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Rice announces formation of Commission on Women Serving in Pastoral Ministry
The formation of a group whose goal is to “achieve greater clarity and consensus around historic Baptist convictions, grounded in Scripture, concerning the office of pastor and women serving in ministry” has been announced.
Latest news: Gambling’s destructive grip; new social media trend tearing apart families; latest on The Kids Edition; Sharia law’s influence in Dearborn; remembering Dolly
Check out these recent headlines reported by The Baptist Paper.
31 more die in persecution of Christians in Nigeria
The ongoing persecution of Christians in Nigeria has claimed the lives of 31 more people, one just an infant.
‘Clear message’: Alabama to get $117M in landmark Meta youth safety settlement
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Wednesday (Aug. 26) a $117 million settlement with tech giant Meta over social media’s harms to teenagers. The settlement was with 47 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories.
Renovated J.L. Bedsole Library unveiled at UM
Thanks to a generous grant from the J.L Bedsole Foundation and other supporters, University of Mobile’s Bedsole library recently completed a major renovation.
Native American missionaries set to serve Canada’s First Nations
For years, International Mission Board missionaries have prayed for God to send workers among the First Nations of Canada.
Reflections on Dolly Parton, faith and kindness
From the church pews of her childhood in Locust Ridge, Tennessee, to gospel recordings and a lifelong commitment to serving others, Dolly Parton frequently spoke about her faith.
Alabama’s new notification system for floods, natural disasters
Alabama’s new statewide notification system for floods and natural disasters is live, Gov. Kay Ivey announced on Tuesday (Aug. 25).
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Latest news: Johnny Hunt appeals federal court’s dismissal; evangelicals give themselves C+; surrogate mother’s story ‘complicated’
Check out these recent headlines reported by The Baptist Paper.
Alabama disaster relief team seeing ‘divine appointments’ as Indiana floodwaters recede
Alabama Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers are just getting started with mud-out work in Anderson, Indiana, after historic flooding affected thousands. But they’ve already seen God at work, opening doors for them to bring help and hope.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Aug. 23
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Aug. 23, written by Scott Bush, D.Min., Executive Director, Ministry Training Institute, Samford University.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Aug. 23
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Aug. 23, written by Jay T. Robertson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, University of Mobile.
Freedom Foundation leader comes from Southern Baptist background
Ask Mark Duke, president of Freedom Foundation in Selma, about his relationship to God, and he will tell you he
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Aug. 30
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Aug. 30, written by Jay T. Robertson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, University of Mobile.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Aug. 30
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Aug. 30, written by Scott Bush, D.Min., Executive Director, Ministry Training Institute, Samford University.
Reflections on Dolly Parton, faith and kindness
From the church pews of her childhood in Locust Ridge, Tennessee, to gospel recordings and a lifelong commitment to serving others, Dolly Parton frequently spoke about her faith.
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Renovated J.L. Bedsole Library unveiled at UM
Thanks to a generous grant from the J.L Bedsole Foundation and other supporters, University of Mobile’s Bedsole library recently completed a major renovation.
Pastor Connections: How healthy is your growing church?; this valuable resource is disappearing; Nate Bargatze, the world-record comic
A few tips and more for pastors and church leaders.
Ukrainians remain resilient 4.5 years after nonstop attacks
Shannon Ford helped coordinate a partnership between Alabama Baptists and Ukrainian Baptists in the early 2000s.
Renovated J.L. Bedsole Library unveiled at UM
Thanks to a generous grant from the J.L Bedsole Foundation and other supporters, University of Mobile’s Bedsole library recently completed a major renovation.
Pastor Connections: How healthy is your growing church?; this valuable resource is disappearing; Nate Bargatze, the world-record comic
A few tips and more for pastors and church leaders.
Ukrainians remain resilient 4.5 years after nonstop attacks
Shannon Ford helped coordinate a partnership between Alabama Baptists and Ukrainian Baptists in the early 2000s.