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General Information<\/strong><\/p>\n

Organization<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Free Will Baptist denomination is baptistic in government, recognizing the autonomy of each local church. Local churches are organized into quarterly meetings, which in turn are grouped into district associations. These district associations come together in state associations and the various state associations comprise the National Association.<\/p>\n

The National Association meets annually for the purpose of conducting business and formulating its program of work. Denominational ministries are represented through departments\u2014 Executive Office, D6 Family Ministry, Free Will Baptist Foundation, IM Inc., North American Ministries, Richland Ave Financial, Welch College, and WNAC. The work of each department is projected through its board which is elected by the National Association.<\/p>\n

The National Offices Building of Free Will Baptists is located at 5233 Mt. View Road, Antioch, Tennessee. All departments are located at the Antioch address except two: D6 Family Ministry located at 114 Bush Road, Nashville, and Welch College located at 1045 Bison Trail, Gallatin.<\/p>\n

Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n

With a strong biblical and fervent evangelistic emphasis, this denomination continues to have a significant impact in North America and around the world. Membership is 2,000 churches in the National Association of Free Will Baptists.<\/p>\n

The entire work and ministry of the National Association is promoted and correlated by the Executive Office. This office also plans the annual national convention. In cooperation with seven other agencies, the Executive Office publishes a bimonthly magazine (ONE Magazine<\/a><\/span>).<\/p>\n

D6 Family Ministry<\/span><\/a> 800-877-7030<\/p>\n

At D6 Family Ministry, we believe discipleship is a lifelong journey\u2014one that transforms families and strengthens the church. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, our mission is to \u201cHelp you build believers through church and home.\u201d We accomplish this together with ministry leaders, parents, and volunteers who inspire and equip others to make discipleship a way of life.<\/p>\n

Rooted in Deuteronomy 6:5-7, our D6 approach empowers every generation to grow together in faith, weaving biblical principles into daily living so kids are equipped to face the challenges of life while living for Christ. From conferences, to curriculum, to books, D6 Family Ministry provides practical tools and training designed to nurture Christ-centered homes and communities. God has expanded this North America ministry, into 20-plus countries around the world.<\/p>\n

When you partner with D6 Family Ministry\u2014whether by using our resources, attending events, or giving to our mission\u2014you join a movement that\u2019s redefining discipleship. Together, we can champion families, grow stronger churches, and leave a legacy of faith.<\/p>\n

By hosting the Vertical Three Conference, CTS Ministry Expo, Youth Evangelistic Team, Truth and Peace Student Leadership Conference, and the D6 Conference, training is provided to ministry leaders, parents, teens, and children worldwide.<\/p>\n

Free Will Baptist Foundation<\/span><\/a>\u00a0877-336-7575<\/p>\n

Free Will Baptist Foundation serves national, state, district ministries, and local churches. The Foundation offers basic estate planning assistance for families and charitable gifts through special trust arrangements. These arrangements may provide lifetime income to donors and gifts to the ministries following the donor’s death. The Foundation also offers money management services to individuals and organizations. Through these, grants are awarded to various ministries each year.<\/p>\n

IM, Inc.<\/span><\/a>\u00a0877-767-7736<\/p>\n

IM, Inc. serves the Free Will Baptist denomination as the channel for cross-cultural ministries around the world.\u00a0IM missionaries serve in eight countries and partners with the national church or agencies placing personnel in 29 other countries.\u00a0Our field missionaries are focused on six major tasks: (1) ministering to people\u2019s needs, (2) sharing a message of compassion and hope, (3) discipling all who accept Christ, (4) planting churches, (5) training leaders, and (6) partnering with other believers and agencies who share our passion for the Great Commission. This fulfills our mission statement: \u201cWe exist to labor with the body of Christ to fulfill the Great Commission.\u201d<\/p>\n

North American Ministries<\/a><\/span>\u00a0877-767-7674<\/p>\n

Free Will Baptist North American Ministries exists to equip and send church planters and chaplains to plant healthy churches and to make disciples in North America. North American Ministries has 89 active mission works in 26 states, Mexico, the US Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. North American Ministries is also responsible for placing Free Will Baptist chaplains into the armed forces to minister to service men and women.<\/p>\n

