SBC Presidential Q&A with The Baptist Paper: Willy Rice
May 20, 2026
The Baptist Paper reached out to those who have announced intentions to be nominated for president of the Southern Baptist Convention.
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Convention preview: SBC 2026 messengers heading to Orlando in June
May 20, 2026
Southern Baptist families across the country will be making the familiar trek to Orlando this summer for the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting — and probably a stop at Disney.
First person: ‘Disney Adults’ and the search for that ‘nostalgic feeling’
May 19, 2026
Americans spend a lot of money on vacation — with many wanting to visit the same place over and over each year — but what drives Disney adults?
Disability Ministry Task Force ready for its SBC ‘moment’
February 17, 2026
Tom Stolle still remembers the frustration he felt years ago when he read a report that highlighted peoples views — and apparent lack of understanding — of those with disabilities.
Iorg highlights ‘steady’ SBC progress amid ongoing challenges
February 16, 2026
During the Executive Committee’s winter meeting in Nashville, Jeff Iorg shared his report emphasizing “steady incremental progress” despite ongoing challenges facing the Southern Baptist Convention.
Four young women named to 2026 National Acteens Panel
February 6, 2026
Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU, SBC) has named four young women to the 2026 National Acteens Panel. They include Alexis Andrade of Freeman of Heights Baptist
Analysis of Annual Church Profile shows areas of decline, growth in SBC
November 4, 2025
The average Southern Baptist church is likely an older, small Southern church. If you want to find a growing congregation, however, you might need to look for a new, larger church—or even one in the Northeast.
Opinion: Chuck Kelley’s take on SBC trends
October 31, 2025
“This is not a time for Southern Baptists to get mad. It is not a time to look for a person or persons to blame. Southern Baptist leaders need to know that we can handle disappointing news and face challenges with resolve, not rage. This is a time for Southern Baptists to buckle up and get ready for some tough news, some hard choices, and the necessity of working up hill for years,” said Chuck Kelley.
GCR Task Force audio files (part 9): The final meeting and ‘To God be the Glory’
October 31, 2025
EDITOR’S NOTE — The Baptist Paper staff members have completed their review of the audio files from the 2009–2010 meetings of the Great Commission Resurgence
GCR Task Force audio files (part 8): Executive Committee leaders voice concerns
October 17, 2025
The Baptist Paper staff members continue their review of the audio files from the 2009–2010 meetings of the Great Commission Resurgence Task Force.
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