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Unexpected family connection to the Holocaust

February 3, 2026

Exploring the unusual circumstances surrounding his birth, retired Southern Baptist Pastor Steve Simpson discovered an unexpected connection to the Holocaust.

Baptist volunteers press on amid winter storms; ‘Snow Angel Challenge’ spreads across NC

February 2, 2026

A lighthearted challenge issued by a western North Carolina pastor turned into a statewide movement of comedy and connection following this past weekend’s historic winter storm that hit the state.

‘Baby steps’ to thoughtfully participate in Sanctity of Life Sunday

January 15, 2026

Preparing for and observing Sanctity of Life Sunday doesn’t require an extensive program. Faithfulness often begins with simple, intentional steps. Here are several “baby steps” a church can take to thoughtfully and prayerfully participate.

Church starts new year with 74-hour public reading of entire Bible

January 8, 2026

Many Christians make a New Year’s resolution to read the entire Bible during the year. One church in southeastern North Carolina did it during the first weekend of 2026.

Biblical Recorder shifting away from print to fully digital publication

December 16, 2025

The Biblical Recorder, the news outlet for North Carolina Baptists, has announced that it will transition to a quarterly print publication in January and discontinue

NC city withdraws ban of church ads on buses

December 15, 2025

The city of Durham, North Carolina, which barred a church advertisement from appearing on city buses, withdrew its ban after the church sent a demand letter claiming First Amendment violations.

What does it take to reach the next generation?

November 4, 2025

What does it take to reach the next generation with the gospel? Shane Pruitt has been asking that question for years. As the national next-gen director for the North American Mission Board, he’s not just talking about Gen Z and Gen Alpha, he’s talking with them.