Update to this story April 3, 5 p.m. — Gov. Kay Ivey’s office clarified information regarding religious gatherings, including “drive-in” or “drive-up” church services. According
LIMESTONE ASSOCIATION David Carter, children and young families pastor for First Baptist Church, Athens, died March 22 at the age of 57. Carter had served
James Broox “J.B.” Thompson died Jan. 22. He was 88. Thompson was a longtime pastor, serving churches in Birmingham, Bessemer, Jasper and Walker County. He
SHELBY ASSOCIATION Robbie Weems is the new pastor of First Baptist Church, Vincent. He preached in view of a call to five people plus an
DEKALB ASSOCIATION Keith Wrenn is the new director of missions of DeKalb Baptist Association. Wrenn has been a pastor for 30 years, most recently at
As churches navigate the path of serving their congregations through the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, many have attempted to provide cohesive worship experiences. For some, incorporating music
Health care workers, emergency responders and other essential personnel going to work during the coronavirus pandemic are getting help with child care from the YMCA
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced today (March 27) that all nonessential businesses statewide are to be closed starting Saturday, March 28, at 5 p.m. The
