Latest News

UM celebrates record enrollment, campus growth at Ignite Conference
With the theme “Moving Forward Together”, the University of Mobile’s annual Ignite Conference brought faculty and staff together to celebrate God’s faithfulness and foster community ahead of a new academic year.

Eight Alabama public high schools rank among top 5% nationally
Eight Alabama public high schools ranked among the top 5% nationally in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings.

She serves churches in Colombia, one pig at a time
Following a 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Colombia, Send Relief is actively coordinating disaster response through International Mission Board missionaries and national partners

First person: Birmingham Metro Association marks 20 years of Adopt-A-Station ministry
There are moments in history that shape a generation. For many of us, Sept. 11, 2001, is one of those moments.

First person: TAB intern reflects on experience
This summer I’ve been so blessed to intern at TAB Media Group, and it wouldn’t have happened without my new church’s subscription making me aware of TAB’s existence.

Alabama voters turn out in record low number for congressional special primary
As was widely expected, voter turnout for Tuesday’s special congressional primary election was extremely low.

Latest news: Former BWA general secretary dies; deadly earthquakes in Indonesia, Colombia; how welcoming is your church toward those with disabilities?
Check out these recent headlines reported by The Baptist Paper.

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.
Trending

Latest news: Johnny Hunt’s final claim in lawsuit dismissed; cyber crime impacts 1,000 nonprofits; pastor Mike Stone’s daughter enters hospice care
Check out these recent headlines, reported by The Baptist Paper.

Allen named incoming leader of Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions
Derek Allen, pastor of First Baptist Church Tillman’s Corner in Mobile, will serve as executive director-elect of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions Aug. 31 through Jan. 31 and then steps into the executive director role Feb. 1.

Prattville youth pastor initiates ‘speed-mentoring’ event to bridge age groups
“The goal of the event is not to build the relationship, but to give them the push to do it on their own,” said Jonworth Locke, minister to students at Glynwood Baptist Church in Prattville, noting participation continues to grow.

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Aug. 16
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Aug. 16, written by Scott Bush, D.Min., Executive Director, Ministry Training Institute, Samford University.

New Alabama ACAP scores released. How did your school, district do?
The Alabama State Department of Education posted spring 2026 Alabama Comprehensive Assessment Program results Thursday afternoon (Aug. 13), showing modest

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Aug. 16
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Aug. 16, written by Jay T. Robertson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, University of Mobile.

Alabaster 10-year-old’s dream turned published book into ‘a testament to his creativity, determination’
Baking cake pops with his mom is nothing new for 10-year-old Jayce Hamilton of Alabaster, but what it’s doing for him has changed quite a bit for the 5th grader with an autism diagnosis.

Longtime music leader, Ann Ray, dies at 90
Music minister Margaret Annette “Ann” Tomberlin Ray of Decatur died July 11. She was 90. Her late husband, Joe Douglas
Featured

First person: TAB intern reflects on experience
This summer I’ve been so blessed to intern at TAB Media Group, and it wouldn’t have happened without my new church’s subscription making me aware of TAB’s existence.

Study: Pastors’ sense of calling up amid lagging satisfaction
A newly released report by Barna Group and Gloo finds that while emotional strain and exhaustion has improved among pastors in the U.S., satisfaction has decreased from 72% in 2015 to 52% in 2026.

Weekend review: American missionary pilot released; pastor jailed over TikTok video; new documentary series spotlights-faith-amid-war
Grab a cup of coffee, and check out these recent headlines reported by The Baptist Paper.

First person: TAB intern reflects on experience
This summer I’ve been so blessed to intern at TAB Media Group, and it wouldn’t have happened without my new church’s subscription making me aware of TAB’s existence.

Study: Pastors’ sense of calling up amid lagging satisfaction
A newly released report by Barna Group and Gloo finds that while emotional strain and exhaustion has improved among pastors in the U.S., satisfaction has decreased from 72% in 2015 to 52% in 2026.

Weekend review: American missionary pilot released; pastor jailed over TikTok video; new documentary series spotlights-faith-amid-war
Grab a cup of coffee, and check out these recent headlines reported by The Baptist Paper.



