Baptist relief agencies begin Mid-Atlantic cleanup in wake of Irene
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RICHMOND, Va. -- As Hurricane Irene continued its destructive track north Aug. 28, Baptist relief agencies in the Mid-Atlantic began deploying volunteers in the
Faith & Work
In an uncertain and unstable economy, how do Christians reconcile work as a reflection of the image of God in them with high unemployment and under-employment rates?
Churches offer ‘Soul Food,’ encouragement to the unemployed
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Beyond immediate ministry, Christians called to address social inequities
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Two Lies for Labor Day: A transforming theology of work
As Labor Day approaches, let's separate deception from truth and construct a biblical theology of work that will transform us on Sunday and empower us on Monday.
Islamic terrorism a real threat, but how big is it?
Charles Kurzman, professor of sociology at the University of North Carolina, thinks 20th century anarchist violence bears a resemblance to the Islamic terrorism of the 21st century in one sense: Neither resulted in a spiraling escalation of violence.
Irene only most visible disaster
FALLS CHURCH, Va. (ABP) -- As Hurricane Irene swirls toward the east coast with heavy rains whipped by 110 mile per hour winds, its potential to produce disastrous property damage prompts a deluge of news reports and a constant hum across social media.
Longtime SBC leader Cecil Ray dies
GEORGETOWN, Texas (ABP) – Cecil Ray, for many years a leading figure in efforts to convince Southern Baptists to give more money to religious causes, died Aug. 23.
Bible translation pioneer dies
(ABP) -- Eugene Nida, a pioneer in the theory of modern Bible translations in the 20th century, died Aug. 25 in a Brussels hospital. While not a household name, Nida, 96, influenced Bibles in millions of homes.
Worship resources offered for 9/11 anniversary
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (ABP) – With the 10th anniversary of 9/11 approaching – and falling on a Sunday – many churches are planning special observances.