
Diverse ministry context provides opportunities, Dew says in NOBTS report
Five years into his tenure as president of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and Leavell College, Jamie Dew said serving there has been “the greatest honor and the greatest joy” of his family’s life.

NC county files motion to dismiss zoning lawsuit by Summit Church
The motion, filed Thursday, March 27, asks the U.S. Middle District Court to dismiss the lawsuit because attorneys for the county say the court lacks jurisdiction to hear and rule on the case.

‘Loving our neighbors’: Missouri ministry caring for ‘the whole person’
Church’s IMPACT ministry began as a small church closet. Today, it is spread throughout the Blue Springs community.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for July 14
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for July 14, written by Mark Rathel, professor at the Baptist College of Florida in Graceville, Florida.

Serving one county’s underserved
“We firmly believe that the mission that shines the furthest out, must shine brightest at home,” said pastor Gannon Richesin.

Trailer with purpose: Baptist association equips churches for outreach
While churches often rely on shared resources for ministry, one Southern Baptist association in southwest Missouri found a way to turn a donated travel trailer into a block party trailer — designed to help churches reach their communities.

Spotting common signs of online romance scams
In today’s digital age of social media and online dating, romance scams are becoming more prevalent. Many who prey on

Building community: Camp Fusion raises new leaders
Mark Heavener, director of intercultural ministries in the Baptist General Convention of Texas’ Center for Cultural Engagement, built Camp Fusion on two pillars — spiritual formation and leadership experience.