Remember Pastor Appreciation Month

October 19, 2020

There are many ways I’ve been honored by Pastor Appreciation Month, but what really touches my heart is when someone shakes my hand as they

Al Jackson, pastor of Lakeview Baptist Church, Auburn, announces retirement

September 23, 2020

In 1979, Al Jackson told the search committee at Lakeview Baptist Church, Auburn, that if they called him as pastor, he planned to stay for

Resuming worship gatherings: Alabama Baptist pastors discuss their plans in SBOM workshop

June 11, 2020

“There’s not a more pertinent subject now for our churches than regathering,” said Rick Lance, executive director of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions.

Status of Alabama drive-up church services

April 1, 2020

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

Livestreaming and worship music: Complying with copyright during online services

March 31, 2020

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

Coronavirus-related unemployment leaves church employees out in the cold

March 19, 2020

By Shawn Hendricks Correspondent, The Alabama Baptist The Alabama Department of Labor announced this week that employees in the state who are unable to work

Zoom video conferencing an option for meetings during time of social distancing

March 14, 2020

Sunday School classes, discipleship and life groups, church staff teams, and others who meet regularly are facing tough decisions as health and government officials recommend