Former Index editor takes part in New York City church plant’s ‘Baptism Sunday’
…scores of people passed by and looked with great curiosity at what was happening.
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Dorian: immediate efforts to be focused in North Carolina, says Georgia DR director
“Your church or association is going to have the opportunity to send teams to the Bahamas.”
Wednesday nights at church still relevant?
By Aaron Earls NASHVILLE (BP) — What began as midweek prayer meetings in the 18th century have become an accepted part of congregational life in the vast majority of Protestant churches in America, a study released Tuesday (Sept. 10) shows. Nine in 10 Protestant pastors say they have some type of activity on Wednesday night, […]
Baptist News Summary: Howe named EC VP of communications
Southern Baptist Convention President J.D. Greear baptizes a new believer at The Summit Church on Baptism Day Sept. 8. Twitter photo Howe named EC VP of communications NASHVILLE (BP) — Jonathan P. Howe has been named vice president of communications for the Southern Baptist Convention’s Executive Committee effective Sept. 5. Officers of the Executive Committee […]
GuideStone highlights compensation planning guide
DALLAS (BP) — As many churches enter budget season, they are seeking ways to stretch limited budget dollars to cover a myriad of good and God-honoring goals, including Cooperative Program giving and outreach in their local community. One additional area churches must never forget is their biblical obligation to provide well for their pastors and […]
First Baptist of Jacksonville, Florida downsizes to serve city
By Keila Diaz JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (BP) — The historic First Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida, plans to downsize its sprawling 10-block campus to just one beautifully designed block to cut expenses and more effectively serve the city in the name of Jesus Christ. On Sunday, Sept. 8, the congregation approved a plan to borrow $30 […]
Send Relief, Puerto Rico prepares for oncoming storm
By Brandon Elrod UPDATED 8/28/19 9:12 a.m.: The storm is expected to make landfall on Puerto Rico’s eastern coast late Wednesday morning/early afternoon, according to the National Hurricane Center’s projections. The center of the storm will cut across the middle of the island, following a path similar 2017’s Hurricane Maria. GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico (BP) — […]
Sweeping changes ahead for 8 state conventions
“Our convention realized we must shift from being reactive to proactive.”
Planned Parenthood forfeits family planning funds for abortion
“This is a huge win for women’s health.”
‘Bible tax’ reprieve welcomed by So. Bapt. leaders
“These past months have strengthened our resolve to get Bibles to the people who need them.”
