“For the love of Christ constraineth us…” 2 Corinthians 5:14
February 22 & 23, 2027
North Platte Baptist Church · North Platte, NE
For over 45 years, North Platte Baptist Church has been faithfully running buses in our small, rural community. Our goal is to encourage churches everywhere to remain faithful in the work of the bus ministry. Through practical ideas, fresh inspiration, and useful tools, our bus conference aims to equip and encourage you to keep reaching people for Christ.
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During the Midwest Regional Bus Conference you'll enjoy activities, songs, games and competitions that are all themed around the bus. Our desire is to create what a healthy church bus atmosphere should be and give bus workers fresh ideas.
The focus of every bus conference at North Platte Baptist Church is the powerful messages we hear from the guest preachers. You'll be challenged and helped both evenings as well as during the Tuesday morning sessions.
Host
North Platte Baptist Church
North Platte, NE
Pastor Reeves has been the pastor at North Platte Baptist Church since 2004. Through his leadership the bus ministry has expanded and continues to grow, reaching many in our community with the Gospel.
Midwest Bible Baptist Church
Rochester, MN
Since becoming pastor of Midwest Bible Baptist Church in the fall of 2013, Caleb Hanson has led with a strong emphasis on the bus ministry, continuing a passion he developed through years of leadership in outreach ministry work.
Woodlawn Baptist Church
Bowie, MD
Pastor Tyson was introduced to Woodlawn Baptist Church as a young boy by riding one of their "Blue Buses" to church. Years later, he would be voted in as Pastor by the congregation.
Practical help from bus ministry leaders across the country.
“Starting A Brand New Bus Route”
– Pastor John Francis | Chicago, IL
“Integrating The Bus Ministry Into A Church”
– Pastor Ryan Combs | Oxford, PA
“Keeping A Positive Spirit In Your Bus Ministry”
– Bus Director Tut Tripp | Bowie, MD
“Staying Active In The Bus Ministry”
– Pastor Paul Arcand | Severna Park, MD
“Getting Your CDL”
– Deacon Chet Smith | North Platte, NE
“Senior Zeal In The Bus Ministry”
– Bus Director Steve Johnson | Colorado Springs, CO
“Reaching The Spanish-Speaking Community”
– Pastor Jesus Garza | Edinburg, TX
“Investing Beyond The Potential You Can See”
– Bus Director Thad VanVleck | Kansas City, KS
“Professionally Painting Your Bus”
– Assistant Pastor Peter Ward | North Platte, NE
“Building Noah's Ark On Wheels”
– Host Pastor Bill Reeves | North Platte, NE
February 22 & 23, 2027
Monday, February 22
7pm
The 2027 MRBC kicks off Monday evening at 7pm! Be prepared for an exciting time that will keep you on your feet.
Tuesday, February 23
9am–12:30pm
Everyone meets at 9am at the church, 808 W Philip Ave, for a light breakfast, then 10 helpful split sessions for pastors, bus captains and everyone in between, plus a youth rally for the teens.
Tuesday, February 23
7pm
Enjoy a night of fun, inspiration and encouragement that will stir your heart and charge you up for the bus ministry.
*You must attend all services to qualify.
2026 Featured Bus Ministry Film
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