Member Conferences
The Federation is made up of Seventh Day Baptist conferences and groups from across every continent, cooperating for unity in Christ and a vigorous witness throughout the world.
Our Global Family
21 member conferences
Seventh Day Baptist Conference of Burundi
Burundi
Member
Conferencia Bautista del Séptimo Día del Ecuador
Ecuador
Member
British Conference of Seventh Day Baptist Churches
England
Member
Seventh Day Baptist Conference of Guyana
Guyana
Member
Seventh Day Baptist Conference of Andhra Pradesh
India (Andhra Pradesh)
Member
Seventh Day Baptist Conference of Kenya
Kenya
Member
Seventh Day Baptist Conference of Nigeria
Nigeria
Member
Seventh Day Baptist Conference of Rwanda
Rwanda
Member
Seventh Day Baptist Conference of South Africa
South Africa
Member
Seventh Day Baptist Conference of Uganda
Uganda
Member
Seventh Day Baptist General Conference of USA & Canada
USA & Canada
Member
Seventh Day Baptist Conference of Zambia
Zambia
Member
Conferences and Groups in Development
26 conferences and groups in development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Argentina
Argentina
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Angola
Angola
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Bangladesh
Bangladesh
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Cameroon
Cameroon
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Canary Islands
Canary Islands
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Colombia
Colombia
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of DR Congo
Democratic Republic of Congo
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Cuba
Cuba
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Egypt
Egypt
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Ethiopia
Ethiopia
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Gambia
Gambia
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Guinea
Guinea
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Haiti
Haiti
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Indonesia
Indonesia
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Ivory Coast
Ivory Coast
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Lebanon
Lebanon
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Liberia
Liberia
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Mozambique
Mozambique
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Nicaragua
Nicaragua
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Pakistan
Pakistan
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of South Korea
South Korea
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of South Sudan
South Sudan
In Development
Seventh Day Baptist Group of Tanzania
Tanzania
In Development
- Churches
- 7 (Australia) + 2 (Pakistan)
- Pastors
- Facing significant need for leaders and pastors due to retirements.
History
The Association of Seventh Day Baptists in Australia conducts weekly Sabbath School gatherings through Zoom and has a Missionary Outreach in Pakistan.
Prayer requests
For new committed leaders and pastors, member engagement, perseverance, wisdom for the 5-year plan, growth through online services and global outreach, fruitfulness of the Pakistan mission, financial support, health and unity among leaders and members, open doors for new pastors and church construction, and divine guidance for the SDB witness.
- Churches
- 90
- Members
- 4000
- Pastors
- 80
History
The Brazilian conference has a rich history of faith and community building. A new census was planned but postponed due to the pandemic.
Prayer requests
For the success and expansion of theological and Bible school programs, deepening spiritual life, pastoral placement, new church planting, unity and cooperation, equipping international leaders, protection and fruitfulness for all, and wisdom for new conference leadership elected in 2024.
History
The Chilean conference is dedicated to spreading the message of hope and faith.
Prayer requests
For new conference leadership, strengthening churches, and wisdom to mentor new churches and pastors in other South American countries.
- Churches
- 58 (plus 49 new churches from May 2023)
- Members
- Approx. 4000
- Pastors
- 23
History
Despite political and economic challenges, church officials are dedicated to maintaining stability, especially given the prevalence of poverty among members.
Prayer requests
For spiritual maturity and resilience, legal document acquisition, successful church planting and building, completion of headquarters, provision for education/healthcare/livelihood projects, wisdom and protection for administrators and pastors, resources for infrastructure, international support, community partnerships, property title clearance, and conflict resolution.
- Churches
- 4
- Members
- Approx. 150
- Pastors
- 2
History
The Ecuador SDB Conference aims to revitalize and strengthen its structure to better serve its community through in-person and online meetings. They have ministries like the Caspigasi church plant (outreach for underprivileged children), a free summer camp (80 children), monthly workshops for women (40 women), and "love baskets" for needy members.
Prayer requests
For funds to complete the Quito Church building, future church plants, spiritual growth of young leaders, strength and confirmation for leaders/pastors, men committing to service, youth service opportunities, resolution of property legal issues, resources for training, unity and growth during building transition, and provision for unemployment/low incomes.
