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UM graduation set for May 9; Rick Lance to give commencement
The University of Mobile will honor more than 300 graduates during commencement Saturday, May 9, on the Dr. Fred and Sue Lackey Great Commission Lawn on campus.
Lass Words: When you’re asked, ‘What is it like to be old?’
Recently, I was entertaining my young grandkids at our house. Out of the blue, my 10-year-old granddaughter looked up at me and, with the sincerest of expressions on her face, asked “Grampa, what is it like to be old?”
Sophomore Autumn Jones crowned Miss University of Mobile 2026
Autumn Jones, a sophomore nursing major from Fairhope, Alabama, was crowned Miss University of Mobile 2026, becoming the 61st Miss UM to represent the Baptist university since its founding in 1961.
Clifton: ‘You pastors are in a storm … this is just the way life is’
Mark Clifton arrived in Birmingham on a stormy night to talk to pastors and other ministry leaders about the storms of life.
Latest news: SBC’s Annual Church Profile shows mixed results; USCIRF reports religious freedom violations against children; new details released on Missouri Baptist leader’s death
Check out these recent headlines, reported by The Baptist Paper.
Dothan, Tuscaloosa schools approved by charter commission
The Alabama Public Charter School Commission approved a new Dothan charter school and a proposed Tuscaloosa County career technical school Monday (May 4), delayed two proposed Birmingham schools and rejected a separate Tuscaloosa appeal.
Samford awards honorary doctorate to lumber titan Jimmy Rane
James W. “Jimmy” Rane, who transformed a floundering timber business into the world’s largest treated lumber company, received an honorary Doctor of Commerce from Samford University’s Brock School of Business during spring commencement.
Alabama Legislature returns to Montgomery for first day of special session
First votes were expected Tuesday (May 5) on bills to allow Alabama to hold special primary elections this year in some congressional and State Senate districts if the state is allowed to revert to previous maps drawn by Republicans.
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Shades Mountain Baptist Church pastor George Wright resigns unexpectedly
George Wright will preach his final sermon at Shades on May 3.
First person: How do you know when it’s time to leave your ministry assignment?
How do you know when it is time to leave one ministry assignment for another?
Latest news: Retired pastor serving through sabbatical ministry; Supreme Court backs pro-life pregnancy centers’ rights; defamation lawsuit filed over Michael Tait stories
Check out these recent headlines, reported by The Baptist Paper.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for May 3
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for May 3, written by Rony Kozman, Ph.D., Assistant professor of Biblical Studies, Samford University.
West Mobile Baptist celebrates ‘cutting the rope’ of church’s debt
When Kevin Cobb became pastor of West Mobile Baptist Church, he felt a burden to lead the church to retire its debt. The church felt the same way, and in March, they celebrated retiring a debt they had been paying on since 1990.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for May 3
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for May 3, written by Douglas K. Wilson, Ph.D., professor of Biblical Studies, University of Mobile.
Big Oak Ranch, Kingdom Racing offer VIP experience for young women
Since 1974, Big Oak Ranch — a “Christian home for children needing a chance” — has been serving children who have had a hard time with life and need a stable family.
Being a pastor: ministry challenges and treating others ‘Jesus-like’
Dale Huff, retired director of the Alabama State Board of Missions office of LeaderCare and church administration, speaks to a group at the Intentional Leader event April 21.
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Clifton: ‘You pastors are in a storm … this is just the way life is’
Mark Clifton arrived in Birmingham on a stormy night to talk to pastors and other ministry leaders about the storms of life.
Pastor, outdoorsman helping others avoid pit of addiction
Dangling a dead — but “nice 4-plus footer”— timber rattlesnake from a branch, Alabama pastor Matt Kelley declared the venomous
Mother’s Day is ready. But is your church ready for what happens next?
Most churches are ready for Mother’s Day. You’ve planned the service, prepped the message, created social posts and maybe even read an article with fresh ideas to make Mom’s Day meaningful. But don’t forget about what happens next.
Clifton: ‘You pastors are in a storm … this is just the way life is’
Mark Clifton arrived in Birmingham on a stormy night to talk to pastors and other ministry leaders about the storms of life.
Pastor, outdoorsman helping others avoid pit of addiction
Dangling a dead — but “nice 4-plus footer”— timber rattlesnake from a branch, Alabama pastor Matt Kelley declared the venomous
Mother’s Day is ready. But is your church ready for what happens next?
Most churches are ready for Mother’s Day. You’ve planned the service, prepped the message, created social posts and maybe even read an article with fresh ideas to make Mom’s Day meaningful. But don’t forget about what happens next.