Night to Shine has grown a lot in the 10 years since it started — on Feb. 9, the event took place at 725 churches across all 50 states and 56 countries, including eight Alabama Baptist churches.
The challenges that face today’s churches, particularly the issue of aging congregations, are significant but not insurmountable.
Many who knew evangelist Junior Hill gathered at Westmeade Baptist Church in Decatur on Jan. 9 to remember him and his ministry, which spanned seven decades.
For the last three-plus years, Don Blakeney and other worship pastors in Marshall County have met together for mentorship and fellowship. It’s a much-needed support system, members say.
“No matter how lost we feel or how difficult things get, Jesus sees us where we are and He’s going to see us through it,” says singer/songwriter Brandon Heath. “Where could we hide from Him? He pursues us. He sees us and stays with us.”
According to the 2023 State of the Bible from American Bible Society, 74% of online worshippers report using the Bible weekly on their own, while only 32% of in-person worshippers say the same.
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Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen encouraged civic participation during a Nov. 14 ALCAP lunch held in conjunction with the Alabama Baptist State Convention.
