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By Bill Webb Word&Way Editor Most church budget committees are gearing up -- or soon will be -- for the process of funding the missions and ministry plans of their congregations. Amidst the rising cost of property upkeep, literature, utilities and other fixed costs, do

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Thomas accepts leave from MBC

July 14, 2004

author: Ken Satterfield

Missouri Baptist Convention associate executive director Larry Thomas has accepted an extended sabbatical leave from his duties effective July 15. The leave will last until Thomas' official retirement at the end of the year. "I have no regrets," Thomas said in a brief telephone interview.

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Politics in church? Just say, ‘No’

July 14, 2004

author: Ken Satterfield

Bill Webb Word&Way Editor A Bush-Cheney campaign initiative that targets churches - particularly conservative churches - is attracting criticism from across the spectrum of Baptist life. And rightly so. The campaign has provided coalition coordinators with a sheet asking them to: -- "Send your church

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Barbara Shock passes away

July 1, 2004

author: Ken Satterfield

A walk through many of the buildings at Windermere Baptist Conference Center reminds center visitors of Barbara Shock's eye for design and the love for the ministry she and husband Frank, Windermere president and CEO, shared. Mrs. Shock, 46, passed away on June 30

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Holmes finishes year as moderator

June 29, 2004

author: Ken Satterfield

By Vicki Brown Word&Way News Writer Trust and religious liberty are the themes that have guided Cynthia Holmes of St. Louis as she has served the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship at both state and national levels. "I want to be a good steward of the

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Unwise to cozy with candidates, parties

June 29, 2004

author: Ken Satterfield

By Bill Webb Word&Way Editor The Southern Baptist Convention annual meeting in Indianapolis June 15-16 offered a number of reminders that this is an election year -- and that how voters cast their ballots for president is of the highest priority. Promoted heavily was

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Benton confirmed to appeals court

June 29, 2004

author: Ken Satterfield

Missouri Supreme Court Judge Duane Benton was confirmed June 24 to the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. According to a report in the Jefferson City Post-Tribune June 25 edition, the oath of office will be administered later this year. Benton, 53, will remain on

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Reflections on the 2004 SBC annual meeting

June 23, 2004

author: Ken Satterfield

By Bill Webb Word&Way Editor Visitors to the 147th annual session of the Southern Baptist Convention showed a diversity of opinion that hasn't particularly characterized conventions in recent years. On more than one occasion, some messengers seemed to bristle at the appearance that

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Marge Koehler dies

June 23, 2004

author: Ken Satterfield

Former co-manager of Windermere Baptist Conference Center Marjorie L. "Marge" Koehler, 80, of Camdenton passed away on June 14. Born in Onley, Ill., on Feb. 20, 1924, she was married to Arthur "Art" Koehler, who preceded her in death on May 17. The

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SBC requests seminary charter change

June 23, 2004

author: Bill Webb

By Bill Webb Word&Way Editor Indianapolis (ABP) - Messengers to the Southern Baptist Convention annual meeting voted by a 2-1 margin to "respectfully request" that trustees of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary amend the school's charter, naming the

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140. Derek Kubilus on Holy Hell

Derek Kubilus, a Methodist pastor in Ohio, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his book Holy Hell: A Case against Eternal Damnation. He also discusses translation issues, Wesleyan teachings, and Star Wars. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter A Public Witness that helps you make sense of faith, culture, and politics.
139. Jim Wallis, Brian Kaylor, & Angela Denker on Christian Nationalism

Angela Denker, a journalist and Lutheran minister, moderates a discussion with Jim Wallis of the Georgetown Center on Faith and Justice and Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about Christian Nationalism and other issues of faith and politics. A written version of this conversation was previously published at A Public Witness. Denker, author of Red State Christians: A…
138. Brian Kaylor & Beau Underwood on Baptizing America

Beau Underwood talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about the forthcoming book they co-authored, Baptizing America: How Mainline Protestants Helped Build Christian Nationalism. They also discuss changing U.S. demographics and how the book came together. Underwood previously appeared on episode 43. Save 33% on Baptizing America with the promo code "BApodcast" at chalicepress.com. Note: Don't…
137. Paul Raushenbush on Together We Rise

Paul Raushenbush, CEO and president of the Interfaith Alliance, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his book Together We Rise - An Easter Story for All of Us. He also discusses Jesus's teachings, visualizing the story, and interfaith work. He previously appeared on episode 74. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter…

‘Sorry, pastor, but….’

Thomas accepts leave from MBC

Politics in church? Just say, ‘No’

Barbara Shock passes away

Holmes finishes year as moderator

Unwise to cozy with candidates, parties

Benton confirmed to appeals court

Reflections on the 2004 SBC annual meeting

Marge Koehler dies

SBC requests seminary charter change

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