More teens see the negatives of social media, but not ready to quit just yet
NASHVILLE (BP) – Although a recent Pew Research study says more teens are becoming aware of the negative effects of social media, that doesn’t mean they’re ready for anything resembling a large-scale break from it.
Kentucky pastor’s book aims to make BF&M ‘more digestible’
PAINTSVILLE, Ky. – A Kentucky Baptist pastor has penned a question-and-answer book about the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 to encourage other pastors and teach church members more about the contents of Southern Baptists’ statement of faith.
Brandon Heath’s new album reaching out to Deaf community
Contrary to what many think, people in the Deaf community love music. However, the lyrics can be hard for many deaf people to understand without being interpreted into American Sign Language — and most aren’t.
FROM THE SEMINARIES: Faculty hires at Gateway, SBTS; Georgia Hispanic For the Church conference
Josh Mathews new Gateway associate dean; Ryan Lister, David Haines join Boyce College; Nearly 200 Hispanic leaders trained at Georgia 'For the Church' conference.
Where wars in Ukraine, Gaza stand 100 days into Trump administration
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ahead of his second go-around in the White House, President Donald Trump spoke with certainty about ending Russia's war in Ukraine in the first 24 hours of his new administration and finding lasting peace from the devastating 18-month conflict in Gaza.
Southern Baptist ‘Class of 2024’ church plants the result of multiplication
ATLANTA – After seeing a church advertised on social media, a recently divorced father happened into All Grace Church in Atlanta with his two daughters. All Grace wasn’t the church he’d seen online, but it turned out to be the one he needed. “He was like, ‘I’m kinda starting over in life right now, and […]
‘A space to grow’: Maryland church planter answers call to reach African diaspora
LAUREL, Md. (BP) — Temidayo Akinsanya wasn't planning to start a church. The engineer-turned-seminary student envisioned serving an existing congregation through his ministry calling.
FROM THE SEMINARIES: MBTS celebrates faculty milestones, commissions mission teams
Sena, Hadaway to retire; Achucarro named director of Spanish Studies; Fusion program at commissions 13 teams for overseas service.
FIRST-PERSON: A tribute to Dr. Keith Harper
Dr. Keith Harper entered into the presence of his King and Savior on April 23, 2025, following a ten-month battle with cancer. During his long ministry as a professor, he distinguished himself as a respected historian, devoted mentor, dear friend, and faithful servant of our Lord Jesus Christ. His passing leaves a noticeable absence in the lives of those who knew him – a quiet that settles deep, missing the vibrant voice of a teacher, mentor, colleague and friend. His was a voice full of encouragement, insight, curiosity and no shortage of dry humor and timely sarcasm.
Ancient mosaic’s connection to Council of Nicaea still relevant, NOBTS archeologist says
NASHVILLE (BP) – New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Professor Jim Parker sees a recently-uncovered proclamation from early Christians as very much a current mandate for today’s believers.
