Author: Courtney Gerhart

Dover Diary Newsletter of Dover Baptist Association “a resource and ally for churches and their leaders”
Vol. XLV, No. 2 February 2023

The Gathering: A regional Youth Worship, Fellowship & Discipleship Event
Hosted by Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville Friday Evening, February 3 & All-day Saturday, February 4. Visit www.coolspring.org/students for more information and to register.

Church Accounting Training Steve Law, MBA, M.Div., will lead 10 Church Accounting Training sessions at the Dover Baptist Association Conference Center. Each session is $50 per person— there is a 20% discount for members/staff of Dover churches. Session 1: January 26, 2023 | 10 a.m.—12:00 p.m. Topic: Financial reporting and bank reconciliation Session 2: February 23, 2023 | 10 a.m.—12:00 p.m. Topic: Stewardship and capital campaigns; Endowments and planned giving Session 3: March 23, 2023 | 10 a.m.—12:00 p.m. Topic: Legal matters; IRS Relationship and 501(c)(3) Ruling Letter; Incorporation status Visit www.doverbaptist.org/church-accounting for more information and to register.

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7)

Anxious for a New Beginning

by: Win Davis, Executive Director of Missions

In December I delivered the final thoughts that most people would hear about my mother as I officiated the celebration of her earthly life and eternal life with Jesus. In my remarks, I reported that my mother had been a founding member of Celebrate Recovery and an advocate for mental health, especially eliminating the stigma often associated with mental illness. “In a time when society looked down on mental illness,” I observed, “she never seemed ashamed of her struggles with anxiety and depression. She realized the first step to healing is admitting you need help, and the second step is to get it. If the statistics are accurate, 1 in every 3 of us are fighting that battle right now. I am, so let me encourage you. Honor my mother by reaching out and getting support. Don’t fight that battle alone.” In his book, Anxious for Nothing, pastor, and best-selling author Max Lucado reports, “Anxiety-related issues are the number one mental health problem among women and are second only to alcohol and drug abuse among men.” Despite the relative calming of the qualms about politics and the pandemic, anxiety centered headlines still pervade the news. Another beloved celebrity who was seemingly full of joy, has taken his life. The UVA football team cancelled its remaining games to “heal” after the tragic shooting of three of their athletes. The world’s once top tennis player and top gymnast are taking mental health sabbaticals while partnering with global brands to promote mental health awareness. The humanitarian and economic impact of war and greed and division is seen and felt daily by most of us. Negative angst-filled emotions have flared up over everything from prices at the pump to the prisoner swap with the Russians. For the Christian, there is no mental health without spiritual health, and we are certainly not immune from the world’s worries. For those of you who are anxious for a new beginning, I encourage you to pray, fast, open God’s Word and your hearts to the counsel of the Holy Spirit. For those of you who are hurting, I beseech you to include the counsel of a Christian mental health professional. Please, don’t fight that battle alone. God bless. (Bloggers note: The Dover Baptist Association offers weekly pastor support groups and access to Christian mental health professionals. Please reach out to me for more information.)

2023 Hepler Scholarship Applications Due by Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Who Can Apply for the Hepler Scholarship? I’m glad you asked.....
This scholarship fund is available to any person who is a member of a Dover Association Baptist church for at least one year prior to his/her application being submitted.
The application must be approved by the church.
The applicant must be planning to pursue a baccalaureate or graduate degree in an accredited college, university or seminary. Seminary students must attend a college accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The school may be denominational or non-denominational in Virginia or a Baptist institution out of state.
Applications are due on Wednesday, March 15, 2023.
For more information, visit: www.doverbaptist.org/resources/grants-and-scholarships/hepler-scholarship

I’m Glad You Asked… “How should we give to Dover?”
First, we are very grateful for you and your church’s faithful giving to Dover Baptist Association. Recently, there have been a number of questions from our churches regarding giving to Dover, and there are some misunderstandings that we would like to clarify. There are two primary ways to give to Dover, to the “General Fund” and to the “Watson Mission Offering”. (1) General Fund...General Operating Budget Dover churches contribute to our General Fund which funds our administration/budgeted needs. (2) Leslie & Hazel Watson Association Mission Offering....Emphasis during month of May....a special offering to help support local/national/international ministries
Dover has a number of Designated Funds that also support a variety of ministry and mission needs. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Thank You!

Pray For These

The leaders of Famaden Memorial Institute, our Dover Staff, Karen Mills (former Clerk), and in Dover’s churches:

January 1: Arabic Baptist Church without a pastor January 8: Ashland, First Baptist Church Josh Hayden, Pastor; Rachel Pierce, Tom Lynch, Laura Ross, Ross Wright, Lisa Reckley, Todd Smith Atlee Church Jeff Boggess, Lead Pastor; Sandy Batten, Jason Mallory, Chris Muldoon, Lanette Boggess, Trey Critzer, Tonya Carey, Ras Peel, Wendy Scheller, Stephanie Johnson, Grace Young, Charles Fitzgerald, Eric Smith, Kiersten Critzer, Bethany Mullins, Chad Rice January 15: Berea Baptist Church John Baldwin, Pastor; Mark Jenkins, Bill Miller, Alexis Lewis, Amy Jones, Megan Mershon, Megan Moore, Ashley Goetsch, Tammy Hynson, Peggy Peck Beulah Baptist Church Alex Rand, Pastor; Jackie Harris

A special prayer for the following churches that are in transition (either currently without a pastor or have an interim/intentional pastor):

Arabic	Four Mile Creek	Indian View	New Highland
Corinth	Hopewell	Mechanicsville	Taylorsville

Dover Baptists Express Sympathy

...to the family of Doris Wanda Thompson, who passed away on December 7, 2022. Doris was the sister of Carroll Weakley and the sister-in-law of Sandy Weakley; Sandy is the Executive Assistant for Dover Baptist Association. The Weakleys are members of Cool Spring Baptist Church.

January 22: Biltmore Baptist Church Ken Wright, Pastor; Marsha Ann Worsham Black Creek Baptist Church Stephen Kendrick, Pastor; Dawn Parker, Grayson Parker January 29: Broadus Memorial Baptist Church Phil Peacock, Pastor; Karen Tucker, Tyson Banks, Jamie Cosley, Abby Carter, Jeff Poythress, Carol Golden, Buddy Crawford, Ellis Dunton, Geneva Bohannon Colosse Baptist Church Jeff Mills, Pastor; Gaynell Smith, Marian Carnell, Rose Rice

Personnel Changes • Sam Duenckel concluded his service as the Associate for Missions for Dover Baptist Association on January 6, 2023. • Paul McDaniel concluded his service as the Pastor of Indian View Baptist Church on November 9, 2022. • Fort Lee Baptist Church welcomed Gene Ashton, Jr. as their Associate Pastor on October 31, 2022.

Carolyn Hollins Memorial Camper Scholarship The Dover WMU is now accepting applications for the Carolyn Hollins Memorial Camper Scholarship for Crossroads Camp. The application deadline is Wednesday, March 1. Visit www.doverbaptist.org/wmu to apply, or contact Beth Ward at (804) 262-3612 or Jessica Moore at (804) 787-4434 for more information.

Dover Baptist Association
PO Box 6128
Ashland, VA 23005
“a resource and ally for churches and their leaders”

Non-Profit Organization
US Postage Paid
Permit No. 3022
Richmond, VA

Win Davis, Executive Director of Missions Sandy Weakley, Executive Assistant
Sue Hall, Ministry Assistant Steve Smith, Associate for Ministry to Church Leaders

Positions Available Visit www.doverbaptist.org for all of the job openings.

Corinth Baptist Church seeks an Administrative Secretary (part-time). For more details, visit www.doverbaptist.org/jobs. Dover Baptist Church seeks a Youth & Children’s Director (part-time). Visit www.doverbaptist.org/youth-childrens-director-job-description for more information and/or apply. Four Mile Creek Baptist Church seeks a Music Coordinator (part-time). Visit www.doverbaptist.org/jobs for more information and or apply. Hardy Central Baptist Church seeks an Administrative Assistant (part-time, 15 hours per week). Please send resumes or inquiries to pastor@hardycentral.church Hillcrest Baptist Church seeks a Director of Music Ministry (part-time). For more information, visit www.hillcresthanover.org/director-of-music-job-opening. Interested applicants please email your resume to hbcmusicsearch@gmail.com. Hopeful Baptist Church seeks a Youth Minister (part-time). For more information, visit www.doverbaptist.org/youth-minister-part-time-3. Mount Olivet Baptist Church seeks a Youth Minister (part-time), and a Music Minister (part-time). For more information and/or apply, visit www.doverbaptist.org/jobs. Mount Vernon Baptist Church seeks a Ministry Assistant for Missions and Evangelism and a Ministry Assistant for Pastoral Care and Memorial Park (full-time). For more information and/or apply, visit www.mvbcnow/jobs Taylorsville Baptist Church is prayerfully seeking a Pastor (full-time). Visit www.taylorsvillebaptist.org/careers for more information and/or apply. West Point, First Baptist Church seeks an Office Manager (part-time). This is a part-time position, hours are 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. Must possess computer skills to include work publisher, word, etc. Any interested applicants should contact Connie Peay at (804) 513-9297.

March12-14, 2023 @ Eagle Eyrie Conference Center | Lynchburg, VA The purpose of this gathering is to spend time with other pastors in worship and reflection about the important work of proclaiming the gospel. The conference will begin on Sunday evening, March 12, and go through Tuesday lunch, March 14. We will have break-out sessions covering a variety of topics, as well as time for worship and rest. Visit www.preach2023.org for more information and to register.

