Supporting
Churches.
Strengthening
Leaders.
Advancing the
Mission.

TABCOM connects and equips American Baptist churches across Massachusetts through leadership development, ministry resources, congregational support, and shared mission.

Who we serve

Built for the people carrying the work of the church forward

TABCOM exists to support the congregations, leaders, and ministry partners shaping the life of the church across Massachusetts.

Churches

Guidance, administrative help, pastoral transition support, and practical tools for healthy congregations.

Pastors and Leaders

Care, continuing education, credentialing support, and leadership development for those serving the church.

Future Leaders

Training pathways, School of Ministry access, and formation for those preparing to lead and serve.

Partners and Supporters

Opportunities to strengthen churches and communities through giving, collaboration, and shared mission.

How TABCOM helps

Healthy churches need more than goodwill. They need support.

TABCOM provides practical guidance, relational support, and ministry resources that help leaders make wise decisions, strengthen congregations, and sustain the work of the church over time.

Pastoral Search and Transition Support

Guidance for congregations in seasons of change, including search committees, interim leadership conversations, and pastoral placement support.

Leadership Development and Ministry Training

Continuing education, School of Ministry pathways, and leadership formation for pastors, lay leaders, and those preparing to serve.

Congregational Support and Consultation

Help with church health, governance questions, conflict navigation, planning, and practical ministry decisions that shape the life of the congregation.

Resources, Grants, and Ministry Tools

Practical support for outreach, administration, and local mission initiatives, along with funding opportunities that help churches move forward.

Current opportunities

Real ways to engage with TABCOM right now

This section gives the homepage immediate usefulness. Keep these items current, active, and focused on what matters most right now.

Registration is open for the next TABCOM gathering and leadership opportunities.

Event

TABCOM Annual Gathering

April 30-May 1, 2027
HOST: Grotonwood

Event

MISSIONWORKS 2026

October 3, 2026

Event

TABCOM Polity Course

September 26, 2026
https://tabcom.org/abc-polity-course/

Event

TABCOM Pastor Camp

August 24-27, 2026
Oceanwood
17 Royal Street, Ocean Park, Maine 04063

TABCOM COMMUNITY

Featured Ministries & Gatherings

Explore the gatherings, partnerships, and ministry initiatives helping churches across Massachusetts grow stronger together.

Annual Gathering 2026

Celebrate fellowship, worship, leadership, and ministry connection across Massachusetts churches.

What Does TABCOM Do?

TABCOM churches work together through prayer, fellowship, leadership development, missions, and mutual support across Massachusetts.

Youth Camps/ Conferencing

We have two Christian camps and conference centers:

Grotonwood, located in Groton, MA, and

Oceanwood, located in Ocean Park, Maine.

Our camps, retreats, and conferences are created in an environment that celebrates community and Christianity.

TABCOM Missions

Please feel free to join this group for news and articles featuring issues related to Missions. Also to share and post about things going on in your communities and churches that relate to Missions

Leadership

AB Women’s Ministries of MA

In commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and to the mission of the Church, and through the enabling of the Holy Spirit, American Baptist Women’s Ministries provides opportunities for each woman to grow. Find information, tools, and inspiration for your Women’s Ministry.

Leadership

TABCOM School of Ministry

If you feel called to serve a local church in a pastoral or lay capacity, or wish to discern where God is leading you, the School of Ministry is ready to journey with you.

About TABCOM

A network of churches working together

TABCOM is a community of churches united by faith, committed to mutual support, shared mission, and the strengthening of local ministry across Massachusetts.

We bring churches and leaders together through resources, relationship, prayer, learning, and practical support so they can serve their communities with confidence and hope.

1889
Serving since
Statewide
Ministry reach
Latest news and events

What’s happening across TABCOM

TABCOM Notes

TABCOM Notes is a monthly newsletter with information from our Executive Minister, Mary Miller.

Here you can obtain information as to where to find Mary on certain dates, Ministry classes and updates, retreats, summits, planning calendar, news and other pertinent information regarding TABCOM. 

If you are interested in receiving the monthly Notes, please email Robyn.Mars@tabcom.org.

TABCOM HalfNotes

TABCOM HalfNotes is a bi-monthly newsletter with information from our Executive Minister, Mary Miller.

Here you can obtain information as to where to find Mary on certain dates, Ministry classes and updates, retreats, summits, planning calendar, news and other pertinent information regarding TABCOM.

If you are interested in receiving the monthly Notes, please email Robyn.Mars@tabcom.org.

Support the churches and leaders serving Massachusetts

Your support helps equip churches, care for leaders, and strengthen ministry across Massachusetts. Every gift extends the reach of the church into local communities.

TABCOM is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

Need help getting started?

Not sure where to start?

Whether you need support for your church, guidance for leadership, or help finding the right resources, TABCOM is here to help.