Griggs retiring after 45 years in ministry

January 18, 2001

The end of January will mark Roy Griggs’ retirement as pastor of Southside Baptist Church in Alabaster. His last sermon will be the same as

‘Souper Bowl’ Sunday helps feed the hungry

January 18, 2001

On Super Bowl Sunday, Jan. 28, churches across the nation will raise money for the poor by participating in the Souper Bowl of Caring. Meanwhile,

Gallion Baptist dedicates new facility

January 18, 2001

After months of Sunday School in areas with little or no elbowroom, Gallion Baptist Church in Hale Association recently dedicated its new 17,000-square-foot family life

Carroll retiring from Calhoun Association

January 18, 2001

Ask Don Carroll how much time he spends in an average work week at Calhoun Baptist Association and he’ll tell you “time and a half.”

Pell City recognizes dedication of Arbor Baptist member

January 18, 2001

It seems Pauline Rich has made a career of being a “permanent substitute.” Back in the 1950s, she was asked by her employer to finish

Churches offer respite care for parents

January 11, 2001

Churches organize many worthwhile ministries, but they rarely organize to meet the needs of caregivers. This is a relatively new concept for most churches, including

Automatic tithing now available

January 11, 2001

When his mother checked into a nursing home, Travis Collins was pleased the short-term rehabilitation didn’t interrupt her giving to First Baptist Church of Mount