Daylight Savings Begins March 8 “Spring Forward”

Dover Baptist Association Annual Meeting
**Sunday, October 25, 3:00-5:00 p.m.** (see Contingency Plan below) Registration opens at 2:30 p.m. Walnut Grove Baptist Church, 7046 Cold Harbor Rd, Mechanicsville Theme: “Church Without Walls”
I remember clasping my hands together, fingers intertwined and tucked inside, reciting these words: “Here is the church, here is the steeple. Open the doors and see all the people!” My hands would pop open and all my finger ‘people’ wiggling as an expression of joy in the church. Sometimes, I’d get my fingers going the wrong direction, forgetting to tuck them between my palms resulting in an ‘empty church’ when I opened my hands. The pandemic has certainly challenged us to adjust how we clasp our hands for worship and other congregational ministries this year! Becoming a “Church without Walls” has us repositioning the way we do church - worship, youth and children’s ministries, pastoral care - to name a few. It has required imagination, ingenuity, and technical savvy to minister in these days. Based on the responses from a survey sent to your churches, you have opened your doors and stepped outside and found new ways to be the church. I hope you’ll join us for our Annual Meeting on October 25th as we gather to celebrate the work God is doing in, among and through our Dover Baptist Association churches! —Dr. Maria Lynn
Dover churches may send voting messengers to this meeting (see below). In addition to voting messengers, the Association invites any Dover Baptist and their guests to share in this inspiring meeting.
Elect your Messengers! Article 4 of Dover’s Constitution states:
Each member church shall be entitled to send two messengers to Annual, Semiannual and special Called Association Meetings. A church that contributes at least $400 to the General Fund during the Association’s previous fiscal year shall be entitled to have three (3) messengers. An additional messenger is added for each additional $400 contribution to the General Fund up to a maximum of seven (7) messengers for any church..

CONTINGENCY PLAN
If the Virginia Governor moves the state, or the Dover region, down to Phase 1 or 2, then the Annual Meeting will take place via Zoom. The Dover staff will notify all churches and leaders with the Zoom link and other information. Participating by telephone only is also an option. Please do not hesitate to contact the Dover office by phone: (804) 550-1980 or email: dover.info@doverbaptist.org with any questions. Thank you!

Attention: Treasurers Gifts for the 2020 Watson Association Missions Offering are due by: Friday, October 30 Any gifts received after this date will be applied to the 2021 Offering. Thank you.

Dover Baptist Association Semiannual Meeting “Mission That Matters”
Sunday, April 25, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Registration opens at 2:30 p.m. Hybrid Meeting: Glen Allen Baptist Church & on Zoom 3028 Mountain Road, Glen Allen The Dover Semiannual Meeting will feature several of the recent Watson Mission Offering recipients. The Student Ministries Council will present a Hepler Scholarship recipient. Keynote Speaker: Honesty Liller, CEO, The McShin Foundation Honesty Liller is a in long-term recovery from a Substance Use Disorder since 2007 and a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist in VA. She is the Chief Executive Officer of The McShin Foundation, a non-profit authentic peer-to-peer Recovery Community Organization (RCO), that serves individuals and families with Substance Use Disorders. Honesty is a voice for those with addiction and their families through countless news articles, magazine stories, and TV interviews. To spend time with her husband, two children, and two doggies is a gift that keeps giving!
Meeting Messengers: Dover churches may send voting messengers to this meeting (see below). In addition to voting messengers, the Association invites any Dover Baptist and their guests to share in this inspiring meeting. Plan to attend by Zoom? Please register: www.doverbaptist.org/semiannual
Elect your Messengers! Article 4 of Dover’s Constitution states:
Each member church shall be entitled to send two messengers to Annual, Semiannual and special Called Association Meetings. A church that contributes at least $400 to the General Fund during the Association’s previous fiscal year shall be entitled to have three (3) messengers. An additional messenger is added for each additional $400 contribution to the General Fund up to a maximum of seven (7) messengers for any church.

Corinth Baptist Church seeks an Administrative Secretary (part-time) for approximately 16 hours per week. The candidate must be a person of integrity, devoted to Christ above all else. Should be dedicated to the work of the ministry as a competent professional person who can manage his or her time wisely. Must be a high school graduate, and skilled at writing and editing, possessing proficiency in grammar usage and style. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Previous experience using Quick Books and Servant Keeper preferred, but not necessary. If interested, email resume and contact information to office@corinthbaptist.us Please note ATTN: Personnel in the subject line. Mount Vernon Baptist Church seeks a Food Services Director (part-time). This person should be a strong Christian with experience & knowledge to oversee & implement food services. The candidate will be the lead facilitator for training all food service volunteers and will have supervisory responsibility over volunteers. The right candidate should have experience in meal planning, preparation & serving for large group. This position will report to the Associate Pastor for pastoral Care. Questions or to apply, contact Rev. Jerry Parker jparker@mvbcnow.org or call (804) 270-6600 x128 New Bethesda Baptist Church has an exciting vacancy for a Minister of Music (part-time). This position will average 15-20 hours per week. Primary duties include planning, coordinating, promoting and evaluating the Music Program of New Bethesda. Interested applicants email their cover letter and resume to personnel@newbethesda.org or contact the church office at 804-779-2101. Pioneer Baptist Church seeks an interim pastor (full-time) and a music director (part-time). For more information and/or apply, contact Steve Davis at (804) 318-1344 or email Office@pioneerbaptist.comcastbiz.net Walnut Grove Baptist Church seeks a Minister to Families (part-time). Responsibilities include: overseeing and leading in the development and implementation of comprehensive ministries for the children, youth and young adults. Visit www.doverbaptist.org/minister-to-families-part-time, or call (804) 746-5081 for more information. From our neighbors: Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church seeks Child Development Center Director (full-time). For more information, visit www.doverbaptist.org/child-development-center-director-full-time. The Caroline Detention Facility (CDF) seeks a Facility Chaplain. The role of the Facility Chaplain is to plan, direct and supervise all aspects of the detainee religious program, including approval and training of both lay and clergy volunteers from faiths represented in the detainee population. For more information, visit www.doverbaptist.org/facility-chaplain

Happy Easter!

June 7: Manakin, First Baptist Church Anthony Jones, Jr., Pastor; Travis Harris, Elizabeth Howell June 14: Mattaponi Indian Baptist Church Kevin Watkins, Pastor; Denese Davis June 21: Mechanicsville Baptist Church Tim Madison, Pastor; Dwight Hedges, Jean Dart, Julie Scott, Leslie Luck, Cooper Gossage, Melvin Anderson June 28: Mount Olivet Baptist Church Dale Ashley, Pastor; Claudia Phillips, Cindy Weston, Karen Morris, Alice Rusher Additional Prayer Concerns: Coronavirus victims and those caring for them. President Donald Trump and government leaders. All church leaders. Teachers and school administrators. Healthcare and food service workers. Law enforcement and other first responders, especially for safety.

100 Days of Prayer Led by: Northside Baptist Church “Our Nation at the Crossroads” July 26-November 3, 2020
A weekly prayer guide is posted on Northside’s Facebook page, visit www.northsideva.org for the Facebook link and more information, or call (804) 746-4952.

Operation Inasmuch Founder Visiting Dover David Crocker, Founder of Operation Inasmuch, has written a new book and will visit Dover on May 24 at 6:30 p.m. Please let the Dover staff know if you plan to attend. Learn more about Operation Inasmuch and David at: www.davidwcrocker.com

Dover Baptists gave $28,888.27 to the 2021 Leslie and Hazel Watson Offering for Dover Baptist Association Missions!
Each year Dover Baptists promote a local missions offering. Dover named its missions offering for Leslie and Hazel Watson, two faithful missionaries who served Christ and Southern Baptists in Japan for many years. When they returned to the United States, the Watsons served in this area, taking an active role in their local church and in Dover Baptist Association. Our 2021 Association Missions Offering supported local ministries. It also provided Dover churches the opportunity to nominate other ministries they deem worthy of our support.
Goal: $30,000.00 Received: $28,888.27
Ministry to Our Baptist Community
Inner City Ministry..................................................................$3,000 Tipi Wakan Ministries Partnership.........................................$5,000 Ministry to Ministers and Families.........................................$1,500 Central Virginia Raceway Ministries.........................................$500 Partnership Missions Scholarships..........................................$1,200 HopeTree Family Services…….……………………...…….…$900 ReEstablish Richmond………………………...………...…….$900 Good News Jail and Prison Ministry..........................................$500 The Pregnancy Resource Center of Metro Richmond.............$1,000 Cross Over Healthcare Ministry.................................................$625 National Alliance on Mental Illness (Central VA).....................$625 The Fix Ministry (addiction & mental illness)………...............$625 The McShin Foundation……………………………...………..$625 Hallelujah Grant Recipients
Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Richmond...............$1,000 Cornerstone Community Development (King William)….$1,888.27 Eastern Henrico FISH..............................................................$3,000 Moments of Hope Outreach Ministries...................................$3,000 Western Hanover Emergency Action Team (WHEAT)…......$3,000 Your generosity makes a difference for the ministries that received a gift from the 2021 offering. Thank you! The 2022 Leslie and Hazel Watson Mission Offering Goal is $28,500

from Interim Executive Director of Missions—Dr. Maria Lynn Pastors, Paper, Pandemics and Purpose

Special Event for Ministry Assistants Tuesday, August 10 — 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Luncheon in the Dover Conference Center Contact Sandy Weakley for more details: sandy.weakley@doverbaptist.org or call (804) 550-1980.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 BY MIKAYLA BARNES After tornadoes devastated towns in Kentucky and several other states, assessors are evaluating what needs there will be for volunteer teams and other support. Watch for updates [online: www.bgavdr.org/kentucky-tornadoes] if we are needed to deploy. Please consider giving to support the response and pray for those affected and those responding. Visit www.bgavdr.org/give-to-active-response to give for the Kentucky (and neighboring states) tornado response.

Central Virginia Raceway Ministries Needs Volunteers and Cookies Central Virginia Raceway Ministries (CVRM) is gearing up for race weekend: Saturday, August 13 and Sunday, August 14. CVRM helps race fans, vendors, workers, and others know Christ is present. We need many volunteers to make this ministry possible. If you can help set up the site, greet guests, give away cookies and water, serve as a chaplain, or otherwise share your talents, then help us engage a multitude of people one by one. Please contact Charles Ward at (804) 262-3612 or abcdward73@yahoo.com for more information and/or sign-up to volunteer. WE NEED COOKIES!! After an almost two year pause due to COVID, CVRM invites you to participate and asks for your help by making cookies. CVRM leaders ask that church mission groups, Sunday School classes, youth groups, and individuals make “homemade” cookies. Please bag these in small clear lock-style plastic bags, 2-3 medium sized cookies per bag. Put a label on the outside of each bag “compliments of _______ Baptist Church.” (Dover Baptists may bring their bags of cookies to the Dover Office, August 8-11, 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.)
Food Allergy Alert: CVRM appreciates all the cookies, but, if you use peanuts or a peanut product in your cookies, please note that on the bag. Please visit www.varacewayministries.org for more information.

