Celebrating Churches is a new feature column to celebrate Texas Baptist church and minister anniversaries, baptisms, ministries of local churches, and other items and events of note for BGCT-affiliated churches. To learn more about this new column and/or to submit an entry for inclusion, email news@baptiststandard.com.
The First Baptist Church of Olney held a groundbreaking on Sunday, Jan. 18, for a new educational facility. The project involves the construction of a state-of-the-art facility designed to replace aging infrastructure. Chad Edgington is senior pastor.
DaySpring Baptist Church of Waco was selected as the Christians Caring for Creation Church of the Year for 2025. Christians Caring for Creation recognizes congregations that demonstrate exceptional leadership in caring for God’s creation through faithful action, creative stewardship, and community engagement. The church’s property is now designated a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat. Eric Howell is pastor.
We celebrate those churches throughout Texas and elsewhere across the United States who will serve their communities amid the anticipated hazardous winter weather this weekend. Thank you for caring for people in need in Jesus’ name.
Part of celebrating churches is helping them grow and develop. The Baptist Standard’s Equip column is full of resources for the growth and development of the church.
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