Christian falsely charged with blasphemy in Pakistan is acquitted
A judge in Pakistan on June 12 acquitted a Christian of blasphemy and terrorism charges after the prosecution failed to
FBC Alexandria ‘grieved,’ but sees ‘God’s grace with full season of ministry’
“We have ample ministry opportunity and are praying for the energy to keep up,” said FBC Alexandria Pastor Robert Stephens. “God’s grace is apparent in this full season of ministry. It will help our congregation process and move forward.”
New overtime rules for salaried employees may impact churches
A new law regarding overtime pay thresholds adopted by the U.S. Department of Labor will go into effect July 1. It is important that churches stay informed on the law to avoid any potential legal disputes.
‘Embrace peace’: Rights violations in Nigeria continue drawing attention
Baptists in Africa called for “all parties concerned” about religious freedom and human rights in Nigeria to “embrace peace for the good of all.”
Oklahoma network sends students on mission to Omaha
This was one of the many trips sponsored by the GoStudents Network, which focuses on raising up a generation to complete the task of sharing Christ with a lost world.
Sills jury trial canceled; judge calls for new trial date
A federal judge has postponed a jury trial in a lawsuit filed by a former Baptist seminary professor David Sills and his wife, Mary, against the Southern Baptist Convention and other defendants.
Another country announces ban on social media access for teens
Spain is among the latest countries planning to ban social media access for children under 16.
Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission presidential search committee chair requests prayer as vetting begins
The seven-member presidential search committee of the board of trustees for the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern