BWAid helps Congolese after volcanic eruption

January 31, 2002

Baptist World Aid (BWAid), the relief and development arm of the Baptist World Alliance, has made initial emergency grants of $30,000 to help those who

Church damaged during explosion in Pakistan

January 31, 2002

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — A bomb exploded inside of a Christian church in Islamabad on Jan. 13, causing the roof to collapse and widespread structural damage.

Cultural differences create barriers in missions

January 31, 2002

Cultural differences, including language, food, beliefs and values, can create big challenges when trying to minister in other countries, a consultant with the International Mission

DNA tests indicate skeleton is that of Luke

January 31, 2002

PADUA, Italy — The Vatican says new DNA tests reinforce traditional claims that a skeleton buried in a lead coffin in Padua, Italy, is that

Alabamians among recent International Mission Board missionary appointees

January 31, 2002

Amid an array of colorful flags representing countries from around the world, 63 Southern Baptist missionaries, 12 of whom have Alabama ties, were commissioned Jan.

IMB trustees meet in Birmingham, hear reports of increased service

January 31, 2002

The International Mission Board (IMB) sent 1,155 new missionaries into the field during 2001, a total IMB President Jerry Rankin said represents a “phenomenal 28

Former Muslim excited in sharing of conversion

January 31, 2002

GREEN BAY, Wis. — From his name, you might think Green Bay Packers defensive end Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila is a Muslim. From his nickname, “KGB,” you might