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more streamlined approach to
conducting the business of the
Association.
Changes to Article III, Duties
of Officers
In general, these changes
placed the responsibility for the
agenda of the Board and the
Association with the President
of the Association. Also, respon-
sibility for advising the Secre-
tary of the Association on the
records of the MBA was moved
to the Executive Committee of
the Board of Trustees. In addi-
tion, the Treasurer actions in
disbursing funds were also
placed under the President as
duly authorized by the Board of
Trustees.
Finally, the duties of the
State Missionary were brought
into alignment with the other
changes made in this area.
Change to Article IV, The
Board of Trustees
One item was approved by
the Messengers that dealt with
the Board in general. An amend-
ment to the By-laws was ap-
proved that allowed for “virtual
meetings” (special meeting con-
ducted by electronic means) of
the Board.
There were a few other
amendments in minor areas to
clarify issues that the other
changes effect.
Proposed Changes to the Arti-
cles of Incorporation of the
Association
The following is not a
This year’s annual meeting
was a blessing to those who
attended. The messages of Dr.
Doug McLachlan were a great
encouragement, and an exciting
reminder of the Centrality of our
Lord, Jesus Christ. The messen-
gers were blessed by the fellow-
ship and the hospitality of the
host church, Community Bap-
tist, New Prague, and Pastor &
Mrs. Stephens.
Election Results
Pastor Jerry Stephens
(2015) was re-elected to another
term as President of the Associa-
tion.
The members of the Nomi-
nation Committee for 2013 are
Pastor Bart Goetz; Pastor
Dwight DePenning; Pastor
David White; Pastor V. Richard
Jensen; Pastor James Snow; Dr.
Cary Flinck; Pastor Joe Haynes;
and Mr. Dave Van Loh.
The members of the Reso-
lutions Committee for 2013 are
Pastor Todd Williamson; Pastor
Rob Adams; Pastor Joe Haynes;
Dr. Timothy Barr; Dr. Kevin
Bauder; Pastor Mark Fish; and
Pastor Michael Verway.
The members of the MBA
Trustees, Class of 2015 are Dr.
Tim Barr; Pastor Shad Vork;
Pastor Steve Brower; Dr. Robert
Fuller, Jr.; Dr. Lee Ormiston;
Mr. Brian Boldt; Dr. Julian
Suarez.
The members of the Pills-
bury Trustee, Class of 2015 are
Pastor Rob Adams; Pastor Ge-
rald Stephens; Pastor James
Snow; and Pastor Joe Haynes.
Approved Resolutions of the
Association
The following is not a
quote of the resolutions but
merely a report. The messengers
of the MBA approved three
resolutions at their annual meet-
ing this summer. The first was a
statement of appreciation to the
host church, Community Baptist
of New Prague, and pastor, Pas-
tor Jerry Stephens, and to Dr.
Doug McLachlan, the speaker
this year.
The second resolution af-
firmed the Association’s Con-
fession of Faith statement on the
sinfulness and condemnation of
man before God. It then went on
to note from Scripture that the
sexual perversion of homosex-
ually rightly belongs under
God’s condemnation. The Asso-
ciation went on the stipulate that
it will not recognize such civil
unions or homosexual mar-
riages.
Finally, the Messengers
approved a resolution upholding
the Biblical criteria for Pastors
and Deacons. Consequently, the
association does not ordain or
call women to the pastorate.
“We observe and promote local
church ministry roles for women
that are not scripturally reserved
for men.”
Adopted Amendments to the
Bylaws of the Association
The following is not a
quote of the amendments but
merely a report. The MBA ap-
proved several changes in the
By-Laws of the Association and
its Board. These changes dealt
with areas of the By-laws that
needed adjustment to reflect a
Report from the Annual Meeting
A PUBLICATION OF THE MINNESOTA BAPTIST ASSOCIATION
August 22, 2012 Volume VI, Issue 4
North Star Update
Calendar
September 14-15: MBA
State Men’s Fellow-
ship, Camp Friendship
October 20: Fall Twin Cit-
ies Ladies Luncheon,
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
January 21: MBA Trustees
meetings: 12:00 p.m.
Executive Committee;
3:00 p.m. Full Board
Inside This Issue:
Fellowship Foundations 2
Sandcreek Building 2
Juvinall Farewell 2
State Men’s Retreat 3
Flash News 3
Continued on page 3
After our somewhat mild
winter, what to expect for
summer? It all depends upon
which part of the Country in
which you live. Heat in the
winter, air-conditioning in the
summer gives us needed res-
pite from uncomfortable
weather conditions. My A/C
compressor in my car failed
me recently, and the Lord
provided a new one at cost,
and no labor to install. Actu-
ally, He used a human instru-
ment to accomplish that!! -
for which we do thank the
Lord.
June was down some-
what on invitations from
churches, but we enjoyed the
visits we were allowed to
make.
June 17 – We visited
services at First Baptist,
Spring Valley, Pastor Joe
Haynes (Cathy).
We have many friends
there, and are excited with
them for the working of the
Lord in that church.
June 22, 23 – I attended
the Board Meeting for Pills-
(www.wausaubiblechurch.co
m). In addition to serving the
Inver Grove Heights congre-
gation, Pastor Chris Juvinall
led the annual Parent/Teen
Conference held each January
at First Calvary. The confer-
ence was utilized by many
churches within the MBA.
