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Louisville Baptist honors Fenn for 70 years as choir director, applies for world record
Michael Whitman said when he went to make a plaque for Mary Annice Fenn, it hit him that this had to be some kind of record, and not just at his church.
Letter to the Editor
Thank you for the article “When should you see a therapist?” in the Nov. 20 edition of The Baptist Paper. It was spot on and an amazingly accurate piece.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Dec. 21
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Dec. 21, written by Jeffery M. Leonard, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biblical & Religious Studies at Samford University.
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.
First person: Lottie Moon Christmas Offering and my missionary journey
My journey to international missions began in the most ordinary of places – a middle school Bible study at Hoffmantown Baptist Church in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Former Alabama Baptist pastor, missionary Larry Hughes dies at 73
Over the years, Larry Hughes served in a number of Alabama Baptist churches, as well as serving as an IMB missionary in Western Europe for five years.
First person: Movies and what Christmas is all about
If I were to ask you to name the best Christmas movies of all time, I am confident several titles would make the list …
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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
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
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.
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.”
Largest faith-based foster care provider in Alabama ready to expand, and ‘everyone can do something’
Have you ever thought about what the “homes” in Alabama Baptist Children’s Homes & Family Ministries means?
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.
Walk Through Bethlehem event starts Dec. 12 at Bethel Baptist in Robertsdale
At Walk Through Bethlehem, groups of 15 to 30 are guided by a “shepherd” through scenes set up around the church campus as they search for the newborn Jesus. This year’s event runs Dec. 12-14 from 6-8 p.m.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Dec. 14
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Dec. 14, written by Jeffery M. Leonard, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biblical & Religious Studies at Samford University.
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Louisville Baptist honors Fenn for 70 years as choir director, applies for world record
Michael Whitman said when he went to make a plaque for Mary Annice Fenn, it hit him that this had to be some kind of record, and not just at his church.
First person: Movies and what Christmas is all about
If I were to ask you to name the best Christmas movies of all time, I am confident several titles would make the list …
First person: Forgotten gifts of Christmas
Most have heard the ancient proverb, “Familiarity breeds contempt.”
Louisville Baptist honors Fenn for 70 years as choir director, applies for world record
Michael Whitman said when he went to make a plaque for Mary Annice Fenn, it hit him that this had to be some kind of record, and not just at his church.
First person: Movies and what Christmas is all about
If I were to ask you to name the best Christmas movies of all time, I am confident several titles would make the list …
First person: Forgotten gifts of Christmas
Most have heard the ancient proverb, “Familiarity breeds contempt.”