Big Ministry in Small Towns Summit

Rio Grande Valley

August 2, 2025

First Baptist Church Weslaco
600 S Kansas Ave • Weslaco, TX
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Reaching the Community for Christ

The Big Ministry Small Town Summit is designed to engage, encourage, and equip leaders that serve small towns and communities. The goal of Big Ministry Small Town Summit is to see smaller towns of Texas filled with Great Commission, Great Commandment churches and Christian workers for the glory of God.

This Summit is designed to encourage, equip, and engage pastors, laypeople, and churches in small towns. These regional Summits bring together pastors, ministry leaders, and laity to learn, pray, and strategize together for the advancement of the gospel. Ample time will be provided for discussion, meals, fellowship, and prayer.

Schedule

Saturday

8:30–9:00 am

Arrival & Registration
9:00–9:15 am

Welcome & Introductions with Praise and Worship
9:15–10:45 am

Track Time 1

  • Laity General Session – Reading the Bible to Teach (English and Spanish)
  • Pastor’s Session 1 – Resign or Re-Sign: Which Should I Do?
10:45–11:00 am

Coffee Break
11:00 am–12:00 pm

Track Time 2

  • Laity Breakout Sessions – Age Appropriate Teaching Techniques for Effective Ministry (English and Spanish)
    • Elementary
    • Middle & High School
    • Adult Sunday School
  • Pastor’s Session 2 – Seeing the Valley Through Jesus’ Eyes
12:00–12:30 pm

Closing Session and Prayer

Sessions

Laity Sessions

Studying the Bible to Teach It – Dr George Evans (English) and Pastor Adan Rodriguez (Spanish)

Effectively teaching the Bible requires different preparation than personal Bible study. This session will equip Bible teachers with study and preparation techniques to help others grow spiritually. We will learn advanced methods for delivering impactful biblical teaching through a thorough understanding of scriptural interpretation, considering historical, cultural, literary, and origin contexts. 
 

Age-Appropriate Teaching Techniques for Effective Ministry 

Effective teaching of school-aged children requires varied approaches. These breakout sessions will equip you with age-appropriate and proven techniques to effectively share the Gospel. Learn methods tailored to different age groups to maximize your impact.

  • Elementary Aged Students
    • English: Brooklyn Craig
      Spanish: Dinorah Barron
  • Middle & High School-Aged Students
    • English: Delilah Camacho
      Spanish: Yulia Molina
  • Adult Sunday School
    • Bilingual: Yvette Morales
       

Pastor’s Sessions

Led by Dr. Ira Antoine, Director, Bivocational Ministry, Texas Baptists

Session One – Resign or Re-Sign: Which Should I Do?

Pastors sometimes question their calling due to the overwhelming demands and challenges of ministry. This session will openly discuss the reasons why some pastors feel like quitting yet feel compelled to persevere in their work of shepherding. 
 

Session Two – Seeing the Valley Through Jesus’ Eyes

In this interactive session, we'll explore how shifting our perspective to see our neighborhoods and communities as Jesus sees them can revolutionize our approach to ministry and outreach. Through Scripture reflection, we'll discover how Christ's compassionate gaze reveals both the deep needs around us and the unique opportunities we have to share His love. 
 

I am Texas Missions | Mary Hill Davis Offering | WMU of Texas

This summit is made possible through the generous gifts to the Mary Hill Davis Offering for Texas Missions.