- Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 August 28, 2025

Equipping Leaders Weekend delivers Gospel-centered tools to strengthen church outreach

Equipping Leaders Weekend, August 22–23, at Brandon Church in Brandon. (Photo credit: Bart Lambright)

Equipping Leaders Weekend delivers Gospel-centered tools to strengthen church outreach

August 28, 2025

By Lindsey WilliamsWriting Specialist BRANDON — On Aug. 22–23 at Brandon Baptist Church, the Equipping Leaders Weekend left a lasting mark on many ministries. Leaders…

IN THE MARGINS: When Cracker Barrel changed its logo (and changed it back)

(Photo credit: Shutterstock.com/Kit Leong)

IN THE MARGINS: When Cracker Barrel changed its logo (and changed it back)

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FIRST-PERSON: 6 reasons I still believe in the Cooperative Program

FIRST-PERSON: 6 reasons I still believe in the Cooperative Program

August 26, 2025

2025 Annual Convention Update: A New Location, the Same Mission

2025 Annual Convention Update: A New Location, the Same Mission

August 26, 2025

Explore the Bible: August 31

Explore the Bible: August 31

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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).