Reminder: Videos for Leadership Development Conference are Available Visit www.baptistleaders.org to view all the videos.

Missions Awareness Day Tuesday, July 13, 2021, 11 a.m.–Noon North Run Baptist Church, 2100 Lydell Drive, 23228 Come learn about a ministry that begins in the Goshen Baptist Association and ends in AFRICA with a stop in Michigan along the way. Terry Graham and Joyce Salmon, Goshen Mission Stitchers, will tell about their most recent trip to Rockwood, Michigan, where the headquarters of Little Dresses for Africa is located. To assist the Stitchers in their portion of this ministry to African women and children, please consider bringing Girls Underwear, sizes 14, 16, 18 (briefs preferred); Cute Cotton Pillowcases and Fabric (not microfiber, not white or black); Flannel and Warm ‘n Natural 100% Cotton Quilt Batting; Financial Donations for the Stitchers to do the buying! Special notes: Registration is requested! We need to know the number of adults and children who will be attending. The children will have an age-appropriate session of their own. No food will be served. To register, contact Darlene Herod at her work number: (804) 289-8435 or the Dover office: (804) 550-1980.

Visit www.doverbaptist.org/resources/amo or call us at (804) 550-1980 for more information.

Carolyn Hollins Memorial Camper Scholarship The Dover WMU is now accepting applications for the Carolyn Hollins Memorial Camper Scholarship for Crossroads Camp. The application deadline is Wednesday, March 1. Visit www.doverbaptist.org/wmu to apply, or contact Beth Ward at (804) 262-3612 or Jessica Moore at (804) 787-4434 for more information.

Leslie and Hazel Watson Association Missions Offering

Daylight Savings Time ends on Sunday, November 6

Goal: $28,500

Received as of October 20:

$34,038.78

Thank You!!

Dear Dover Baptist Association Family, It has been an honor and privilege to serve you these last fourteen years. I believe God called me to help lead Dover through its transition to the next Executive Director of Missions. Now that this transition has been successfully completed, God has opened a new vocational door and called me away from Dover. Thank you for the many great memories, opportunities, and support. I will keep you and our Dover Baptist Association in my thoughts and prayers. My last official day with Dover will be January 5, 2023. Sincerely, Sam Duenckel

DEADLINE FOR WATSON GRANT APPLICATION FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 Visit www.doverbaptist.org/resources/amo/watson-mission-offering-grant-guidelines or call the Dover office at (804) 550-1980 for more information. Nominations for this grant must come from Dover churches on behalf of ministries and organizations of their choice.

You’ve Got Mail—Still want to?
While Dover continues to revise and update the mail list for the Dover Diary, we need your help! If you wish to continue receiving the Dover Diary by Mail—please respond by February 1, 2022. You can call us at (804) 550-1980 or email: dover.info@doverbaptist.org. If we do not hear from you by February 1, 2022, you will no longer receive the Dover Diary by USPS Mail.

Help Save Postage
If you would like to help Dover save postage money by receiving the Diary by email, please provide us with your email address. Thank you.

Inclement Weather Policy
Whenever Hanover County Public Schools close due to weather conditions, the Dover Association Office may also close or change office hours.

NASCAR Race Weekend Friday, September 10 & Saturday, September 11 NO COOKIES NEEDED FOR THIS RACE WEEKEND Raceway Ministries will need volunteers for Saturday only (the race on Friday is much shorter and fewer fans expected). Saturday shifts are 9:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m. Opportunities to serve under guest services, chaplains, and more. If you are interested in volunteering, or for more information, please contact Charles Ward at (804) 262-3612.

Dover Baptist Association Semiannual Meeting
**Sunday, April 26, 3:00-5:00 p.m.** (see Contingency Plan above) Registration opens at 2:30 p.m. Kentwood Heights Baptist Church, 2607 New Kent Highway, Quinton 23141 Dover churches may send voting messengers to this meeting (see below). In addition to voting messengers, the Association invites any Dover Baptist and their guests to share in this inspiring meeting.
Elect your Messengers! Article 4 of Dover’s Constitution states:
Each member church shall be entitled to send two messengers to Annual, Semiannual and special Called Association Meetings. A church that contributes at least $400 to the General Fund during the Association’s previous fiscal year shall be entitled to have three (3) messengers. An additional messenger is added for each additional $400 contribution to the General Fund up to a maximum of seven (7) messengers for any church.

2019 Hepler Scholarship Applications Due by March 15
Applications for the 2019 W. Paul Hepler Scholarship must be received in the Dover Office no later than Friday, March 15.
Download an application at www.doverbaptist.org or contact the Dover Office for an application or more information.

Inclement Weather Policy
Whenever Hanover County Public Schools close due to weather conditions, the Dover Association Office may also close or change office hours.

Student Addresses Wanted!

Many new high school graduates from Dover churches will seek more education. Baptist Collegiate Ministry provides a Christian community in higher education settings. We need your help! Dover’s Student Ministries Council wants to send a care package and information about Baptist Collegiate Ministry to every Dover high school graduate. Will you help us get their names and contact information? If someone in your family or your church family is graduating high school and will continue their education, please send the names and contact information to us. It would really help us to have the names and contact information by Friday, July 12. We promise to use that information only to send them the packages and help connect them with Baptist Collegiate Ministries. Email each student’s name, home address, email address, and the name of the college or school he/she will attend to ridgechurcheducation@gmail.com or mail it to our Student Ministries Council at the Dover office. Thank you!

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Monthly Dover Sunday School Director’s Meeting
Hosted by: Steve Smith Fourth Monday Night each month 6:30 to 8 p.m., Light supper provided Next meeting is March 25 At the Dover Office Building

2018 Annual Church Profiles
The 2018 Annual Church Profiles will be sent out January 2019. The deadline to receive them at the Dover office is the first week of February. You may also complete the Annual Church Profile online.

Always Something to Encourage YOU
Dover Women’s Event
Thursday, January 23, 2020 — 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Dover Office: 11006 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland 23005
We’ll be making scripture cards to put in a business card size box. All supplies furnished.
RSVP by email: sandy.weakley@doverbaptist.org by Thursday, January 16

Operation Inasmuch Training Saturday, January 25 – 9:30 a.m. to Noon Dover Conference Center
Please RSVP by Wednesday, January 22 by calling the Dover office at (804) 550-1980, or e-mail steve.smith@doverbaptist.org for more information.

Central Virginia Raceway Ministries Needs Volunteers and Cookies Central Virginia Raceway Ministries (CVRM), a partnership between Dover, Middle District, and River City Faith Network/Richmond Baptist Association, is gearing up for race weekend — September 20-21. CVRM helps race fans, vendors, workers, and others know Christ is present. We need many volunteers to make this ministry possible. If you can help set up the site, greet guests, give away cookies and water, act as a chaplain, or otherwise share your talents, then help us engage a multitude of people one by one. CVRM Volunteer Orientation will take place at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 10 at the River City Faith Network of the Richmond Baptist Association office. Please contact the Dover office to volunteer or get more information. As in the past, CVRM invites you to participate and asks for your help by making cookies. CVRM leaders ask that church mission groups, Sunday School classes, youth groups, and individuals make “homemade” cookies. Please bag these in small clear lock-style plastic bags, 2-3 medium sized cookies per bag. Put a label on the outside of each bag “compliments of _______ Baptist Church.” (Dover Baptists may bring their bags of cookies to the Dover Office, September 16-19, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.)
Food Allergy Alert: CVRM appreciates all the cookies, but, if you use peanuts or a peanut product in your cookies, please note that on the bag. Please visit www.varacewayministries.org — or contact the Dover office to volunteer.

Dover Office Closed
The Dover Office will be closed on Monday, September 2 for Labor Day.

Berea Baptist Church seeks a Part-Time Children’s Ministry Leader. This position will work cooperatively with the Senior Pastor and other Ministerial staff in carrying out the ministry of Berea Baptist Church. The Leader is charged with the leadership of Bible study, outreach and discipleship for children; as well as, lead in the discovery, recruitment, and development of leaders for this Ministry team. For consideration please contact the personnel committee at personnel.berea@gmail.com Hunton Baptist Church seeks a part-time Children’s Ministry Director. Visit www.doverbaptist.org/tag/church-jobs for more information, or call (804) 266-0100. Mount Olivet Baptist Church seeks a part-time Youth Minister. For more information, email youth.minister.search@mtolivetbaptist.org Mount Vernon Baptist Church seeks a full-time Associate Pastor to Students. This person will have a heart for relational youth ministry within the overall church vision. The role of the Associate Pastor to Students is to lead the church in cooperation with the Associate Pastor for Discipleship in developing and implementing a comprehensive program of ministry for all students sixth grade through college. For more information, or apply, please contact Clayton Carnall via email ccarnall@mvbcnow.org Poplar Springs Baptist Church seeks a part-time secretary. The office secretary serves as a support staff person, assisting the church ministry staff. Flexible work hours are offered for convenient on-site and off-site work. Compensation is offered in keeping with skills and experience related to duties. Church office located four miles east of Richmond International Airport on Charles City Road. Those wanting to be considered for this position should send resumes to the church office via FAX: (804) 795-1428 or mail to 5270 Charles City Road, Henrico, VA 23231. Walnut Grove Children's Learning Center is hiring for the following positions: Pre-school Teachers, Teacher Assistants (full and part-time), and a Cook (part-time). The cook position requires Serve Safe certification or must be willing to become certified upon hire. Kitchen experience in a pre-school or school is preferred. Email: office@wgclc.com or call (804) 730-6324 for applications.

