Hurricane Francine: Baptist volunteers ready for busy weekend
September 13, 2024
Baptist Disaster Relief teams from several states are responding to the damage in the South left by Hurricane Francine.
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‘We’re unified’: FBC Monticello leads by example in Utah
September 13, 2024
Six elders have led First Baptist Church Monticello, Utah, southwest of Moab, since February 2022. All were ordained to pastoral ministry this February and serve jointly to pastor the church where about 40 people attend Sunday mornings …
Report urges changes to advance international religious freedom
September 12, 2024
Naming the worst violators of international religious freedom has been a good way to condemn bad behavior but has been far less effective at bringing about changes in policy by foreign nations, according to a new report.
‘Modern day Ellis Island’: Refugees find help, hope in Charleston
September 12, 2024
A redeeming shift in its treatment of internationals is happening in Charleston, South Carolina. What was once a major port for enslaved people is now a harbor for diaspora groups, and Southern Baptists are an important part of the change.
Georgia churches offer refuge, healing in wake of school shooting
September 12, 2024
As the residents of Barrow County, Georgia — and especially the students at Apalachee High School — deal with the aftermath of a Sept. 4 school shooting, Baptist churches are working together to provide support.
Location blindness — and why the Church needs to overcome it
September 12, 2024
Have you ever noticed a business, restaurant or church only after needing its services, despite passing by it daily? This is called “location blindness.”
Authorities arrest 7 for threats against Pope in Indonesia
September 11, 2024
Counter-terrorism forces in Indonesia arrested seven suspects on terrorism charges before and during Pope Francis’ visit to the country Sept. 3–6, Morning Star News reported.
Updated list of ERLC board of trustees
September 11, 2024
Scott Foshie of Illinois is the new board chair for the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission. Amy Pettway of Florida is vice chair, and Anthony Cox of Arizona is secretary. Trustees represent nearly 30 states. Find the full list here.
ERLC board affirms staff, seeks ‘to listen to churches’
September 11, 2024
The ERLC board seeks “to support the team at the ERLC, as well as listen to our churches, as together we navigate a turbulent political climate,” said Tony Beam, interim board chair for ERLC through the Sept. 10–11 board meeting.
West Texas A&M BSM celebrates 104 years of reaching students
September 11, 2024
West Texas A&M Baptist Student Ministry in Canyon celebrated 104 years of reaching, equipping and mobilizing students for the sake of the gospel on West Texas A&M University’s campus.
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