‘Galling lack of concern’ at the center of W.Va. transgender athlete controversy, church says
BRIDGEPORT, West Va. (BP) — Simpson Creek Baptist Church’s record in defending free speech goes back further than the United States itself.
Christian presence quickly dwindling in Gaza after seven months of war
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (BP) -- At Easter, Gaza Baptist Church leader Shady Al-Najjar described those sheltered in the church’s remnants as “too tired to suffer,” living “very difficult” and “useless” days.
N.C. pastor offers insights into SBC nomination process
INDIANAPOLIS (BP) – The Southern Baptist Convention Committee on Nominations is responsible for presenting nominees to messengers at the SBC annual meeting for individuals to serve in a variety of capacities across SBC life. These positions include members of the SBC Executive Committee; trustees for SBC entities, institutions and commissions; and members of standing committees, except certain positions on the Credentials Committee.
South Carolina women ‘Go Experience’ sharing Gospel, partnering with IMB
HONEA PATH, S.C. (BP) – Rwanda? Kenya? No trip sounded right. So, Katie kept searching for the perfect short-term mission trip on the International Mission Board’s Go Experience website. Her women-only team from First Baptist Church Honea Path wanted a place where they could use their gifts and maybe look into a partnership.
Keahbone says Gospel, CP ‘key to who we are,’ looks to increase participation in SBC
NASHVILLE (BP) – It was an older lady knocking on his door that truly helped Mike Keahbone start his faith journey. The lady was from a church down the street, and she was inviting him to Vacation Bible School.
SBC DIGEST: GuideStone Summit 2024; Crossover Student Rally
GuideStone Summit focuses on NextGen, service, strong workplaces; NAMB to hold student rally in Indy.
Nearly 50 Christians killed in Nigeria attacks; dozens wounded, displaced
BENUE, Nigeria (BP) – Neary 50 Christians have been killed in a series of militant attacks on villages in Benue, Plateau and Kaduna states in late April through early May, with dozens more wounded and displaced, according to news reports.
Church planting ‘class of 2023’ bearing fruit, baptizing believers throughout North America
HALIFAX, Nova Scotia (BP) – Before starting Port City Church in 2023, church planting missionary Jeremy Dager and his core team worked hard to engage their community leading up to their launch.
Iorg to graduates: Be flexible following God
ONTARIO, Calif. (BP) – During the 2024 spring commencement ceremony May 3, 2024, Gateway President Jeff Iorg charged graduates to be flexible in their obedience to God’s calling in their lives.
