus links the unity of the church to its mission: to make Christ known to the whole world
    (John 17:21). In this webinar facilitated by the BWA Commission on Baptist Doctrine and Christian Unity, Baptist leaders from around the world address the challenges and benefits of engaging with other Christian traditions. 

    Safeguarding Workshop

    In May, BFAD facilitated a Safeguarding Workshop addressing what safeguarding is and why it is important for organizations. With a special focus on faith and cross-cultural contexts, Mel Harwin (Safeguarding Officer for Transform Aid International) covers international safeguarding standards, risks, and responsibilities. The session also features case studies from ministry partners around the world about their safeguarding journeys.

    In response to COVID-19, BFAD has hosted a webinar series featuring leadership experts on various topics. To watch the webinar series focused on psychosocial support and wellbeing, click below.

    As the pressures caused by COVID-19 continue to escalate, how can we maintain personal wellbeing? Watch Part One of a webinar series hosted by the BWA Forum for Aid and Development (BFAD) featuring a leadership panel with:

    • Peter Mugabi (General Secretary of the Baptist Union of Uganda)
    • Ant Sell (Director of Design and Learning of Seed Australia)
    • Kathleen Smith (Completing Studies on Chaplaincy in Disaster Relief and former Peace Corps Volunteer)

    As the effects of COVID-10 continue to grow, how can we respond to the psychosocial needs of those in our communities? Watch Part Two of a webinar series hosted by the BWA Forum for Aid and Development (BFAD) featuring a leadership panel with:

    • Peter Mugabi (General Secretary of the Baptist Union of Uganda)
    • Ant Sell (Director of Design and Learning of Seed Australia)
    • Kathleen Smith (Completing Studies on Chaplaincy in Disaster Relief and former Peace Corps Volunteer)