Balancing Act: Economics, other factors push bivocational trend
Economic and other factors are driving a bivocational ministry trend. But bivos still juggle two jobs and family obligations.
African church in Columbia puts aside tribal differences
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Mediation ends between the MBC, four agencies
Mediation between the Missouri Baptist Convention and four formerly affiliated agencies has ended without a resolution. The primary issue — who would control those organizations — could not be settled.
Mizzou BSU team builds bridges in Cuba
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Unequally yoked? Navigating interfaith marriage
Not that long ago, many Baptist youth ministers warned students about the dangers of interdenominational dating. After all, it could lead to marrying a Methodist, and would a child from that home be sprinkled or immersed? Today, ministers to students are more likely to raise
Pastor offers matters for interfaith couples to consider
A Baptist pastor with experience in interfaith dialogue offers suggestions for couples considering marriage.
Passion for fitness leads Lacey to be an example at MBU
Missouri Baptist University President Alton Lacey recalls the day he became hooked on running and the steps that led him to become a fitness believer and now an advocate on the campus he leads.
Church, individual are the Holy Spirit’s ‘temple’
The body as the Holy Spirit's "temple" applies to individuals and to the congregation.
Faith Voices of Jefferson City stresses social justice at founding convention
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The hope for a better life for all Missourians — especially those whose circumstances have robbed them of dignity — is systemic change to open the American dream to everyone. “Claim the dream” repeatedly rang out at Quinn Chapel AME Church
MBC, four agencies continue mediation talks, ask for prayer
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Although they continue to disagree on a solution, representatives of the Missouri Baptist Convention and four formerly affiliated agencies have agreed to continue to talk about an end to litigation, now in its 12th year.