Rebecca St. James shines spotlight on Christ
A leading role in the pro-life movie Sarah’s Choice prompted Christian singer Rebecca St. James to support the work of crisis pregnancy centers
Rodeo training reaches students for Christ
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UNIONVILLE — On most days, the raucous cries of seasoned auctioneers fills the sale barn at the Putnam County Fairgrounds. But from June 9-12,
Rolla church reconnects to bring Christ’s grace to the community
A congregation once primarily recognized as a “university” church, attracting professors and students, is more often seen today as “the church committed to its community.”
Sports Crusaders reaches young people for Christ
Last year, 239 children professed faith in Christ. Not in a revival or a church program. In fact, many of these new believers had rarely been inside a church building. The kids came to know Christ through something they love — sports.
Seniors learn to live like Christ
Adults aged 55 and older from across the state learned about living for others at a fall retreat Sept. 21-23 at Windermere Baptist Conference Center. Sponsored by The Baptist Home, the retreat focused on the theme, "Christ-like Living for Others," based on Philippians 1:27.
Christ Memorial celebrates 50 years with its pastor
COOL VALLEY — Christ Memorial Baptist Church in suburban St. Louis pulled out the stops to celebrate Bill Little’s 50 years as the congregation’s pastor on May 31.
KidsHeart volunteers build homes, share Christ along Rio Grande
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Hunger relief: Christ’s mandate
A traveler stood at the counter of the airport terminal gift shop, ready to pay for a bag of Beanie Babies. His wife continued to gather more of the popular stuffed animals, shouting to the cashier, "Make that 11, make that 12," and finally,
Frank, Maxine Myers: 60 years of influencing others for Christ
By Bill Webb, Word&Way EditorWarrensburg — When Frank Myers quips to a congregation that he likes his coffee "mountain grown," he's not only stating his preference, he's recalling a career he left behind when God called him to preach.Frank was the assistant credit manager for
Advent 2005 devotional: Celebrate Christ with music
December 18, Luke 2:13-15 By Jim Hill, Baptist General Convention of Missouri Executive Director Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on