
Four kidnapped, dozens of Nigerian Christians killed as violence continues
Some 70 worshippers were killed and four kidnapped in separate incidents in the continued onslaught against Christians in Nigeria. On

Authorities arrest 7 for threats against Pope in Indonesia
Counter-terrorism forces in Indonesia arrested seven suspects on terrorism charges before and during Pope Francis’ visit to the country Sept. 3–6, Morning Star News reported.

‘Grounded and growing’: State Convention of Baptists in Indiana embraces rebrand
The State Convention of Baptists in Indiana recently announced the results of a rebranding project that they launched earlier this

Recap of this week’s SBC Exec Comm meeting
While the anticipated next step regarding who will lead the SBC Executive Committee in the interim period changed mid-way through the trustees’ meeting this week, trustee chair Philip Robertson plans to begin a new search right away.

‘First responders’: New poll shows faith leaders key to bridging gap to mental health care
When it comes to mental health, “too blessed to be stressed” isn’t an altogether helpful catchphrase, according to the American Psychiatric Association.

North Carolina association partners with language churches to ‘penetrate darkness’
When it comes to international language ministry, Michael Barrett doesn’t have to travel very far to reach his missions field.

Your Voice: First person — Persevere through criticism
First-person articles, comments, letters to the editor, blog excerpts, social media posts and more …

TN Disaster Relief aids tornado victims in Ohio, sees God at work
Tennessee Baptist Disaster Relief has been on site in Goshen Township, Ohio, assisting victims of an EF2 tornado which struck