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North Carolina BCH releases update on Blackwell’s indefinite leave of absence
In an effort to provide clarity “in light of misinformation circulating in public conversation,” Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina
South Carolina youth pastor charged with voyeurism
A 35-year-old South Carolina youth pastor was arrested and charged with voyeurism May 27 after allegedly videotaping a woman while
‘Go Now’: 261 TX college students commissioned for summer missions opportunities
On May 21, college students gathered in Pilgrim Chapel at Dallas Baptist University to be commissioned for the missions they’ve
SBC Executive Committee search team elects officers
The Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee presidential search team met June 1 to elect officers and establish organizational plans for
MedAdvance 2023: Registration open for those with passion for healthcare, missions
For those with a passion for healthcare and a calling to missions, the International Mission Board has avenues of service
California church VBS offers launchpad for turning teens into leaders
Brant Jones might not be in vocational ministry in Alabama if a church in Southern California hadn’t used Vacation Bible
Pakistani Christian sentenced to death under blasphemy law
A court in Bahawalpur, Pakistan on Tuesday (May 30) handed the death penalty to a 22-year-old Christian on an unsubstantiated
First Person: 18 things to celebrate about being Southern Baptist
Recently, I was asked to speak at a gathering of pastors in an association in our state. As most denominational
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Southwestern board finds recent accusations ‘without merit’
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary released a statement Tuesday (May 30) from board of trustees chair Danny Roberts regarding the May
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for May 28
Avoiding a Critical Spirit Numbers 12:1–15 I heard of a man who attended a local high school football game. He
North Carolina BCH president taking indefinite leave of absence
Michael C. Blackwell, longtime president and CEO of the Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina, has taken a voluntary leave
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for June 4
JETHRO AND MOSES Exodus 18:9–11, 14–21 Even if you’re not a sports fan, you probably recognize the name Michael Jordan.
SBC 2023: What to know about this year’s meeting in New Orleans
As the 2023 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting fast approaches, around 10,000 messengers are expected to gather June 13–14 at
SBC Executive Committee search team elects officers
The Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee presidential search team met June 1 to elect officers and establish organizational plans for
SWBTS calls special meeting to address trustee concerns
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary will hold a special called meeting May 30 via Zoom to address concerns raised by trustees
ARITF prepares for Ministry Check release, continues work on ‘credibly accused’ standard
Ahead of its report to messengers at the Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting next month, the Abuse Reform Implementation Task
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‘Go Now’: 261 TX college students commissioned for summer missions opportunities
On May 21, college students gathered in Pilgrim Chapel at Dallas Baptist University to be commissioned for the missions they’ve
First Person: 18 things to celebrate about being Southern Baptist
Recently, I was asked to speak at a gathering of pastors in an association in our state. As most denominational
First Person: What the decline of religiosity really reveals
A recent article I read said “religion in the lives of Americans is on the decline.” That’s news? Anyone paying
Comedian uses touring show to spark laughs and life change
Sometimes it can feel as if the days of the variety show — like those of Carol Burnett and Red
‘Go Now’: 261 TX college students commissioned for summer missions opportunities
On May 21, college students gathered in Pilgrim Chapel at Dallas Baptist University to be commissioned for the missions they’ve
First Person: 18 things to celebrate about being Southern Baptist
Recently, I was asked to speak at a gathering of pastors in an association in our state. As most denominational
First Person: What the decline of religiosity really reveals
A recent article I read said “religion in the lives of Americans is on the decline.” That’s news? Anyone paying
Comedian uses touring show to spark laughs and life change
Sometimes it can feel as if the days of the variety show — like those of Carol Burnett and Red