Recently, the First Cal-
vary Baptist Church held a
farewell event for their long-
time assistant pastor, Chris
Juvinall. Pastor Chris and
Julie Juvinall relocated to
Wausau, WI where Pastor
Chris assumed the responsi-
bilities of senior pastor at the
Wausau Bible Church
Fellowship Foundations
By: Rev. Robert J. Fuller, Sr., State Missionary
First Calvary Inver Grove Bids Farwell to Juvinalls
Preparations for Building for Sandcreek Baptist
blessing that there is
a good functional
well on the prop-
erty. The church
anticipates building
in the next three to
five years as the
property is paid off.
The church is in the
planning stage.
On June 23, the aban-
doned house on the property
owned by Sandcreek Baptist
Church was burned to the
ground. The Jordan Fire De-
partment used the house for
training. They spent about
one hour doing practice burns
and then let it burn to the
ground. This saved the church
thousands of dollars for dump
removal from the site. The
place where the house sat will
likely be a parking lot. It is a
Page 2 North Star Update
bury Baptist Bible College as
an ex-officio member. The
meeting was held at Commu-
nity Baptist Church, New
Prague. The balance of the
day was for the purpose of the
Annual Meeting of the Min-
nesota Baptist Association.
Again, I attended those ses-
sions as ex-officio member. It
is encouraging to see the en-
thusiasm of pastors and
church members (messengers
appointed by their local
Continue to page 4
Association will be held in
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota at
Berean Baptist Church. The
church is at 8825 West
Broadway. Pastor Cary Flinck
invites everyone to attend
next year. Set aside these
dates for next years meeting:
June 28-29, 2013. There will
be much more information
coming in the new year.
Pillsbury Campus
Dr. Robert Fuller, Jr.,
Chairman of the Board of
quote of the proposal but
merely a report. The Board of
Trustees recommended a
change to the Articles of In-
corporation of the MBA. It
dealt with the manner of ap-
pointment of the State Mis-
sionary. This change was
read, and will be voted upon
at next year’s annual meeting.
2013 Annual Meeting
The 2013 Annual Meet-
ing of the Minnesota Baptist
Annual Meeting, from page 1
Page 3 Volume VI, Issue 4
P i l l s b u r y
Baptist Bible College ad-
dressed the messengers on the
status of the campus. The
campus is now the property of
the Community Resource
Bank of Northfield, Minne-
sota. Dr. Fuller related the
disappointment of the Board
over not being able to sell the
campus. However, he stressed
that the Lord was in control.
The Board is now considering
how best to address the re-
maining issues before it.
week services these two
Wednesdays. The regular sup-
ply, Ron Gotzman, was ill.
July 29 – We visited Har-
vest Baptist, Redwood Falls,
Pastor Dwight DePenning
(Shiela). Pastor gave me time to
give a report of recent decisions
in the Association. Rhoda and I
had great fellowship with all
the folks there once again.
August 5 – Supplied the
pulpit at Rockford Baptist,
Rockford, Pastor Roger Louks
(Sherrie) as pastor and Sherrie
were on a vacation trip to
Michigan. We always have
great fellowship with our
friends there, and luncheon (full
meal with everything and des-
sert) was greatly enjoyed. They
even sent home some leftovers
from the meal.
churches) for the future of the
MBA.
July 8 – Following an
enjoyable Fuller Family Reun-
ion in Indiana, I was privileged
to supply the pulpit at First
Baptist, Preston, Pastor Geno
Pyse (Michelle). It is always a
privilege to fellowship again
with those folk. We enjoyed a
carry-in dinner before the after-
noon Service.
July 15 – We took the
occasion to visit the Evening
Service at Berean Baptist, pas-
tor Cary Flinck (Nancy). Pastor
Flinck acknowledged our pres-
ence as State Missionary for
which I was very appreciative.
July 25 and August 1 – I
was asked by the deacons of
our home church, Coon Rapids
Baptist, to conduct the mid-
August 12 – Again I had
the privilege to supply the pul-
pit at First Baptist, Preston,
Pastor Geno Pyse (Michelle)
while they were on vacation.
Not only did we appreciate that
opportunity, but driving
through the hills of “bluff coun-
try” on Sunday morning was
beautiful. The folks there al-
ways treat us royally and are
very responsive to God’s Word.
Thus far, our schedule
ahead includes enjoying the
candidate for the pastorate at
Coon Rapids and participating
in the ordination council for our
grandson, Rob Fuller, III, at
Derby, Kansas. If there is any-
thing I can do for you, or be of
help to your ministry, please
contact me.
Fellowship Foundations, from page 2
A PUBLICATION OF THE MINNESOTA BAPTIST ASSOCIATION
PO Box 527 Willmar, MN 56201-0527
We’re on the web! http:www.mbaoc.org
MBA Contacts
Minnesota Baptist Association
Rev. Gerald Stephens, President
Community Baptist Church
PO Box 212
New Prague, MN 56071
(952) 758-3287
State Missionary
Rev. Robert Fuller, Sr.
1549 118th Lane NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55448
(763) 568-4078
MBA Office
Minnesota Baptist Association
PO Box 527
Willmar, MN 56201-0527
Send Contributions to:
Mr. Brian Veth, MBA Treasurer
c/o Coon Rapids Baptist Church
11164 Hanson Blvd.
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Send Update Articles and Pictures to:
North Star Update Editor
315 S. Payne St.
New Ulm, MN 56073
(507) 354-3323
