CABOT, Ark. – Worship leaders, musicians, and media teams from across the state are invited Saturday, Feb. 21, to First Baptist Church in Cabot for the Arkansas Baptist Worship Conference, a
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Arkansas Baptist women’s ministry leaders from across the state will gather Feb. 7 in Little Rock to be encouraged and refreshed
The Arkansas Baptist State Convention (ABSC) is hosting an AI Conference to discuss best practices for Artificial Intelligence (AI) usage in the church on Dec.
Loyd and his wife, Rebecca, visit with guests at his retirement celebration. Staff photo by Mary Alford FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – After 45 years of faithfully
This article by Sam Rainer originally appeared at churchleaders.com. For many pastors and church leaders, feeling tired has moved from an occasional issue to an
VBS is a timeless tool to intentionally reach your church and community with the Gospel. Studies show that we are in a crisis of evangelism.
This article first appeared in the Spring 2025 edition of Arkansas Baptist Life. It was written by Emily Smith, ABSC Abuse Prevention + Response Consultant.
Photos submitted. Editor’s note: After two EF4 tornadoes left a wake of destruction the night of March 14, in addition to the Arkansas Baptist Disaster
Three years ago, Rocky Bayou Associational Missionary Rick Hassell attended a Double Honor Ministries retreat. He’s been involved with the ministry ever since. “I was
Facebook photo Volunteers at Line Baptist Church in Little Rock recently saw a need in the area around their church and have stepped up to
Perception Artist Sean Emory trains adult church volunteers on how to share the gospel. (Alex Blankenship/ABSC) VILONIA, Ark. – The Arkansas Baptist State Convention (ABSC) recently
Campus ministers from community colleges and smaller college campuses around the state gathered in Little Rock this weekend to attend the Arkansas Baptist State Convention (ABSC) Community College Winter Workshop.
Missions discipleship has been a major focus in recent years at Iglesia Bautista Nueva Jerusalén. Utilizing resources made available by the Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU),
Whether full-time, bi-vocational, or volunteer, EQUIP Conferences are designed to encourage, strengthen, and equip leaders in their ministry. The first EQUIP Conference of the year
A group of University of Arkansas Baptist Collegiate Ministry (UA BCM) students recently served in the Marion and West Memphis area for Christmas in the
Catherine Ponder sits a table at her home in Walnut Ridge. (Mary Alford/ABN) WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. – “Loving God! Loving People!” Those words can be
Arkansas Baptists have a lot to look forward for 2025. A few events to mark on the calendar are: Evangelism Conference The 2025 Statewide Conference
From the deployment of Arkansas Baptist Disaster Relief’s first all-women chainsaw unit to the new Missions U training, Arkansas Baptists had a lot of news to share in 2024.
WYNNE, Ark. – A drive-thru live nativity experience took place the last two weekends, Dec. 7-9 and Dec. 14-15, at Three Trees Cowboy Church in
By Phillip Slaughter, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Crossett Let’s rewind two thousand years. Imagine yourself growing up in a Jewish family and hearing of the
Crosses carved in a stump serve as a reminder. Photo from ABDR Facebook Arkansas Baptist Disaster Relief (ABDR) recently wrapped up a five-week deployment to
Photo from Rose Bud First Baptist Church Facebook ROSE BUD, Ark. – The congregation of Rose Bud First Baptist Church put in the work, and
LITTLE ROCK – Hillcrest Community Church celebrated the nations and God’s glory on Oct. 27 during their Sunday service. “Nations Sunday was to celebrate what
Sen. Eddie Joe Williams introduces Varner Unit Field Minister Andre Dunn during Tuesday’s building dedication. (Photos by Mary Alford/ABN) GOULD, Ark. – It was a
Guest speaker Susie Everett (Staff photo by Mary Alford) ROLAND, Ark. – Fresh Start Christian Women’s Job Corps (CWJC) hosted a tea and luncheon fundraiser
BRYANT, Ark. – On National Good Neighbor Day, Sept. 28, more than 90 volunteers dispersed throughout Bryant to spread kindness and make a positive impact
WHITE HALL, Ark. – Three young ladies recently put together a lemonade stand to raise support for Arkansas Baptist Disaster Relief (ABDR) and Hurricane Helene
ABSC Mission Assistant Team Leader Clint Ritchie shares the most important aspect of One Day at the pre-event leadership banquet. Photos by Mary Alford JACKSONVILLE,
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Pastors and church leaders from across Arkansas gathered in Little Rock on Thursday, Sept. 26, for the Arkansas Baptist Children &
BENTON, Ark. – Hundreds of women gathered on Saturday, Sept. 21, at First Baptist Church in Benton for the Arkansas Baptist Women Conference. The Conference
Comprised of ministers of music/worship leaders, directors, accompanists, choir leaders, pastors, staff members and staff spouses from Arkansas Baptist churches across the state, the group ended its previous season with a stop at the White County Fair on Sept. 9.
