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

IN THE MARGINS: Letting go and pressing forward

IN THE MARGINS: Letting go and pressing forward

January 22, 2025

By Tony MartinEditor Let’s talk about the past for a minute — because it has a way of sticking around, doesn’t it? We’ve all been…

‘Discern’ addresses pressing need for more ministers

Students worship during the Discern conference Jan. 11 at Garaywa Camp & Conference Center in Clinton. (Photo credit: Ken Hall)

‘Discern’ addresses pressing need for more ministers

January 21, 2025

Explore the Bible: January 26

Explore the Bible: January 26

January 21, 2025

Bible Studies for Life: January 26

Bible Studies for Life: January 26

January 21, 2025

‘Such a blessing’: MS woman handwrites entire Bible in three-and-a-half years

Margurette Robison, 88, finished hand-copying the entire Bible on Jan. 14 after three-and-a-half years. (Photo credit: Tony Martin)

‘Such a blessing’: MS woman handwrites entire Bible in three-and-a-half years

January 18, 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).