- Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 September 25, 2025

Mississippi church preschooler’s ‘Mr. Bubba dress-a-like’ video goes viral

Bubba Cagle, facilities manager at First Church, Clinton, poses with his look-a-like, a 4-year-old at the church's preschool who dressed like Cagle Sept. 19 on "Dress As What You Want To Be When You Grow Up Day." (Submitted photo)

Mississippi church preschooler’s ‘Mr. Bubba dress-a-like’ video goes viral

September 25, 2025

CLINTON, Miss. (BP) — Ask First Church, Clinton, preschoolers about their professional aspirations and you’ll get the gamut from Power Rangers, Cinderella, veterinarians, Mr. Bubba…

IN THE MARGINS: Forgiving the unforgivable

IN THE MARGINS: Forgiving the unforgivable

September 25, 2025

WRAP-UP: SBC Executive Committee takes up messenger motions

The SBC Executive Committee met Sept. 22-23 at the BNA Hilton in Nashville. (Photo credit: Brandon Porter)

WRAP-UP: SBC Executive Committee takes up messenger motions

September 24, 2025

Representative of ‘Manhood Journey’ inspires churches to encourage, equip fathers

The Mississippi Baptist Convention Board’s 2025 Equipping Leaders conference was held at Brandon Church, Brandon, Aug. 22-23. (Photo credit: Bart Lambright)

Representative of ‘Manhood Journey’ inspires churches to encourage, equip fathers

September 23, 2025

Explore the Bible: September 28

Explore the Bible: September 28

September 23, 2025

Kirk Kirkland named
director of Lifeway Worship
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Lifeway Christian Resources announced this week that Kirk Kirkland will step into the role of director of Lifeway Worship on Dec. 1. “We are overjoyed to welcome Kirk to the team at Lifeway,” said Joe Walker, interim Lifeway president. “Kirk’s experience in music ministry, his understanding of Lifeway’s culture and mission, and his ability to relate to worship leaders and music industry leaders uniquely qualify him for this role. His heart for worship, deep pastoral sensitivity, and creative leadership make him an incredible addition to our team.” Kirkland comes to Lifeway from Judson Baptist Church, where he has been serving as minister of music and worship and minister of pastoral counseling since 2008. He is a singer, recording artist, Grammy-nominated songwriter, ordained minister and professional counselor. He has been involved in concert ministry and church music ministry for over 30 years. He previously served at Lifeway as music events coordinator (1998-2004) and as a songwriter for lifewayworship.com (2010-2019).