Office Holiday Schedule The Dover office will be closed Monday, December 23, 2019 through Wednesday, January 1, 2020 for the holidays.

Virginia Church Library Association Coffee & Chat North Run Baptist Church
2100 Lydell Drive, Henrico
February 8, 2020 — 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Sponsored by: The Library Team of North Run Baptist Church
RSVP by February 7
Contact: Susan Swisher by email: nrbclibrary@gmail.com or by calling (804) 822-5885
The Coffee & Chat is open to all librarians and library workers.
We will have round-table discussions on various topics.
Those interested in beginning a church library ministry are
urged to attend! Come get acquainted with other
librarians in our area, ask questions, and share what’s
happening in your library!
You may bring duplicate books from your library for the
Sharing Table. Please make sure the copyright is not more than
10 years of publication. If you wouldn’t put it in your
library, please don’t bring it.

Church News Visit www.doverbaptist.org for all the Church News!
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Attention: Treasurers
Gifts for the 2019 Watson Association Missions Offering are due by: Thursday, October 31
Any gifts received after this date will be applied to the 2020 Offering. Thank you.

Walnut Grove Baptist Church seeks a full-time Family Ministries and Media Coordinator. This position will oversee and lead in the development and implementation of comprehensive ministries for the children, youth and young adults. Additionally, manage church wide digital strategy including website, social media, and on-line marketing. To apply, send resumes to personnel@walnutgrovebaptist.com. Deadline for receiving resumes is January 14, 2019.

Monthly Dover Sunday School Director’s Meeting Hosted by: Steve Smith November 25—6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Dover Office Building, Light supper provided

2020 VBS Curriculum Fair February 6-8, 2020 4th floor Kingsley Hall, 1500 N. Lombardy Street The Resource Center (Thursday preview 1-4 p.m., Friday 1-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. –2 p.m.). For more information, call (804) 358-8306 or visit www.resourcingchurches.com

Editor’s Note: Several Youth and Student Ministers in Dover churches were asked the following questions to see how Coronavirus (COVID-19) has temporarily, and potentially long-term, affected their ministry techniques. Lindsay Ray is the Minister for Students at Ridge Baptist Church, and Caleb Bittler is the Associate Pastor to Families & Youth at New Bethesda Baptist Church.
How have you stayed in touch with the youth group as a whole during the restrictions? How have you stayed connected individually? Lindsay: I have been using Zoom to meet with the group as a whole during the restrictions. We have been meeting on Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights. We have also gotten together for fellowship/game nights via Zoom as well. I have used text messages and direct messages via social media, mainly Instagram to stay in contact with individuals. The nice thing about using Instagram is that I can see when an individual is active so I know there is a greater chance of them seeing and/or responding to my message. Caleb: As far as connecting with the group as a whole goes, I've made much wider use of social media. We do a Zoom call Sunday evening, and I've been using Instagram Live Wednesday evening. I've also been using GroupMe to send out mass communications to students. I've also tried to ramp up my weekly communications to parents with MailChimp. Individually, I've simply tried to make more use of the old, reliable telephone. What are the biggest challenges you’ve faced? How did you overcome/deal with them? Lindsay: The biggest challenge for me has been finding the best way to communicate with my youth. Most of them have cellphones, so I can text them, which has been helpful, but they do not always respond, which can be frustrating. I have found that they are more likely to respond to individual text messages than a group text message, so I have been using group text only to send out messages about when we are meeting on Zoom, etc but have used individual messages to check in on them personally. The other challenge has been that not all of them are on social media or if they are, they are not all on the same platform so I have to remember who uses what platform so that I can reach them on that if I am having trouble getting a response via text message. So overall, the biggest challenge is that they do not all respond to the same method of communication, so I have to find what works for them as individuals rather as a group as a whole. The other challenge is that I think many of them are tired of getting on Zoom, so I try and mix it up and make it interesting by playing a variety of different screen games. I have also discovered that my more extroverted students are more consistent with joining me on Zoom than my more introverted students. To overcome this, I reach out to my introverted students individually when we are on Zoom to encourage them to get on and/or check in on them after the fact if they have not joined. Caleb: For me, I think the biggest challenge has simply been how uncharted this season has been. If I'm not careful, it can be crippling if I dwell too much on that. I can worry so much about what to that it keeps me from doing anything. Obviously, reminding myself that God's got this is a huge encouragement. I also saw this from Jon Acuff recently: Work so fast that fear can't keep up. So I've tried to make sure I'm simply doing my best to keep moving and not dwell too much on fears. What “God Stories” or blessings have you seen during this time? Lindsay: One blessing that came out of this is that some of the youth that were busy with other activities and unable to make our in person meetings prior to all this have joined in on our Zoom meetings because they are more available now then they were before. Caleb: A great blessing has been how connected and faithful to our church people have been. Students have also stayed committed to our weekly virtual efforts and that has been greatly encouraging. What are some things you’ve learned/experienced that you hope will carry over whenever the group can meet in-person? Lindsay: One thing that I learned from all this is that I was really relying on communicating with youth in person rather than via text messaging or other methods, and having that taken away has been hard. However, moving forward when we can meet in person again, I plan to do a better job of learning from them what methods they prefer to communicate on so that I can keep in touch with them better outside of in person meetings. Caleb: I think this season has been a reminder of a couple things for me. Be laser focused on your mission. At any moment your normal way of doing things can be turned upside down. What holds firm is your mission. Also, I've been reminded to celebrate even the smallest victories. Anything else you’d like to share? Lindsay: This experience has made me realize that there are many valuable tools for reaching digitally that I was not making good use of prior to these restrictions, and I hope/plan to continue to make use of them even after we are able to meet in person. I think that online communication is a valuable way to reach students who are unable to make in person meetings due to time conflicts, and I want to continue to use these methods after the restrictions are lifted. Caleb: I don't want to be naive, but I also don't want to be a constant source of doom and gloom. I've been working on being a source of positivity and hope.

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Resource Highlight: Fairmount Baptist Scholarship
The Fairmount Baptist Scholarship was established out of a very generous gift from the former Fairmount Memorial (later Spring Run) Baptist Church. When the church officially dissolved in 2017, Dover was one of the recipients of the remaining funds. The gift was intended for the creation of a new scholarship for ministry education. The Fairmount Baptist Scholarship provides funds for an individual or groups from Dover churches seeking training for traditional or nontraditional ministry. Funds from this scholarship are also available for an individual pursuing an opportunity to explore or expand his or her ministry calling. Applicants must be a member of a Dover church for at least a year. He or she must be seeking training for traditional or nontraditional ministry or pursuing an opportunity to explore or expand his or her calling. Priority will be given to new initiatives. Priority will be given to registration and training expenses. Transportation and lodging expenses will be considered. The maximum annual amount a recipient or group may receive is $1,500. Application Requirements: *Description of how the training will be used to explore and or enhance their ministry or call to ministry *A letter of recommendation from the pastor, a staff minister, or lay leader which demonstrates the applicant’s leadership in the ministries of the church. Recipients of this scholarship must provide a written report no later than six months following the time the funds were used. In this report, the recipients must share how the funds were used, how they are applying this training to their lives, and if/how the effectiveness of the training could be improved. This feedback will be used by the Fund Team to help evaluate future requests for the similar training. Visit www.doverbaptist.org/resources/grants-and-scholarships/fairmount-baptist-scholarship for more information and an online application.

Mail Fraud Alert
Mail was stolen from a Dover church's street mailbox several times recently. It seems as though there is a mail scheme in the Richmond area. They have been in contact with Henrico Co and the Postal Inspector. They can account for three times that they had mail stolen. The donor checks cleared the bank but not with the church’s endorsement. The last occurrence, they placed a camera in the mailbox. The suspect attempted to steal the mail on a Saturday night in December at 8:45 p.m. The church has a locked mailbox now. They know of five churches in Chesterfield affected by mail theft, and a nation-wide scam started in February 2018. The Postal Inspector with the United States Postal Inspection Service is Darshelle D. Thombs – she goes by D.D.
• D.D.’s phone number: (804) 418-6140 • D.D.’s email address: DDThombs@USPIS.gov • The case number to reference: 05505130

Church & Clergy Tax Seminar February 20, 2020 - 9:30 a.m. until Noon
Location: Virginia Baptist Resource Center
2828 Emerywood Parkway, Henrico 23294 Register: www.bgav.org/events Seminar runs from 9:30 a.m. until noon. All aspects of compensation will be covered to help minimize your risk and potential for substantial penalties resulting from non-compliance with State and Federal Tax Laws.
Cost for BGAV-member church: $15, Cost for non-BGAV-member church: $30

Dover Baptist Association 11006 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland

Operation Christmas Child Shoe Box Collection Schedule

Mon, Nov. 15: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 16: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Wed, Nov. 17: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thu, Nov. 18: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Fri, Nov. 19: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sat, Nov. 20: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sun, Nov. 21: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Mon, Nov. 22: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mount Vernon Baptist Church 11220 Nuckols Road, Glen Allen
Mon, Nov. 16: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 17: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Wed, Nov. 18: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Thu, Nov. 19: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 20: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sat, Nov. 21: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Sun, Nov. 22: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Mon, Nov. 23: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Road, Mechanicsville
Mon, Nov. 16: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 17: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wed, Nov. 18: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Thu, Nov. 19: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 20: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sat, Nov. 21: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sun, Nov. 22: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Mon, Nov. 23: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

May: Month of Prayer Emphasis 2022 Leslie and Hazel Watson Offering for Dover Baptist Association Missions

