By Ashleigh Bugg In various faith circles, the term “living in intentional community” is a buzz phrase akin to “being missional” or “doing life together.” But what does the practice actually entail? And are Christians called to do it? For many in the United States, the idea of living with intention in the communities they serve can be … Continue reading
By Mark Wingfield We believe in the power of cooperative missions. We believe this so much that we want every church and individual affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship to understand what a tremendous opportunity we now face in these last months of 2016. Now more than ever, our gifts to CBF’s Offering for Global … Continue reading
By Jay Lynn There’s an inherent chaos to theme parks. Spending a day at Disney World, you can expect to see long lines, families rushing from one attraction to the next in an effort to “do it all,” unruly kids, frustrated parents, and something vying for your attention and wallet at every turn. However, … Continue reading
The following is a news release from CBF partner organization Together for Hope Arkansas. Together for Hope Arkansas (TFHAR) is excited to announce Janee’ Tisby as its new director. A native of Grandview, Missouri, Janee’ comes to TFHAR after several years working with Teach for America Mississippi, most recently as Chief of Staff. A 2006 … Continue reading
September 23, 2016 By Aaron Weaver DECATUR, Ga. — In the wake of the recent tragedies in Tulsa, Okla., and Charlotte, N.C., and other cities across the nation, Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Executive Coordinator Suzii Paynter released the following reflection: “There is no margin for the violence and shootings of unarmed people that are plaguing our … Continue reading
September 23, 2016 By Aaron Weaver DECATUR, Ga. — Prayer, updates from the mission field, discussions on church engagement and reflections on the 25th Anniversary General Assembly were the focus Thursday at the fall meeting of the Missions Council of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. CBF Global Missions Coordinator Steven Porter reflected on the 2016 General Assembly … Continue reading
By Carolyn Staley Make a difference to a Mississippi Delta town in just a minute using social media? Our grandson, Freeman, was born with a rare syndrome last spring and lived only 10 months. We couldn’t have loved him more, and we’re grateful for several weeks with him at home. He loved the outdoors and … Continue reading
