- Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 July 22, 2025

Bible Studies for Life: July 27

July 22, 2025

The importance of character • 2 Peter 1:1-11 By Becky Brown Being assured from our last two lessons of the eternal security of the believer, we…

Louisiana pastor fired from library job for refusing to use preferred pronouns

Tony Perkins, president of the Family Research Council, introduces Luke Ash, pastor of Stevendale Baptist Church, Baton Rouge, to a crowd of pastors and elected officials attending a breakfast in Baton Rouge on July 17. (Photo credit: Peyton Robert)

Louisiana pastor fired from library job for refusing to use preferred pronouns

July 22, 2025

Super Summer’s eternal impact lasts beyond weeklong camp

More than 1000 participants gathered for Super Summer on the campus of Mississippi College in Clinton July 8-12. (Photo credit: Brandon Allen)

Super Summer’s eternal impact lasts beyond weeklong camp

July 18, 2025

Lifeway trustees begin search for new president, name interim CEO

Joe Walker will serve as interim president of Lifeway Christian Resources, trustees decided in a special-called meeting July 15. (Photo credit: Lifeway)

Lifeway trustees begin search for new president, name interim CEO

July 17, 2025

IN THE MARGINS: ‘I’ve Got Your Back’

IN THE MARGINS: ‘I’ve Got Your Back’

July 16, 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).