Leslie and Hazel Watson Offering for Dover Association Missions Grant Guidelines

Offering Goal: $28,500 (100% Benefits Missions & Ministries)
Ministry to Our Baptist Community
Inner City Ministry $2,500 Share ministry costs of Oregon Hill Baptist Center, Church Hill Wellness Center, and South Richmond Baptist Center to help meet spiritual and physical needs of some of the poorest inner city residents.
Famaden Memorial Institute Partnership $5,000 Help fund ministry projects or positions in partnership with Famaden Memorial Institute (Brewerville, Liberia, Africa) Standing Rock Reservation Ministry Opportunities $1,500 Help fund ministry projects and opportunities on the Standing Rock Reservation (North & South Dakota)
Ministry to Ministers and Their Families $1,000 Help pay for needs of Dover ministers and their families (e.g., counseling, unexpected bills, etc.)
Central Virginia Raceway Ministries $500 Share the costs of providing Gospel witness and ministry at Richmond Raceway
Partnership Missions Scholarships $1,000 Pay part of the cost of partnership missions trips to encourage more Dover Baptists to go.
Base Goal: $11,500
Ministry to Our Faith Community
Vulnerable/At-Risk Ministries $1,000 Contribute to ministries that help people who are our most vulnerable and at-risk neighbors; includes children in foster care, adults with special needs, refugees and immigrants.
Jail Ministries $500 Contribute to ministries that help people find true freedom in Christ
Medical Ministries $2,000 Contribute to ministries that help provide healthcare for marginalized persons
Pregnancy Resource Center Ministry $1,000 Help educate and minister to women and men facing difficult decisions regarding pregnancy and family planning.
Faith Goal: $16,000
Ministry to Our Greater Community
Community, Benevolent, Housing, and Other Ministry Grants $12,500
Grants that help local cooperative ministries serve the communities represented by Dover churches
Hallelujah Goal: $28,500

Purpose. Dover’s Leslie and Hazel Watson Offering for Dover Association Missions helps fund missions and charitable work outside of Dover’s budgeted expenses. The offering calls attention to missions and charitable work in and beyond the communities served by Dover churches. Association Missions Offering grants are intended to benefit work that complements, rather than duplicates, the work of Dover and its churches in keeping with our biblical values. Who May Apply. A Dover church that contributes to the association’s General Budget may apply on behalf of a tax-exempt ministry or organization that provides services—in keeping with our biblical values—to a people group in the community that church serves. Application Requirements. An application must include the following items: • A letter from the nominating church, or those empowered to act for the church, with minutes or other similar statement verifying the church’s nomination and the grant amount requested (the church should address the letter to the Association Missions Offering Team at Dover Baptist Association) • A description of the ministry or organization, including contact information and a description of how the grant would be used • The most recent annual report or some other supporting documentation that confirms the work of the potential grant recipient Any other information that might help the team evaluate the grant application. Permitted Grant Uses. The grant must be used for the direct benefit of the people served by the ministry or organization

(e.g., benevolent or program expenses). Grants may not be used for salaries or operating expenses other than those that directly benefit the people the ministry or organization serves. • The church must and its senior pastor must approve the nomination, including the amount requested, and affirm the above use. • Dover's Association Missions Offering Team has final approval on the award and nomination does not guarantee approval of a grant award; the Missions Offering Team may choose to award the amount requested or a different amount, up to $3,000, to a nominated ministry or organization and is accountable to Dover Baptist Association and its Executive Committee • Nominees are not limited to ministries or organizations sponsored by the Dover Baptist Association, its member churches, or other Baptist entities • Churches may nominate secular organizations if the nominee can demonstrate that it meets all other requirements Funding. Dover Baptist Association receives its offering through October 31 each year. Dover distributes Missions Offering grants after the offering closes on October 31. Follow Up. Within six months after receiving the grant, the recipient ministry or organization should provide a report to Dover and to the nominating church describing what happened to the money and what it accomplished or made possible. This report will be used by the Missions Offering Team to help evaluate future nominations for similar grants. Application Process. Completed nominations (see above) must arrive in the Dover office by the last business day of October for grants to be made by the end of the year.

Leslie and Hazel Watson Association Missions Offering

Goal: $30,000

Received as of October 23:

$23,606.60

Thank You!!

Dover Baptists gave $23,606.60 to the 2020 Leslie and Hazel Watson Offering for Dover Baptist Association Missions!
Each year Dover Baptists promote a local missions offering. Dover named its missions offering for Leslie and Hazel Watson, two faithful missionaries who served Christ and Southern Baptists in Japan for many years. When they returned to the United States, the Watsons served in this area, taking an active role in their local church and in Dover Baptist Association. Our 2020 Association Missions Offering supported local ministries. It also provided Dover churches the opportunity to nominate other ministries they deem worthy of our support.
Goal: $30,000.00 Received: $23,606.60
Ministry to Our Baptist Community
Inner City Ministry..................................................................$3,000 Tipi Wakan Ministries Partnership.........................................$5,000 Ministry to Ministers and Families.........................................$1,500 Central Virginia Raceway Ministries.........................................$500 Partnership Missions Scholarships..........................................$1,200 HopeTree Family Services…….……………………...…….…$900 ReEstablish Richmond………………………...………...…….$900 Good News Jail and Prison Ministry..........................................$500 The Pregnancy Resource Center of Metro Richmond.............$1,000 Cross Over Healthcare Ministry.................................................$625 National Alliance on Mental Illness (Central VA).....................$625 The Fix Ministry (addiction & mental illness)………...............$625 The McShin Foundation……………………………...………..$625 Hallelujah Grant Recipients
Child Evangelism Fellowship of Greater Richmond.............$606.60 Eastern Henrico FISH..............................................................$2,000 Mechanicsville Churches Emergency Functions (MCEF)......$2,000 Western Hanover Emergency Action Team (WHEAT)…......$2,000 Your generosity makes a difference for the ministries that received a gift from the 2020 offering. Thank you! The 2021 Leslie and Hazel Watson Mission Offering Goal is $30,000

Student Addresses Wanted!

Many new high school graduates from Dover churches will seek more education. Baptist Collegiate Ministry provides a Christian community in higher education settings. We need your help! Dover’s Student Ministries Council wants to send a care package and information about Baptist Collegiate Ministry to every Dover high school graduate. Will you help us get their names and contact information? If someone in your family or your church family is graduating high school and will continue their education, please send the following information to us: Student’s name Home address Email address Name of college or school attending Email information to: ridgechurcheducation@gmail.com or mail it to our Student Ministries Council at the Dover office. Thank you! Please send in the names and contact information by Wednesday, July 15. We promise to use that information only to send them the packages and help connect them with Baptist Collegiate Ministries.

Youth Ministers’ Lunch Thursday October 21, Noon — Panera at Bell Creek 7320 Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville All youth ministers are invited to join in this networking opportunity.

Office Holiday Schedule The Dover office will be closed Friday, December 23 through Friday, December 30, 2022 for the holidays.

Pray for the people of Uvalde, Texas

Location Change for the Executive Committee Meeting on July 14, 2020 Tuesday, July 14, 2020 — 7:00 p.m. Hunton Baptist Church 11660 Greenwood Road, Glen Allen
Due to social distancing requirements, the July Executive Committee will meet at Hunton Baptist Church. Please wear your mask in the building. The October Executive Committee may also be moved to Hunton Baptist Church; however, we will make that call closer to that date. Likewise, we will evaluate the status of the Annual Meeting, currently scheduled for October 25th at Walnut Grove Baptist Church closer to that time. We greatly appreciate your flexibility and support during this time of uncertainty and ever-changing situations.

2021 Mileage Rate Decrease On January 1, 2021, the standard mileage rates decreased to 56 cents per mile for business miles driven. For more information, visit: www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-issues-standard-mileage-rates-for-2021.

Upcoming Events Visit www.doverbaptist.org or call the Dover office: (804) 550-1980 for more information.

2022 Mileage Rate Increase On January 1, 2022, the standard mileage rate increased to 58.5 cents per mile for business miles driven. For more information, visit: www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-issues-standard-mileage-rates-for-2022.

Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God's wrath, for it is written: "It is mine to avenge; I will repay," says the Lord. On the contrary: "If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head." Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. (Romans 12:17-21 NIV)

Return Service Requested

Pray for the people of Ukraine

Daylight Savings Time begins on Sunday, March 13

Office Closed for Holiday The Dover office will be closed on Monday, January 17, 2022, in observance of Martin Luther King Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 18.

Annual Church Profile Update
The Annual Church Profiles (ACPs) are in the mail, or you can complete the form online. Questions? Please contact Sue Hall at the Dover office: sue.hall@doverbaptist.org or (804) 550-1980. Thank you!

Inclement Weather Policy
Whenever Hanover County Public Schools close due to weather conditions, the Dover Association Office may also close or change office hours.

We thank God for you! Merry Christmas Win, Sam, Sandy, Steve, and Sue

Upcoming Events Visit www.doverbaptist.org or call the Dover office: (804) 550-1980 for more information. Weekly Pastors Support Group Mondays, 9:30 a.m. or Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.

National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 6, 2021
The Dover Prayer Council is inviting everyone to stop and pray for our country on Thursday, May 6, 2021. We all know that corporate prayer is powerful and needed during this time of uncertainty. Please pass this date along to all members of your church.

College Worship Night Worship Begins at 7:30 P.M. All Richmond Area College Students Are Invited Locations: Monday, August 1 @ Grace Chinese Baptist Church 850 Broad Street Road, Manakin Sabot Tuesday, August 2 @ Cool Spring Baptist Church 9283 Atlee Station Road, Mechanicsville
For more information, contact Matt Boschen: mboschen@mvbcnow.org

Annual Church Profile Update If you have not completed your church’s Annual Church Profile (ACP), there is still time to complete it. Questions? Please contact Sue Hall at the Dover office: sue.hall@doverbaptist.org or call (804) 550-1980. Thank you!

Tipi Wakan Mission Trips Small teams of 4-6 people are needed for the following:
Construction/Repairs Team with WMUV May 23-29, 2021
Mission Immersion/Team Leader Orientation Trip June 26 – July 3, 2021
Please contact maria.lynn@doverbaptist.org for more information and to register.

