- Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 May 15, 2024

Explore the Bible: May 19

May 15, 2024

Reconcile • Genesis 45:1-15 By Laura Lee Leathers The seven years of abundant harvests produced so much grain that Joseph “stopped measuring it. It was…

Bible Studies for Life: May 19

Bible Studies for Life: May 19

May 15, 2024

Minor in number, major in praise: Senior Adult Choir Festival lifts spirits despite dwindled choirs

Kris Smith, director of Worship Ministries of the Mississippi Baptist Convention Board, addresses the crowd at the Senior Adult Choir Festival on May 7 at Meadow Grove Church, Brandon. (Photo credit: Lindsey Williams)

Minor in number, major in praise: Senior Adult Choir Festival lifts spirits despite dwindled choirs

May 15, 2024

FIRST PERSON: Ready to make a true difference? Here are 10 steps we all can do

Rash (Photo credit: Sam Evans/The Baptist Paper)

FIRST PERSON: Ready to make a true difference? Here are 10 steps we all can do

May 14, 2024

Mississippi Baptist churches see major growth in baptisms, other ministry areas

Mississippi Baptist churches see major growth in baptisms, other ministry areas

May 14, 2024

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).