- Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 December 3, 2021

State fair evangelism outreach records professions of faith

SPECIAL MINISTRY — Hunter Tucker (left), student pastor at Good Hope Church, Richton, poses with volunteers from the church at the Mississippi Baptist Convention Board evangelism booth at the 2021 Mississippi State Fair in Jackson. Good Hope was one of several churches that sent volunteers to serve during the outreach effort.

State fair evangelism outreach records professions of faith

December 3, 2021

By Tony MartinAssociate Editor Mississippi Baptists took on an important ministry opportunity at the 2021 Mississippi State Fair in Jackson. For the first time, the…

Justices hear legal arguments on Mississippi abortion law

FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT — Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch addresses the pro-life rally outside the U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 1, the day the high court heard the state’s appeal in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization regarding Mississippi’s law banning abortions after 15 weeks gestation. (Photo credit: Baptist Press)

Justices hear legal arguments on Mississippi abortion law

December 2, 2021

EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK: What one little kitten taught me

EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK: What one little kitten taught me

December 2, 2021

Bible Studies for Life: December 5

December 2, 2021

Explore the Bible: December 5

December 2, 2021

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).