Dover Ministry Assistants Luncheon

Dover Ministry Assistants Luncheon

All Ministry Assistants are invited to attend! Tuesday, August 9, 2022 — 11:30 am-1:30 pm Dover Conference Center, 11006 Lakeridge Pkwy, Ashland
We’ll enjoy fellowship, lunch, and also have a demonstration about fire safety! Since you are probably in the building more than anybody… Do you know the location of all the church’s fire extinguishers? Ever had to use a fire extinguisher?
Come and see a demonstration! RSVP by Tuesday, August 2. Call (804) 550-1980 or email: sandy.weakley@doverbaptist.org

All Ministry Assistants are invited to attend! Tuesday, August 9, 2022 — 11:30 am-1:30 pm Dover Conference Center, 11006 Lakeridge Pkwy, Ashland
We’ll enjoy fellowship, lunch, and also have a demonstration about fire safety! Since you are probably in the building more than anybody… Do you know the location of all the church’s fire extinguishers? Ever had to use a fire extinguisher?
Come and see a demonstration! RSVP by Tuesday, August 2. Call (804) 550-1980 or email: sandy.weakley@doverbaptist.org

Carolyn Hollins Memorial Scholarship Application deadline is Friday, March 25. Visit www.doverbaptist.org/wmu to apply, or contact Beth Ward at (804) 262-3612 for more information.

SHIELD Program: A Local Resource for Church Security
The Hanover County Sheriff's Office has a wonderful resource in the SHIELD Program -- providing timely information regarding scams and other threats that may endanger our communities. Dover Baptist Association has been a proud member of Hanover's SHIELD program for several years, and since Dover's churches are in 7 counties near Richmond (not just in Hanover) -- ALL are welcome to join the SHIELD Program. Visit www.hanoversheriff.com/362/HCSO-SHIELD-Program for more information.

Dover Baptists Award $10,000 Grant for Local Missions During the Executive Committee Meeting on October 11, Dover’s New Work Grant was awarded to Biltmore Baptist Church to build additional storage sheds to hold their surplus of donated clothes. Biltmore’s thriving clothes closet ministry was featured in the Richmond Times Dispatch on August 22, 2022. On the first Saturday that the Biltmore Clothes Closet was open, the racks were about 1/3 full. Fourteen people came. Five years later the number of racks has tripled and are filled to capacity. Volunteers spend two mornings a week hanging 50-75 bags and boxes of clothes-most donated by those outside of Biltmore. Many weeks volunteers are forced to stop before finishing because the racks are too packed to hang anymore. Most Saturdays now more than 200 people come for clothes. Most days, people wait in a line extending into the parking lot to go inside. All clothes are free, and many families leave with two or three large bags.

Dover WMU Annual Meeting (Join us to get re-energized about missions)
Thursday, May 13, 2021 North Run Baptist Church & Zoom 2100 Lydell Drive, Henrico, Virginia
7:00 p.m. Guest Speaker: Dr. Valerie Carter Smith, Executive Director/Treasurer of WMUV
Mission Project Focus: The WMUV will collect hygiene, family, and children's donation kits to deliver to Standing Rock this Summer! Visit for www.wmuv.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Standing-Rock-Kit-Flyer-.pdf for more information on how you and your church can participate. You can bring your items to the Dover WMU Annual Meeting.
Please register: www.doverbaptist.org/wmu/2021-registration

2021 Hepler Scholarship Applications Due by Monday, March 15
For the application and guidelines, visit www.doverbaptist.org/resources/grants-and-scholarships/hepler-scholarship contact the Dover Office for an application or more information.

Relentless: Living authentic faith in Christ

Operation Christmas Child: Because it’s more than a Shoebox

The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to provide God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world, and together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Thank you to all the individuals and church groups that packed shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child this past year. Every shoebox (you filled with gifts of school supplies, hygiene items, stuffed animals, toys, etc) is an opportunity to reach a child with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Shoeboxes are sent all over the world to over 150 countries including more than 50 hard-to-reach nations. Shoeboxes are used by the local churches to do outreach in their local communities. Over 1,000 churches are planted each year in part because of Operation Christmas Child. This was the second year that Dover served as a Drop Off Center for Operation Christmas Child. Special thanks to Harry and Anita Roy for serving each of the eight days the Drop Off was open. Additionally, we had 34 super volunteers who unloaded shoeboxes from vehicles, counted shoeboxes, prayed over the shoeboxes and filled cartons! In 2020, the Dover Drop Off Center received 1,859 shoeboxes....and this year we collected 3,490. Thank you for packing! Please contact me, if you have any questions about how you, your church, or organization can be involved in packing shoeboxes in 2022. – Sandy Weakley

Dover Announces the 2022 Paul Hepler Scholarship Recipient: Hannah Brown

Hannah Brown, a member of Indian View Baptist Church and the Upper Mattaponi Indian Tribe citizen, was awarded this year’s Paul Hepler Scholarship. An outstanding student, Hannah attends James Madison University, majoring in Education. She is the Social Outreach Leader for Rise Campus Ministry and Native American Student Association historian at JMU. As a member of the Crochet Club, Hannah often makes stuffed animals and distributes them around campus with encouraging messages and information regarding mental health resources. Congratulations Hannah!

Watson Mission Offering Update Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions, offering envelopes and printed materials for the Watson Mission Offering will be made available after restrictions are lifted. All of the materials are available online: www.doverbaptist.org/resources/amo The 2020 Watson Mission Offering Grant submission deadline is Friday, October 30.

The Dover WMU Council will have several vacant positions in May 2021. Please contact Michelle Brown (dmbrown6068@aol.com) or (804) 928-2927 if you are interested in serving on the Dover WMU Council. We need you to help keep our WMU going for the future generations. Please pray about being a part of this important Dover ministry. All you need is to love the Lord and have a desire to be On Mission for Him.

Dover WMU Council Meeting The Dover WMU Council will meet on Thursday, March 18 at 6 p.m. in the Dover conference room.

Come to the Table: A Virtual Conference to help you Move by Mission Saturday, March 13 | 10-11:30 a.m.
Whether you’re serving in missions leadership or just passionate about what God is doing in your community, join us at the virtual table on Saturday, March 13 from 10-11:30 a.m. to learn about WMUV and how to “Move by Mission” in an unpredictable time. This event will feature regional missions spotlights, breakout sessions with our mission strategists, door prizes, and a panel to help reenergize your mission.
Register: www.wmuv.org/come-to-the-table

BGAV Scholarships For more information and/or apply, visit: www.bgav.org/financial-resources/scholarships

COVID-19 Updates & Resources The following list is not an exhaustive list, but just a few recommendations. If you have other suggestions, please share them by email: sam.duenckel@doverbaptist.org. Thank you!
https://bgav.org/church-resources-amid-covid-19/
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/organizations/guidance-community-faith-organizations.html
http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/coronavirus/
https://www.churchlawandtax.com/web/2020/march/legal-considerations-coronavirus-church-gatherings.html
https://www.techsoup.org
https://churchmarketinguniversity.com/the-ultimate-coronavirus-guide-for-churches/
https://www.ubahouston.org/
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/livestream-church-service-practical-guide

CONTINGENCY PLAN
The April Executive Committee on April 14 will need to be held via Zoom (internet/phone conferencing) -- this Executive Committee will be necessary for a vote to reschedule the Semiannual Meeting to June 7, 2020. Instructions will be sent to all Executive Committee members at least two weeks in advance. The meeting will take place by Zoom, but those who cannot participate via the internet may still do so by phone. Please do not hesitate to contact Sam Duenckel with any questions by calling (804) 550-1980 or email: sam.duenckel@doverbaptist.org. Thank you!

Paper Shred & Cool Treats Tuesday, August 11 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Dover Baptist Association Parking Lot Bring up to 3 grocery bags of paper to shred. Enjoy a cool treat and awesome community.

Weekly Pastors Support Group Mondays, 9:30 a.m. or Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Pastors Health Network - Book Discussion “Celebration of Discipline”, by Richard J. Foster Tuesday, July 26, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., Dover Office

Operation Christmas Child Shoe Box Drop Off Collection Centers

Carolyn Hollins Memorial Camper Scholarship The Dover WMU is now accepting applications for the Carolyn Hollins Memorial Camper Scholarship for Crossroads Camp. The application deadline is Wednesday, March 1. Visit www.doverbaptist.org/wmu to apply, or contact Beth Ward at (804) 262-3612 or Jessica Moore at (804) 787-4434 for more information.

Dover Baptist Association 11006 Lakeridge Parkway, Ashland Mon, Nov. 14: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 15: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Wed, Nov. 16: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Thu, Nov. 17: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 18: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sat, Nov. 19: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sun, Nov. 20: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Mon, Nov. 21: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Mount Vernon Baptist Church 11220 Nuckols Road, Glen Allen
Mon, Nov. 14: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 15: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Wed, Nov. 16: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Thu, Nov. 17: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 18: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sat, Nov. 19: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sun, Nov. 20: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Mon, Nov. 21: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

New Bethesda Baptist Church 9019 New Bethesda Road, Mechanicsville
Mon, Nov. 14: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 15: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Wed, Nov. 16: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Thu, Nov. 17: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 18: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sat, Nov. 19: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sun, Nov. 20: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Mon, Nov. 21: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

If you are outside of Dover’s area, you can check www.samaritanspurse.org for additional Drop Off Collection Centers.

Operation Christmas Child Project Leader Workshop Location: Fairmount Christian Church, 6502 Creighton Road, Mechanicsville Date: Saturday, September 10, 2022 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Come join us in the kick off Operation Christmas Child 2022! We will be celebrating and sharing information and ideas for the upcoming season. There will be door prizes, free shoeboxes, and displays for you to enjoy. Optional: Bring some of your favorite crafts and instructions to show-off! We will be serving coffee and pastries with lots of fun and fellowship. RSVP to Sandy Weakley: sandyweakley@comcast.net

Deadline For Watson Grant Application: Monday, October 31

Visit www.doverbaptist.org/resources/amo or call the Dover office at (804) 550-1980 for more information. Nominations for this grant must come from Dover churches on behalf of ministries and organizations of their choice.

Congratulations ...to Stephen & Erika Kendrick upon the birth of their son, Jacob Daniel on September 18. Stephen serves as the Pastor of Black Creek Baptist Church.

