Posts published in “SBC”

LifeWay transfers Ridgecrest to foundation that makes commitment to continue Christian mission

LifeWay transfers Ridgecrest to foundation that makes commitment to continue Christian mission

January 8, 2021

NASHVILLE (BP and local reports) — LifeWay Christian Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention in Nashville has finalized the sale of Ridgecrest Conference Center and…

LifeWay donates 30,000 Bibles for Venezuelans during effort to place Gospel where needed in struggling country

LifeWay Christian Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention and a local Venezuelan ministry distributed 30,000 Bibles last summer in the beleaguered South American country. A total of 2,000 churches in 19 of the country’s states overcame economic and logistical obstacles to fulfill the ministry’s goals. (LifeWay photo)

LifeWay donates 30,000 Bibles for Venezuelans during effort to place Gospel where needed in struggling country

December 21, 2020

FIRST PERSON: A letter from IMB President Paul Chitwood

FIRST PERSON: A letter from IMB President Paul Chitwood

December 11, 2020

ERLC issues apology, explanation regarding Amicus Brief

ERLC issues apology, explanation regarding Amicus Brief

December 9, 2020

ERLC declares in federal court that ‘hierarchy’ governs SBC churches

ERLC declares in federal court that ‘hierarchy’ governs SBC churches

December 4, 2020

Dead Sea Scrolls exhibition
arrives at Museum of the Bible
WASHINGTON (BP) — Dead Sea Scroll fragments and hundreds of other artifacts will be on display starting Nov. 22 at the Museum of the Bible’s “Dead Sea Scrolls: The Exhibition,” brought in partnership with the Israel Antiquities Authority. “The exhibition provides an extraordinary window into the life and faith of ancient Israel, Jewish faith practices and the early Christian church,” said Carlos Campo, CEO of Museum of the Bible. “Visitors will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore scroll fragments and historic artifacts that prove the integrity of Scripture over centuries.” Three rotations of scroll fragments will make their way through the museum, taking place from November to February, February to May, and May to September.

ERLC releases practical
guide addressing AI
NASHVILLE (BP) — The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) has released a new practical guide for churches on the topic of ministry in the age of artificial intelligence. The free guide, titled “The Work of Our Hands: Christian Ministry in the Age of Artificial Intelligence,” offers real-life scenarios and information about how Christians should leverage emerging technologies in ways that honor God’s design and uphold a biblical worldview. Jason Thacker, director of the ERLC’s research institute and senior fellow for life and other bioethical issues, served as the primary author of the guide.