180-year-old Christian university to close doors
Limestone University, a 180-year-old Christian liberal arts college in Gaffney, South Carolina, is closing its doors — both on-campus and online programs.
Texas church plant aims to be ‘where the town is’
Jonathan Leftwich had just wrapped up his most exciting year of ministry at Fellowship Church at Plum Creek in 2019.
IMB prioritizes NextGen pathways to missions
Christ-following college students and young adults have a passion to serve, said Easton Vinson who serves as minister to young adults at First Baptist Church of Lafayette, Louisiana.
90-year-old pastor celebrated by Georgia community
Senior pastor Randy Ellis stated, “George Ross is a man who sets the golden standard for the heart of the pastor. At 90 years old, he still faithfully ministers to those under his care. Ross’s ability to connect with people and impart empathy is unmatched.”
5 reasons churches struggle to reach the next generation
The 2026 Illinois Leadership Summit, held in Springfield January 20-21, featured four main session speakers discussing the hard work needed to reach the next generation.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for April 26
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for April 26, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.
Church communication: A ministry guide to good image resolution
As a church communicator dedicated to effective church communication, you understand that visuals play a pivotal role in conveying your church’s message.
Q&A with David Allen, candidate for SBC president
The Baptist Paper reached out to each of the six individuals who have announced intentions to be nominated for president of the Southern Baptist Convention at the 2024 SBC Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, June 11–12.