EDITOR’S NOTE: This article includes additional staff reporting. ST. CHARLES – In his annual address to the Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC), Oct. 24, MBC Executive Director John Yeats presented five organizations/institutions actively serving Missouri Baptist churches. He also called Missouri Baptists to greater holiness. First, Yeats thanked and congratulated The Pathway for its dedication and commitment to accurate, biblically-based, Christ-centered journalism during the past 20 … [Read more...]
Worship reflects God’s mercy, grace at MBC annual meeting
ST. CHARLES –Music reflecting God’s mercy and grace filled the convention center during the Missouri Baptist Convention annual meeting here, Oct. 24-25. “We want to sing music biblically-rooted,” Jordon Cox, chair of the Fine Arts division at Missouri Baptist University (MBU), said. “We want to draw all back to Jesus.” The MBU SpiritWing and Chorale led the music for the Missouri Pastors’ Conference and the annual meeting. One of the worship numbers praised God in Spanish. “We … [Read more...]
Be people after God’s own heart, Nelson tells MBC messengers
ST. CHARLES – Missouri Baptist Convention president Jon Nelson challenged messengers and guests gathered for the MBC annual meeting here, Oct. 24, to focus on the heart. “That was the difference between Saul and David – the heart,” Nelson said, preaching from Acts 13:21. “Both sinned, but the difference was in the heart and not the actions.” In his address relating to the convention theme of “Reflecting Christ to a Watching World,” Nelson said it was important to determine why David … [Read more...]
Intentional evangelism the aim of church’s mission trip to Malawi
MANGOCHI, Malawi – A seven-member team, mainly from First Baptist Church, Cameron, spent part of September on an intentionally evangelistic mission trip to Malawi. “We didn’t go there to paint a room, or lead a Bible school. We went there to share the gospel,” said Terry Beasley, senior pastor. They left Kansas City, Sept. 12, arriving in Mangochi Malawi, Sept. 14, and returned to the states, Sept. 23. “Our church went to Malawi three years ago when Ken Gazaway was lead pastor. He … [Read more...]
More than 80 express desire to follow Christ at LIFE Outreach in Chillicothe
CHILLICOTHE – Not many people can say they have ridden a motorcycle for Jesus, let alone performed death-defying stunts in front of thousands and on international television to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ. However, those involved with the Missouri Baptist Convention’s (MBC) L.I.F.E Outreach initiative can. It was those same kinds of stunts – the motorcycles, BMX bikes, and skateboards – that the crowd of over fourteen hundred in Chillicothe witnessed, Sept. 28, in full force. … [Read more...]
Fire in Wooldridge destroys much of town, damages Baptist church
WOOLDRIDGE – A raging wildfire on Saturday, Oct. 22, swept into this Cooper County village, nearly destroying the community and severely damaging the Baptist church building. Wooldridge is a community of approximately 40 residents. The fire started in a nearby grain field, which was ignited by a malfunctioning combine. Fifteen to 20 buildings were destroyed or damaged by the fire, according to the Columbia Missourian newspaper. The Wooldridge Baptist Church was damaged, but officials … [Read more...]
Shoal Creek churches join hands for revival
SENECA – Five churches in the Shoal Creek Baptist Association partnered together to put on a week of revival services in their area during the last week of September. The churches included First Baptist Church, Seneca; Swars Prairie Baptist Church, Seneca; Bethany Baptist Church, Neosho; Belfast Baptist, Neosho, and Patterson Heights Baptist Church, Anderson. Throughout the week, five evangelists connected with the Missouri Baptist evangelists’ fellowship rotated from church to church to … [Read more...]
Leaders trained to bring hope and renewal
KANSAS CITY – This summer’s busyness of camps, vacation Bible school, and even members on vacation claims the attention of most Missouri Baptist churches. While continuing to work on revitalizing churches, Resound Network also takes this summer opportunity to develop future church leaders. “We had 5 students with the Missouri Baptist Convention’s collegiate intern program,” says Brandon Moore, Resound Network director. “The really unique thing is that they get paired with a strong church, … [Read more...]
Half of pastors say the economy is hurting their church
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Individuals aren’t the only ones facing consequences of inflation and other negative economic factors in the U.S., as many pastors say their churches are being harmed as well. A Lifeway Research study of U.S. Protestant pastors found 52% say the current economy is having a negative impact on their churches. For 40%, the economic circumstances aren’t having any effect. Fewer than 1 in 10 pastors (7%) say the current economy is a positive factor for their churches. The … [Read more...]
Disaster Relief volunteers ‘rebuild’ homes affected by Hayti tornado
HAYTI HEIGHTS – On the evening of Dec. 12, 2021, a devastating EF4 tornado ripped through the small Bootheel town of Hayti Heights in southern Missouri’s Pemiscot County. The giant wedge tornado began its destruction in Jonesboro, Ark. and made its way more than 260 miles to western Kentucky. Although much of its path scoured wide open fields, the December tornado did leave survivors reeling in Hayti with damages to their homes. Tom Malott, whose primary job with MODR is to oversee one of … [Read more...]
MBC releases new children’s book on CP
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Baptist Convention, through its High Street Press publishing imprint, has just released a new resource that helps children learn about the Cooperative Program (CP). Let’s Share! is a 16-page booklet that teaches grade schoolers about CP, which funds Southern Baptist mission work in Missouri, across North America, and around the world. Featuring stories, puzzles, and quizzes, Let’s Share! is an excellent resource for Sunday school, VBS, and other activities … [Read more...]
Marshall to be guest speaker at Ministry Wives Luncheon
ST. CHARLES – The Missouri Baptist Convention’s (MBC) Ministry Wives Luncheon is scheduled to take place during the MBC annual meeting here, Oct. 25. The luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m. in the Junior Ballroom at the St. Charles Convention Center. The theme for the conference is “Faithful Endurance in Ministry." Glenna Marshall of Practical Shepherding will lead in worship and speak at the luncheon. Registration for the luncheon costs $20 per person. Childcare is available. To register for … [Read more...]
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