SILOAM SPRINGS, Ark. – More than 500 salvations were reported over nine weeks of camp this summer at Camp Siloam. “It was an amazing summer.
A recent regulation may have significant implications for churches and nonprofits, and we implore each church to read and understand whether or not this regulation
As summer vacation winds down our attention and our calendars turn to the start of a new school year. It’s also that time of year
The last two weeks in July saw several Arkansas Baptist churches serve throughout the state.
Editor’s Note: This article was written by Taylor Cain who serves as the associate pastor at First Baptist Church in Sylvan Hills and Bible teacher
Throughout the week, World Changers presented the Gospel 20 times. Five people prayed to receive Christ.
The Arkansas Baptist State Convention (ABSC) Missions Team recently partnered with Grace Cowboy Church in Warren to host a Medical-Dental Clinic on July 13.
When developed thoughtfully and implemented with transparency, these policies empower churches to fulfill their mission.
A Sunday School class from Geyer Springs First Baptist Church recently made personal summertime gift baskets for the families at Desired Haven Family Care in Little Rock and Monticello.
Student groups from Texas and Tennessee travelled to Pine Bluff during the week of June 10-17 to serve the community through World Changers.
Mission:Dignity has been a tremendous blessing for many, including Arkansas resident Emily Ruth Watson. Watson, 93, served in the ministry alongside her late husband, Jimmy,
Whenever I am introduced to individuals that have laid a foundation and created a history of ministry, I always have a great sense of appreciation and awe at their work.
This Sunday, June 2, has been designated on the Southern Baptist Convention calendar as a special day to recognize and raise awareness of Disaster Relief ministries.
Six college students are interning this summer at the Arkansas Baptist State Convention with the Evangelism + Church Health Team and the Arkansas Baptist Foundation.
A compassion ministry of Woman’s Missionary Union, Christian Women’s Job Corps is geared toward “equipping women for life in a Christian context through career focused classes, Bible study and building meaningful relationships.”
One small group of faithful Baptist men and women sought to be different. They wanted to cooperate to support missions at a higher level.
Multiple Arkansas church planters, pastors and leaders gathered in Little Rock recently for the annual Hispanic Family Conference at Iglesia Bautista Roca Fuerte.
Photo by Alex Blankenship BENTON, Ark. – Donning solar eclipse glasses, adults and children at Trinity Baptist Church in Benton on Monday watched in awe
For the fourth year in a row, recipients received this “13th Check” due to a fund established at the foundation.
Newton County Baptist Church’s Egg Drop Eggstravaganza was just one of the several Easter outreach events Arkansas Baptists held throughout the state.
Arkansas Baptist State Convention (ABSC) Children’s Specialist Emily Smith is transitioning to a more dual role on the executive team, placing further focus on abuse prevention and response.
The youth of Life Line Baptist Church are spending this spring break in service.
Internal controls are procedures, policies, and practices designed to prevent fraud and promote accountability.
First Baptist Church in Clarendon has launched a new ministry inspired by the heart of God to aid and minister to the community.
With a beautiful setting situated in Paron, Arkansas, at the edge of the Ouachita National Forest just 25 miles from Little Rock, it is the perfect place to host many different types of groups and events.
The drama was performed four nights in a row, Feb. 25-28, drawing more than 1,200 from the community into the church. Of those, Pastor Reuel Cruce said 123 made decisions to follow Jesus.
The ultimate reason we serve locally is to intentionally move people from the pews into the lives of the people in their communities to build relationships, share the Gospel, and call people to place their faith in Jesus.
ABSC churches are encouraged to schedule Sunday, February 11, 2024 to promote the hunger ministries of Arkansas Baptists and Send Relief and to collect the annual Global Hunger Relief Offering.
“Due to the partnership and support of local churches and associations, Arkansas Baptists are seeing big impact on these smaller campuses. These often-unseen folks are some of the unsung heroes in God’s harvest field.”
