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Bilingual VBS week a ‘kingdom movement’

BRYAN (BP)—Desiring to reach kids with the gospel no matter their language or background, First Baptist Church in Bryan hosted two Vacation Bible Schools this year—a daytime VBS in English…

07/09/2025 - By Leann Callaway

Texas Baptist entities feature in BWA business

The Baptist World Alliance General Council on July 9 approved 17 new BWA member bodies and partners—including five affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas or are closely connected with Texas Baptists.

07/09/2025 - By Eric Black / Editor

Churches can endorse politicians, IRS says in court filing

For years, conservative legal groups have argued an IRS rule barring churches from endorsing candidates was unconstitutional.

07/08/2025 - By Bob Smietana and Jack Jenkins / Religion News Service

Longtime Texas Baptist pastor David Dykes died at age 72

David Dykes, longtime pastor of Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, died July 3 after a brief time under hospice care. He was 72.

07/07/2025 - By Calli Keener / Baptist Standard

Texas Baptists respond to deadly Hill Country floods

Texas Baptists responded with prayers and support when flash floods July 4 led to a devastating loss of life and substantial damage.

07/07/2025 - By Kendall Lyons / Baptist Standard

Obituary: Aubrey Howell

Aubrey Howell of Lubbock, longtime Baptist pastor, died June 29. He was 92.

07/07/2025 - By Staff / Baptist Standard

Christians divided on budget reconciliation bill

Some Christians praised President Donald Trump’s victory in securing congressional approval of his “Big Beautiful Bill” as a “milestone for the pro-life movement,” while others critiqued its cuts in social programs as “devastating” to the nation’s most vulnerable citizens.

07/06/2025 - By Ken Camp / Managing Editor