Manitoba Baptist Association Inc.

The Manitoba Baptist Association Inc. (MBA) is a Canadian nonprofit organization and registered charity dedicated to supporting and fostering fellowship among North American Baptist churches in Manitoba. The association functions as a collective body of recognized Baptist congregations within the province, currently comprising 17 member churches.

History and Overview

The MBA operates under the auspices of the North American Baptist Conference's Northern Plains Region. It serves as an organizational and spiritual hub for its member churches, providing leadership and guidance through a team of laypeople and pastors. The association emphasizes active ministry involvement across a diverse demographic, including children, youth, families, men, and women. Additionally, it places significant focus on church health and church planting initiatives.

Mission and Activities

The core mission of the Manitoba Baptist Association is to promote the spiritual welfare of the congregations within its membership and to enhance the Christian faith throughout Manitoba. This is accomplished through various ministries and support services:

• Ministry Programs: The association runs vibrant ministries tailored to different community segments, such as specialized programs for children, youth, men, women, and families.
• Church Health and Planting: A developing emphasis on strengthening existing churches and establishing new congregations is a key aspect of MBA’s work.
• Women’s Ministry: MBA Women’s Ministry encourages fellowship, communication, support, and mutual encouragement among women in the association.
• Affiliate Ministries: The association oversees or affiliates with several nonprofit Christian facilities and camps, including:
  • Meadowood Manor, a residential facility for seniors.
  • Waters Edge Bible Camp, a Christian camp and retreat center located in Duck Mountain Provincial Park.
  • Camp Nutimik, a Christian camp and retreat center located in Whiteshell Provincial Park.

Governance and Resources

The MBA is governed by a Leadership Team composed of both laypersons and clergy from its member churches. It maintains transparency and organizational structure by making available annual reports, meeting minutes, salary guidelines, and other resources to its constituents.

Charitable Status

The Manitoba Baptist Association Inc. is registered as a charitable organization under Canadian federal regulations with the business registration number 119030120RR0001. Its charitable focus is classified under the category of advancement of religion within Christianity.

Online Presence

The association maintains an online presence through its website, where information about its member churches, ministries, resources, news, and affiliate ministries is accessible to the public.

This profile underscores the Manitoba Baptist Association Inc.’s role as a pivotal faith-based organization nurturing the spiritual lives of Baptist communities across Manitoba, supporting their growth and service within the broader Christian context in Canada.