As churches across Central Kentucky enter the fall season, many are setting aside special opportunities for worship, fellowship, outreach and spiritual renewal. The Mission Church of Lexington, a ministry partner of the Central Kentucky Network of Baptists, is inviting churches and individuals from across the area to join them for LexRevive, September 16–20. Centered around the theme “Revive Us Again” from Psalm 85:6, LexRevive will feature five days of prayer, preaching, com

Masterson Station is noted to be the fastest growing region in Lexington. The need for churches in this area is growing with each new home, shopping center and business. The September Equip Leadership Lunch put a clear focus on one of the more urgent ministry opportunities in Central Kentucky: planting churches where communities are rapidly growing. Held this past Tuesday at the new Ramsey's Diner in the Masterson Station area of Lexington, the lunch brought pastors, leaders,

PARIS, Ky. — Students from churches and communities across Central Kentucky are invited to gather for an evening of worship, fellowship and fun as Central Baptist Church in Paris hosts a community Youth Rally on Sunday, Sept. 27. Beginning at 5 p.m. at 762 Clintonville Road in Paris, the rally offers an especially exciting opportunity for churches throughout the Central Kentucky Network of Baptists (CKNB) to bring their students together, build relationships across church and

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Baptist Church at Andover will welcome pastors, podcasters, Bible teachers and fellow believers from several states this fall as the 2026 Laborers’ Conference comes to Lexington Oct. 1–4. The four-day gathering is sponsored by the Truth in Love Network, a ministry that brings together Christians from different backgrounds and theological traditions around a shared commitment to Scripture and the gospel. The network says its purpose is to proclaim the unif

Around 110 children received school supplies through a recent Back to School Supply Outreach at Irishtown Ministry Center, an annual compassion ministry event made possible through the partnership of the Central Kentucky Network of Baptist Churches. The outreach served children connected to the Irishtown community, the Congolese congregation, families from Nepal, and other neighborhoods connected with Irishtown Ministry Center. Along with school supplies, families also receiv

Larry Riley, long time pastor now with Practical Shepherding, addressed guests at the August Equip Leadership Lunch hosted at The Gospel Collective Church in Lexington. Pastoral ministry is meaningful work, but it is not work anyone was meant to carry alone. That theme shaped the recent CKNB Equip Leadership Lunch, held Tuesday, August 4, at Gospel Collective Church in Lexington. The gathering brought together local pastors and church leaders for a simple but needed rhythm: s

A new school year can bring excitement, fresh routines, and a long list of supplies for families to gather. For many households, that list can also bring real pressure. Notebooks, folders, paper, pencils, markers, glue, and scissors may seem simple on their own, but together they add up quickly. That is why the current school items collection at Irishtown Baptist Ministry Center matters. Irishtown is collecting school supplies now in preparation for its Back to School Supply

LEXINGTON, KY. | The school year may be over, but the excitement was just beginning at the recent School’s Out Party hosted at the Irishtown Baptist Ministry Center in downtown Lexington. Children and families gathered to celebrate the successful completion of another school year, recognizing the hard work, dedication, and academic achievements of students from across the community. The event provided an opportunity for kids to enjoy time with friends, participate in activiti

The Central Kentucky Network of Baptists (CKNB) Leadership Team gathered on Tuesday, May 12, at Parkway Baptist Church in Lexington for an encouraging afternoon of fellowship, ministry updates, and important discussion regarding the ongoing work and future direction of the Network. The meeting welcomed both in-person and virtual participants, with a full house of leaders coming together around a shared commitment to advancing Gospel ministry across Central Kentucky. The gathe

Dr. Ryan Coffey, Pastor at First Baptist Church Somerset, led a discussion on Church Fostering and Partnerships with CKNB Pastors at the May Equip Leadership Lunch, hosted at Irishtown Baptist Mission. This past Tuesday, May 5, pastors and ministry leaders from across Central Kentucky gathered at Irishtown Baptist Mission on Perry Avenue in downtown Lexington for another encouraging and challenging Equip Lunch. The featured guest for the afternoon was Dr. Ryan Coffey, Pastor

