50 ways small churches can connect with their communities

September 19, 2024

A young family moved to our community and was looking for a church home. In their former town, they were members of a church that

‘We need each other’: Fathers of special needs children connect, find encouragement at Base Camp retreat

September 18, 2024

As churches continue to expand ministries and care for families with special needs children, one nonprofit available to assist congregations has its annual event for fathers set for Oct. 11–13.

Danny Gokey strives for ‘taste of heaven’ with variety of artists, cultures on worship album

September 17, 2024

“Sound of Heaven” isn’t a typical worship album. The album, released by singer-songwriter Danny Gokey on July 26, was composed in partnership with a variety of artists, and the songs chosen reflect the variety of cultures, languages …

Iorg officially installed in EC president’s role tonight in Nashville

September 16, 2024

Following testimonies related to Jeff Iorg’s ministry service through the years, Iorg shared during the opening session of the Exec Comm board of trustees meeting how he believes Southern Baptists at their best are “a force for good.”

First person: Responding to the age of outrage

September 16, 2024

Anger. Shock. Indignation. Welcome to the age of outrage. Our society as a whole in the United States has become more angry, more divided, more trigger-prone, than ever before. How should Christians respond?

Your Voice: Church life sometimes means serving in ‘hard places’

September 15, 2024

Your Voice: Quotes, quips, opinions and reflections from people of faith in Alabama and beyond …

First person: Ukrainian believers’ persistence inspiring, puts life in perspective

September 14, 2024

“War is an opportunity to transform a nation,” Slavik Pyzh said. “We are praying God will give us peace, give us victory, but more than anything else [a transformed nation]. … I need to ask you to adjust your prayers [for that as well].”