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- Churches
- 3
- Pastors
- 5
History
The UK SDB Conference aims to strengthen its structure, comply with regulations, and better serve its community through online presence, leadership training, youth ministry development, and hosting future conferences. Projects during COVID-19 included online programs, seminars, and community support.
Prayer requests
For unity and growth of Mill Yard Church, overall conference growth and diversity, overcoming financial and resource challenges, provision of full-time ministers and staff, and a spirit of volunteerism and giving.
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- Churches
- 4
- Pastors
- 3 (plus 1 lay pastor)
History
The Seventh Day Baptist (SDB) churches in Ghana face challenges like unemployment among members, low income, difficulty raising funds, lack of training materials, and retaining new members.
Prayer requests
For achieving visions (schools, health centers, church planting, evangelism, business opportunities), resources for training and ministry, funds for operations and expansion (land, vehicles, housing), success of business initiatives, support for community outreach, provision for unemployment, and partnership with International Justice Mission.
- Members
- 840
- Pastors
- Experienced retirement of one and passing of two pastors in the last five years.
History
Despite pastoral losses, the conference has achieved significant milestones. Future plans include comprehensive development of Camp Glory, a modern church, commercial farm, and improved accommodations.
Prayer requests
For God's comfort and guidance over pastoral losses, growth in membership, resources for Camp Glory development (church, farm, dorms, transportation, manse reconstruction, mission spaces, daycare), training programs for new pastors, planting one new church, partnership with WF for pastoral recruitment/training, approval for two additional marriage officers, unity, forgiveness, effectiveness in outreach, massive soul winning in 2025, spreading the gospel, sending workers, and committed leaders.
- Churches
- 13 (4 new in late 2023)
- Members
- Approx. 1250
- Pastors
- 13
History
Four church congregations and buildings were established in Andhra Pradesh in late 2023.
Prayer requests
For the growth and expansion of the Andhra Pradesh conference, guidance for establishing 7 additional churches (total 20), construction of church buildings, spiritual nourishment and growth of members, financial/material needs, the Kanan SDB Church in Manipur (unrest), growth of new churches in Tripura and Mizoram, and abundant provision for the orphanage home.
- Churches
- Planted two new churches (Old Harbour and Montego Bay).
- Pastors
- Two additional ministers completed training.
History
The Jamaican conference has seen new church plants and ministers, with ongoing efforts in youth development and leadership training.
Prayer requests
For the successful rehabilitation of the conference office, success of the Ministry Institute relaunch and certification, increased church growth, robust financial development, strengthened evangelism in rural churches, enhanced youth department growth and investment, a well-developed retirement policy for workers, and proper development of the Maiden Hall Conference Centre.
- Churches
- 30
- Members
- 800
- Pastors
- 45
History
The Kenya Seventh Day Baptist Conference is involved in school outreach, healthcare outreach, orphan care, and gospel outreach, supporting vulnerable groups including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, diabetes, and disabled individuals.
Prayer requests
For church regrowth (to 40 churches), resources for primary school and orphan care ministries, successful outreach to vulnerable groups, expansion of gospel outreach, church planting and construction, evangelism of Kenya, training for leaders, provision of outreach equipment, conference center construction, more mission visitors, strengthened international relationships, membership growth (to 1000), sustained resources, protection and unity, and a successful 2025 mission from the US.
- Churches
- 211 branches
- Members
- Over 22,000
History
The CAC has experienced significant growth, built new churches, and has active Women's, Youth and Children's, and Social Service Ministries (health centers, schools).
Prayer requests
For church building/reconstruction (flood-affected), resources for Bible College, pastoral training, women's ministry (orphan care), vocational skills for youth, health center upgrades, mission schools, secretariat operations/pastors' stipends, qualified personnel/scholarships, transport vehicles, roofing materials, doctrinal unity, health facility resources, new conference leadership, unity, good rainy season/harvest, and completion of church projects.
- Churches
- 2
- Members
- Mostly older people.
History
The Dutch conference has a rich heritage and continues to serve its members.
Prayer requests
For spiritual revival, a new generation of leaders, fruitfulness of community efforts, and churches to be externally-focused.
