More than 300 pastors signed up for livestream webinars today
The first, at 11 a.m., will cover the basics of using Facebook’s free streaming option.
COVID-19
Livestreaming services hasn’t been an option for many churches
…smaller congregations are more likely to say they haven’t livestreamed a church service.
In a time of uncertainty, the Church can show The Way
That’s the church in action, and a culture transformed.
Various Georgia Baptist events cancelled or postponed due to COVID-19
The GBMB has established a page on its website to post further updates …
In a new paradigm, churches go online to battle COVID-19
“…we want to love our neighbors by doing our part to help stop the spread of COVID-19.”
Believers in East Asia grow in faith during coronavirus outbreak
By Stella McMillianEAST ASIA (BP) — Normally, there wouldn’t be anything noteworthy about Jane* and her family having other local believers over for dinner. But recently, life has been anything but normal. As the coronavirus (COVID-19) has spread throughout East Asia and other parts of the world, many cities including Jane’s have imposed restrictions on […]
GuideStone statement on COVID-19
By Roy Hayhurst DALLAS (BP) — GuideStone Financial Resources continues to monitor the developments around the new coronavirus, officially known as COVID-19. For participants in GuideStone’s health plans, including both HSA-qualified High Deductible Health Plans and Secure Health, GuideStone will waive costs for physician-ordered diagnostic testing for the novel coronavirus. Additionally, a COVID-19 diagnosis that required […]
Southern Baptist Seminaries move to online classes only in response to COVID-19
By Tess SchoonhovenNASHVILLE (BP) — In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), all six Southern Baptist seminaries have taken action to move classes online. Secular and religious universities alike are canceling in-person courses in an attempt to deter the spread of COVID-19. The World Health Organization has declared a global pandemic, prompting various responses across the United […]
Alabama pastor, members self-quarantined in U.S. after Israel ordeal
Alabama pastor Chris Bell is back home under quarantine after returning from a trip to Israel with a group from his church. BAPTIST PRESS/Submitted
Floyd, Greear, entity heads issue call for day of prayer
“Ask God, in His mercy, to stop this pandemic and save lives …”
LifeWay develops free coronavirus response training resources for churches
By Aaron Earls/LifeWayNASHVILLE (BP) — As the coronavirus spreads in the U.S., congregations are facing a situation many have never considered.In response, the LifeWay Leadership team has developed pandemic response resources that are being made available for free to assist pastors and church leaders at MinistryGrid.com/coronavirus.”Pastors are asking questions about how their churches should react […]
IMB recommends travel postponement due to coronavirus risk
“This recommendation … is temporary, but we believe it is necessary at this time.”