Stories of Impact Heading Into 2033

Stories of Impact Heading Into 2033

Living Acts 2 in Shreveport

In anticipation of the 2,000-year anniversary of the birth of the Church in 2033, First Baptist Church (FBC) of Shreveport, Louisiana, has embraced the Baptist World Alliance’s Acts 2 Movement 2033 as a guiding vision for renewal, mission, and unity. Rooted in the spirit of Acts 2, FBC has committed to a decade-long journey of prayer, discipleship, generosity, and witness.
In April 2026 Baptists across Denmark gathered to recover the courage and calling of the first century church. Over that weekend of prayer, planning, and collaboration they committed to make the power of 2033 come alive. They modeled for other nations an effective way to adopt the campaign by adapting each of the five pathways to their unique context. Leaders built a Danish-language Bible reading application to emphasize the power of God’s word to every individual. They committed to preparing believers to become more comfortable sharing what God has done in their lives, not polished and perfect, but honest and personal so that others can relate and understand. To address the neighbor path, leaders outlined ways that didn’t add more to people’s already busy schedules. Instead the focus will be around intentionality about where they already live and work so that knowing neighbors isn’t only about inviting them to church activities. They did similar sessions for the Care and Freedom paths and created unique assets and translations to share for continuity during the countdown to 2033.

“The ministry staff at First Baptist Shreveport got excited about the 2033 Movement after our Pastor encountered it at the Baptist World Alliance Annual Gathering. We saw an opportunity to align our local efforts with other Christians around the world to focus on the essential things — sharing our faith with neighbors, advocating for religious freedom, emphasizing the importance of scripture, and caring for those in need. In the Fall of 2025, our 7-week emphasis on the 2033 Movement energized our congregation to rally behind these objectives. Many of our members were inspired to live out their faith more boldly. One member shared they had always been timid about sharing their faith with a particular co-worker, but our 2033 lessons encouraged them to overcome their fear and have the conversation. Another member felt led to begin an evangelism ministry. At the end of the series, our congregants made commitments to carry on the 2033 initiatives at home and in our community.”

Ryan McCoy

Minister of Discipleship, First Baptist Church - Shreveport

Beginning with intentional seasons of congregational prayer and teaching, First Baptist Shreveport re-centered its life together on the core practices of the early Church.

As we count down to 2033 around the world, First Baptist Church Shreveport’s story is one of faithful obedience and hopeful expectation. The Acts 2 Movement 2033 has reminded us that the Church is not defined by buildings or programs, but by people empowered by the Holy Spirit to love, serve, and proclaim the gospel. This impact story is still being written, and we invite your church to join the global Baptist family in preparing for this historic milestone.

Check out resources from the FBC Shreveport Initiative below.

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Denmark Baptists Launch Comprehensive 2033 Campaign

In April 2026 Baptists across Denmark gathered to recover the courage and calling of the first century church. Over that weekend of prayer, planning, and collaboration they committed to make the power of 2033 come alive. They modeled for other nations an effective way to adopt the campaign by adapting each of the five pathways to their unique context. Leaders built a Danish-language Bible reading application to emphasize the power of God’s word to every individual. They committed to preparing believers to become more comfortable sharing what God has done in their lives, not polished and perfect, but honest and personal so that others can relate and understand. To address the neighbor path, leaders outlined ways that didn’t add more to people’s already busy schedules. Instead the focus will be around intentionality about where they already live and work so that knowing neighbors isn’t only about inviting them to church activities. They did similar sessions for the Care and Freedom paths and created unique assets and translations to share for continuity during the countdown to 2033.
Stories of Impact Heading Into 2033

Arlington, Texas and Hobarts in Tasmania Make it Their Own

At First Baptist Church Arlington, leaders were inspired by the Neighborhood Chaplain pathway and integrated it into their outreach strategy. Rather than adding another program, they framed it as a way to begin with prayer, listen well, and equip ordinary members to love and serve their neighbors with consistency and care.

Across the globe, Citywide Hobart, a Baptist church in Tasmania, has adapted similar materials for their own context—shaping language, pacing, and emphasis to fit their city while holding fast to the same gospel convictions.

These stories remind us that the Acts2Movement 2033 is not a one-size-fits-all model. It is a shared framework, flexible enough to be shaped by culture, context, and calling—yet rooted in Scripture, prayer, and love of neighbor.

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Stories of Impact Heading Into 2033