Another Banner Year for EBO!

Our Annual Meeting was an encouraging and energizing weekend, with 314 attendees gathering for worship, celebration, and renewed vision. We were inspired by keynote messages from Angie Crawford, JoAnn and Andrew Mann, and Diana and Jimmy Bledsoe, whose stories reminded us of the impact of faithful service both locally and globally. Throughout the weekend, participants connected with Eliza Broadus Offering–sponsored ministries featured in the 2026–27 Season of Prayer emphasis, explored the EBO Kids Corner, and enjoyed fellowship at Eliza’s Café. Attendees also learned practical ways to partner with Kentucky Baptist Convention ministries and agencies, strengthening relationships that support Kingdom work across our state and beyond. Pam Polkey was honored as the 2026 Missionary of the Year, and outgoing President Linda Cooper was recognized for her leadership. New KentuckyWMU board members and officers were elected, providing motivation to prioritize the mission. '2026-'2027 KentuckyWMU Executive Board & Officers President: Leigh Ann Lowery, Shepherdsville Vice-President: Claudia Greenwood, Gray Recording Secretary: Denise Gardner, Shelbyville REGIONAL MEMBERS Region 1: Shane Waters, Tina Myers, Zandy Jenkin Region 2: Chad Rafferty, Tonya White, Beth Britto Region 3: Sharon Taylor-Carrillo, Lauren Parish, Robin Warren Region 4: Laura Morris, Lisa Crenshaw, Misty Auten Region 5: Pat (Callan) Hendren, Darlene Schadler, Amy Wilhelmus Region 6: Jennifer Peace, April Bruce, Linda Lee Region 7: Amanda Bradley, Cathy Harris, Jennifer Payne Region 8: Sarah Watkins, Wanda Riddle, Audra Hatfield MEMBERS-AT-LARGE Debbie Pennington, Mel Stormer LEGACY COMMITTEE CHAIR Cheryl Hatfield      

Did you know the Cooperative Program is turning 100 in 2025? Kentucky WMU is teaming up with the Kentucky Baptist Convention to make the most of this milestone. We pray that you will join in and help your Association celebrate the “CP 100” anniversary. Consider hosting one of the following CP activities in 2025 to celebrate the offering and encourage giving. Cooperative Program Fair Schedule a date and enlist a church to host your fair. Invite missions entities and agencies who are supported by CP to participate. Ask churches with Missions Discipleship groups to provide special activities and games that help teach about the Cooperative Program. Create a fair-like atmosphere with food, activities, and fellowship. Plan all activities as learning experiences to help people learn about the Cooperative Program and the ministries it supports. If you want to provide games, look for games that require working together. If you plan to host a celebration event, let the Kentucky WMU office know. We want to help you promote. For more ideas and plans, download the PDF.