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Abducted evangelist freed; another still captive
A Christian evangelist abducted in May in Nigeria has been released, while another remains captive.

Ways small churches can support youth programs
Youth who are involved in these projects learn valuable lessons that will aid them throughout their lives.

Alabama won’t track student outcomes under CHOOSE Act — parents will
Alabama lawmakers have pushed public schools for more accountability and a sharper focus on student outcomes. But under the state’s new CHOOSE Act school choice program, that responsibility won’t apply to private schools.

Britt, Tuberville clinch updates to child care, SNAP in tax-cut bill, but hurdles remain
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, a big advocate for expanding tax breaks for families with children, applauded the expansion of the child and dependent care tax credit included in the Senate Finance Committee’s portion of the megabill.

Current, aspiring writers hone their craft at annual event
The SCWC, which was held June 6–7 at The Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, attracted more than 155 attendees with 33 speakers and staff members.

Alabama’s parole grant rate dips to lowest number in 2 years
The rate at which the ABPP grants parole has drawn increased scrutiny in recent years amid the state’s crowded prisons and the board’s failure to comply with its own guidelines.

Alabama officials hope showing at 2025 Paris Air Show brings significant investment
“We’re at the Paris Air Show to strengthen relationships, pursue new investment, and position Alabama as the go-to destination for aerospace growth in the U.S,” Bob Smith, commerce’s specialist on the aerospace industry.

Update on Alabama’s medical marijuana rollout: What next?
Limited medical marijuana was legalized in Alabama in 2021 through the Compassion Act, carried by Sen. Tim Melson, R-Florence, which established the AMCC to review candidates and award and issue licenses to grow and sell some products.
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Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for June 15
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for June 15, written by Bryan D. Gill, D.Min., Director of the Office of Faith, Learning and Vocation, Samford University in Birmingham.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for June 15
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for June 15, written by Jay T. Robertson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, University of Mobile.

‘Revitalization’: Church that had dwindled to 8 holds first VBS in years
“The first year I was here, we had no other staff, no one walked the aisle. I began to question my call,” Rick Campbell said. “But you could see the Holy Spirit moving.”

Interim music leader continues filling in after 70 years of service
Gerald Burns said — as he always has — that if someone else were to take over, he would step aside and let them. But for now, “as long as I’m able, I don’t mind doing it,” he said.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for June 22
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for June 22, written by Jay T. Robertson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, University of Mobile.

His Place and Hosanna Home offers ‘bigger purpose’ for those overcoming addictions
His Place, a one-year residential program in Opelika founded in 1986 by evangelist Rick Hagans and his wife, Kim, aims to help men overcome addiction. A companion ministry for women, Hosanna Home, opened in 1996.

Newish Leadership Network equips green ministers to unlock ‘world of potential’
“To be in a group of ministry leaders in the same season has been very encouraging to me because it reassures me I’m not on an island,” said Tucker Bryson, youth minister of First Baptist Church Centre.

First person: Reflecting on heaven
Is eternity just a never-ending church service? Should we really look forward to life after grave? Thankfully, the caricatures of heaven found in popular culture do not align with the biblical vision of eternal life. What can we expect?
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Ways small churches can support youth programs
Youth who are involved in these projects learn valuable lessons that will aid them throughout their lives.

Alabama won’t track student outcomes under CHOOSE Act — parents will
Alabama lawmakers have pushed public schools for more accountability and a sharper focus on student outcomes. But under the state’s new CHOOSE Act school choice program, that responsibility won’t apply to private schools.

Current, aspiring writers hone their craft at annual event
The SCWC, which was held June 6–7 at The Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, attracted more than 155 attendees with 33 speakers and staff members.

Ways small churches can support youth programs
Youth who are involved in these projects learn valuable lessons that will aid them throughout their lives.

Alabama won’t track student outcomes under CHOOSE Act — parents will
Alabama lawmakers have pushed public schools for more accountability and a sharper focus on student outcomes. But under the state’s new CHOOSE Act school choice program, that responsibility won’t apply to private schools.

Current, aspiring writers hone their craft at annual event
The SCWC, which was held June 6–7 at The Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, attracted more than 155 attendees with 33 speakers and staff members.