Midwestern launches Institute for Preaching and Preachers
The newly launched Midwestern Institute for Preaching and Preachers advances Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary’s mission to train leaders for the Church by equipping and encouraging preachers of God’s Word.
Q&A: Mike Law addresses proposed amendment to SBC Constitution
Virginia pastor Mike Law addresses his proposed amendment to the SBC Constitution. The amendment comes up for its second of two consecutive votes by messengers in June at the SBC Annual Meeting in Indianapolis.
‘The road not traveled’: An urgent plea for a brighter future for the SBC
“To truly understand and attack the problem of crippling decline looming large over the future of the SBC will require Southern Baptists to embrace two radical steps,” says Chuck Kelley, president emeritus of New Orleans Seminary.
New SBC abuse prevention, response helpline launched
The Southern Baptist Convention’s Office for Abuse Prevention and Response has launched a revamped helpline for those needing assistance with matters related to sexual abuse.
Nigerian official disputes reports of anti-Christian violence
A high-ranking Nigerian official dismissed reports by international human rights organizations about widespread violence against Christians in his country as “not supported by the facts on the ground,” but some Nigerian Christian leaders disagreed.
Akin highlights framework that guides Southeastern’s approach to theological education
Danny Akin spoke to messengers to the 2024 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting in Indianapolis; he noted how the Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary focuses on four loves that align with the Great Commandment.
Six months after fire, Missouri church looking to become ‘hub of support’
Providence Baptist Church’s new building in Williamstown, Missouri, is under construction, after its previous building was destroyed in a fire here, Jan. 4.
New state law could force churches, pregnancy centers to hire abortion advocates
Governor J.B. Pritzker signed House Bill 4867 (HB 4867), which amended the Illinois Human Rights Act to “prohibit discrimination based on reproductive health decisions,” according to a media release from his office.