Daniel Long forges crosses to share the gospel after tragic loss of his wife June 4, 2022 Daniel Long has put many things into the fire and watched impurities burn away. He has a kiln in his garage, and as a machinist Read More
How the SBC Sexual Abuse Task Force report almost didn’t happen May 28, 2022 For three minutes last summer, a call to investigate how Southern Baptist leaders have dealt with sexual abuse was dead in the water. Then a Read More
Lament ‘a natural response to pain’ that shouldn’t be neglected, Clifton says May 28, 2022 Growing up, Mark Clifton said church was always a pretty positive place. “We wanted to always be upbeat, always to be happy,” he said in Read More
Responding to trauma: Resources to help ministers, parents, others process painful situations May 25, 2022 Recent news headlines remind us of a troubling statistic: 1 in 5 American adults has been a victim or witness to events that traumatized them Read More
Golden Nineties Club members shine: A church, family and community affair May 21, 2022 Not only do April showers bring May flowers — so does Senior Adult Day at First Baptist Church in Sylacauga. Hydrangeas, roses, daisies and tulips Read More
Church day care workers indicted on abuse charges May 18, 2022 A special grand jury in Autauga County has indicted three former workers at a church day care in Prattville on charges of abusing children. The Read More
Outdoor ministry uses the power of testimony to help fathers and children deepen relationships May 6, 2022 Helping fathers connect with their children can be challenging, especially in an age of fractured families, omnipresent digital devices and year-round organized sports. But fostering Read More
Helping high school students remain spiritually connected after graduation May 5, 2022 High school seniors need help navigating the multitude of changes headed their way. They will soon enter the work force, take a gap year or Read More