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White Christian support for Trump falls

A new report from Pew Research found white Christians are losing confidence in President Trump’s policies.

02/10/2026 - By Bob Smietana / Religion News Service

Wiley Drake, SBC provocateur, dies at 82

Wiley Drake, a self-proclaimed “champion of the little guy” known for his perennial presence at Southern Baptist Convention annual meeting microphones, died Jan. 27. He was 82.

02/10/2026 - By David Roach / Baptist Press

Why pastors are leaving the pulpit

While only 1 percent of protestant pastors decide to step down from ministry each year, the reasons behind those decisions are dynamic.

02/10/2026 - By Faith Pratt / Baptist Standard

Around the State: Buckner celebrates 25th anniversary in Kenya

Buckner International celebrated the 25th anniversary of its ministry in Kenya, a joint effort with Texas and global Baptists.

02/10/2026 - By Staff / Baptist Standard

Litzler issues challenge to uphold religious freedom

John Litzler urged Howard Payne University students to defend religious liberty and engage thoughtfully in public policy as part of the Currie-Strickland Distinguished Lectures in Christian Ethics.

02/09/2026 - By Kendall Lyons / Baptist Standard

Texas CLC responds to racist White House post

Texas Baptists’ Christian Life Commission and other Texas Baptists’ ministry leaders condemned a racist online post depicting former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama.

02/07/2026 - By Kendall Lyons / Baptist Standard

Celebrating Churches: Shiloh Church celebrates relocation

Shiloh Baptist Church held its first worship service at its new facility, 2525 N. Buckner Blvd., on Sunday, Feb. 1.

02/05/2026 - By Staff / Baptist Standard

Texas Baptists realigns for GC2 Strong strategy

Texas Baptists realigned the Center for Cultural Engagement as part of its GC2 Strong strategy to better equip churches for Great Commandment and Great Commission faithfulness.

02/04/2026 - By Kendall Lyons / Baptist Standard