SBC membership decline continues; baptisms jump more than 10%
While the Southern Baptist Convention’s Annual Church Profile has shown a surge in baptisms and rising attendance, the SBC’s 18-year membership slide continued in 2024.
Historic Black church in Dallas County celebrates 160 years
On June 16, Mount Pisgah Missionary Baptist Church — affectionately known to its members as The Rock — will celebrate 160 years of faithful Christian service and ministry.
Chinese churches share gospel through pin trading during Paris Olympics
Reports continue coming from Paris. The Summer Olympic games are impacting the City of Lights while Christians are sharing the light of the gospel.
NAMB announces new abuse prevention, response plan
The North American Mission Board announced a new abuse prevention and response plan today (May 25) through a statement by
Church branding essential: ‘Matchy matchy’
In fact, there are four areas that must match. And by doing the hard work of making these areas similar (i.e. matchy matchy), you’ll create an environment of trust, reliability and loyalty for your congregation and community.
Pastors’ story shows significance, passion behind helping young ministers
Mentoring young ministers is a passion for longtime friends and former Tennessee Baptist Convention presidents Larry Robertson and Steve Freeman.
Author’s memoir, ‘Much Like Joseph,’ shares story of despair, betrayal, hope
Desire Nana has a French name that has long been confusing when people see it in writing. But he’s clear
One pastor’s purpose behind his drive to make a difference
“The point (behind the recently announced new Abuse Response Commission) is to serve the churches of our convention while not creating liability for the SBC.” —Marshall Blalock, previous chair of SBC’s Abuse Reform Implementation Task Force