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Argentina’s rising suicide rate
In 2025, Argentina recorded 5,209 suicides, according to the report “When Suicide Appears as an Option in Argentina” by the Criminal Policy Observatory. The figure reportedly represents a 22.6% increase over 2024 and a rate of 11.8 suicides per 100,000 people.
Taking a closer look at pastor pay
Senior pastors at Southern Baptist churches have had to make do with less pay and even less purchasing power recently.
‘Tragic moments demand a response:’ 4 ways to handle them
The phone rings with news that takes your breath away. Stunning news. A tragic car accident leaving several family members dead or injured. What’s your church’s next move?
New study focuses on psychological aftermath of abortion
According to a new study, most women who have had an abortion report more than one pre-existing risk factor associated with moderate-to-severe psychosocial harm.
Opinion: 25 years after 9/11, a lot has changed — and not much
By the time you read this, many people will be talking about where they were when the Twin Towers fell 25 years ago. Bells will toll. Long lists of names will be read. We will remember, and never forget.
University’s training claims religious liberty is ‘license to discriminate’
Does religious freedom really just give license to discriminate? A University of Georgia (UGA) training program claims it does.
Baptist photographer reflects on 9/11 assignment — and ‘the cross’
It’s been 25 years since the World Trade Center towers fell after highjacked planes crashed into them. Jim Veneman reflects on his assignment to Ground Zero and the photograph he still talks about.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 13
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for Sept. 13, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
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Burning Man boots Christian camp accused of aggressive evangelism
A Christian camp, known as Shift the Atmosphere, was reportedly kicked out of the annual “anything goes,” counter-cultural event held this week in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert after being accused of aggressive evangelism tactics.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 6
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for Sept. 6, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
Launching a new congregation, part 2 — the deacons say, ‘No’
Brian was disappointed, but not surprised. “It was not totally unexpected,” he told Trip. “When I was pastor of another congregation where we talked about launching a new congregation, we got the same first response.”
Change, transitions nothing new to SBC workers. Here’s why they stay.
Labor Day is Sept. 7. The Baptist Paper asked several leaders in various roles at SBC entities to share challenges, lessons learned during leadership transitions and reflections on why they keep returning each day for more.
Baptist photographer reflects on 9/11 assignment — and ‘the cross’
It’s been 25 years since the World Trade Center towers fell after highjacked planes crashed into them. Jim Veneman reflects on his assignment to Ground Zero and the photograph he still talks about.
‘God in the valley’: Georgia pastor faces ALS diagnosis with faith
For 30 years, pastor Chris Pritchett has walked with Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Bowman, Georgia, through seasons of joy, grief, uncertainty and loss. On Sunday (Aug. 23), he asked the church to walk with him.
Training school equips pastors without traditional seminary route
Armed with a vision to help meet the need for pulpit supply in Mississippi and surrounding states, the Pastor Training School of Mississippi was developed under the leadership of a group of like-minded men to assist others serving in pastoral ministry.
Study: Church attendance is up. But what about unchurched?
Looking out at those gathered for a weekend worship service, around half of pastors say their congregations have grown. Slightly
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‘Tragic moments demand a response:’ 4 ways to handle them
The phone rings with news that takes your breath away. Stunning news. A tragic car accident leaving several family members dead or injured. What’s your church’s next move?
Baptist photographer reflects on 9/11 assignment — and ‘the cross’
It’s been 25 years since the World Trade Center towers fell after highjacked planes crashed into them. Jim Veneman reflects on his assignment to Ground Zero and the photograph he still talks about.
Labor Day: SBC leaders reflect on their work, why they stay
As Labor Day approached, the Baptist Paper asked several leaders in various roles at SBC entities to share challenges, lessons learned during leadership transitions and reflections on why they keep returning each day for more.
Remembering 9/11 keeps me humble, helps me empathize, pushes me forward
My fingers continuously paused on the keyboard as I thought through what to share in this week’s editorial. It had to focus on 9/11, but what could I really say that hasn’t been said before?
‘Tragic moments demand a response:’ 4 ways to handle them
The phone rings with news that takes your breath away. Stunning news. A tragic car accident leaving several family members dead or injured. What’s your church’s next move?
Baptist photographer reflects on 9/11 assignment — and ‘the cross’
It’s been 25 years since the World Trade Center towers fell after highjacked planes crashed into them. Jim Veneman reflects on his assignment to Ground Zero and the photograph he still talks about.
Labor Day: SBC leaders reflect on their work, why they stay
As Labor Day approached, the Baptist Paper asked several leaders in various roles at SBC entities to share challenges, lessons learned during leadership transitions and reflections on why they keep returning each day for more.
Remembering 9/11 keeps me humble, helps me empathize, pushes me forward
My fingers continuously paused on the keyboard as I thought through what to share in this week’s editorial. It had to focus on 9/11, but what could I really say that hasn’t been said before?