Richland Ave Financial<\/span><\/a>\u00a0877-767-7738<\/p>\n

Richland Ave Financial, a ministry of the National Association of Free Will Baptists, was created in 1969 at the National Association in St. Louis, Missouri to provide retirement benefits for pastors and employees of the Free Will Baptist churches, schools, and agencies.<\/p>\n

With a vision to serve more than just FWB employees, Richland Ave Financial has expanded its ministry to include institutional investing and financial education\u00a0as well as serve any other organization that aligns with\u00a0the mission, beliefs, and core values of the Free Will Baptists.<\/p>\n

Welch College<\/span><\/a>\u00a0800-763-9222<\/p>\n

The educational interest of the denomination is represented by Welch College in Gallatin, Tennessee. The college is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and nationally accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education to offer associates, bachelors, and masters degrees. Standards are high with a strong emphasis on spiritual formation, mentoring, and the integration of faith and learning.<\/p>\n

WNAC<\/a><\/span>\u00a0877-767-7662<\/p>\n

The FWB Women\u2019s Ministries department, WNAC, exists to provide opportunities for each woman to fulfill the Great Commission through her God-designed roles at home and abroad. Our Bible study guide, Treasure, and accompanying resources are available online to assist individual women and local groups. Seminars, workshops, retreats, and Ladies\u2019 Day events are hosted to encourage, strengthen, and equip each woman.<\/p>\n

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Commissions<\/strong><\/p>\n

Commission for Theological Integrity<\/a><\/p>\n

The five-member Commission for Theological Integrity <\/em>was formed in 1959 to resist the effects of \u00a0Protestant liberalism. The commission is tasked with safeguarding the theological direction of the National Association of Free Will Baptists through awareness and education regarding theological issues.<\/p>\n

Historical Commission<\/a><\/p>\n

The Free Will Baptist Historical Commission exists to preserve Free Will Baptist historical materials and to educate Free Will Baptists regarding their heritage.<\/p>\n

Music Commission<\/a><\/p>\n

The Free Will Baptist Music Commission exists to help everyday people become better worship leaders. This five-member team not only provides training, inspiration, and encouragement but also assists with the music program at the National Convention.<\/p>\n

Media Commission<\/p>\n

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The FWB Media Commission exists to help Free Will Baptists effectively communicate the Word of God through the latest communication technologies. The commission also handles the live streaming and social media aspects of the National Convention each year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

General Information Organization The Free Will Baptist denomination is baptistic in government, recognizing the autonomy of each local church. Local churches are organized into quarterly meetings, which in turn are grouped into district associations. These district associations come together in state associations and the various state associations comprise the National Association. The National Association meets annually for the purpose of conducting business and formulating its program of work. Denominational ministries are represented through departments\u2014 Executive Office, D6 Family Ministry, Free Will Baptist Foundation, IM Inc., North American Ministries, Richland Ave Financial, Welch College, and WNAC. The work of each department is projected through its board which is elected by the National Association. The National Offices Building of Free Will Baptists is located at 5233 Mt. View Road, Antioch, Tennessee. All departments are located at the Antioch address except two: D6 Family Ministry located at 114 Bush Road, Nashville, and Welch College located at 1045 Bison Trail, Gallatin. Activities With a strong biblical and fervent evangelistic emphasis, this denomination continues to have a significant impact in North America and around the world. Membership is 2,000 churches in the National Association of Free Will Baptists. The entire work and ministry of the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":37,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4040","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nafwb.org\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4040","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nafwb.org\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nafwb.org\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nafwb.org\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nafwb.org\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4040"}],"version-history":[{"count":18,"href":"https:\/\/nafwb.org\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4040\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":14076,"href":"https:\/\/nafwb.org\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4040\/revisions\/14076"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nafwb.org\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/37"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nafwb.org\/site\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4040"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}