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When a small church believes God can do big things

Eight women from Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Kingston, Tennessee, felt God stirring their hearts to make hundreds of fried pies to support International Mission Board missionaries.
  • March 8, 2026
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This women’s group led Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Kingston, Tennessee, in sending and sustaining IMB missionaries. They made the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering a year-long project by making hand pies, crafts and other baked goods.
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When a small church believes God can do big things

Eight women from Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Kingston, Tennessee, felt God stirring their hearts to make hundreds of fried pies to support International Mission Board missionaries. They already gave faithfully to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering, but after connecting with missionaries Jon and Betty Loving, this team of women knew the Lord was calling them to do more.

We shared about this church of 50 members last year and wanted to give this update about their twice a week work session for eight straight months.

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EDITOR’S NOTE — This story was written by Sue Sprenkle and originally published by the International Mission Board. 

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