- Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 May 26, 2021

Convention president calls Southern Baptists to fasting, prayer ahead of annual meeting

Convention president calls Southern Baptists to fasting, prayer ahead of annual meeting

May 26, 2021

NASHVILLE (BP and local reports) – Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) President J.D. Greear today began the first of three consecutive Wednesdays prior to the 2021…

SIMPLE TRUTH: The surest vaccine

SIMPLE TRUTH: The surest vaccine

May 24, 2021

As persecution of Christians around the world carries on, Southern Baptists to engage in special Day of Prayer

As persecution of Christians around the world carries on, Southern Baptists to engage in special Day of Prayer

May 24, 2021

Oklahoma’s Dilbeck tapped to replace retiring O.S. Hawkins at Guidestone

Oklahoma’s Dilbeck tapped to replace retiring O.S. Hawkins at Guidestone

May 24, 2021

LifeWay accepts offer for headquarters building in downtown Nashville

LifeWay accepts offer for headquarters building in downtown Nashville

May 20, 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).