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Alabama prime-age workforce participation rises as unemployment reaches 3%
Alabama’s labor force participation rate among workers ages 25 to 54 rose to 79.6% in May, up from 78.7% a year earlier, even as the state’s unemployment rate increased to 3% and the broader participation rate fell to 57.2%.
First Person: Ok, what exactly is IMB’s Project 3000? Here’s what you need to know.
People often ask what P3K involves and what that life looks like. The reality is difficult to explain because P3K work varies by location.
First person: Start teaching kids theology now
“While the church must clarify and affirm orthodox Christian belief, what if the most important answer doesn’t begin with correcting grown-ups, but theologically training children? You may even say we need to un-childproof theology.”
UAB Alzheimer’s center receives $10M gift, plans to expand
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Alzheimer’s Disease Center will be renamed for Frances Gorrie after a $10 million gift from the Gorrie family.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for June 28
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for June 28, written by Scott Bush, D.Min., Executive Director, Ministry Training Institute, Samford University.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for June 28
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for June 28, written by Jay T. Robertson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, University of Mobile.
Pew report: Hostility against religious groups spreading worldwide
The Hamas attack on Israel and rioting against Ahmadi Muslims in Bangladesh were among rising social hostilities targeting religious groups globally in 2023, Pew Research Center said in releasing its latest numbers.
‘Revitalized’ community outreach sparks new energy for Prattville church
When Mike Watts became the pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Prattville, in November 2025, he set out to “revitalize” the small church.
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Hunter Street Baptist Church celebrating Gray’s service, to affirm Snyder as pastor
“After months of prayer, careful discernment, and seeking the Lord’s guidance, the Senior Pastor Search Committee is unanimous in confidently recommending Chandler Snyder as the next Senior Pastor of Hunter Street Baptist Church.”
Opinion: Can aggressive ‘polity police’ and the Great Commission coexist?
The moment remains seared in my mind, and I’m having trouble letting it go — Wednesday of the SBC Annual Meeting between 11 and 11:30 a.m. That’s when a group of Baptist messengers hurt my heart.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for June 21
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for June 21, written by Jay T. Robertson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, University of Mobile.
Called to ministry: Tuscaloosa native to help young women, adults in South Africa
Growing up in Tuscaloosa, Farris Turner attended First Baptist Church with her parents, who emphasized a relationship with Jesus over religion.
‘Revitalized’ community outreach sparks new energy for Prattville church
When Mike Watts became the pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Prattville, in November 2025, he set out to “revitalize” the small church.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for June 21
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for June 21, written by Scott Bush, D.Min., Executive Director, Ministry Training Institute, Samford University.
New director of Alabama Singing Men shares story, hopes
With a name like his, John Boozer said he learned along the way to have fun with it, noting he’s heard all the jokes and has long embraced his nickname of “Booze.”
Longtime Alabama music minister, Freddie Green, dies at 84
Freddie William Green, a longtime minister of music, died May 30. He was 84. A Harpersville, Alabama, native, Green was
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First person: Start teaching kids theology now
“While the church must clarify and affirm orthodox Christian belief, what if the most important answer doesn’t begin with correcting grown-ups, but theologically training children? You may even say we need to un-childproof theology.”
‘Revitalized’ community outreach sparks new energy for Prattville church
When Mike Watts became the pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Prattville, in November 2025, he set out to “revitalize” the small church.
Father’s Day: Helpful resources for dads
ICYMI … This month, we have some book reviews for the highlight of June — Father’s Day (June 21).
First person: Start teaching kids theology now
“While the church must clarify and affirm orthodox Christian belief, what if the most important answer doesn’t begin with correcting grown-ups, but theologically training children? You may even say we need to un-childproof theology.”
‘Revitalized’ community outreach sparks new energy for Prattville church
When Mike Watts became the pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Prattville, in November 2025, he set out to “revitalize” the small church.
Father’s Day: Helpful resources for dads
ICYMI … This month, we have some book reviews for the highlight of June — Father’s Day (June 21).