Latest news: Lifeway and Southeastern Seminary elect new presidents; Court rules Texas can require public schools to display Ten Commandments

April 23, 2026

Check out these recent headlines, reported by The Baptist Paper.

Study: Growing number of churchgoers face doubts

April 12, 2026

Lifeway Research’s State of Discipleship revealed exercising faith as one of eight signposts that measure characteristics evident in believers who are progressing in their spiritual maturity.

Already thinking about summer camp? Here’s what you can do now.

January 27, 2026

Deciding whether the kids and students in your church will attend summer camp deserves thoughtful, early planning. When your kids and student ministry teams plan ahead, the benefits are substantial.

Analysis: Church involvement more than just attendance

January 5, 2026

At what point does someone qualify as a regular church attendee? A Lifeway Research study found answers vary.

Study: Few pastors believe discipleship tops their churches’ efforts

November 4, 2025

Jesus told His disciples to make disciples, but for many churches, discipleship ranks toward the bottom of their priorities.

Ghosts and paranormal activity: What do Americans think?

October 31, 2025

Many U.S. homes may decorate with ghosts and witches for Halloween, but most U.S. adults are doubtful they actually exist, according to recent surveys.

Lifeway campers give over $690,000 to support missionaries

September 24, 2025

Each summer, kids, students and leaders at Lifeway’s summer camps are invited to give to support Southern Baptist missionaries, and this year, campers gave the highest missions offering since 2017.