Dr. Kyle Sullivan Reports On The Recent Trip to Mexico & Expounds On The Work Taking Place Through Partnerships Developed Through CKNB Involvement. A team from Central Kentucky recently returned from Mexico with stories that are both encouraging and challenging—evidence of what can happen when churches partner together for the sake of the Gospel. This ongoing effort is a shared partnership among several Central Kentucky Network of Baptists (CKNB) churches, including FBC Paris

Making the transition from high school to college comes with a lot of big questions—especially when it comes to staying connected spiritually. The University of Kentucky Baptist Campus Ministries (UK BCM) is excited to invite graduating seniors to a special evening designed just for you. High School Senior Night will take place on Tuesday, April 28th from 6:30–7:30 PM, offering a firsthand look at what faith life can look like on a college campus. This isn’t just an info sess

Caring for children in the foster system is a calling filled with both deep joy and real challenges. Foster parents pour themselves out daily—emotionally, physically, and spiritually—as they provide stability, love, and healing for children who have experienced trauma. Because of this, opportunities for encouragement, rest, and renewal are not just helpful—they are essential. This spring, foster families across Central Kentucky have a meaningful opportunity to experience exac

By CKNB News A growing crisis is unfolding in Central Kentucky—one that calls for urgent attention, compassion, and collaboration across the community, especially within the Church. Reuben Watson knows this reality firsthand. Having grown up in foster care through Sunrise Children’s Services, Watson has lived the very system he now seeks to strengthen. After spending seven years working with Sunrise, he now serves with the Lexington Leadership Foundation, where he focuses on

Louisville, Ky. — Three new church plants connected with the Central Kentucky Network of Baptists (CKNB) were recognized and celebrated during the 2026 Kentucky Baptist Convention REACH Evangelism & Missions Conference, highlighting the growing international church planting movement across central Kentucky. The annual REACH Conference gathers pastors, ministry leaders, and church members from across the Commonwealth to focus on evangelism, missions, and church multiplication

A Transformative Year for Pastoral Leadership Get ready to transform your leadership skills and strengthen your community ties. The Central Kentucky Network of Baptists (CKNB) is excited to announce the launch of our second Barnabas Team Learning Cohort , officially beginning March 1 (with initial gatherings at the end of February). This year-long experience is crafted specifically for pastors who are eager to grow in their assessment, relational, and leadership skills whi

At CKNB, we believe the love of Jesus is best demonstrated not only in words, but in action. Through the CKNB Compassion Ministry, churches and individuals across our network are coming together to meet practical needs for families in Lexington—bringing hope, dignity, and encouragement throughout the year. Each month, specific items are collected and distributed to families who are facing hardship. These simple, tangible gifts become powerful reminders that they are seen, val

The spirit of Christmas came alive on Thursday, December 4th, at Rosemont Baptist Church in Lexington. Over 60 pastors, staff members, and their spouses gathered for the Annual Holiday Dinner, an event that has become a cherished tradition in Central Kentucky. This year’s gathering was marked by warm fellowship, delicious food, and joyful activities that brought everyone closer together as they prepared for the Christmas season. A Warm Welcome at Rosemont Baptist Church Rosem

[Syndication from Ky Today] Recently, CKNB Pastor, Chad Carmack was featured in the "First Person" section of Kentucky Today. "First Person" is a kind of opinion or point of view column allowing Kentucky Baptist pastors and leaders a platform for sharing thoughts and experiences. We are thankful for Chad's presence in the Central Kentucky Network of Baptists as he serves at Pinckard Baptist Church in Versailles. Here's the full article as it appeared in Kentucky Today. This

A Night of Worship, Business, and Vision Casting The Central Kentucky Network of Baptists (CKNB) held its Fall Executive Committee Gathering this past Tuesday evening, October 13th, 2025 , at Center Point Church in Lexington, KY . A great crowd was in attendance for the semi-annual celebration, business, and vision-casting meeting, which began with a Business Session & Worship at 6:30 pm. The gathering was also made available for online viewing. Worship and Kingdom Work T