2006 Archives
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Progressive Baptists critique war in Iraq
Posted: 8/18/06
Progressive Baptists critique war in Iraq
By Adelle Banks
Religion News Service
CINCINNATI, Ohio (RNS)— The Progressive National Baptist Convention continued its call for an end to the war in Iraq during its annual meeting in Cincinnati, saying resources spent on the conflict are needed to address the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
Delegates to the meeting held their 45th annual session in the city where the historically African-American denomination was founded.
"This unnecessary, unwise and destructive war in Iraq is rupturing our nation, corrupting our foreign relations and disrupting our future. Iraq is now a growing cancer rapidly and deeply spreading nationally and globally." 08/18/2006 - By John Rutledge
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Humor & honesty help evangelist connect with youth
Posted: 8/18/06
Douglas Runkles, otherwise known as "Runks" to youth ministries across the country, shares the gospel through humor. Humor & honesty help
evangelist connect with youthBy Leann Callaway
Special to the Baptist Standard
LEVELLAND—“Funny name, funny guy, deep message”—that’s the slogan of Douglas Runkles of First Baptist Church in Levelland, better known as “Runks” to youth ministries across the country.
As a popular youth communicator, he likes to see his teenage audiences laughing so hard it hurts, because he has discovered humor serves as his best tool to connect with students. And after he captures their attention, he shifts gears to describe his own life struggles and challenge young people to trust God to overcome their struggles and addictions.
Douglas Runkles 08/18/2006 - By John Rutledge
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Texas Tidbits
Posted: 8/18/06
Texas Tidbits
Baylor names dean for student development. Baylor University has named Elizabeth Palacios dean of student development. In her new post, Palacios will provide leadership in campus recreation, multicultural activities and student activities. Palacios holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Baylor and earned a doctorate from the University of Texas at Austin. She is a licensed professional counselor and a licensed specialist in school psychology. From 1991 to 1995, Palacios served as Baylor’s coordinator of community service. She has served as an instructor in civic education at Baylor since 1991, a part-time lecturer in the department of educational psychology in the School of Education from 1995 to 2002 and as a full-time lecturer in educational psychology since 2002.
DBU receives $250,000 gift. The Fred C. and Katherine B. Andersen Foundation has granted Dallas Baptist University $250,000 toward construction of a new chapel on the DBU campus. Currently, DBU students meet in a gymnasium for chapel services, convocations and special events. The new chapel building will seat about 1,400 individuals and also will house the school’s intercessory prayer ministry and offices for the Cook Graduate School of Leadership. DBU has received $3 million from the Andersen Foundation in the last 12 years.
08/18/2006 - By John Rutledge
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TOGETHER: BGCT emphasizes church leadership
Posted: 8/18/06
TOGETHER:
BGCT emphasizes church leadershipThe Apostle Peter, after a lifetime of following Jesus and providing leadership among the early Christians, gives this poignant counsel to young pastors:
“I have a special concern for you church leaders. I know what it’s like to be a leader, in on Christ’s sufferings as well as the coming glory. Here’s my concern: That you care for God’s flock with all the diligence of a shepherd. Not because you have to, but because you want to please God. Not calculating what you can get out of it, but acting spontaneously. Not bossily telling others what to do, but tenderly showing them the way.
“When God, who is the best shepherd of all, comes out in the open with his rule, he’ll see that you’ve done it right and commend you lavishly. ….
Executive Director
BGCT Executive Board
“So, be content with who you are, and don’t put on airs. God’s strong hand is on you; he’ll promote you at the right time. Live carefree before God; he is most careful with you” (1 Peter 4:19-5:7).
08/18/2006 - By John Rutledge
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Wayland dean & chemistry prof on the roll 23 years
Posted: 8/18/06
Emmitt Tipton (left), dean of students at Wayland Baptist University, and Harold Temple (right), Wayland chemistry professor, deliver a noon meal to Deryl and Thelma Tapp of Plainview during their weekly Meals on Wheels route. The pair have delivered meals every Thursday since 1983. (Photo by Teresa Young) Wayland dean & chemistry prof on the roll 23 years
By Teresa Young
Wayland Baptist University
PLAINVIEW—Don’t expect to find Emmitt Tipton in his office at Wayland Baptist University around 11 a.m. on Thursdays. And if you’re looking in the chemistry lab for Professor Harold Temple around that same time, don’t bet on finding him, either.
The two have worked at Wayland Baptist University for several decades, and for nearly all that time, they’ve shared a Thursday morning ritual that has touched the lives of hundreds.
08/18/2006 - By John Rutledge
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