- Churches
- 14
- Members
- Over 2215
History
The Seventh Day Baptist Conference in Nigeria faces difficulties from militant groups and oppression, yet the work is growing through God's help.
Prayer requests
For spiritual growth and numerical increase despite challenges, safety and fruitfulness of gospel outreach, community impact, increased giving and stewardship, resources for education, strength and protection for leaders, an end to violence and oppression, peace in leadership, relief from poverty, protection for displaced worshippers, mobility resources, establishing training institutions, and God's miraculous intervention.
- Churches
- 11
- Members
- 418
- Pastors
- 19
History
The Philippines Association of Seventh Day Baptist Conferences (PASDBC) aims to promote unity and equality among its conferences to fulfill the Great Commission.
Prayer requests
For the growth of God's ministry, completion of new church buildings, effective ministries, healing, strengthening of His people, provision for learning centers and conferences, guidance and provision for children's studies, return of family members to service, church growth, financial growth, and evangelism focus.
Prayer requests
For strong faith amidst spiritual apathy, boldness to minister to Ukrainian refugees, strengthening of church witness, starting new churches, and nurturing churches in other European countries.
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- Churches
- 23
- Members
- 2192
- Pastors
- 25
History
The SDB Rwanda Conference has local churches in four out of five provinces and 11 out of 30 districts across Rwanda.
Prayer requests
For the re-opening of all 23 churches, continued growth and expansion, resources to purchase land, construction of a conference headquarters, training and ordaining more pastors, transportation for evangelism, relief from poverty, increased capacity for livelihood projects, publishing a second hymnbook, success of education centers, strengthened international relationships, community radio outreach, new church plants, and continued blessing and guidance.
Prayer requests
For revival, overcoming discouragement, raising a new generation of leaders, and connecting various SDB groups (Malawian, Burundian, native South Africans).
- Churches
- Seeta Nazigo SDB Church and Bulijjo Chapel
History
The SDB Uganda Conference has made significant progress in churches, orphanages, and development projects, but faces challenges with government requirements, lack of churches in towns, and limited resources.
Prayer requests
For success in church growth, orphanages, development projects, meeting government requirements, establishing churches in towns, overcoming resource limitations, and providing sports materials for children.
- Churches
- 107 (72 member churches and 35 associated churches/fellowships)
- Members
- 3623
- Pastors
- 132
History
The USA & Canada conference is the largest and oldest, with a rich history of ministry.
Prayer requests
For continued spiritual vitality and outreach to new generations, planting more churches (Toronto area, other provinces), and guidance for the pastoral leadership transition of the First SDB Church of Toronto.
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History
The Zambian conference is actively involved in community outreach and evangelism.
Prayer requests
For continued growth and impact in their communities.
History
A developing SDB group in Argentina.
Prayer requests
For growth and establishment of the SDB witness in Argentina.
- Churches
- 1
History
A developing SDB group in Angola.
Prayer requests
Pray for church growth and leadership development.
- Churches
- 1
History
A developing SDB group in Bangladesh.
Prayer requests
Pray for successful children's ministries, outreach to Hindu communities, the sustainable fish project, and employment for a Bible worker.
- Pastors
- Two veteran leaders passed away in 2024.
History
A developing SDB group in Cameroon.
Prayer requests
For strengthening their witness, deeper understanding of SDB beliefs, and equipping new leadership.
- Churches
- 1 (re-started late 2022)
History
The church was re-started late in 2022 and is now re-connected with the SDB World Federation.
Prayer requests
For continued church growth and the expansion of its small radio ministry.
- Churches
- New churches established.
History
A developing SDB group in Colombia with new churches.
Prayer requests
For strengthening new churches' spiritual foundations, deeper understanding of SDB beliefs, and expansion for more church planting.
History
A developing SDB group in DR Congo with an orphan ministry.
Prayer requests
For the success of their orphan ministry (including school fees), overcoming political instability and crime, and identifying viable sustainable income-generating projects.
History
A developing SDB group in Cuba.
Prayer requests
For church renewal, successful outreach, and protection against government hostility.
- Churches
- 2 groups
- Members
- Refugees from South Sudan and Ethiopia.