This article was written by Leslie Peacock Caldwell, managing editor at the IMB. The call to reach all nations, people, languages and tribes with the
IMB Photo This article was written by Myriah Snyder for the IMB. Twenty-five Embera people were busy at work, taking care as they handmade each
Arkansas cowboy churches this holiday season loaded up supplies and Christmas boxes, traveled to various pueblos in New Mexico, and shared the gospel with Native Americans.
Retired schoolteacher Debbie Finch is using footwear to share the Gospel, encouraging people to “flip flop” their lives for Jesus.
By Debbie Moore, Arkansas WMU Executive Director Arkansas Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU) is so thankful for the privilege of serving Arkansas Baptists in the areas
As usual, Arkansas Baptists have a lot on their calendars to look forward to next year. Pray First To start the year off, Arkansas Baptists
Beginning my eighth decade of ministry, perhaps the following will encourage others to press on.
In 1 Thessalonians 2:8, Paul said “We cared so much for you that we were pleased to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives, because you had become dear to us.”
Thanksgiving is a day to celebrate the harvest and blessings of the past year. Several Arkansas Baptists use the national holiday as an opportunity to pour those blessings back into their communities.
Widows hold a deep place in the heart of God, and He loves and cares about them greatly.
“The international getaway retreat to me is a great way to get to know those who aren’t like you, who come from a different culture or maybe a different religion.”
A group of women from Beebe are embarking on a journey to start a Christian Women’s Job Corps (CWJC) site in White County.
About 2,800 chaplains – including about 1,100 who are Southern Baptist – serve in the Armed Forces.
The Church at Rock Creek held a groundbreaking ceremony Monday, Oct. 30, for its new food bank center. (The Church at Rock Creek) LITTLE ROCK,
Thirteen people were baptized in Christ on Sunday, Oct. 29, at Fresh Start Community Church in Sherwood.
LWC has established strong relationships with churches, community organizations, and professionals.
Our Lord has some important things to say about His followers’ involvement in ministry to others.
First Baptist Church of Hope served as the host for over 130 participants made up of students and adults from 10 different Arkansas Baptist churches.
Arkansas Baptist women from six different churches recently spent five days in Bay Ridge praying for, ministering among, and learning from the diaspora in Brooklyn, New York.
Immanuel Little Rock Chinese Baptist Church has seen a year of growth, unity and answered prayers.
Partnership is at the heart of what we do as Arkansas Baptists. There is no greater evidence to that fact than what we experience each
Editor’s note: This article was written by Amy Grigg of Desired Haven. Desired Haven, a ministry of Arkansas Baptist Children and Family Ministries, equips parents
The ABCFM Toy Express will make debut this month at the 2023 Annual Meeting. (Submitted) The Arkansas Baptist Children & Family Ministries (ABCFM) Toy Express
he Arkansas Baptist State Convention (ABSC) Missions Team hosted a medical-dental clinic on Saturday, Sept. 23, at First Baptist Church in Stuttgart.
A ministry unique to the Arkansas Baptist State Convention is our Church Mediation Ministry.
River Bible Church in Mountain Home recently partnered with Hillcrest International Collective to provide nearly 30 welcome baskets for incoming international students in Little Rock.
The Arkansas Baptist Convention State (ABSC) Missions Team saw multiple people accept Jesus Christ into their hearts on Saturday, Sept. 9, during a medical-dental clinic at West View Baptist Church in Paragould.
More than 300 men, women and youth made professions of faith last week, Aug. 27-30, during an evangelical event hosted in El Dorado called South Arkansas Together.
Seeing the event as an outreach opportunity, several Arkansas Baptist State Convention cowboy churches set up at the races to share the Gospel, hand out Bibles and simply fellowship with those in attendance.
In 2024, our flagship campus in Monticello, Arkansas Baptist Homes for Children, celebrates its 130th birthday and we will celebrate in strength!
On September 19th, an in-person MinistrySafe training event with attorney and MinistrySafe founder Greg Love is available to all Arkansas Baptists. This training will be helpful for pastors and church staff, student and children’s leaders, safety and security volunteers, and lay leaders of your church.
Multiple churches across the state hosted back-to-school outreach events to connect with families in their communities and help prepare students for the new school year.
Lightstock photo This article was written by Scott Barkley, national correspondent for Baptist Press LAFAYETTE, Ga. (BP) – Vernon Barnett started his life of public
While staying at a duck lodge after being displaced by a house fire in February 2022, Drover Cowboy Church Pastor Chance Watson and his family were able to meet and interact with South Africans also staying there.
