Annual Reunion, est. 1997
Effort Baptist Church & Friends Reunion USA
One Effort family, gathered again every year.
Effort Baptist Church & Friends Reunion USA brings former members, families and friends of Effort Baptist Church together for worship, fellowship and service.
Who we are
The Effort Baptist Church & Friends Reunion USA was established to preserve the rich spiritual heritage, fellowship, and lifelong friendships that were nurtured through Effort Baptist Church.
What began as a gathering of former members, families, and friends has grown into a cherished annual tradition that brings together generations of individuals connected by faith, shared memories, and a deep love for the church community.
From the President
Welcome to the Effort family online
With hearts full of gratitude, we gather to celebrate God’s faithfulness, the strength of our fellowship, and the blessings He has poured upon our church in Liberia and the Reunion here in the US.
This website is a conduit through which we can stay connected, be informed, renew relationships, and be reminded that we are united by faith, love, and a shared purpose in Christ. As we come together to showcase our activities, may we find encouragement in one another, inspiration in our shared spiritual journey, and renewed commitment to serving God, our church, and the larger community.
Let us celebrate the memories of the past, embrace the blessings of the present, and look forward with hope to the future God has prepared for us. To our members and friends, let us make the best use of our website. To our guests, we say thanks for visiting and we hope that you found the experience to be interactive and insightful.
May our Reunion be a joyful reflection of God’s grace and a statement to the enduring spirit of our Effort family.
“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity.”Psalm 133:1
Volcano IE Shelton
President, EBC & Friends Reunion USA
Reunion 2026
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. August 14 to 16, 2026.
Three days of fellowship, business, a dinner ball and Sunday worship under the theme “Sustaining God’s Work Through Active Participation, Commitment and Service”.
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”Colossians 3:23
What we do together
The work of the Reunion rests on six commitments.
Service
Members give their time and skills to the work of the Reunion and the church.
Support for Effort Liberia
We stand with Effort Baptist Church in Liberia through giving and partnership.
Education
We encourage and support learning among our members and young people.
Prayer
We pray together for our church, our families and one another.
Outreach
We reach out to the communities where our members live.
Care for those in need
We stand beside members and friends in times of need.
Take your place in the family
Register with the Reunion, keep your membership dues current and stay in touch with your chapter.