FBC Harpersville pastor retires after more than 10 years
August 27, 2026
Larry Roberts, pastor of First Baptist Church Harpersville for more than 10 years, retired in mid-August.
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August 27, 2026
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31 more die in persecution of Christians in Nigeria
August 27, 2026
The ongoing persecution of Christians in Nigeria has claimed the lives of 31 more people, one just an infant.
Music minister of Central Baptist in Trussville retires
August 27, 2026
Johnny Kilgore has retired as minister of music for Central Baptist Church, Trussville, where he served for 13 years.
‘Clear message’: Alabama to get $117M in landmark Meta youth safety settlement
August 27, 2026
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Wednesday (Aug. 26) a $117 million settlement with tech giant Meta over social media’s harms to teenagers. The settlement was with 47 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories.
Renovated J.L. Bedsole Library unveiled at UM
August 27, 2026
Thanks to a generous grant from the J.L Bedsole Foundation and other supporters, University of Mobile’s Bedsole library recently completed a major renovation.
Native American missionaries set to serve Canada’s First Nations
August 26, 2026
For years, International Mission Board missionaries have prayed for God to send workers among the First Nations of Canada.
Reflections on Dolly Parton, faith and kindness
August 26, 2026
From the church pews of her childhood in Locust Ridge, Tennessee, to gospel recordings and a lifelong commitment to serving others, Dolly Parton frequently spoke about her faith.
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