History
Two SDB groups in Egypt consist of refugees from South Sudan and Ethiopia.
Prayer requests
For resources for refugee groups, a new sustainable project, and favor with the government for proper status.
History
A developing SDB group in Ethiopia with farm and animal projects providing income for some families.
Prayer requests
For the success of their farm and animal projects, and proper mentoring of new leaders and groups.
History
Communication has been lost with this SDB group.
Prayer requests
Pray for reconnection in communication.
- Churches
- New church plant.
History
The SDB witness is experiencing a rebirth in Germany with a new church plant.
Prayer requests
For the continued development and effectiveness of the SDB witness and outreach, and strength, endurance, wisdom, and guidance for the new church leader and their family.
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- Pastors
- Facing need for new leadership.
History
A developing SDB group in Guinea.
Prayer requests
For new leadership to be raised up after the passing of their leader, renewed vision, and encouragement for the future.
History
A developing SDB group in Haiti, facing challenging conditions.
Prayer requests
For spiritual, economic, and political stability, worship without fear, and protection against high crime rates.
- Churches
- 1 small group
History
A small SDB group in Indonesia, feeling isolated due to lack of other SDBs nearby.
Prayer requests
Pray for encouragement for the isolated small group.
- Churches
- 3
History
A developing SDB group in Ivory Coast, currently renting church buildings.
Prayer requests
For acquiring their own church buildings, developing sustainable projects, and fulfilling their outreach and expansion vision.
- Members
- A group being nurtured by Pastor Gabriel Bejjani.
History
A Seventh Day Baptist group in Lebanon, facing difficult political and social conditions.
Prayer requests
For an end to violence, restoration, and rebuilding in the country.
History
A developing SDB group in Liberia.
Prayer requests
Pray for the re-establishment of the SDB witness.
- Churches
- 129
- Members
- 7156
- Pastors
- 33
History
The church has focused on increasing the number of churches, building a national headquarters, training pastors, and encouraging offerings and tithing. Faces constraints like lack of transportation, absence of ministries (schools, hospitals, orphanages), and shortage of office facilities.
Prayer requests
For continued growth, evangelism efforts, headquarters construction, pastoral training, transportation for visits, establishment of ministry centers, office equipment, good management policies, church registration, vehicle purchase, international cooperation, new church buildings, guidance, sustained giving, and strengthened Sabbath School/women's ministry.
History
A developing SDB group in Nicaragua.
Prayer requests
For the completion of the ministry center on Corn Island, the growth of the youth and children's ministries, as well as the establishing of additional churches, and effective follow up after a second mission trip there by the West Palm Beach Church.
- Churches
- 2 (as part of Australia's Missionary Outreach)
History
SDB work in Pakistan is part of the Australian conference's missionary outreach, with ministries in schools and churches in Muslim and Hindu communities.
Prayer requests
For the effectiveness of ministries in schools and churches in Muslim and Hindu communities using the Bible as a textbook for reading, for the administration of the work being done by SDBs in Australia, and for an open door for a visit to the country.
- Churches
- New church plant (first for SDBs in Portugal).
History
A new SDB church plant in Portugal, the first for Seventh Day Baptists in the country.
Prayer requests
For the success of the new church plant, strength, endurance, wisdom, and guidance for the leader and family, and effectiveness of their outreach.
History
A developing SDB group in Sierra Leone with SDB schools.
Prayer requests
For the completion of the construction of a new SDB school, and for the SDB schools to be fully registered with the government; pray for courage to remain true to their convictions in the face of temptations. Pray for unity among the conference leadership. Pray for the health of the Conference leader.
History
A developing SDB group in South Korea.
Prayer requests
Pray for reconnection in communication.
- Churches
- New groups started.
History
New SDB groups have started in South Sudan with ongoing outreach ministries.
Prayer requests
For the new groups that have started and the continued effectiveness of their outreach ministries. Pray for political stability in the country. Pray for the completion of their headquarters building.
History
A developing SDB group in Tanzania with ministries to orphans and refugees.
Prayer requests
Pray for their efforts to start new churches, unity among all the leaders and churches, and their ministry to orphans and refugees.