Weekend review: GCR Task Force coverage wrapping up; Chuck Kelley gives take on SBC trends; and more

November 1, 2025

Check out these recent headlines, reported by The Baptist Paper.

Alabama schools prepping for hungry students

October 31, 2025

With federal SNAP benefits set to pause starting Saturday for an estimated 750,000 Alabamians — including about 350,000 children — school leaders are watching closely.

Ghosts and paranormal activity: What do Americans think?

October 31, 2025

Many U.S. homes may decorate with ghosts and witches for Halloween, but most U.S. adults are doubtful they actually exist, according to recent surveys.

‘Nothing wasted with our God’: Women witness divine plans at work in Peru

October 30, 2025

“Tatiana,” she quickly typed into her phone notes. “Alicia,” she added. “That’s someone else I need to remember to pray for.”

Lass Words: Team spirit is contagious

October 30, 2025

I was sitting in the bleachers, watching my four-year-old grandson play baseball. His team was all boys except for one very sweet, very determined little girl.

Second annual 55-plus Vacation Bible School blesses senior adult ministry

October 30, 2025

Great ideas for church activities are found in many places — some through association newsletters and newspapers like The Alabama Baptist, others through word of mouth at meetings and conferences.

Baptists prepare to respond as Hurricane Melissa devastates Caribbean islands

October 29, 2025

As Hurricane Melissa continues to barrel through the Caribbean, disaster relief volunteers are preparing to meet the needs of those who have been hit hard by the historic storm.