- Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 December 20, 2024

It takes a special kind of secretary to keep a church family together for 62 years

It takes a special kind of secretary to keep a church family together for 62 years

December 20, 2024

By Kim HendersonWORLD News Group Sue Nell McMillan was barely 28 when First Church, Mendenhall, hired her as church secretary in 1962. John F. Kennedy…

California baker in court again in fight to follow Christian beliefs in work

Cathy Miller, owner of Tastries bakery in Bakersfield, Calif., is fighting in a California state court for the right to refuse business that conflicts with her religious beliefs. (Photo credit: Becket Law)

California baker in court again in fight to follow Christian beliefs in work

December 19, 2024

IN THE MARGINS: The joy of serving others

IN THE MARGINS: The joy of serving others

December 18, 2024

In new post, Iorg sees grassroots passion, commitment among Southern Baptists

SBC Executive Committee president Jeff Iorg (Photo credit: Brandon Porter)

In new post, Iorg sees grassroots passion, commitment among Southern Baptists

December 17, 2024

Explore the Bible: December 22

Explore the Bible: December 22

December 17, 2024

Wisconsin Baptists extend
prayers to those affected
by Madison school shooting
MADISON, Wis. (BP) — A shooting at a Christian school that left three dead, including the shooter, has prompted calls for prayer by local churches. “My heart is breaking right now,” Pastor Bob Ray of East Madison Baptist Church began in an email this afternoon to his congregation. “… Pray for God’s healing power for those who have been wounded, for God’s comfort, for families who have lost loved ones, and for all the students, staff, and families who have been traumatized.” Ray’s wife, Carla, teaches at a nearby public school and has at least two coworkers whose children attend Abundant Life Christian School. “I am also sure many of you know families who have been directly affected,” he wrote. In addition to the three deceased, six more were injured. It is believed the shooter was a student at the school.