STS Vermont
On Thursday, October 7th, 2027, Small Town Summits will host a Summit at The Red Door Church of South Royalton, in South Royalton VT. Pastors and lay leaders from small places across Vermont will be inspired and encouraged to grow together in evangelistic effectiveness as we learn from the Apostle Peter why and how Christ’s followers can be hopeful, happy, holy, and humble in declaring the gospel.
To spread the gospel throughout New England, the sovereign Lord will use the daily gospel living and gospel proclaiming of many ordinary Christians in many ordinary local churches. Small Town Summits exists to promote just such an effort throughout the small places of New England. So, in 2027, we will gather small-place New England churches, pastors, and laypeople to grow together in evangelistic effectiveness for the sake of God’s glory throughout our region.
We’ll take our cues from the Apostle Peter. The early Christian recipients of Peter’s first epistle lived in a hostile world, experiencing slander and suffering. Yet for Peter, there was no hopeless sadness or defensive crouch. His letter abounds with hopeful joy and missional zeal. Christians are to share their faith with unbelievers, proclaiming the excellencies of God and sharing the reason for their hope with all who ask. Peter’s evangelistic vision remains compelling and attractive today. The gospel word still brings new birth and miraculously transforms lives, offering imperishable hope for all who believe.
Please join us in 2027 to ask God to work throughout New England – and to work through us.
8.30 – 9am - Arrival and registration
9 – 10am - Welcome, Singing, STS Vision, Introductions
10 – 10:45am - Session #1: The transformative power of gospel proclamation and group discussion
10:45 – 11am - Coffee break
11am – Noon - Session #2: The imperishable hope of gospel proclamation and group discussion
Noon – 1pm - Lunch
1 – 2pm - Breakout sessions
2 – 2.15pm - Break
2.15 – 3pm - Session #3: Panel Discussion and Q&A: How to grow a culture of missional living in a small-town New England church
3 – 3.30pm - Prayer
Meet the Team
Josh is the pastor at the Red Door Church of South Royalton in South Royalton, VT. Josh recieved his Master of Divinity from Reformed Theological Seminary (Charlotte campus) and is currently studying for a Doctor of Ministry at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He and his wife have four children ages 13, 11, 10 and 9. In their free time they take walks, visit coffee shops, read good books, watch movies and enjoy the occasional hike.
Marty has pastored the East Randolph Baptist Church since 2002 and has enjoyed seeing the church growing and understanding the truth and application of the gospel. Marty has four kids and was married to Julie in 1998. He grew up in New England and after a few years in Kentucky came back to serve in Vermont. Marty enjoys serving his small town and the way of life in rural Vermont.
Michael is an elder of Redeemer Church in St. Albans, VT. Before moving to Vermont two and a half years ago, he and his wife, Kayla, spent time in various ministry roles in Tennessee, Germany, and Ireland. Michael and his wife have two wonderful children; Rowan and Arna.
