Reflections on the BWA General Council

July 19, 2001

One of the most enjoyable experiences of the year for this writer is the annual meeting of the General Council of the Baptist World Alliance

A Freedom Worth Celebrating

June 28, 2001

In Azerbaijan, the nation’s constitution declares citizens of all faiths may choose and practice their religion without restrictions. Reality is far different, however. Quasi-government harassment

Deaf community meets at Shocco

April 19, 2001

A deaf community of 199 Alabamians gathered for worship and training at the Alabama Baptist Conference of the Deaf (ABCD), held March 2–4 at Shocco

Nigerian state adopts Islamic code of conduct

January 4, 2001

KADUNA, Nigeria — Sharia, the strict Islamic code of conduct, is now part of the legal system of Kano, northern Nigeria’s most populous state. The

Pleasant Grove FBC dedicates library in honor of Harper Shannon

November 9, 2000

In 50 years as a minister, Harper Shannon has accumulated a wealth of resources that would be invaluable to any preacher. He now hopes other

Nigeria backs away from Muslim law

November 2, 2000

The governor of a state in north Nigeria has decided against statewide implementation of Sharia law, the strict Islamic penal code. In his announcement Oct.

Christians remain in refugee camps

November 2, 2000

Thousands of Christians affected by religious conflicts in Kaduna in northern Nigeria are languishing in refugee camps across the state without receiving help from the