The Missouri Baptist Bible Fellowship held its annual meeting on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Grace Church in Independence, Missouri. Hosted under the theme “Wisdom Worth Passing On: Lessons from a Lifetime of Ministry,” the meeting featured encouragement and practical insights from veteran pastors who have faithfully served in local church ministry.
Speakers included Don Elmore, retired pastor of Temple Baptist Church in Springdale, Arkansas; Bob Baker, retired pastor of New Hope Baptist Church in Buffalo, Missouri; Bill Boren, retired pastor of Blue Ridge Baptist Temple; and BBFI missionary to Germany Keith Gandy.
The meeting also featured a video presentation from Keith Gillming, retired pastor of Lighthouse Baptist Church in St. Louis, Missouri, on “How to ‘Make It’ in Ministry.” Bob Baier, retired pastor of Antioch Bible Baptist Church, contributed a list of the “Top 10 Things I Learned as a Senior Pastor.”
During the business meeting, attendees approved updates to the Missouri BBF bylaws, including a provision allowing retired pastors to serve as vice-chairman.
New officers were also elected:
- Chairman: Dennis Mays
- Vice-Chairman: Keith Gillming
- Financial Secretary: Josh Mathews
- Director of Church Planting: Joey Candillo
The meeting concluded with a barbecue lunch and fellowship.
The annual gathering provided an opportunity for Missouri BBF pastors and ministry leaders to reconnect, conduct Fellowship business, and benefit from the wisdom of those who have faithfully served the Lord through decades of pastoral ministry.
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