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Restoring the professions: Kintsugi leadership initiative takes root
The inaugural Doctor of Educational Ministry in Professional Leadership cohort gathered at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville for the intensive on-campus portion of its first seminar with Dr. Timothy Paul Jones (center) in July. (Photo credit: Russell Roberts)

Restoring the professions: Kintsugi leadership initiative takes root

August 28, 2026

By Russell Roberts TUPELO, Miss. — Several months ago, readers of “The Baptist Record” were introduced to a question that increasingly confronts Christian professionals: How…

Blackwell commits to ‘come alongside’ church leaders as Lifeway’s new president
At his installation as Lifeway’s 11th president, Ryan Blackwell thanked his parents and held up the first Bible they gave him. He said he was excited to lead the organization because he was a product of what he’s been entrusted to lead, individuals participating in and resources designed for discipleship. (Photo credit: Bailey Watley)

Blackwell commits to ‘come alongside’ church leaders as Lifeway’s new president

August 26, 2026