Former Alabama Baptist pastor Steve Gaines announces cancer diagnosis

November 19, 2023

Steve Gaines, pastor of Bellevue Baptist Church near Memphis since 2005, is being treated for kidney cancer.

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Healing, hope and homage: The Church’s role in veteran support and care

October 26, 2023

For those returning from active military service, transitioning back into civilian life can be riddled with challenges. The Church is uniquely equipped to provide resources and solace for these individuals and their families.

Support for Israel: Birmingham event one of many solidarity rallies held across US

October 11, 2023

A rally last night (Oct. 10) in Birmingham was one of many across the U.S. where Jewish community members, civic leaders and concerned Americans gathered to show their support for Israel in its war against Palestinian militant group Hamas.

FEMA to test nationwide alert system on Wednesday, Oct. 4

October 3, 2023

On Wednesday, Oct. 4, at 2:20 p.m. Eastern time/1:20 p.m. Central, FEMA will conduct a nationwide test of its emergency alert system. Cell phone users will get the alert but are not required to take any action.

60 years later: Pastor’s daughter recalls 16th Street Baptist Church bombing

September 13, 2023

Barbara Cross, whose father, John, was the pastor of 16th Street Baptist Church when it was bombed on Sept. 15, 1963, said the trauma of that terrible day had an effect on her family but taught her important lessons too.

Adoption of 3 daughters with Down syndrome helps empty nesters fulfill God’s purpose

September 13, 2023

Joseph and Brenda Rinehart thought supporting foster care ministries financially was their call until God showed them He had something else in mind.

Sept. 15 marks the 60th anniversary of the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing

September 10, 2023

As we approach the 60th anniversary of the Sept. 15, 1963, bombing that killed four young girls at 16th Street Baptist Church, what have we learned about racial reconciliation and what can churches today do to foster peace and harmony?