JEFFERSON CITY – In a culture that increasingly challenges the truths of Christianity, Missouri Baptists have a resource many of them don't know exists — a statewide network of skilled apologists ready to help churches defend the Christian faith. The Missouri Baptist Apologetics Network (MBAN) is a group of church leaders committed to equipping believers to share their faith more effectively. Led by Rob Phillips, associate executive director of the Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC), the … [Read more...]
Missouri Missions Offering tops $950,000
JEFFERSON CITY – Receipts for the 2025 Rheubin L. South Missouri Missions Offering (MMO) topped $950,000, as Missouri Baptists gave generously to state mission projects ranging from foster care to disaster relief. MMO receipts in 2025, which are disbursed in 2026, totaled $952,530, outpacing the goal of $800,000 and reaching the third-highest level since MMO was introduced in 1985. Last year’s record of $1,072,207 was aided by an estate gift of $136,000. Receipts in 2025 marked the 13th … [Read more...]
Tichenor brings academic, philosophical perspectives to MBC apologetics network
WALNUT SHADE – Vincent Tichenor, the newest member of the Missouri Baptist Apologetics Network (MBAN), is a medical doctor with a family practice in Walnut Shade. He also works urgent care in addition to running his own practice. He brings the perspective of medical science to the defense of the Christian faith, alongside the varied expertise of his 23 fellow apologists. As people wrestle with issues such as abortion and gender identity, Tichenor brings biblical, academic, and … [Read more...]
Annual prayer service for Missouri government leaders set for Jan. 7
JEFFERSON CITY – Lawmakers and citizens will gather for what has become a Jefferson City tradition when Concord Baptist Church, in partnership with the Missouri Baptist Convention’s (MBC) Christian Life Commission, hosts its annual Prayer Service for Missouri Government Leaders, Jan. 7, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. The featured speaker for the prayer service is Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) President Wesley Vance, who serves as executive pastor at Crossway Baptist Church in … [Read more...]
Mission team discovers what blessings ‘loom ahead’ during trip in Moldova
MOLDOVA – Missouri Baptist church members couldn’t imagine what blessings “loomed ahead” for them when they recently went on mission to the east European nation of Moldova. “Most people you ask will not even know there is a country called Moldova, and for sure where it is,” Keith Vawter, director of missions for the Wright-Douglas-Ozark Baptist Association and Denty County Association, wrote in a report about the mission trip. “Moldova is surrounded on three sides by Ukraine and on the … [Read more...]
MBC Credentials Committee Task Force releases report on office of pastor
BRANSON, Mo. – A task force of Missouri Baptist Convention's (MBC) Credentials Committee has released a written report on the "office of the pastor, specifically as it relates to a woman's role in ministry." The report was released ahead of the MBC annual meeting in Branson, Oct. 27-28, where the task force will present their findings to messengers. Watch the video below, featuring MBC president Wesley Vance and task force chairman Brian Jump, to learn more. Then follow the link at the … [Read more...]
‘Resilient Hope’: Women in Ministry Luncheon scheduled for Oct. 28
BRANSON – The Missouri Baptist Convention’s 2025 Ministry Wives Luncheon is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 11:30am in the St. Charles Convention Center here. The luncheon’s theme is “Resilient Hope: Standing Steadfast in Faith and Purpose for the Glory of God.” The special guest speaker is Dr. Kelly King. The luncheon costs $25, and registration is required. Childcare is available for this event. Learn more and register at https://mobaptist.org/annual-meeting/ministry-wives-luncheon/. … [Read more...]
Croteau to speak at MBC apologetics network event during annual meeting
BRANSON, Mo. – Ed Croteau is the featured speaker at a special event Oct. 26 preceding the Missouri Baptist Convention annual meeting in Branson. Croteau will address the topic, “Does God have a clear plan for the nation of Israel, distinct from the church?” The Missouri Baptist Apologetics Network (MBAN) is hosting the event, which runs from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in Taneycomo B of the Branson Hilton Convention Center. The event is free of charge and open to the public. MBAN is a network … [Read more...]
Missouri Baptist Pastors’ Conference set Monday, Oct. 27
BRANSON – Missouri Baptists will gather in Branson on Monday morning and early afternoon, Oct. 27, for their annual Pastors’ Conference. The conference begins at 8:30 a.m., in the Branson Convention Center. Featuring several keynote speakers, as well as a luncheon, the Missouri Baptist Pastors’ Conference takes place immediately before the Missouri Baptist Convention annual meeting. Registration is required for the luncheon. To learn more or to register for the Pastors’ Conference … [Read more...]
MBC to celebrate 100 years of CP in October
JEFFERSON CITY – This year, Missouri Baptists have joined Southern Baptists across the country in celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Cooperative Program. As the celebration reaches its crescendo at the MBC Annual Meeting in Branson Oct. 27-28, Missouri Baptists have a unique opportunity to recognize their legacy of generosity by celebrating the entire month, with a focus on national CP Day, Oct. 5. When Missouri Baptists give to their churches, they provide foster homes for children, … [Read more...]
MBC to host Oct. 27 dinner for bi-vocational pastors
BRANSON – Executive Director Wes Fowler and the staff of the Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) are hosting a dinner for bi-vocational pastors and their wives, Oct. 27, during the MBC Annual Meeting in Branson. The dinner begins at 5 p.m. in the Taneycomo A&B ballroom of the Branson Hilton Convention Center. It features a welcome and “thank you” message from Fowler, as well as gifts for each pastor and his wife. “I am so grateful for the ministry of bi-vocational pastors across our … [Read more...]
MMO supports collegiate ministries, Disaster Relief
JEFFERSON CITY – The Rheubin L. South Missouri Missions Offering supports more than two dozen ministries in Missouri. This year’s theme is taken from Ephesians 2:10: “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared ahead of time for us to do.” Following are two short stories about how the gifts of Missouri Baptists support missions projects throughout the Show Me State. Developing gospel-centered relationships: Collegiate interns and … [Read more...]
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