By Anna Skudarnova Makenzie Hoyt was hesitantly filling out an application for a local summer camp when her student email chimed. The subject line read: “Serve in Alaska this Summer!” The opportunity to work at Laverne Griffin Camp fulfilled both her dream of working at a camp and visiting Alaska. “Right then, I knew that’s where I […]
GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Amistad Cristiana in Gainesville, Ga will celebrate its 5th anniversary on Oct. 1 with renowned Latin Grammy-nominated singer Danny Berrios. Berrios has been a key voice throughout Latin America during the praise and worship renewal. The anniversary celebration will be held at Amistad Cristiana’s auditorium at 3650 Browns Bridge Road starting at […]
By Paul Chitwood In late July, Michelle and I, along with two of our daughters, traveled overseas, where we met with more than 60 of your missionaries and their kids. We were so encouraged by the days we spent visiting with them and were again reminded that Southern Baptists have sent their very best to […]
Gladys Walker holds the plaque given to her for 32 years of service as pianist and organist. MANCHESTER, Ga. – Members of Trinity Baptist Church in Manchester are showing their appreciation to Gladys Walker who has served as t heir pianist and organist for more than three decades. The church presented her with a plaque […]
NASHVILLE (BP) – Jason Lumpkin, campus pastor for Woodstock Church in Austell, Ga., has been appointed to serve as a teller for the 2021 SBC Annual Meeting, which will be held June 15-16 in Nashville. SBC President J.D. Greear announced the tellers on Monday. “As we come together as Great Commission Baptists at this year’s […]
NASHVILLE (BP) – Anna Harvey, a member of the staff at Hebron Church in Dacula, Ga., has been appointed to serve on the 2021 Registration Committee for the SBC Annual Meeting set for June 15-16 in Nashville. SBC President J.D. Greear announced Harvey and other appointees to the committee on Monday. “As always, this year’s […]
Pastor Chris Pritchett is in his seventh year as a volunteer firefighter. He now serves as a first responder in a number of capacities: as pastor, firefighter, and chaplain. COURTESY/Chris Pritchett Pastors are often first responders in times of crisis. They are there during personal tragedies and community heartache. Pastor Chris Pritchett has allowed his […]
In the coming months, The Christian Index will be highlighting some Georgia Baptist pastors who have become heroes to their churches and communities. The Apostle Paul wrote, “The elders (pastors) who direct the affairs of the church well are worthy of double honor, especially those whose work is preaching and teaching” (Timothy 5:17, NIV). COLUMBUS […]
“…there was never a doubt he was sold out to the Lord.”
Jimmy Blanton smiles during a celebration Oct. 19 honoring his 25 years leading Columbus Baptist Association. CBA/Special COLUMBUS — Jimmy Blanton’s 25 years leading Columbus Baptist Association has been transformational, say friends and pastors. And as far as they are concerned, he can stay for 25 more. Twenty-two years as a pastor in the area […]
Barnette also served as an interim pastor for numerous churches…