JEFFERSON CITY – New videos explain where CP dollars go The MBC has produced new videos that show how every dollar Missouri Baptists invest in the Cooperative Program is distributed throughout the state and around the world to transform lives and communities with the gospel. The videos complement new CP bulletin inserts that explain what the Cooperative Program is, how CP works, why Missouri Baptists should give through CP to support missions, and how the funds are disbursed. These … [Read more...]
Greenwood church gives to community
GREENWOOD – Fellowship Church used the first Saturday in May for another of their “Live to Bless” activities. On May 6, the church gave away thousands of brand new clothes, assisted by Garments of Praise ministry. In addition, they also gave away 48 haircuts and 36 oil changes, all for free. “The bottom line is this: Two years ago, our church began to consider what if they took Christ seriously (for loving their neighbor). We’re a legacy church going on six years when before we were … [Read more...]
Register now for MBC Golf Tourney
HARTSBURG – The Missouri Baptist Convention is hosting its 9th Annual Invitational Golf Tournament Sept. 22 at Eagle Knoll Golf Club in Hartsburg. The four-man scramble is limited to 20 teams. Cost is $65 per person, which includes 18 holes of golf, carts, driving range, lunch and dinner, gift bags and the opportunity to win door prizes. Three teams in each of three flights will win prizes. All players have an opportunity to win prizes for a hole in one on the course’s par-3 holes, … [Read more...]
Young ladies serve through Acteens
JEFFERSON CITY – Mission-minded young ladies have an opportunity to expound upon leadership opportunities offered through the WMU Acteens program. Most recently, two Acteens played a leadership role at Missions Celebration 2017, the Missouri WMU annual meeting. Up to three active Acteens are chosen each year to serve on the Missouri Acteen Council. Shannon Catron and Kayla Moore, each from Durham Baptist Church in the Mt.Salem/Wyaconda Association, have been chosen for the 2017-18 year. … [Read more...]
Lessons from 2015 floods proved useful in Eureka
EUREKA – Even before the waters receded in Eureka, the people of the town knew that the flood of April 2017 was going to be different than their experience just months ago in December of 2015. Michael Bagwell, co-regional coordinator for the East Central Region of the Missouri Baptist Disaster Relief and member of Central Baptist Church, said the main difference was preparation. “I knew the sandbagging did not work last time,” he said. “So, we decided to look at a more practical … [Read more...]
SBU confers 545 degrees
BOLIVAR (SBU) – Southwest Baptist University conferred 218 undergraduate and 198 graduate degrees during two ceremonies Saturday, May 20, on the Bolivar campus. Another 129 degrees were conferred Thursday, May 18, in Springfield, to graduates of the Mercy College of Nursing and Health Sciences of SBU. The 2017 recipients of the Life Beautiful Award are Michelle “Shellie” Austin and Aric Gooch, both of Bolivar. Austin graduated magna cum laude with a degree in web systems and design, with … [Read more...]
Update: Salem storm takes out FBC’s gym
SALEM – Severe storms May 27 damaged several homes and tore open the gym of First Baptist here, though no injuries have been reported and power has been restored to most of town. It has not been determined if the damage was the result of a tornado or straight-line winds. “I want to thank everyone so much for the outpouring of prayers in light of all the events at our church,” Pastor Michael York wrote on Facebook. “The storm damaged our building but God is strengthening our church. It … [Read more...]
Corticelli’s Asbury receives award
RUSSELLVILLE – Corticelli Baptist Church in Russellville was proud to award Brady Asbury with the AWANA Citation Award, Sunday night, April 30. This is the highest award that can be earned in the AWANA ministry which is committed to the belief that the greatest impact for Christ starts with kids who know, love and serve Him. A teenager earning the Citation Award must be a graduating senior. In completing the award requirements, the achiever will have memorized 836 verses, read the … [Read more...]
MBTS grads challenged to embrace folly of ministry
KANSAS CITY – Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary’s academic year concluded in celebratory fashion on May 12 as graduates, families, and friends gathered together in the Daniel Lee Chapel to observe the school’s 61st commencement exercises–launching theologically-trained gospel ministers into service. Comprising the school’s largest graduating class, 135 students graduated including three diplomas from the Midwestern Women’s Institute, 31 undergraduate, 82 graduate, and 19 doctoral … [Read more...]
MBTS luncheon set for June 14
PHOENIX (BP) – Alumni and friends of Southern Baptists' six seminaries will gather Wednesday, June 14, in Phoenix to hear updates from the campuses and renew friendships with classmates and seminary faculty and staff. The luncheons take place in conjunction with the SBC annual meeting here. Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and College will welcome alumni and friends to its annual luncheon in Room North 120B/C of the Phoenix Convention Center immediately following the SBC annual … [Read more...]
Missouri Baptists nominated to EC, entity trustee boards
NASHVILLE (BP) – Missouri Baptists are among those nominated by the 2017 SBC Committee on Nominations on the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee, and as trustees for the International Mission Board, North American Mission Board, LifeWay Christian Resources, GuideStone Financial Resources, the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission, and Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Nominees will serve if elected by the messengers to the annual meeting of the Southern Baptist … [Read more...]
HLGU celebrates spring commencement
HANNIBAL – Beautiful weather reflected the bright spirits of 200 graduates as they walked across the stage in ceremonial regalia to shake the hand of Hannibal-LaGrange University President, Dr. Anthony Allen, and receive their diplomas on Saturday, May 6. “This day marks the achievement of goals set long ago, met through diligent study and personal sacrifice. What a joy it is for me to see today many of your faces, remembering the time I shook your hand as you came through the arch,” … [Read more...]
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