Serving one county’s underserved
June 16, 2025
“We firmly believe that the mission that shines the furthest out, must shine brightest at home,” said pastor Gannon Richesin.
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First person: How churches can encourage Christian fathers
June 15, 2025
The church has many opportunities to encourage Christian fathers. Unfortunately, some fathers today did not grow up in the church or have parents who provided a Christian home.
First person: My Dad, the know-it-all — and ‘lifelong learner’
June 14, 2025
My dad is a know-it-all — in history, especially naval and American history; in politics; in random facts spanning from space exploration and “Star Wars”
Churches targeted in Russian-occupied Ukraine
June 13, 2025
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’
June 13, 2025
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
June 13, 2025
Israel launched a punishing military operation, which began late Thursday evening (June 12), against Iran.
First person: What can we expect in eternity?
June 13, 2025
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
June 12, 2025
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
June 12, 2025
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
June 12, 2025
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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