Bienvenue. Добро пожаловать. Beinvenida. 欢迎. Willkommen. Benvenuta. Those are just a few variations of “Welcome” on a sign that greets visitors at 7:9 Snoball stand in Little Rock.
Leaders at First Baptist Church in Oppelo are using technology to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
A group from the Arkansas River Valley Baptist Association recently embarked on a missions trip to the Arkansas Delta, bringing hope and encouragement to some of the churches serving the region.
World Changers from five states assembled in Little Rock last week at Life Line Baptist Church to rehab homes and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
The Arkansas Baptist State Convention Missions Team saw nine professions of faith this past weekend during a medical-dental clinic in Pine Bluff.
Arkansas Baptists churches have a heart for people all over the world.
One of my favorite things to do each summer is visit Super Summer Arkansas on the night of Explore Your Call! It happens on Thursday
A ministry in White Hall is helping teachers receive extra supplies to help their students thrive.
The congregation of First Baptist Church in Benton was treated to a concert by its student choir Pure Energy on Sunday, June 4, following the
A young mother saw a group of Southern Baptists who were sharing the gospel in New Orleans, so she yelled to them. “I need to be saved.”
To date, Bond has mailed more than 2,000 handwritten letters and cards to inmates, soldiers, sick children and whoever else needs encouragement and God’s love.
The churches of Greene County Baptist Association (GCBA) partnered together on Saturday, May 20, for Jerusalem Day 2023.
Do you have a compelling vision that is empowering others to be Gospel sowers who are impacting lostness in their life?
The call of God on a person’s life is an invitation to follow Him to salvation, to a deeper relationship with him, to church membership, or to vocational ministry. Because I believe that God is always calling people, I am unapologetic about boldly giving invitations at the conclusions of my sermons.
Ministry to the next generation has never been more important. Those who minister to the next generation are at the front lines of some of the most strategic ministry in the world.
A prison seminary largely funded by Arkansas Baptists at the Varner Unit of the Arkansas Department of Corrections, a high security prison in Lincoln County, celebrated its first graduating class on Friday, May 12.
ROGERS, Ark. – The Arkansas Baptist State Convention (ABSC) Northwest Arkansas (NWA) Ministry Center is carrying on the legacy of 26th Street Baptist Church in
The Missions Team held its first medical-dental clinic of the year on April 29 at Iglesia Bautista Roca Fuerte (Strong Rock Baptist Church) in Little Rock.
“We like to carve a cross, and we try to put hope at the bottom of it because where do you find hope? You find hope at the foot of the cross,” Justin Murphy said when asked about the cross he carved after the recent tornado.
First Baptist Church in Jacksonville Pastor Seth Tucker was out of town when disaster struck Jacksonville on March 31.
The Word of God has a lot to say about training. It speaks of the saints being equipped for the work of the ministry (Ephesians 4:12).
Everett Severs, Eli Severs, Holt Robinson, Drake Gray and other RAs at Wooster First Baptist Church made comfort packs for children impacted by the recent
“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is
Serve Local is a missions movement that happens on a Saturday in Spring, where churches plan and participate in service-based mission projects to make Kingdom impact on their local community!
Passover Seder, a dinner traditionally celebrated by people of the Jewish faith during Passover.
In student ministry we encounter all different types of students and meet them in all different seasons of life. In campus ministry, we are constantly
This article was written by Dr. Sam Roberts, the Missions Team Leader at the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. Raised in the Delta of Northeast Arkansas,
Charles Morgan’s goal as the Black River Baptist Association’s associational missionary is to “be a pastor to weary pastors and unite the churches into a
Arkansas Baptist Children & Family Ministries today announced that ABCFM Monticello, its flagship campus, will celebrate 130 years of life-changing ministry next year.
