About NBEGAT

About NBEGAT

Who we are & how we serve

The National Baptist Eastern General Association of Texas (NBEGAT) is a fellowship of 47 churches in the Eastern Field committed to strengthening one another in prayer, teaching, evangelism, and discipleship. Our newsletter, The Eastern Beacon of Hope, exists to share convention news, ministry developments, and community achievements across our churches. 

Our mission in one line

Under the spiritual leadership of our Moderator, Pastor Kerry W. Tillmon, we aim to “shine as STARS—Serving, Teaching, Advancing, Reaching, Strengthening—so that every congregation flourishes in gospel work.” 

What we do (at a glance)

Convention & District Life. We publish association updates, elevate auxiliary work (Women, Men, Youth), and coordinate relief and outreach efforts region-wide—so that local churches can move faster together than any one church can alone.  

Leadership & Training. From the Deacon Leadership Institute to conflict-resolution seminars for pastoral teams, we equip leaders to serve with wisdom and integrity in changing times. 

Church Development & Evangelism. We share tools for church planting and regional evangelism, and we highlight congregation-led ministries that meet real needs in our communities.  

Missions. We celebrate and resource missions—local and foreign—so that the East’s witness remains generous and outward-facing. 

How you can participate

Steady generosity: Monthly Giving

Choose a simple lane that fits your household: Champion ($5–$25), Climber ($26–$50), or Conqueror ($50+) each month. Give through Givelify (select “Monthly Giver”) or by mail to NBEGAT, Inc., P.O. Box 657, Galveston, TX 77553. 

Fifth Sundays: Foreign Missions

On every Fifth Sunday, each member is invited to give $8 toward our Foreign Mission Effort. You can give via Givelify or by mail (same address as above). 

Faith to Finish

Gifts designated to Faith to Finish are applied directly to our loan principal—accelerating payoff so more dollars serve people and mission. 

Leaders who help the work move

  • Moderator: Pastor Kerry W. Tillmon (spiritual oversight and association vision). 
  • Appointments that build capacity: Rev. Donnell Johnson, Special Assistant to the Moderator for Publicity; Sister Mary Myers, Association Treasurer. 
  • Auxiliary leadership: Brother Isaac Moshay (Worship & Arts); Dr. Shannon Clark (President, Junior Women Auxiliary). 
Our approach blends pastoral care with institutional clarity—strengthening ministries, safeguarding assets, and resourcing churches for long-term fruitfulness. 

Our calendar (highlights)

  • National Baptist General Convention of Texas — Oct 21–23, 2025, Gospel Way Church (Houston). 
  • November Extension Board — Nov 12–13, 2024, Encampment Building, #128 County Rd 119, Edna, TX 77957. 
  • Presidents’ Council Workshop 2026 — Jan 24, 2026, Encampment Building. 
  • Women’s Conference 2026 — Feb 28, 2026 (Ministers & Deacons Wives & Widows Auxiliary). 

Get in touch & share your news

  • Mailing address: NBEGAT, Inc., P.O. Box 657, Galveston, TX 77553. 
  • Send announcements & entries: For items like the Grand O’le East Queen Contest (156th Annual Session), email cos@nbegat.org with subject “Queen Contestant.” 

Why NBEGAT matters right now

We’re a network of local churches moving in the same direction—forming disciples, training leaders, sharing resources, and responding to needs together. The Eastern Beacon of Hope tells that story each month so every member sees where God is at work across the East and how to join in. 

— Prepared for the Eastern Beacon of Hope. If you’re new to the East, welcome. If you’re family, welcome home.