EDITOR’S NOTE: Once a month in 2020, The Pathway will examine a classic Hollywood retelling of a biblical story, compare it to the actual Word of God, and discuss its artistic merits. Viewed critically from a biblical worldview, the stretch of biblical epics from the 1940s, ‘50s and ‘60s can prompt discussion and appreciation for God’s truly magnificent story. To see all the Movie Club entries, visit www.mbcpathway.com/movieclub. The Movie Here we have an interesting selection for our … [Read more...]
MBCH trustees celebrate faith profession, generosity
BRIDGETON – The need to care for Missouri’s at-risk children and families doesn’t change during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the ministry and operations of the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home couldn’t stop either. Staff and caseworkers kept ministry rolling along with enhanced (and sometimes inconvenient) safety measures, and trustees met virtually April 28 to take care of the business side of things. It wasn’t a typical board meeting, but aside from a little chaos figuring out who seconded … [Read more...]
Mo. Baptists urged to consider mental health of church members, others in community
JEFFERSON CITY – Many of the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are obvious: empty parking lots, empty toilet paper or meat aisles, and ubiquitous masks. But though one other ripple effects remain hidden due to isolation, unemployment and lack of human contact, it may be even more vital for the church to recognize: mental health. Mental health among church members and others in the community is something churches need to consider, said Gaylon Moss, director of Disaster Relief for the … [Read more...]
Virtual celebrations – Baptist schools hail graduates online, reschedule in-person commencements
ST. LOUIS – Let no one say the class of 2020 didn’t have a memorable graduation. It may not have featured all the usual pomp and circumstance or the wails of bagpipes, but Baptist schools are finding ways to honor their seniors even though chapels and arena remain empty. Missouri Baptist University For example, Missouri Baptist University normally holds its commencement at the Family Arena in St. Charles. The in-person celebration has been pushed back to Nov. 13, but the school hosted a … [Read more...]
FBC Huntsville hosts online revival services
HUNTSVILLE – There’s something fitting about having an old-fashioned revival service married with the modern technology of living streaming. That’s what happened when First Baptist Church here hosted an online revival service six nights in a row in April on Facebook Live. Pastor John Rhodes never felt a clear direction from God about any one single preacher to invite, so he invited six preachers his congregation was familiar with to deliver the Word virtually, each from his own … [Read more...]
On the philosophy of being bored
JEFFERSON CITY – As of press time (we journalists love that phrase, don’t you know), I’ve watched 44 classic movies since I began sheltering in place (this journalist hates that phrase… just say “stay at home.”). I love movies, but I’m beginning to grow bored with my Stay at Home Film Festival. The situation, my friends, is growing dire. To be sure, a little cabin fever is preferable to the very literal, very real fever that might have spread even more if we weren’t all camping out at … [Read more...]
Being the Church: Missouri Baptists bless neighbors with groceries, gift cards, pizza
SCOTT CITY – As unemployment jumps and economic uncertainty rises, so does the anxiety of not knowing from where a family’s next meal might come. Countless Missouri Baptist Churches are making sure they take care of their communities during this time of increased need. Statewide Ministry In Raytown, Connection Point Church is giving out groceries and toilet paper to 80-100 families a week. First Baptist Church, Crane, partnered with their community to gather food, then they bagged them … [Read more...]
Churches assess finances as restrictions start to loosen
JEFFERSON CITY – It’s not yet clear exactly what impact the COVID-19 pandemic will have on churches’ bottom lines. Though unemployment and uncertainty cannot stop the gospel or ministry of the local church, it’s very possible belts will have to be tightened and some church budgets amended. “More than one economist is suggesting that as much as 25% of the economy was lost from the COVID pandemic,” said John Yeats, executive director of the Missouri Baptist Convention. “However, the … [Read more...]
‘Ten Commandments’ earns spot as Easter tradition
EDITOR’S NOTE: Once a month in 2020, The Pathway will examine a classic Hollywood retelling of a biblical story, compare it to the actual Word of God, and discuss its artistic merits. Viewed critically from a biblical worldview, the stretch of biblical epics from the 1940s, ‘50s and ‘60s can prompt discussion and appreciation for God’s truly magnificent story. To see all the Movie Club entries, visit www.mbcpathway.com/movieclub. The Movie I had one movie in mind when I pitched The … [Read more...]
‘I’ve never had anyone so excited about becoming a church member’ – FBC Sunrise Beach sees new members despite no physical church meetings
SUNRISE BEACH – Online services are not merely a stopgap option for churches that cannot meet together in-person. The Holy Spirit still moves. Case in point, First Baptist Church, Sunrise Beach. Pastor Brent McCune said the church has seen a decline in attendance for several years, but has suddenly seen growth during this time of imposed quarantine. A few families were considering joining the church when the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic caused most churches to shift to online … [Read more...]
Hannibal-LaGrange student leads online story time for children
COLUMBIA – When Sarah Hanson enrolled in her children’s literature course at Hannibal-LaGrange University this spring, she had no idea how God was preparing her. Now, with campus shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic and students continuing their classes online, Hanson, a sophomore early childhood education major, is putting her training to good use by leading an online story time three nights a week. She originally read a book every night, but with the public library closed, fears of … [Read more...]
Mask-making a vital ministry for churches
SALEM – Masks, masks and more masks. In Salem, the quilting ministry at First Baptist Church has shifted to masks, donating them to the local hospital. The same goes for seamstresses at First Baptist, Blue Springs, and at Salem Avenue in Rolla. Campers on Mission spent time at Laclede Baptist Camp sewing masks for Lebanon healthcare facilities. Even incoming Missouri Baptist University freshman Alex Nicoli has spent his days stuck at home productively, completing 1,000 masks for his local … [Read more...]
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