Dover Baptist Association Annual Meeting
Sunday, October 24, 3:00-5:00 p.m. Registration opens at 2:30 p.m. Poplar Springs Baptist Church & Zoom* 5270 Charles City Road, Henrico Register for Zoom: www.doverbaptist.org/annual-meeting Theme: Dover Cares
As we prepare our hearts and minds for our Annual Meeting in which we will review and discuss key components of our association, including budget, nominations for key positions, new missions and ministry partnerships, etc., my prayer is that the Holy Spirit will continue to lead our efforts and our caring hearts as we make an impact for the Kingdom, often one life at a time. (Please see “Dover Cares” on page 2) Dover churches may send voting messengers to this meeting (see below). In addition to voting messengers, the Association invites any Dover Baptist and their guests to share in this inspiring meeting.
Elect your Messengers! Article 4 of Dover’s Constitution states:
Each member church shall be entitled to send two messengers to Annual, Semiannual and special Called Association Meetings. A church that contributes at least $400 to the General Fund during the Association’s previous fiscal year shall be entitled to have three (3) messengers. An additional messenger is added for each additional $400 contribution to the General Fund up to a maximum of seven (7) messengers for any church..

COVID-19 Vaccine Information The VDH has now posted a link to pre-register for the COVID– 19 vaccine. For more information, visit: www.vdh.virginia.gov/covid-19-vaccine

Congratulations ...to Todd & Susan Combee, the proud grandparents of Oliver James Combee, born August 11 to son Jacob and Shannon Combee. Todd is a former pastor of New Bethesda Baptist Church. ...Theresa and Rodney Altland, the proud grandparents of Oliver Steven Altland, born July 29 to son Eric and Kali Altland. Theresa is a former Church Secretary for Ridge Baptist Church.

Dover Office Closed July 4 The Dover office will be closed on Monday, July 4 for the holiday, and will reopen on Tuesday, July 5.

WMU Recycling Challenge:
We have earned Crossroads a recycling Bench! Everyone is invited to a Dedication event for the Bench at Camp CrossRoads on May 21, 2022 Time: 11:15 a.m. Location: Camp Crossroads 2247 Little Piney Road, Lowesville 22967
Lunch at 12 p.m. Cost: age 3 and under: free, age 4 to 7: $5, age 8 and up: $10
Visit www.doverbaptist.org/wmu for information and to download the flyer. You may pay online or by check. DEADLINE: Sunday, May 1 — non-refundable.
Collection by church/group:

2022 Mileage Rate Increase On July 1, 2022, the standard mileage rate increased to 62.5 cents per mile for business miles driven. For more information, visit: www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-increases-mileage-rate-for-remainder-of-2022

Berea	595	Walnut Grove	64.35
Mount Olivet	200.8	WMU Council	17.5
Antioch	145	Colosse	13.65
North Run	88.5	New Bethesda	10.2

Total during Challenge = 1,135 pounds Come be part of the dedication and see what Camp CrossRoads has to offer for you and your church groups!

Weekly Pastors Support Group Mondays, 9:30 a.m. or Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Pastors Health Network - Book Discussion “Celebration of Discipline”, by Richard J. Foster Tuesday, June 28, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., Dover Office contact Sam Duenckel: sam.duenckel@doverbaptist.org

Dover WMU “Benchmark” Event

Dover’s WMU collected over 500 pounds of recyclable plastic which was used in the material to make a new bench at Camp CrossRoads. The dedication took place, Saturday, May 21. Congratulations Dover WMU on a job well done!

May: Month of Prayer Emphasis 2022 Leslie and Hazel Watson Offering for Dover Baptist Association Missions Offering Goal: $28,500 (100% Benefits Missions & Ministries)
Ministry to Our Baptist Community
Inner City Ministry $2,500 Share ministry costs of Oregon Hill Baptist Center, Church Hill Wellness Center, and South Richmond Baptist Center to help meet spiritual and physical needs of some of the poorest inner city residents.
Famaden Memorial Institute Partnership $5,000 Help fund ministry projects or positions in partnership with Famaden Memorial Institute (Brewerville, Liberia, Africa) Standing Rock Reservation Ministry Opportunities $1,500 Help fund ministry projects and opportunities on the Standing Rock Reservation (North & South Dakota)
Ministry to Ministers and Their Families $1,000 Help pay for needs of Dover ministers and their families (e.g., counseling, unexpected bills, etc.)
Central Virginia Raceway Ministries $500 Share the costs of providing Gospel witness and ministry at Richmond Raceway
Partnership Missions Scholarships $1,000 Pay part of the cost of partnership missions trips to encourage more Dover Baptists to go.
Base Goal: $11,500
Ministry to Our Faith Community
Vulnerable/At-Risk Ministries $1,000 Contribute to ministries that help people who are our most vulnerable and at-risk neighbors; includes children in foster care, adults with special needs, refugees and immigrants.
Jail Ministries $500 Contribute to ministries that help people find true freedom in Christ
Medical Ministries $2,000 Contribute to ministries that help provide healthcare for needy persons
Pregnancy Resource Center Ministry $1,000 Help educate and minister to women and men facing difficult decisions regarding pregnancy and family planning.
Faith Goal: $16,000
Ministry to Our Greater Community
Community, Benevolent, Housing, and Other Ministry Grants $12,500
Grants that help local cooperative ministries serve the communities represented by Dover churches
Hallelujah Goal: $28,500

Reminder: Search Committee Surveys DUE The Dover Search Committee is seeking input from the associational leaders and all pastors of Dover churches concerning the expectations of the new Executive Director. We are seeking your thoughts and ideas concerning the following questions: 1. What are your expectations (work related) of the new Executive Director of Dover? 2. What qualifications would you desire that the new Executive Director should have? Please return your responses AS SOON AS POSSIBLE to the Search Committee by email: searchcommitteedba@gmail.com or mail to the Dover office: 11006 Lakeridge Pkwy, Ashland, VA 23005. Attention: Search Committee. Thank You!

Upper Mattaponi Tribe Host Pow Wow

The Upper Mattaponi Tribe (located near Central Garage in King William County) hosted their first Pow Wow in over two years on May 28 & 29. Most of the members of Indian View Baptist Church are also members of the Upper Mattaponi Tribe. Other tribes in the area participated, including the Chickahominy Tribe (and members of Samaria Baptist Church). It was an absolutely gorgeous weekend and plenty of people joined in the fun.

Student Addresses Wanted!

Many new high school graduates from Dover churches will seek more education. Baptist Collegiate Ministry provides a Christian community in higher education settings. We need your help! Dover’s Student Ministries Council wants to send a care package and information about Baptist Collegiate Ministry to every Dover high school graduate. If someone in your family or your church family is graduating high school and will continue their education, please send the following information to us: Student’s name, Home address, Email address, and Name of college or school attending. Email information to: dover.info@doverbaptist.org or mail it to our Student Ministries Council at the Dover office. Thank you! Please send in the names and contact information by Wednesday, July 13. We promise to use that information only to send them the packages and help connect them with Baptist Collegiate Ministries.

Scholarships Applications Due in March
The Paul Hepler Scholarship is due on Tuesday, March 15. Visit www.doverbaptist.org/resources/grants-and-scholarships/hepler-scholarship for more information and/or apply.
The Carolyn Hollins Memorial Scholarship is due on Friday, March 25. Visit www.doverbaptist.org/wmu for more information and/or apply.

NASCAR Race Weekend Friday, April 1 through Sunday, April 3
All volunteers or anyone interested in learning more about this ministry are required to attend an orientation/training session on Tuesday, March 22 at 7 p.m. - Dover Baptist Association, 11006 Lakeridge Pkwy, Ashland, and on Zoom*.
God provides opportunities to minister at Richmond Raceway. Dover, Richmond, and Middle District Baptists may respond. Pray for the ministry. Invite someone to volunteer with you. NO COOKIES NEEDED FOR THIS RACE WEEKEND.
Call Charles Ward at 804-262-3612 (please leave a message: name and number and Charles will call back) or e-mail abcdward73@yahoo.com and tell him you want to be a part of this ministry. *To register for Zoom, contact: sam.duenckel@doverbaptist.org

Spiritual Care Training (A BGAV Chaplaincy Training Event)
Dates: April 24-27 Location: Baptist General Association of Virginia 2828 Emerywood Pkwy, Henrico, VA 23294
Baptist Chaplaincy Relations will host a Spiritual Care Training Event on April 24-27 at BGAV for church leaders/staff. (Courses/registration information available at www.texasbaptists.regfox.com/2022-bgav-spiritual-care-training). The Dover Baptist Association will provide ten $50 matching scholarships for the first 10 pastors/leaders who sign up and turn in a copy of their registration. If you combine that with $50 from the BGAV, participants would only need to pay $50 for training that often costs over $400 when offered outside the Spiritual Care Training event. Contact Sam Duenckel at Dover to reserve your scholarship before registering for the conference; by email: sam.duenckel@doverbaptist.org or call (804) 550-1980.

Update on Recycling Challenge Goal: 500+ pounds Received as of October 18: 276.35 pounds Visit www.doverbaptist.org/wmu for more details.

Attention: Treasurers Gifts for the 2021 Watson Association Missions Offering are due by: Friday, October 29 Any gifts received after this date will be applied to the 2022 Offering. Thank you.

