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BCNE makes history, elects Brazilian pastor president

November 16, 2023

The Baptist Churches of New England made history Nov. 4 when they elected Lierte Soares Jr., a Massachusetts pastor from Brazil, as their president.

BGAV approves task force to ‘support and advocate’ for women in pastoral roles

November 15, 2023

The Baptist General Association of Virginia approved a motion to create a task force to explore ways to “support and advocate for women in pastoral,

Study shows churches accept new normal, many ‘growing again’

November 15, 2023

For two years now, almost every church in America has been holding in-person worship services, but not every pre-pandemic worshiper has returned.

‘We will go and tell’: IMB Sending Celebration appoints 49 missionaries

November 15, 2023

A total of 49 individuals who answered God’s call on their lives and were appointed as International Mission Board missionaries during the Sending Celebration Nov. 14 at Idlewild Baptist Church in Tampa, Florida.

Hawaii VBS programs get boost of support from TN church

November 15, 2023

“How amazing,” noted Craig Webb of the Hawaii Pacific Baptist Convention, “that one church that happens to be a larger church than any of our churches in Hawaii chose to make this special gift and impact so many churches.”

Georgia Baptists present $1.7 million check to IMB during annual meeting

November 14, 2023

Georgia Baptists have given an additional $1.7 million to the International Mission Board to support missionaries serving around the world.

Michigan executive director announces retirement; other changes ahead

November 14, 2023

Tim Patterson, executive director-treasurer of the Baptist State Convention of Michigan, has announced his plans to retire, effective December 31, 2024.

Women’s leadership forum equips women, emphasizes God’s faithfulness

November 14, 2023

At Lifeway Women’s Leadership Forum, women studied God’s faithfulness and examined how it transforms their leadership in ministry, the workplace and their homes.