You know the story…”Well, when I was girl we had to walk 10 miles in the snow, etc etc etc” The stories many of us recall from our earlier days are meant to help others appreciate how difficult life was and how we persevered. Missionaries tell those sorts of stories. “When we were in Africa … Continue reading
Category Archives: 2010 General Assembly
Faith Mosaic
In the past two weeks I have had the opportunity to reflect upon this year’s General Assembly in Charlotte. The moment which has stuck with me most, was a message given by Bill Leonard at the Coordinating Council Dinner. Continue reading
But it’s a dry heat…and a good tired!
You know that phrase…in Charlotte this week, temperatures were in the high nineties every day. Walking back and forth from hotel to convention center was only two blocks but one which soaked my clothing. One friend invited me to come to the West and hold our assembly out there. I said, “Yeah, like it’s cooler out … Continue reading
What do your prayers look like?
As I sat down in the Westin’s ballroom this morning, preparing my heart for what I expected to be a quiet prayer retreat with speaker Lauren Winner, it was hard not to notice that each person in the room was distracted. We all giggled at the high-pitched screaming and laughing coming from the children next … Continue reading
BJC: Fighting for America’s Story
“Right now, we are fighting for the future narrative of America’s history,” explained William D. Underwood, President of Mercer University and keynote speaker for today’s Baptist Joint Committee luncheon. “The first amendment created for Americans a more robust religious environment than any other nation in the world. Why give that up for the dead, empty … Continue reading
Seminarians Seek Vision, Mentors at General Assembly
Natalie Johnston recently finished her second year as an M.Div. student at Baylor’s George W. Truett Theological Seminary with a mentoring internship at the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty in Washington, D.C. Last night, she gathered with other seminarians from around the country to fellowship and reflect upon their experiences so far at this … Continue reading
The most powerful weapon for changing the world
When Sheila Earl arrived in West Africa 30 years ago, she met children that had never seen a piece of written paper – yet they wanted to learn how to read. Sisters – one 82 and blind, one in her 70s and deaf wanted to learn how to read so badly that they worked out … Continue reading
Missouri church transformed by Scripture responds to poverty
“It’s changing our whole definition of church,” Arney said. “Church isn’t just what we do on Sunday.”
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Hot Topic: Human Trafficking
Did you know? – Human trafficking is the fastest growing form of international crime. – Approximately 27 million people around the world are enslaved. – In the U.S., it is estimated that 300,000 are victims of human trafficking. – Top states for human trafficking: California, New York, Texas, Florida and North Carolina. – Atlanta is … Continue reading
Disaster trailer is vehicle for involvement
The easiest way for a state CBF organization, or even a church to become involved in CBF Disaster Response efforts is to furnish a disaster relief trailer, which normally cost less than $10,000 to properly equip. Charles Ray, CBF Disaster Relief Coordinator, told attendees at the Thursday workshop to engage your passion, efforts such as … Continue reading