Executive Board
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Executive Board emphasizes the importance of safeguards at May meeting
May 21, 2019
During the Texas Baptists Executive Board meeting May 20-21, outside experts, as well as convention leadership, staff, and officers repeatedly emphasized the importance of safeguards to protect those at church.
Executive board renews commitment to sexual abuse prevention training for churches
Feb. 19, 2019
During the February meeting of the Executive Board, members voted to approve the allocation of $100,000 from the J.K. Wadley Endowment Fund to continue providing to churches sexual abuse prevention training and resources through a relationship with MinistrySafe. Executive Director David Hardage addressed the recent reports on sexual abuse in Southern Baptist churches.
BHFSA presents $1 million grant, 2019 budget approved at September board meeting
Sept. 25, 2018
During the September meeting of the Baptist General Convention of Texas Executive Board, the Baptist Health Foundation of San Antonio (BHFSA) presented a $1 million grant to Texas Baptists focused on church and church leaders’ health initiatives in South Texas.
Leadership Texas Baptists cohort 3 recognized at Executive Board Meeting
May 29, 2018
The third cohort of Leadership Texas Baptists was honored during Texas Baptists’ Executive Board Meeting on May 21. The graduation celebration, held during Monday evening’s session, awarded and recognized the 11 emerging young leaders for their hard work and dedication during the nine-month long program.
Executive Board affirms statement of peace at May meeting
May 22, 2018
During the May 22 meeting of the Baptist General Convention of Texas Executive Board, members affirmed a statement from Executive Director David Hardage encouraging Texas Baptists to seek peace in the midst of violent times in America.
Executive Board aims for agility in meeting needs, reaching next generation for Christ
Feb. 20, 2018
The Executive Board of the Baptist General Convention of Texas approved a motion on Tuesday to form a committee to research ways in which the Convention could be more agile in response to emerging needs.
Executive board approves 2018 proposed budget, sale of UT BSM building
Sept. 27, 2017
During the September meeting of the Baptist General Convention of Texas Executive Board, directors approved numerous recommendations including the proposed 2018 budget, the sale of The University of Texas Baptist Student Ministry property and a loan for the Baptist University of the Americas.
May meeting of Executive Board includes finale of uplifting outcomes
May 23, 2017
The May Executive Board meeting closed Tuesday with success stories shared by a number of Texas Baptists staff.
Texas Baptists form chaplaincy partnership with Virginia Baptists
Feb. 27, 2017
At the Texas Baptists executive board on Feb. 22, a recommendation was approved to begin a partnership for chaplain endorsement on behalf of the Baptist General Association of Virginia (BGAV).
Executive Board announces financial support for pastors, approves new chaplaincy partnership
Feb. 22, 2017
We must stay centered, keeping our hearts and our minds on Jesus.
Executive board approves 2017 proposed budget, other business for upcoming Annual Meeting
Sept. 29, 2016
The Executive Board of the Baptist General Convention of Texas convened September 26-27 in Dallas and approved numerous recommendations including the 2017 proposed budget of $36.638 million.
Executive Board hosts graduation of emerging young leaders, revises administrative support policies
May 25, 2016
On Monday night of the May 23-24 Executive Board meeting of the Baptist General Convention of Texas, ten individuals received trophies and certificates of graduation from the first cohort of Leadership Texas Baptists.
Executive Board approves preventative education and training regarding clergy sexual misconduct
Feb. 25, 2016
In a proactive approach to address clergy sexual misconduct through prevention education and training, the Executive Board of the Baptist General Convention of Texas voted to revise current policy at the recent February 22-23 board meeting.
Executive Board recommends $35.42 million budget for 2016
Oct. 1, 2015
At the Sept. 29 business session of the Baptist General Convention of Texas Executive Board, it was unanimously approved to recommend a 2016 net budget of $35.42 million to messengers at the Nov. 8-10 Annual Meeting.
Executive Board encouraged by testimonies of BSMs, discuss church planting increases
May 28, 2015
Baptist Student Ministry directors are being missional on college campuses, a place not like any other in America, Bruce McGowan, director of Collegiate Ministries shared with Executive Board members on Monday, May 18, during their May board meeting in Dallas.
Hardage announces convention restructure to BGCT Executive Board
Feb. 23, 2015
Texas Baptists is preparing for a convention reset, Executive Director Dr. David Hardage announced at the Feb. 23 Executive Board meeting in Dallas, as they seek to best serve the state and churches in an ever-changing world.
Executive Board approves purchase of BUA property
Oct. 1, 2014
During the September 29 business session of the Baptist General Convention of Texas Executive Board, it was unanimously approved for the convention to purchase 12.87 acres of land in San Antonio currently owned by the Baptist University of the Americas.
Executive Board approves building sale, agreement with STSCS
May 20, 2014
Baptist General Convention of Texas Executive Board convened on Mon., May 19, and Tues., May 20. Several decisions were made, including the sale of the BGCT's Dallas facility to Baylor University for $16 million.