MARVELL, Ark. – At First Baptist Church in Marvell their mission is “Serving the Savior … Touching lives.” “Our goal is to find ways that
Discipleship is a key component to college ministry and can bring lasting change to those that are fully committed! Real discipleship involves many hours of
A woman and girl walk down a dirt road in the Kingdom of Bhutan. (IMB photo) If you asked many of our ministry leaders around
Robert Foster of Williams Baptist University speaks during EQUIP: SMC on Feb. 4. WALNUT RIDGE, Ark. – First Baptist Church in Corning Pastor Bart Baker
This article was written by Jamie Naramore, cross-cultural strategist at the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. It is estimated that in the next 20-25 years the
BENTON, Ark. – More than 100 students gathered at First Baptist Church in Benton this past weekend, Jan. 27-28, for PraizFest 2023. Arkansas Baptist State
Photo shared by Drover Cowboy Church in October on Facebook. HARRISBURG, Ark. – The inmates at the Poinsett County jail are hearing the Gospel and
Jeff Struecker competes in the Munga, a five-day, 1,000-kilometer race in South Africa dubbed “the toughest race on earth.“ WAKE FOREST, N.C. (BP) – Endurance,
Within less than two hours of the initial phone call, the church [Immanuel Baptist in Warren] was open, security was in place, cots were provided by the city’s emergency management department and food began coming in from all over.
From the retirement of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention executive director to a Chinese mission becoming an autonomous church after 23 years, Arkansas Baptists had
File photo There are several ministry learning opportunities for Arkansas Baptists. Two such occasions on the horizon are the 2023 Arkansas Delta Vision Tour and
A Better Together at Christmas women’s ministry event was held recently at East Side Baptist Church in Fort Smith. Submitted. Women’s ministries allow ladies to
James and Mattie Walker have been married 70 years and have been in the ministry together even longer.
Reaching the next generation doesn’t happen without intentionality.
Light is scarce during scheduled electrical outages as Ukraine suffers a bombed-out power grid, yet women there are using their light this Christmas to crochet angel ornaments to send churches and other supporters in the U.S.
Tyler Hoffpauir, campus minister at Arkansas State University, offers two ways for churches to connect better with youth and young adults.
Central Baptist Church – Paragould Campus held its fourth gas giveaway event on Saturday, Dec. 3, fueling the community with gasoline and the Gospel.
An interactive Christmas story experience is taking place this week at Central Baptist Church in Conway.
After leaving an abusive 12-year relationship, Crystal Noster found herself at a shelter contemplating ending her own life.
Thanksgiving presented an opportunity for Arkansas Baptist churches to serve their communities.
John McCallum knows the pain of struggling with grief and loss during the holiday season. But rather than sinking in sorrow, he’s using it to serve others.
An outreach and ministry of Immanuel Baptist Church (IBC) in Carlisle, Mission of Hope will provide food, clothes and other items to assist those in need in Carlisle and surrounding areas.
“We’re pleased with what the Lord has been doing through us,” Martin said. “It’s nothing more than using sports as a stage to draw kids in so they can hear the Gospel—it’s that simple.”
May we know and believe that God is willing and able to save and transform our lives because that is who He is, and that is how He works.
Chaplains can’t directly proselytize, but their presence and words of encouragement naturally lead first responders to want to know the source.
Ford and the members of Full Faith Community, with the help of Central Baptist, have been working to be a light in their community as they build relationships and minister to the needs of those around them.
Southern Baptists will, on Aug. 28, recognize Global Hunger Sunday to raise support for those in need.
With summertime fading, the new school year is at hand. According to home school, private school, and public school data, just over 513,000 Kindergarten through 12th grade students will be in Arkansas classrooms very soon.
MILLS, Wyo. (BP) – Merry Marcus is among countless Southern Baptists nationwide who carefully watch their money to be sure they are able to participate
We have to share the Gospel and the only way to do that effectively is to share the Gospel through those we have some type of relationship with in our community.
We want to equip churches to creatively minister to women in crisis.
Hiding Place Hollow’s purpose is “to provide homes for global workers on furlough.” Their aim is for these families to experience the presence of Jesus and restoration.
Mark Clifton opened the 2022 SBC Pastors’ Conference by reminding shepherds of local congregations that there are no unimportant churches and no unimportant places.
Arkansas families need to know how deeply Arkansas Baptists love them.
Former National Football League player Benjamin Watson and his wife have collaborated for the third time with the Southern Baptist Convention’s ethics entity to provide an ultrasound machine for the benefit of women in crisis pregnancies.
May is National Foster Care Awareness Month and in Arkansas, there are nearly 5,000 children in foster care.
Williams Baptist University commissioned over 40 students who will spend their summer working in ministry projects throughout the country in a special chapel service held in Manley Chapel on April 27.
As someone who grew up in the church, I heard how important it was to share my faith with others early on in my life.
Hundreds of Arkansas Baptists used part of their Saturday on April 9 to serve their communities during the annual One Day: Serve Local initiative.
