Two pastors kidnapped in Nigeria released Jan. 5
January 15, 2025
Two pastors kidnapped in late December in Nigeria were released Jan. 5.
Latest News: Open Doors releases 2025 World Watch List; 10 tips to better connect with church, community
January 15, 2025
Check out these recent headlines, reported by The Baptist Paper, the sister publication of The Alabama Baptist.
Montgomery’s Flatline Church to host men’s conference this weekend
January 15, 2025
This weekend Flatline Church at Chisholm is hosting a men’s conference, and Pastor Dewayne Rembert said it couldn’t come at a more critical time. “Our communities face unprecedented challenges … that demand the rise of strong, godly men.”
Longtime ‘country preacher,’ evangelist Roper dies at 88
January 15, 2025
Emmett Roper, a longtime Alabama Baptist evangelist, died Jan. 11. He was 88. Roper, who called himself “a country preacher,” served in ministry for more than 60 years as a pastor, bivocational pastor, evangelist and author.
Fresh start: Biblical habits to transform your family in the new year
January 15, 2025
Families often struggle with busy schedules. Coming together on a daily basis for prayer, Scripture study, worship and serving others can prove challenging. To help overcome these obstacles, start with small, manageable goals.
ICYMI: Joe Rogan talks faith on podcast; Bill McCartney, Promise Keepers founder, dies; and the ‘Digital Divide’
January 14, 2025
Check out these recent headlines, reported by The Baptist Paper, the sister publication of The Alabama Baptist.
George Liele church planting, evangelism, missions Sunday materials available
January 14, 2025
Feb. 2 is George Liele Church Planting, Evangelism and Missions Sunday.
Samford receives historic $5M grant to invigorate rural, small-town churches
January 13, 2025
Samford University has received a grant of $5 million — the largest single grant in the university’s 183-year history — from Lilly Endowment Inc. through its Ministry in Rural Areas and Small Towns Initiative.
