
Into whose image should associations nurture churches?
George Bullard discusses the importance of crafting a church in the image of God rather than earthly institutions. For the church to be made into the image of God, it must be open to spiritual, strategical and structural change.

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.

Historic Black church in Dallas County celebrates 160 years
On June 16, Mount Pisgah Missionary Baptist Church — affectionately known to its members as The Rock — will celebrate 160 years of faithful Christian service and ministry.

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

First person: What drives church leaders out of ministry?
“No, no, no. Not him!” was my first thought when I heard the tragic story. It was one of my close pastor friends who was terminated from a church. I couldn’t believe the news. “Why, God? Why?”

‘Banned’: Russian courts ban unregistered Baptists’ activities
Russian courts have banned at least 10 unregistered Baptist congregations from meeting without state permission, a Norway-based human rights organization reported.

‘We were there’: Arkansas Baptists respond to tragedy in Fordyce
Tragedy struck the small town of Fordyce on June 21. A shooter opened fire at the Mad Butcher grocery store, killing four people and injuring 10 others.