Author explores making theology accessible for every person
In his book “God,” theologian and author Malcolm B. Yarnell seeks to make theology accessible to the common churchgoer. “God” is the first volume of a three-part series from B&H Publishing Group entitled “Theology for Every Person.”
Historic East TX church sees exponential growth after evangelism, visitation efforts
Mulberry Springs Baptist Church, about 15 miles northeast of Longview, doesn’t see a lot of traffic on a typical day. Yet the rural congregation — founded in 1892 — is building a new worship space to seat nearly 800 people.
‘Remarkably different’: KY pastor laid to rest during total solar eclipse
Long-time Kentucky Baptist pastor Jack Studie died April 4 at age 76 — but it’s a photo from his graveside service that is “remarkably different” than the norm.
Faithfulness in ‘unique struggles’ urged during ministry wives retreat
“We are called to be faithful to what He’s called us to do in our specific church with our specific people in our specific place with a specific gift or a specific purpose,” said Christine Hoover during one of three main sessions.
Being ‘No. 2’: Executive pastors gather for ministry essentials training
“In essence, the executive pastor works alongside the senior pastor to free him of many of the daily tasks and decisions so he is free to pray, study, preach and lead.”
Religious freedom protections enacted for adoption, foster care
Both laws, said ADF Senior Counsel Greg Chafuen, prioritize children over politics and protect faith-based families from discrimination.
Boy’s miracle leads to father’s ministry
In 2018 in Missouri, Xavier Cunningham had an accident that nearly cost him his life. Between his miraculous recovery and time in the hospital, this event inspired his father Shannon Miller to pursue a life of ministry.
Campaign urges release of 7 ministers in Eritrea
21Wilberforce and the Baptist World Alliance are joining other Christian groups in calling for the release of seven church leaders in Eritrea who have been detained without trial more than 20 years.