Mississippi News July 31, 2025
OBITUARIES Vernell Daniels, who led at least 12 Mississippi churches over 64 years of ministry, died June 20. Joe Weideman
‘Our hearts mourn’: GA Baptists call for prayer after 4 killed in school shooting
Two students and two teachers are dead following a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, this morning (Sept. 4). A 14-year-old student has been charged with the murders, according to news reports.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for October 8
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 8, written by Mark Rathel, professor at the Baptist College of Florida in Graceville, Florida.
Study: 17 ‘critical’ needs of pastors in 2022
Pastors face unique difficulties inherent in their career, but what are their greatest needs? Pastors themselves say they’re most concerned
Greenway threatens lawsuit against SWBTS, demands $5 million
Adam Greenway threatens lawsuit against Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. The school’s former president is demanding $5 million.
New update released by SBC Sexual Abuse Task Force
The Sexual Abuse Task Force released an update Monday (Feb. 7) on its progress with the independent investigation into accusations
Baptist university’s theatre program helping relief efforts in Israel
For the second year in a row, Missouri Baptist University is melding their theatre program with Southern Baptist efforts to bring a positive gospel influence to a world broken by war.
Baptist work in Ukraine could be in jeopardy if Russian campaign succeeds
Many religious freedom watchers fear that if Russia is successful in overthrowing Ukraine’s elected government, the nation’s evangelical community, especially