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First person: My Dad, the know-it-all — and ‘lifelong learner’
My dad is a know-it-all — in history, especially naval and American history; in politics; in random facts spanning from

Churches targeted in Russian-occupied Ukraine
Authorities in the Russian-occupied Luhansk region of Ukraine raided an unregistered Baptist church during a Pentecost Sunday worship service, an Oslo-based news service focused on international human rights and religious freedom reported.

Christian musician’s admission shines light on ‘double life’
Days after an investigation revealed allegations of sexual assault against Christian musician Michael Tait, the former Newsboys frontman publicly admitted to abusing cocaine and alcohol and touching men “in an unwanted sensual way.”

Israel launches attack on Iran; Iran retaliates with drone strikes
Israel launched a punishing military operation, which began late Thursday evening (June 12), against Iran.

First person: What can we expect in eternity?
For some, discussions about eternity are no more than wishful thinking. Others imagine our forever abode as unappealing and boring.

Amendment on women pastors falls short again
Messengers voted 3,421 to 2,191—60.74 percent to 38.90 percent—in favor of a motion to “clarify” only churches with male pastors are considered in “friendly cooperation” with the SBC.

SBC affirms resolution on gender, marriage and family
Messengers to the Southern Baptist Convention in Dallas voted to affirm all eight resolutions brought to the floor — with some debate — but with only one amendment, deemed friendly.

Southern Baptists defeat motion to abolish the ERLC
Messengers to the SBC annual meeting in Dallas voted 3,744 (56.89 percent) to 2,819 (42.84 percent) on June 11 to reject a motion introduced by Willy Rice of Calvary Baptist Church in Clearwater, Fla., to abolish the ERLC.
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Jennifer Lyell dies at 47
Jennifer Lyell, a former vice president of Lifeway who accused a seminary professor of sexual abuse in 2018, died yesterday (June 7) at age 47 after a series of massive strokes.

Motion to counter sue Johnny Hunt among 28 proposed at SBC Annual Meeting
While 11 of the motions made during the morning session were referred to appropriate entities for further consideration and to report back to messengers next year, two will be debated and voted on by this year’s messengers tomorrow, June 11.

Three major motions defeated at #SBC25
The three major debates anticipated for the more than 10,000 messengers to the 2025 SBC Annual Meeting in Dallas — plus a few unexpected ones — all failed to garner enough votes for passage.

The Law Amendment: What You Need to Know
The Law Amendment is expected to return to the floor of the SBC 2025 annual meeting in Dallas. Here’s what it is, why it matters, and how you can better understand the discussion.

North to Alaska: SC vet marks 20 volunteer years at The Iditarod
Roger Troutman’s love for animals and a willingness to step “outside the box” motivated him to learn more about The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race and take the steps to become a volunteer.

Sanchez gives encouragement for pastors to identify, avoid ungodly leaders in the church
At the Southern Baptist Pastors Conference on June 9 in Dallas, Juan Sanchez said there are two things pastors need to do when it comes to ungodly people in the church who oppose the truth.

Investigation launched at Truett McConnell Univ. on alleged abuse
The plan calls for an investigation led by Richard Hyde of Phoenix Research LLC, the placement of TMU President Emir Caner on administrative leave pending the outcome, and the appointment of John Yarbrough as acting president.

SBC 2025 preview: All eyes on Dallas — What will be the big issues this year?
Southern Baptists will be gathering soon in Dallas for this year’s Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting (June 10–11), which is expected to draw well over 10,000 people.
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First person: My Dad, the know-it-all — and ‘lifelong learner’
My dad is a know-it-all — in history, especially naval and American history; in politics; in random facts spanning from

Churches targeted in Russian-occupied Ukraine
Authorities in the Russian-occupied Luhansk region of Ukraine raided an unregistered Baptist church during a Pentecost Sunday worship service, an Oslo-based news service focused on international human rights and religious freedom reported.

First person: What can we expect in eternity?
For some, discussions about eternity are no more than wishful thinking. Others imagine our forever abode as unappealing and boring.

Lifeway aims to ‘build things’ to come alongside churches as they make disciples
In his report to the Southern Baptist Convention on June 11, Ben Mandrell said Lifeway’s role is to “build things for the body of Christ,” not to be one-size-fits-all.

First person: My Dad, the know-it-all — and ‘lifelong learner’
My dad is a know-it-all — in history, especially naval and American history; in politics; in random facts spanning from

Churches targeted in Russian-occupied Ukraine
Authorities in the Russian-occupied Luhansk region of Ukraine raided an unregistered Baptist church during a Pentecost Sunday worship service, an Oslo-based news service focused on international human rights and religious freedom reported.

First person: What can we expect in eternity?
For some, discussions about eternity are no more than wishful thinking. Others imagine our forever abode as unappealing and boring.

Lifeway aims to ‘build things’ to come alongside churches as they make disciples
In his report to the Southern Baptist Convention on June 11, Ben Mandrell said Lifeway’s role is to “build things for the body of Christ,” not to be one-size-fits-all.