Language and Regional Conventions

The Myanmar Baptist Convention embraces the rich cultural and linguistic diversity of Myanmar through our network of language-based and regional conventions. Each convention serves specific communities while maintaining the unity of Baptist faith and practice.

Convention Statistics

14

Language Conventions

4

Regional Conventions

2

Direct Affiliate Churches

Language-Based Conventions

14 distinct language conventions serving diverse ethnic communities

1
Ahka Convention

(AkBC)

2
Asho Chin Convention

(ACBC)

3
Chin Convention

(CBC)

4
Kachin Convention

(KcBC)

5
Kayin Convention

(KyBC)

6
Lahu Convention

(LaBC)

7
Lisu Convention

(LiBC)

8
Mon Convention

(MoBCU)

9
Myanmar Convention

(MBCU)

10
Naga Convention

(NBC)

11
Pwo Kayin Convention

(PKBC)

12
Shan Convention

(SBC-E/S)

13
Tedim Convention

(TBC)

14
Wa Convention

(WBC)

Regional Conventions

4 regional conventions serving geographical areas

15
Northern Shan Convention

(NSSBC)

16
Rakhine State Convention

(RSBCU)

17
Shweli Shan Convention

(SSBMC)

18
Southern Shan Convention

(SSHMS)

Direct Affiliate Churches

Special member churches with direct MBC affiliation

19
Immanuel Baptist Church

Direct Affiliate

20
Judson Church

Direct Affiliate

Convention Features

Cultural Preservation

Each convention maintains and celebrates its unique cultural heritage while sharing the common Baptist faith.

Language Ministry

Worship, education, and outreach conducted in native languages to ensure effective communication and spiritual growth.

Local Leadership

Indigenous leadership development programs to strengthen each convention's autonomy and effectiveness.

Inter-Convention Cooperation

Regular collaboration between conventions for shared resources, training, and mission activities.