- Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 February 4, 2022

Medical marijuana in Mississippi now a certainty

Medical marijuana in Mississippi now a certainty

February 4, 2022

By William PerkinsEditor Governor Tate Reeves announced Feb. 2 that he intends to sign the legislative bill making medical marijuana legal in Mississippi. “I have…

MAGNOLIA MINDS: The Best (and Only!) Alternative to Despair

MAGNOLIA MINDS: The Best (and Only!) Alternative to Despair

February 4, 2022

Bible Studies for Life: February 6

February 4, 2022

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February 4, 2022

McLaurin named interim head of SBC Executive Committee

TAKING THE HELM – William McLaurin, a vice president at the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee in Nashville, was tapped Feb. 1 to lead the committee while members search for a permanent replacement for Ronnie Floyd, who resigned in October. (Photo credit: Kentucky Today/Robin Cornetet)

McLaurin named interim head of SBC Executive Committee

February 3, 2022

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).