June 2012 - Word&Way

Is it possible to hold fast to historic Baptist principles while also achieving spiritual relevance in today's world? For the past ten years, the answer to that question has been 'yes,' according to leaders at Churchnet: A Baptist Network Serving Churches.

2012 Archives

Historian notes Baptist role in distressed and distressing conscience

June 27, 2012

author: Administrator

Church historian Bill Leonard received the J.M. Dawson Religious Liberty Award at a luncheon sponsored by the Religious Liberty Council of the Baptist Joint Committee. He urged Baptists to consider several "issues plaguing my conscience that I hope will distress ours."

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Pencils make the difference for impoverished children in Nicaragua

June 27, 2012

author: Jennifer Harris

In the United States pencils are not a big deal. But according to Jennifer Chappell, an inexpensive pencil can provide a child living in extreme poverty in Nicaragua an opportunity to receive an education.

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The ‘Net can help show care, support

June 26, 2012

author: Administrator

This media column looks at online sites that can help believers minister to the sick and their families and keep the church informed.

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Adversity turns woman away, then back to God

June 26, 2012

author: Administrator

Raised in a family of alcoholic men. Tortured and raped as a teenager by a stranger. Boyfriends who cheated. A pastor who made a pass at her. Stalked by an unknown man. And finally, an abusive relationship that left her alone with a small

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Baptist House of Mercy opens to its first residents

June 26, 2012

author: Administrator

Two years after its dedication, the House of Mercy at Zhemchuzhinka, Kobrin, Belarus, has opened its doors to six elderly women in June. Leaders share their thoughts about the ministry's progress.

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Missourians hear state and mission work updates

June 26, 2012

author: Administrator

Missourians attending the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship General Assembly received an update on the work in Joplin and of missionaries in Haiti and Romania.

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Accident reminds editor of life’s value

June 26, 2012

author: Administrator

Word&Way Editor Bill Webb describes the care he received for injuries suffered in a cycling accident on May 12, and shares things he's learned or been reminded of because of his experience.

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CLC honors state senator for seeking to reform payday lending

June 26, 2012

author: Administrator

The Texas Baptist Christian Life Commission presented Wendy Davis, a state senator from Fort Worth, its Horizon Award for leadership in public service.

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Vestal focuses on God in final sermon as CBF leader

June 25, 2012

author: Administrator

here were plenty of big developments for Daniel Vestal to address in his final sermon at the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship general assembly, including approval of the 2012 Task Force report, a distinctive CBF identity for congregations that desire it and a $12.4 million budget.

Committed to historic Baptist principles, dedicated to contemporary relevance

Historian notes Baptist role in distressed and distressing conscience

Pencils make the difference for impoverished children in Nicaragua

The ‘Net can help show care, support

Adversity turns woman away, then back to God

Baptist House of Mercy opens to its first residents

Missourians hear state and mission work updates

Accident reminds editor of life’s value

CLC honors state senator for seeking to reform payday lending

Vestal focuses on God in final sermon as CBF leader

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