Revival of Religion in Cuba Reaches Public Square
In communities with tight media controls and limited Internet access, religious leaders are uniquely positioned to shape opposition in ways the government has not seen in decades, analysts say.
Nations Often Overlook Human Trafficking Within Their Borders
An estimated 24.9 million persons are currently enslaved in sex or labor trafficking worldwide, and a majority of victims are exploited and trafficked within their nation’s borders, according to the U.S. State Department.
Mandrell Elected as LifeWay’s 10th President
ATLANTA (BP) -- LifeWay Christian Resources trustees unanimously elected Ben Mandrell as the organization's 10th president during a special-called meeting June 28 in Atlanta.
The Battle of Jericho
Today we look at the most famous story in the book called Joshua, which Cecil B. DeMille could have turned into a multimillion dollar hit movie. But this is so much more.
Central Seminary Women’s Leadership Initiative Student Receives Excellence in Preaching Award
Central Seminary student Andrea Huffman received the Addie Davis Excellence in Preaching Award during the Annual Gathering of Baptist Women in Ministry on Wednesday, June 19, in Birmingham, Ala..
Rodeo Bible Camp: ‘Christ, Kids & Cowboying’
GARDEN CITY, Kan. (BP) --The Cross Rodeo Bible Camp in Garden City, Kan., does just what the title suggests, mixing two traditions -- church camp and rodeo -- into one experience.
Wayfair Walkout Puts Spotlight on Baptist-Linked Contractor for Migrant Children Care
Employees of the home goods retailer Wayfair walked off their jobs Wednesday (June 26) after more than 500 workers signed an open letter protesting the sale of $200,000 worth of bedroom furniture to a migrant detention center.
No, Your Church Doesn’t Need a Custom Church App
People have access to more tools and communication than ever before. This includes mobile apps – and a custom church app. For some churches, that may be needed. For most, however, it’s just adding to the noise—creating more communication clutter.
Not All Americans Have a Fair Path to a Good Death
Researchers from the University of California, San Diego recently did a literature search to understand what Americans might consider to be a “good death” or “successful dying.” As can be expected, their findings varied. People’s views were determined by their religious, social and cultural norms and influences.
Tenn. Man Charged with 4 Church Arsons, Burglaries, Theft
NASHVILLE (BP) -- A Nashville man confessed to setting fires at four area churches, including two Southern Baptist congregations, authorities said Wednesday (June 26).