• Nigerian Baptist pastors killed in bombing

  The head of the Baptist World Alliance protested continuing violence in Nigeria that recently claimed the lives of two Baptist pastors.

  12/03/2012 - By Administrator

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  ‘Missional’: Old wine in new wineskins?

  Experts generally define “missional” as ministry that seeks first to discern God’s ongoing mission in the world and then become aligned with it. But critics fear the trendy label has lost its meaning.

  11/30/2012 - By Administrator

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  Seminarians learn to perform the business side of ministry

  Seminaries are responding to tight economic times with programs aimed at equipping future ministers with the business-oriented skills they’ll need to succeed.

  11/29/2012 - By Administrator

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  Learning communities explore how to minister in new culture

  Missional Church Learning Experience programs are helping churches discover what it means to be missional and minister in a changed culture.

  11/29/2012 - By Administrator

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  CBF leader issues ‘missional’ challenge

  For former Cooperative Baptist Fellowship leader Daniel Vestal, understanding what it means to be “missional” begins with two phrases: “Christ is in me. Christ is in us.”

  11/29/2012 - By Administrator

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  Singer/ songwriter brings unique twist to Christmas classics

  Singer/songwriter Josh Wilson wants to help families reflect on the real meaning of the Christmas season through a unique musical experience.

  11/29/2012 - By Administrator

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  Pastor wanders streets seeking to understand homelessness

  Oklahoma Pastor Dustin Buff traded in his job, his house and his sense of security in a personal quest to understand the plight of the homeless.

   

  11/29/2012 - By Administrator

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  Stress-induced heart attack claims life of Baptist in Gaza conflict

  Casualties during eight days of fighting between Israel and the militant group Hamas in the Gaza Strip included at least one Baptist: Salem Boulos Sweilem, who attended the Gaza Baptist Church in Gaza City.

  11/29/2012 - By Administrator

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  In his battle with cancer, 10-year-old ministered through a life of joy

  Rex Fleming, who died at age 10 Nov. 25 after a two-year battle with brain cancer, ministered through his faith in Christ to all who watched him live his life joyfully and faithfully to the end.

  11/29/2012 - By Administrator

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  Corpus Christi woman called to ministry of shopping

  Michele Woods of Padre Island Baptist Church in Corpus Christi is helping International students adjust to American culture by organizing shopping trips. In the process she's gained a ministry and some cherished friendships.

  11/29/2012 - By Administrator

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  Alternative gifts counter holiday-related consumerism

  {mosimage}Churches and nonprofits report increases in shoppers who want to give meaningful gifts. The practice involves making contributions toward the purchase of goods and services for people in need domestically or internationally.

  11/29/2012 - By Administrator

• On the Move

  Colby Benavidez to First Church in Mathis as youth minister.

  11/28/2012 - By Administrator