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Missionary kid: ‘When you pray and you give, we can tell the good news of Jesus Christ all over the world.” ‘
Emory Williams is a missionary kid in Santiago, Chile. His parents, Landon and Megan Williams, serve with the International Mission Board as church planters and mobilizers.
Santa and the Church: TAB Media’s Ground Level Reports tackles the topic
To read a quick recap of some of the latest news reports and other articles from The Baptist Paper this
To Santa or not to Santa? Church leaders share their thoughts
Stephanie Gilliam, director of children’s ministries at Highland Baptist Church in Florence, Alabama, said she grew up in a “Santa family.”
Southern Baptists celebrate 175-year legacy in Nigeria
Southern Baptists first arrived in Nigeria when it existed as independent kingdoms. Now, 175 years later, Southern Baptists continue to serve in the West African country home to diverse ethnic groups.
First person: The bottom line of Christmas
Can you imagine the joy of hearing the story of Jesus’ birth for the first time?
Lawmakers back health care bill that does not extend subsidies
Alabama’s Republican House members all supported the Republican health care legislation on Wednesday that does not extend pandemic-era health insurance subsidies, virtually guaranteeing the tax credits will expire at the end of the year.
Kornegay ‘grateful’ for full-circle moment in music ministry, chance to start new tradition at West End Baptist
Paula Kornegay says it’s a story only God could write. When she stood up to direct the Christmas presentation at West End Baptist Church in Clanton, the children’s choir director who first taught her to count music was in the choir.
Alabama pharmacists push for reform on Capitol Hill
Second-generation pharmacist Anna Noojin’s dream job has turned into a nightmare because of pharmacy benefit managers, she said during a trip to advocate for reform in Washington.
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Heroes of the Faith — Louisa Stead, hymn writer
After Louisa Stead’s death it was reported by Christians in Southern Rhodesia: “We miss her very much, but her influence goes on as our 5,000 converts continually sing her hymn in their native language.”
Retired worship pastor leverages gifts to invest in others with Worship Practice
Longtime ministry leader Charlie Martin was initially invested into by two people. One was a summer youth pastor who found
Kornegay ‘grateful’ for full-circle moment in music ministry, chance to start new tradition at West End Baptist
Paula Kornegay says it’s a story only God could write. When she stood up to direct the Christmas presentation at West End Baptist Church in Clanton, the children’s choir director who first taught her to count music was in the choir.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Dec. 14
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Dec. 14, written by Douglas K. Wilson, Ph.D., professor of Biblical Studies, University of Mobile.
Bible teacher Beth Moore splitting with Lifeway, Southern Baptist Convention
Beth Moore is leaving the Southern Baptist Convention. Moore’s decision was made public in a Religion News Service article published
FBC Opelika grieving unexpected death of pastor Jeff Meyers
“Pastor Jeff served our church with unwavering devotion, compassion and humility. His love for God and for people was evident in every sermon he preached, every prayer he prayed and every conversation he shared.” —FBC Opelika staff/deacons
Pastor Connections: The case for shorter sermons; ‘surprising’ goals for 2026; new health and wellness program launched for pastors
A few tips and more for pastors from pastors and church leaders.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Dec. 21
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Dec. 21, written by Douglas K. Wilson, Ph.D., professor of Biblical Studies, University of Mobile.
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Missionary kid: ‘When you pray and you give, we can tell the good news of Jesus Christ all over the world.” ‘
Emory Williams is a missionary kid in Santiago, Chile. His parents, Landon and Megan Williams, serve with the International Mission Board as church planters and mobilizers.
First person: The bottom line of Christmas
Can you imagine the joy of hearing the story of Jesus’ birth for the first time?
Kornegay ‘grateful’ for full-circle moment in music ministry, chance to start new tradition at West End Baptist
Paula Kornegay says it’s a story only God could write. When she stood up to direct the Christmas presentation at West End Baptist Church in Clanton, the children’s choir director who first taught her to count music was in the choir.
Missionary kid: ‘When you pray and you give, we can tell the good news of Jesus Christ all over the world.” ‘
Emory Williams is a missionary kid in Santiago, Chile. His parents, Landon and Megan Williams, serve with the International Mission Board as church planters and mobilizers.
First person: The bottom line of Christmas
Can you imagine the joy of hearing the story of Jesus’ birth for the first time?
Kornegay ‘grateful’ for full-circle moment in music ministry, chance to start new tradition at West End Baptist
Paula Kornegay says it’s a story only God could write. When she stood up to direct the Christmas presentation at West End Baptist Church in Clanton, the children’s choir director who first taught her to count music was in the choir.