Cold Temps Open Doors to Minister to Homeless
DALLAS (BP) -- A homeless man lay frozen to death within eyesight of Cornerstone Baptist Church in South Dallas as record-breaking cold temperatures befell much of
Church’s Firewood Ministry Helps Families Stay Warm
BLAIRSVILLE, Ga. (BP) -- In the mountains of north Georgia, volunteers at Antioch Baptist Church work year-round on a unique ministry -- providing firewood to those
Cookie Ministry Provides Comfort
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (BP) -- The simplicity of a single homemade cookie. Could it be a source of sustenance for those mourning the death of a
Good Works of Churches Often Go Unnoticed
(RNS) — At least half of Americans realize that churches feed and clothe the poor but far fewer are aware of
Senior adult ministries key to church’s future
Thanks to medical advancements — along with some other factors — people are living longer.
For those 85 and older, the expected number will more than triple. Because of this increased lifespan, churches will likely find a growing number of senior adults in their communities.
Unique three-pastor team leads innovation in ministry
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Two women and a man. The phrase might conjure snippets from the old television sitcom, “Three’s Company” — but at Englewood Baptist Church in
Renovation opens ministry options at two churches
Members of Second Baptist Church in Lincoln, Neb., and First Baptist Church in Columbia, Mo., wanted to create space to meet congregational needs. In both cases, renovation of the
Stearman heads to new ministry in NYC
Scott Stearman is passionate about urban ministry, social justice, human rights and believers’ role in making a kingdom difference on earth. Kirkwood, Mo., has benefitted from that passion. Now New York will.
Connect giving, ministry to kingdom living
Churches must focus on thriving, rather than surviving or simply meeting budget goals.
Southeast Mo. State BSC celebrates 75 years of ministry
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A worship service and banquet on Nov. 6 marked the 75th anniversary of the Baptist Student Center at Southeast Missouri State University — a ministry started in an imperfect time