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Work projects promote unity among Irving churches
More than 100 members of First Baptist spent a Saturday participating in a workday at Calvary Baptist Church—helping with building repairs, cleaning, painting and landscaping. It brought renewed vision to both congregations while increasing their ability to make an impact on the community.
05/23/2012 - By Administrator
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BGCT board transfers historic site to Baylor, UMHB
The Baptist General Convention of Texas Executive Board voted to transfer to Baylor University and the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor ownership of Old Baylor Park, the original site of the two schools.
05/23/2012 - By Administrator
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CBF to vote on task force report at Fort Worth meeting
The 22nd annual Cooperative Baptist Fellowship General Assembly June 20-23 in Fort Worth, Texas, features a key vote on the 2012 Task Force report and the final sermon from Daniel Vestal as executive coordinator.
05/18/2012 - By Administrator
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Disaster recovery help still needed in Japan
Japan received relief in the wake of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, but many residents affected by the disasters still need to recover. The BGCT disaster recovery team has scheduled a June 19-26 trip to help.
05/17/2012 - By Administrator
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Baylor School of Social Work honors Kentuckian
Baylor University School of Social Work recognized Darla Bailey –founder of an innovative day health center for adults with disabilities in Louisville, Ky. — as the Baylor School of Social Work Honorary Alumna of the Year.
05/17/2012 - By Administrator
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Burleson pastor lives out sermon on responding to people who suffer
Pastor Scott Sharman of Alsbury Baptist Church in Burleson was supposed be in Abilene recently to receive an award from Logsdon Seminary. Instead, after an unlikely journey, he was scheduled for surgery to donate a kidney to his wife's cousin.
05/16/2012 - By Administrator
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Baylor research shows benefit of Eagle Scouts on society
The Boys Scouts of America long have noted the conspicuous presence of Eagle Scouts among astronauts, military officers, top athletes and high-ranking elected officials. But a nationwide scientific survey involving researchers from Baylor University provides the first empirical evidence that shows the positive impact Eagle Scouts have on society.
05/15/2012 - By Administrator
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Road to Monterrey perilous, promising for BUA graduates
Motorists entering Monterrey drive past mountainsides painted with massive "Z's," a territorial claim by the infamous Zetas drug cartel and a mute testimony to the constant threat of violence and lawlessness in the region. But Nancy Kuk and her husband, Francisco, have chosen to invest their lives in her hometown.
05/15/2012 - By Administrator
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Baylor regents approve 10-year strategic vision
After nearly two years of planning and input, Baylor University regents unanimously approved a new strategic vision for the next ten years, "Pro Futuris," that will go into effect June 1 and passed a $444.3 million operating budget.
05/14/2012 - By Administrator
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Americans divided on viewing homosexual behavior as sin
Americans are split on whether homosexual behavior is a sin, and many do not appreciate if a church teaches it is sinful, according to a recent survey conducted by LifeWay Research.
05/14/2012 - By Administrator
