Antioch Baptist reaches academic community in Boston and around the world
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (BP) – The world-class academic environment of Boston has proved fertile soil for Antioch Baptist Church to grow a congregation full of college students, graduate students and those with advanced degrees. But even more than initials after names, you’ll find a passion in hearts to live as disciples of Jesus.
First Vietnamese congregation to affiliate with BCNE ordains first pastor
QUINCY, Mass. (BP) – Growing up during the final decade of the Vietnam War, Hồng Đức Phạm never dreamed that one day he would leave Vietnam, relocate to the United States and become a Baptist minister.
Maine pastor and African immigrant reaching those on the margins
PORTLAND, Maine (BP) – Known for lobsters, cobblestone streets and an iconic lighthouse, Portland is not generally considered a hub for immigrants. But according to the Maine Immigrants’ Rights Coalition, America’s “Vacationland” of Maine is home to 87,200 immigrants and refugees, including asylum seekers and undocumented people of all ages – some 24,000 of whom live in metro Portland.
