Evergreen church burns note 10 years early

September 7, 2006

Herbert Summerlin (second from left) burns a note July 16 for Evergreen Baptist Church in Conecuh Baptist Association. Five years ago, the church borrowed $750,000

Southern Baptists send $650,000 in aid to war-torn Israel, Lebanon

August 31, 2006

As the United Nations mobilizes troops to maintain a fragile ceasefire, Southern Baptists are stepping up relief efforts in Lebanon and Israel, funneling more than

State Board of Missions approves record budget

August 24, 2006

“This budget is just a guide,” observed State Board of Missions (SBOM) Chairman Mike Shaw. “But think of all the lives that are going to

GuideStone keeps medical plan rates steady

August 17, 2006

For the third year in a row, rates will not increase in personal medical plans of GuideStone Financial Resources. The entity provides insurance, retirement and

Urban churches revitalize members, income by selling space above buildings

August 17, 2006

Bob Brashear rubs his fingers against the 117-year-old walls of his church, and a shower of red dust sprinkles the sidewalk. Above him, scaffolding protects