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Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode:

Former Gardendale pastor Steve Gaines dies following battle with cancer

https://thebaptistpaper.org/mark-snowden-reflects-on-45-years-of-missions-and-ministry/

First person: Could you visit Iran? Start praying.

Evangelist ‘crosses’ America with a message

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Olympics update: IOC announces decision on protecting women’s competition

March 26, 2026

The International Olympic Committee announced Thursday (March 26) that only biological women will be allowed to compete in women’s Olympic events starting with the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

Christian filmmaker Stephen Kendrick calls men to Spirit-led discipleship

March 26, 2026

Spirit-led discipleship, courageous fatherhood and intentional leadership. These were among the main topics highlighted as more than 200 men recently

Former sheriff killed in hit-and-run, remembered for legacy and faith

March 25, 2026

“On Sunday morning, he sat in the foyer to make sure everyone was safe and okay,” pastor Jimmy Koonce recalled. “He was always a very quieting, comforting presence.”

As Iran war continues, annual Palm Sunday procession in Jerusalem canceled

March 25, 2026

As the Iran war continues, the annual Palm Sunday procession in Jerusalem has been canceled, church leaders have announced.