Alabama faith leaders are sounding the alarm regarding impending legislative efforts to create a lottery and legalize casino-style gambling and sports betting (including online) in the state.
Incorporating technology appropriately and strategically can enhance the effectiveness, reach and engagement of Southern Baptist churches in missions, ministry, evangelism and so many other ways.
Despite its legalization across many states, U.S. Protestant pastors remain opposed to sports gambling, but they’re not doing much about it, according to a Lifeway Research study.
Americans are expected to bet $1.3 billion on this year’s Super Bowl. While many believe sports betting is a harmless pastime, others say the human costs of expanding gambling are too high.
Hearing loss is often caused by the cumulative effects of daily noise exposure. Early intervention with hearing aids may slow cognitive decline exacerbated by hearing loss.
West Side Baptist Church in Jacksonville hosted the dedication and open house of the new Hope Family Services Sav-A-Life location adjacent to the church Jan. 14.
Jan. 11 is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Several faith-based organizations in Alabama work with government and community leaders to equip people to recognize human trafficking and help those caught in its snare.
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