Barnabas Enrichment Ministries
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Small Church Enrichment Conference — Kokomo, IN
Join BEM for the 2026 Small Church Enrichment Conference—a free, one-day gathering for pastors, church families, and missionaries.
Be Encouraged. Be Equipped. Be Refreshed.
2026 Theme: Enjoying Intimacy with God
Every local church has a vital ministry, regardless of its size. Yet shepherding with limited resources while nurturing your own walk with the Lord can be demanding. This conference offers a dedicated day to reconnect with God, gain practical encouragement, and build meaningful fellowship.
Come ready for biblical teaching, prayer, practical guidance, and uplifting fellowship. Children through elementary age will have age-appropriate services and activities throughout the day.
There is no cost to attend. Snacks, meals, books, and conference materials will be provided for every family. A love offering will be received.
Complimentary technology support: BEM Technology Missionary, Philip will be available throughout the day. Bring your technology questions and your laptop for a free tune-up or help with repairs.
Make plans to join us. Register online or scan the QR code to reserve your place. We look forward to welcoming you!
Hewitt Ministry Schedule
Tim and Sandy Hewitt's upcoming ministry schedule.
October 2026
- 18 - Tim preaching the AM service at Milan Baptist Church, Milan, MI
- 20 - The Hewitts ministering at Grace Baptist Church, Orem, UT. Tim will be teaching SS, preaching the AM service and leading Wednesday evening Bible Study and prayer. (10/20 - 11/3)
November 2026
- 14 - BEM Small Church Enrichment Conference, Kokomo, IN
Ted and Marlene Ministry Schedule
Ted and Marlene Sutherland's upcoming ministry schedule across the country.
September
- 6 - Fellowship Baptist Church, Marshalltown, IA
- 13 - Calvary Baptist Church, Union, IA
- 17-24 - Evangel Baptist Church and Missionary Acres, Silva, MO
- 27 - First Baptist Church, Eldora, IA
- 30 - First Baptist Church, Milltown, WI (9/30 - 10/4)
October
- 4 - First Baptist Church, Milltown, WI
- 10-14 - Midtown Baptist Temple, Kansas City, MO
- 18 - Fellowship Baptist Church, Marshalltown, IA
November
- 14 - BEM Small Church Enrichment Conference, Kokomo, IN
Our Ministries
A Menu of Impact
We serve pastors, churches, and missionaries through these core ministry areas.
Our History
How BEM Began
In 2007, Tim and Sandy Hewitt recognized a significant need among solo pastors who often served in isolation and were frequently overwhelmed by the unique demands of small church ministry. Inspired by the biblical example of Barnabas, "the son of encouragement," they envisioned a ministry devoted to offering support, counsel, and encouragement to these pastors and their congregations. From that vision, Barnabas Enrichment Ministries (BEM) was formed.
BEM has continued to grow since its founding, adding missionaries and gifted board members, all the while developing new ways to serve pastors and churches across the country. We remain grateful for the work God has done through this ministry and look forward with anticipation to all He has prepared for its future.
Our Faith
Built on the Foundation of God's Word
We believe in the Scripture of the Old and New Testament as verbally inspired of God as inerrant in the original writings. We believe in one God eternally existing in Three Persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
We believe that man was created in the image of God, that he sinned and thereby incurred not only physical death but also spiritual death, which is separation from God.
Read Our Full Statement"We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, as representative and substitutionary sacrifice; and that all who believe in Him are justified on the ground of His shed blood."
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