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Mississippi News Oct. 29

October 29, 2025

Obituaries Gary Pettit, a bivocational pastor who served Mississippi Baptist churches and the oil industry, died Aug. 14. He was 75. Bobby Nowell Parish, who

SBC leader Morris Chapman dies at 84

October 20, 2025

Morris H. Chapman, former pastor, former Southern Baptist Convention president and former SBC Executive Committee president died Monday, Oct. 20, at age 84.

Filming underway for Mel Gibson’s ‘The Resurrection of the Christ’

October 17, 2025

Filming has begun in Rome on “The Resurrection of the Christ,” Mel Gibson’s sequel to his 2004 “The Passion of the Christ,” Variety first reported.

Remaining Israeli hostages released following ceasefire

October 13, 2025

Celebrations are underway today (Oct. 13) as all 20 remaining living hostages held by Hamas in Gaza have been freed and returned to Israel.

Ceasefire between Israel, Hamas takes effect; what next?

October 10, 2025

A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect Friday (Oct. 10) at noon local time. The news signaled the end of a two-year war that left tens of thousands dead.

Mississippi News Oct. 9, 2025

October 9, 2025

Celebrations Greens Creek Church, Petal, Pine Belt Association, celebrates its 175th anniversary Oct. 11, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; music includes the Williamsons and Cross Winds; free

Government shutdown begins: What next?

October 1, 2025

As a result, about 750,000 workers face furloughs or layoffs, with a variety of services disrupted nationwide.

‘Targeted violence’ hits Michigan Mormon church; investigation continues

September 29, 2025

Authorities continue to release more details following a horrific attack Sunday (Sept. 28) on a Michigan Mormon church.

Truett McConnell University parts ways with president Emir Caner

September 27, 2025

The board of Truett McConnell University decided Sept. 25 to “part ways” with president Emir Caner after hearing the results of an independent investigation.