By Co’Relous Bryant, senior pastor at United Church of Lincoln, Va. When the logic of this world fails to offer a cogent explanation of what the heck is going on. I turn to divine interrogatories for relief. I have developed a bold posture of asking God to provide answers for the growing incongruence of how … Continue reading
By Laura Stephens Reed “I didn’t know about that [congregational event or decision].” This sentence is a dagger to the heart of anyone who has ever spent a long time writing a church newsletter article, made an announcement in worship, or posted meticulously crafted graphics about that very thing on social media. And yet, this … Continue reading
By Chris Aho Do you remember those Head and Shoulders shampoo commercials from the 1980s? A woman points out her friend’s dandruff and encourages her to use the shampoo. Her friend, confused, asks, “How do you know all this? You don’t have dandruff.” The woman responds, “Exactly.” The implication is that her scalp is healthy … Continue reading
Following the Star Advent devotion will begin December 1st Below is a press release from CBF-partner Passport Inc. Following the Star, the devotional series for Advent and Christmas returns to d365.org, starting on December 1st. This series features scripture, prayer, and meditative thoughts accompanied by gentle music. This year’s writers are active members of our … Continue reading
By Sandra Dorsainvil and Kristin McAtee Many of us recall the first years of adulting where the world was ablaze with possibilities. It was also full of anxiety as we worked to discern which opportunities to follow. The StudentServe program has been a wonderful place for young adult Baptists to consider the opportunities of mission … Continue reading
The following is a press release from CBF-partner Baptist History & Heritage Society. TUCKER, Ga. — Who is your Baptist hero? The Baptist History & Heritage Society (BHHS) announced today a free e-book and teaching resource highlighting the stories of Baptist heroes spanning the 415-year history of the Baptist tradition. Portraits of Courage: Stories of … Continue reading
By CBF Communications CBF Global Missions Coordinator Laura Ayala completed a transformative visit to South Texas’ Rio Grande Valley from Aug. 15-17, laying the groundwork for a deeper and more impactful presence along the U.S.-Mexico border. “I am deeply humbled by the many expressions of love, care, kindness and solidarity that CBF’s Global Migration Advocate, … Continue reading
By Gennady Podgaisky, CBF Field Personnel When he and his family came to our home Bible study group 10 years ago, Bogdan was a 16-year-old. It happened that he had the same name and was the same age as my oldest son Bogdan. Often, he was the only child/teenager in our weekly home Bible study … Continue reading
By Kristen Thomason When members of First Baptist Church, Rome, Ga., saw the devastation from Hurricane Helene, they knew they needed to act. The Missions Committee, headed by Julie McCormick, decided on a multi-pronged approach to meet the needs of those impacted by the storm. “We wanted to respond in as many ways as we … Continue reading
30 de octubre de 2024 Por Lauren Lamb y Aaron Weaver DECATUR, Georgia – En colaboración con CBF Florida y las Islas del Caribe y el liderazgo de las Iglesias Bautistas de Cuba Oriental, Respuesta a Desastres de CBF ha destinado 20.000 dólares para proporcionar asistencia de emergencia a fin de ayudar a los que … Continue reading