
Is your church ready for the next severe weather disaster?
For most congregations and associations, a disaster response is rooted in a reactive, compassionate response to needs. Whether from personal connections, social media or other media, hearts are moved to “do something.”

‘Seeing a need’: 91-year-old foregoes Christmas gifts to help children
Katherine Fortner, a member of Wallace Memorial Baptist Church, Knoxville, has volunteered at Western Heights Baptist Center for at least 35 years.

Ramadan prayer guide spotlights prayer for 1.8 billion Muslims
From sunrise to sundown, Muslims fast from food, drink, smoking and sexual relations during the holy month of Ramadan, which this year lasts from March 11–April 9.

Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief continues work on fire recovery in panhandle
More than 2o volunteers began working March 6 for cleanup and fire recovery in the Oklahoma panhandle, confirmed Jason Yarbrough, Disaster Relief director for Oklahoma Baptists.

‘Hour of need’: Ukrainian Baptists seek prayer, support
More than two years after Russia’s intensified assault on Ukraine began, Ukrainian Baptists appealed to “brothers and sisters in Christ in the United States” for prayer and support.

Your Voice: Why we need more leaders in ministry
First-person articles, comments, letters to the editor, blog excerpts, social media posts and more …

DNC wraps up; Harris accepts party’s nomination
The Democratic National Convention wrapped up Thursday evening (Aug. 22) with vice president Kamala Harris accepting the DNC nomination during her speech. The Republican National Convention was held July 15–18.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for April 21
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for April 21, written by Mark Rathel, professor at the Baptist College of Florida in Graceville, Florida.