The Baptist Paper celebrates milestone

May 8, 2026

Five years ago, The Baptist Paper launched as a national printed newspaper.

Pedro’s ‘light’ shining where ‘there is no church … but there are people yearning for truth’

May 7, 2026

In one small Mexican village, life comes with a hard, practical rhythm. Children finish eighth grade and are quickly pulled into the fields or the

75th annual National Day of Prayer expected to draw millions of participants

May 7, 2026

Southern Baptists are among many who will pray in churches, businesses and the public square today (May 7 ) on the 75th anniversary of the National Day of Prayer, months ahead of the nation’s semiquincentennial.

Clifton: ‘You pastors are in a storm … this is just the way life is’

May 6, 2026

Mark Clifton arrived in Birmingham on a stormy night to talk to pastors and other ministry leaders about the storms of life.

Pastor, outdoorsman helping others avoid pit of addiction

May 5, 2026

Dangling a dead — but “nice 4-plus footer”— timber rattlesnake from a branch, Alabama pastor Matt Kelley declared the venomous reptile “almost got me.” Kelley

Mother’s Day is ready. But is your church ready for what happens next?

May 4, 2026

Most churches are ready for Mother’s Day. You’ve planned the service, prepped the message, created social posts and maybe even read an article with fresh ideas to make Mom’s Day meaningful. But don’t forget about what happens next.