The goal of Serve Local is to provide a cooperative effort that assists churches in moving people from the pew to active ministry.
Brasel said his team of BCM students and volunteers from the school and surrounding area churches hand out goody bags. Even Brasel’s grandson gets in on the distribution.
Bear one another’s burdens, and thereby fulfill the law of Christ…Let us not lose heart in doing good… let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.
This is the third article concerning, “Caring for the Care Giver.” The first two articles discussed the need for the ministry, the recruiting and organizing of the supporters, and the initial meeting with all interested parties.
“Bear one another’s burdens, and thereby fulfill the law of Christ…Let us not lose heart in doing good…let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith,”
“Bear one another’s burdens, and thereby fulfill the law of Christ…Let us not lose heart in doing good… let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith,”
Some of the women cut plastic shopping bags into strips then others loop and tie them together to form a ball of “plarn.”
With the help of hundreds of churches, Pure Water, Pure Love (PWPL) provides thousands of water filters to missionary families and helps fund clean water projects.
“Jesus is for the nations, and so Christmas is for everyone. Opening your home for the holidays might just be one of the easiest ways to reach the nations this year.”
Ben and Sheffield Coulter live in Magnolia, Arkansas, where he serves as senior pastor at Immanuel Baptist Church. John R. W. Stott said, “We must be global
Immanuel Baptist Church of Magnolia served a Thanksgiving meal in the church fellowship hall to approximately sixty individuals from around the world.
Thanksgiving has traditionally been a time to gather with family around a homecooked meal. However, we sometimes forget that some families are worried if they will be able to have a meal at all.
When Georges Boujakly arrived in Canada on New Year’s Eve 1969, his homeland of Lebanon was at war, the 19-year-old knew little English, and he had $30 to his name.
If you are going to be successful as a number two leader, you must know who you are in Christ and what God has called you to do.
CABOT, Ark. – Last Wednesday, October 13, 1,100 students from five different communities gathered at Panther Stadium in Cabot to hear the Gospel at Fields of Faith, an event sponsored by Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA).
When someone brings up the subject of the annual Arkansas Baptist State Convention (ABSC) meeting, what comes to your mind? Too long? Too boring? Waste of time? Not for me? You might add others. But for me, I am
Baptist work in Brazil has grown from a small group of people 150 years ago to 15,000 congregations and 3.5 million people today.
Today is the last day to register so don’t wait!
On almost any given day throughout the year, Arkansas Baptist churches are actively meeting needs and sharing Jesus in their local communities.
Arkansas Disaster Relief is already preparing to help our neighbors as they begin to recover.
One Day Acts 1:8 Missions Experience provides an annual opportunity for Arkansas Baptists to impact lostness in a specific area of our state.
This incredible ministry is provided by your missions giving through the Dixie Jackson State Missions Offering and the Cooperative Program.
Deacons have been some of my best friends in ministry.
“I am able to do all things through Him who strengthens me,” Philippians 4:13 (CSB) is Susan McClanahan’s favorite verse and one she strives to live by. She can admit though it hasn’t always been easy to remember over the years.
GALLATIN, Tenn. (BP) – A week ago, Pastor Travis Fleming of First Baptist Gallatin thought all-digital worship services, recommended masking and strict social distancing were a thing of the past.
At the beginning of 2021, Glenn Mitchell, co-director of the church’s food pantry ministry, shared that he needed help due to a potential shortage of workers and the ongoing need for provisions. We prayed and I encouraged him to pray and encourage all involved to pray together to ask God to provide the food and workers. He and the others who serve in that ministry began meeting in prayer each week before they distributed food. They gather in a circle while holding hands to pray for direction, more workers, and food to share with those in need.
Pastor William Jaques and his wife Marabeth have devoted their lives to caring for those in the foster care system.
One Year. That’s how long it was that retired pastor Homer Hinson and his wife Doris were unable to touch each other due to COVID-19 restrictions in Homer’s nursing home.
Gathered around two white foldable tables set with cups of coffee and loads of batting is where you can find the ladies of Graves Memorial Baptist Church’s sewing ministry every Tuesday morning.
As a nine-year-old girl I walked the aisle during children’s church at First Baptist Church of Rogers and was baptized into the saving grace of Jesus. I have vivid memories of our whole congregation gathered in a circle around the sanctuary every Sunday night at the close of evening service, hands joined, voices raised, singing the chorus “We are One in the Bond of Love” in faith together.
