Love Like Lexi Project invites students to choose life, love

March 7, 2023

Lexi Webb, a well-rounded Smiths Station High School senior, was involved in sports and her local church youth group before taking her own life Feb.

Protecting children from online predators

March 6, 2023

EDITOR’S NOTE — Across the nation, children and teens are plagued by a host of escalating tragedies. In this series, we look at several issues

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Know the signs: American youth vulnerable to drug addiction but help is available

March 1, 2023

EDITOR’S NOTE — Across the nation, children and teens are plagued by a host of escalating tragedies. In this series, we look at several issues

Hidden dangers: Addressing the health, mental health realities of teen sex

February 27, 2023

When teens engage in sexual activities, they open a Pandora’s box of hidden dangers, unsuspected difficulties and sometimes life-threatening consequences they lack the maturity and

Protecting children from pornography: Despite awareness, internet remains a dangerous source

February 22, 2023

EDITOR’S NOTE — Across the nation, children and teens are plagued by a host of escalating tragedies. In this series, we look at several issues

Meadows to join SBOM staff as student ministry strategist

February 14, 2023

Josh Meadows is the newest member of the collegiate and student ministries team at the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. Meadows, who has served