Alabama House passes Child Predator Death Penalty Act

January 29, 2026

The House passed a bill Tuesday to make the rape, sodomy or sexual torture of children younger than 12 a capital crime punishable by death.

Lawmakers advance bill to limit screen time for young children

January 28, 2026

As concerns grow about the impact of screens on children’s development, Alabama lawmakers advanced a bill Tuesday that would limit screen time in publicly funded child care and early learning programs for children from birth through age 5.

ALCAP ministry partners gather at Alabama State House

January 28, 2026

“These pastors … see the consequences and results of bad policy when broken people come to them for help. They’re in the trenches, and they also are here to pray God’s blessings and wisdom for all of you.” —Greg Davis to elected leaders

Merida reminds students that Jesus alone is sufficient

January 28, 2026

Speaking out of Colossians 1, Tony Merida discussed the supremacy of Christ while kicking off the spring chapel series on January 21 at the University of Mobile as he reminded students that Jesus alone is sufficient.

Governor Ivey invites students to apply for 2026 Summer Internship Program

January 27, 2026

Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced that the application period for the Governor’s Office Summer Internship Program is now open.

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.

Pastor, decorated veteran Dale Barnes dies at 76

January 26, 2026

Dale Barnes, a longtime Alabama Baptist pastor and distinguished Vietnam War veteran, died Jan. 7. He served four Alabama churches — Calvary Baptist in Prattville; Beulah Baptist in Wetumpka; Rock Springs Baptist and Titus Baptist.