Tent Ministry

"Anyone inquiring of the Lord would go to the tent of meeting outside the camp."

Exodus 33:7

With assistance from the North American Mission Board and the Montana Southern Baptist Convention we have two tents available for evangelism / outreach events. Tent sizes, approximate seating capacity, and fees are as follows:

Fees cover the cost of maintaining the tent ministry across the state. Montana Southern Baptist Churches or ministries affiliated with the Montana Southern Baptist Convention may use the tents for revivals, church planting, block parties, or other evangelistic events. Tents must be checked out by a church or association.

Reasons for Using a Tent

1.       Some people will attend a service or activity in a tent who would not come in a    

            church building. A tent is a "neutral" place.

2.       The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed.

3.       Because it is different or unusual, some people will be attracted to it.

4.       For some, there is an emotional stirring of nostalgia from earlier times.

5.       Others will have memories, but stories heard from their parents or grandparents

            also create an urge to attend the event.

6.       A suitable building may not be available.

Scheduling the Tent

Only churches and/or associations affiliated with the Montana Southern Baptist Convention may use the evangelism tents. When a tent is needed, it should be requested early. Tents may be scheduled as follows:

1.       Download the application form above and call Rhonda Mendiolaza (406-252-7537)

          for more information or you may email her at rmendiolaza@mtsbc.org. 

2.       Complete the application form and return it to the Evangelism Office with the

          appropriate fee.

3.       The MTSBC will send a confirmation form only when the Office has received the

          application and deposit.

Transporting the Tent and Equipment

The tents are stored in utility trailers in Billings and Helena area. The user will be responsible for picking up and returning the tent. Trailer hitch and light hookup specifications will be sent to the user before the pick-up date. The trailer will also contain materials such as stakes, poles and ropes, sledge-hammers which are necessary for setting up the tent. The user must provide all other equipment such as light kits, sound system, chairs, platform, pulpit and other miscellaneous items.