“Ryan Whitley knows, believes and stands for the values and convictions of Alabama Baptists,” says Daven Watkins, pastor of FBC Pelham, who plans to nominate Whitley as state convention 1st vice president at the annual meeting in November.
Jarman Leatherwood of Huntsville “seeks to shine the light of Christ everywhere he goes,” says Robert Mullins, executive director of Madison Baptist Association, who will nominate him for state convention president in November.
Recent arrests in Wetumpka a critical reminder “the threat of human trafficking is very real. We are grateful for the Wetumpka Police Department’s partnership and commitment to protecting the children of Alabama.” —Covenant Rescue Group
SBC’s Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission board of trustees announced today (Sept. 17) they are searching for a spiritually mature, pastoral in heart, Southern Baptist leader who is a proven unifier.
FBC Trussville pastor emeritus Gary Hollingsworth will serve SBC’s Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission as interim president from his home in the Birmingham area, traveling to Nashville as needed.
“Mat has served faithfully as senior pastor of FBC Gadsden … and has been actively involved in many different roles within Alabama Baptist life. Mat is a proven leader and … will continue to serve Alabama Baptists well.” —Daniel Atkins
Members of First Baptist Church Dothan faced unusual circumstances and likely confusing news when they arrived for Sunday services, July 13.
The violence began around 11:30 a.m. when the suspect shot a KSP trooper near Blue Grass Airport after a traffic stop and then fled to Richmond Road Baptist Church, where he opened fire, city Police Chief Lawrence Weathers said.