Dover WMU Annual Lottie Moon Christmas Tea
Sunday, December 5—2:00 p.m. Berea Baptist Church 15421 Pouncey Tract Road, Rockville
Sign up by: November 21 Send an email to: wmumission@aol.com subject: "WMU Christmas Tea"

Dover WMU Recycling Challenge September 1, 2021-February 15, 2022
How the Challenge Works?
Collect recycled items (all plastics must be clean, dry, and free of food residue)
Put all plastic collections in a CLEAR garbage bag
Weigh the full CLEAR garbage bag.
Deliver the collected plastic film to a participating retailer—NexTREX BOX (please contact store with larger amount) Virginia retailers: Food City, Food Lion, Giant, Harris Teeter, Kohl’s, Kroger, Martins, Shop’n Save, Safeway, Sprouts Farmers Market, Wegmans, Weis Markets
Email Sharon McKinley (WMUmission@aol.com) with weight, church/group name, and questions *Subject heading: “recycling bench”
GOAL
Collect 500 or more pounds to receive a Trex Bench for Camp Crossroads
Church/group with most pounds—name will be placed on the bench.
Visit www.doverbaptist.org/wmu for more information.

on Sunday, November 7

Associational Mission Trip to Standing Rock Orientation Meeting

When: Saturday, January 29, 2022 Time: 10 a.m.-Noon Location: Zoom Only
Dover is planning an associational mission trip to the Standing Rock Reservation (in North & South Dakota) in the Summer 2022. This orientation is required for anyone who plans to go either with a church group or individually. Registration: www.doverbaptist.org/mission-trip

Birthing a New Hands-On Ministry: FaithHammer by: Lori Prowant, Founder

After listening to a sermon series by Cool Spring Baptist Church Pastor Brad Hoffmann and being part of a disaster relief team in North Carolina following Hurricane Florence, Lori Prowant began to pray about starting a new ministry. She recently founded FaithHammer, a hands-on ministry to help with home repair and construction. “We will introduce people to Jesus simply by helping them at home,” explained Prowant. The goal is once fully operational, FaithHammer will qualify applicants for assistance, then recruit contractors to do the work. The FaithHammer team will prep for the work then wrap up at the end, making it easy for contractors to partner. To learn more about this emerging ministry and/or if you are interested in volunteering with FaithHammer, email Lori at faithhammer@comcast.net.

THANK YOU!!
268 bags collected for children in foster care
A BIG THANK YOU to all who helped collect bags for children moving around in foster care. 268 bags of all types and sizes were delivered to the Dover office over the past few weeks. Thank you for helping meet this need in our community.

Dover Baptist Association Elects New Executive Director of Missions

CONTINGENCY PLAN
If the Virginia Governor moves the state, or the Dover region, down to Phase 1 or 2, then the Annual Meeting will take place via Zoom. The Dover staff will notify all churches and leaders with the Zoom link and other information. Participating by telephone only is also an option. Please do not hesitate to contact the Dover office by phone: (804) 550-1980 or email: dover.info@doverbaptist.org with any questions. Thank you!

Annual Church Profile Update
The Annual Church Profiles (ACPs) are in the mail, or you can complete the form online. Questions? Please contact Sue Hall at the Dover office: sue.hall@doverbaptist.org or (804) 550-1980. Thank you!

I’m glad you asked...

Dover Office Closed July 5-6 The Dover office will be closed on Monday, July 5 for the holiday and on Tuesday, July 6 for a staff retreat. The office will reopen on Wednesday, July 7.

Good News Jail and Prison Ministry seeks a professional individual for data entry and related clerical work (part-time). Must possess strong computer skills – proficient in Microsoft Office products. This is a part time position with a flexible schedule and competitive salary. Office hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30-5pm. Email resume to HR@goodnewsjail.org

Carolyn Hollins Memorial Scholarship Application deadline is Thursday, March 28.
Visit www.doverbaptist.org/wmu or contact Michelle Brown at (804) 928-2927 for information and/or apply.

Sunday, October 10 Clergy Appreciation Day

Carolyn Hollins Memorial Scholarship for Girls & Boys — Summer Camp Application deadline is Friday, February 14. Visit www.doverbaptist.org/wmu or contact Michelle Brown at (804) 928-2927 for information and/or apply.

Sunday, October 13 Clergy Appreciation Day

Ministers’ Open House Dover ministers are invited to a Christmas Open House on Tuesday, December 17 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Dover office.
Please RSVP to dover.info@doverbaptist.org or call (804) 550-1980 by Monday, December 9

Deadline For Watson Grant Application: Friday, October 29

World Day of Prayer Monday, November 1—10:30 a.m. to Noon Mechanicsville Baptist Church 8016 Atlee Road, Mechanicsville

Visit www.doverbaptist.org/resources/amo or call the Dover office at (804) 550-1980 for more information. Nominations for this grant must come from Dover churches on behalf of ministries and organizations of their choice.

Leslie and Hazel Watson Association Missions Offering

How the Challenge Works?
Collect recycled items (all plastics must be clean, dry, and free of food residue)
Put all plastic collections in a CLEAR garbage bag
Weigh the full CLEAR garbage bag.
Deliver the collected plastic film to a participating retailer—NexTREX BOX (please contact store with larger amount) Virginia retailers: Food City, Food Lion, Giant, Harris Teeter, Kohl’s, Kroger, Martins, Shop’n Save, Safeway, Sprouts Farmers Market, Wegmans, Weis Markets
Email Sharon McKinley (WMUmission@aol.com) with weight, church/group name, and questions *Subject heading: “recycling bench”
GOAL
Collect 500 or more pounds to receive a Trex Bench for Camp Crossroads
Church/group with most pounds—name will be placed on the bench.
Visit www.doverbaptist.org/wmu for more information.

Goal: $30,000

The 2021 Watson Association Missions Offering closed on Friday, October 29. Any gifts received after this date are applied to the 2022 Offering. The final receipts and disbursement will be posted in the December 2021 Dover Diary. Thank you!

Received as of October 23: $28,508.27

Thank You!!

Visit www.doverbaptist.org/resources/amo or call us at (804) 550-1980 for more information.

Dover WMU Annual Meeting Thursday, May 14, 2020 New Highland Baptist Church 9200 New Ashcake Road, Mechanicsville
Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. Dinner: Roast beef, green beans, mashed potatoes, jello salad, rolls & pie
Dinner Reservations Required as there is limited seating: $7.00 (adults) $6.00 (children 3-10) by Thursday, April 30th. Make check to “Dover WMU” and mail to Anita Roy, P. O. Box 1182, West Point, VA 23181. Please add church name, contact person, address, phone number, and number of dinner tickets. For questions call Anita Roy (804) 843-4147.
4:00 p.m. Session Guest Speaker: IMB Missionary 7:00 p.m. Session Guest Speaker: Dr. Valerie Carter, WMUV Executive Director/Treasurer
Mission Project: The Dover WMU will be collecting paper products (paper towels, trash bags, paper plates, toilet paper, tissues, etc.) for CARITAS (Congregations Around Richmond To Assure Shelter) & The Doorways (Provide lodging and support for patients and their loved ones who need to be close to the hospital)

Congratulations to the 2020 Hepler Scholarship Recipient
The Student Ministry Council would like to congratulate Morgan Miller (Shalom Baptist Church) on receiving the 2020 Hepler Scholarship. Morgan will attend Christopher Newport University this fall.

Annual Business Meeting: 3-3:30 pm (Registration begins at 2:30 pm)

Elect your Messengers! Article 4 of Dover’s Constitution states:
Each member church shall be entitled to send two messengers to Annual, Semiannual and Special Called Association Meetings. A church that contributes at least $400 to the General Fund during the Association’s previous fiscal year shall be entitled to have three (3) messengers. An additional messenger is added for each additional $400 contributions to the General Fund up to a maximum of (7) messengers from any church. Others may attend also. Bring your messengers and others from your church to share inspiration and joy as we celebrate how Dover Baptists help reveal Christ by doing missions together.

BGAV Scholarships Through Cooperative Missions offerings, the Baptist General Association of Virginia (BGAV) provides scholarships and ministerial education funds for eligible Virginia Baptist students who need aid in financing their education. BGAV Scholarships and Ministerial Education Funds can help students earn an undergraduate degree, pursue undergraduate or graduate education in preparation for vocational ministry, or access training and continuing education opportunities. For more information and/or apply, visit: www.bgav.org/financial-resources/scholarships

Dover WMU AREA I Meeting Tuesday, October 1—10:30 a.m. to Noon Dover Baptist Church 635 Manakin Road, Manakin-Sabot Speaker: Laura Davis (WMUV) — Cannonball 2019 Trip. For more information, contact Cathy Williams (804) 752-2339 Lunch served after the program.

Positions Available Visit www.doverbaptist.org for all of the job openings.

Interest Meeting: Associational Mission Trip to Standing Rock Reservation

Dover Baptist Association is planning an association-wide mission trip to the Standing Rock Reservation next summer and hope you will join us! Dover has partnered with Tipi Wakan Ministries for the last 5 years and several of our churches make the trip to North and South Dakota each summer. Increased interest has led us to consider a trip if COVID-19 restrictions allow us to go. The interest meeting is for those who would like to know more about the ministry happening on the reservation and what is involved in serving on a mission team to Standing Rock. We hope you will join us! Please RSVP for one of the interest meetings by calling the Dover office at (804) 550-1980 or email: dover.info@doverbaptist.org Please let us know if you plan to attend in-person or on Zoom. Thursday, November 5, 2020 Meeting Option 1: 10 - 11 AM Location: the Dover office* or Zoom *the Dover office is limited to the first 15 people Meeting Option 2: 6-7 PM Location: Ridge Baptist Church or Zoom 1515 Eastridge Rd, Henrico 23229

2020 Hepler Scholarship Applications Due by March 13
Paul Hepler served as Dover Baptist Association’s second Director of Missions. Dover awards an annual scholarship in his name, to a Dover Baptist student pursuing a college or graduate degree. Applications for the 2020 W. Paul Hepler Scholarship must be received in the Dover Office no later than Friday, March 13. To apply online, visit www.doverbaptist.org/resources/grants-and-scholarships/hepler-scholarship or contact the Dover Office for more information.

236th Annual Meeting Sunday, October 27, 3:00 -5:00 p.m. Registration opens at 2:30 p.m. Shalom Baptist Church 8116 Walnut Grove Road, Mechanicsville, 23111 Featuring: Moments of Hope Ministries (serves homeless persons and is a local food pantry)
Elect your Messengers! Article 4 of Dover’s Constitution states:
Each member church shall be entitled to send two messengers to Annual, Semiannual and Special Called Association Meetings. A church that contributes at least $400 to the General Fund during the Association’s previous fiscal year shall be entitled to have three (3) messengers. An additional messenger is added for each additional $400 contributions to the General Fund up to a maximum of (7) messengers from any church. Others may attend also. Bring your messengers and others from your church to share inspiration and joy as we celebrate how Dover Baptists help reveal Christ by doing missions together.

Featuring Hands-On Mission Project

Location: Northside Baptist Church 7600 Studley Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23116 Note: You may also call Northside Baptist Church at (804) 746-4952.

www.doverbaptist.org PO Box 6128, Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 550-1980