JEFFERSON CITY – The MBC is hosting its 8th Annual Invitational Golf Tournament Sept. 16 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, including a new car for a … [Read more...]
MBTS grads charged to ‘finish well’
KANSAS CITY (BP) – As Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary’s academic year concluded May 13 with its 59th commencement exercises, Jason Allen urged graduates to not merely finish their ministry work, but finish well. “My desire is not for you to limp across the ministry finish line; rather, aspire to finish well, having faithfully pursued and faithfully completed God’s call on your life,” the seminary president told graduates, families and friends. In all, 120 students graduated … [Read more...]
Key terms in the MBC’s reorientation
JEFFERSON CITY – As scholar in residence for the Missouri Baptist Convention, Dr. Bill Victor serves under the direction of Executive Director Dr. John Yeats to help implement a multi-year effort to reorient the MBC staff around a restated vision and mission. The vision of the MBC missionary staff is: “Transforming lives and communities with the gospel.” The mission for all MBC missionaries is: “Cooperating with Missouri Baptists to make disciples, multiply churches, and develop … [Read more...]
Hundreds pray after Graham rally
JEFFERSON CITY – Hundreds of Missourians gathered for prayer in the Rotunda of the Missouri State Capitol following Franklin Graham’s Decision America rally, May 17. John Jones, pastor of Cadet Baptist Church, drove to the Franklin Graham rally not only with his wife and young children, but also with roughly 20 “prayer warriors” from his church. The group arrived late at the Graham rally because of a traffic jam caused by an car accident on their way to Jefferson City. But they were glad … [Read more...]
More than 200 graduate at HLGU
HANNIBAL (HLGU) – Beautiful weather reflected the bright spirits of more than 200 graduates as they walked across the stage in ceremonial regalia to shake the hand of HLGU’s President, Dr. Anthony Allen, and receive their diplomas on Saturday, May 7. Among this year’s graduates was the first class to complete HLGU’s new Master of Arts in Leadership degree. “Today’s events are celebratory and serve to mark the beginning of the rest of your life,” said Anthony Allen, HLGU President, as he … [Read more...]
6,700 flock to Jeff City despite rain
JEFFERSON CITY – Steady rain and temperatures dipping into the 40s might throw a wet blanket on most outdoor events, but not this one. An estimated 6,700 people from across denominational lines huddled under umbrellas on the chilly, soggy south lawn of Missouri’s Capitol May 17 as Franklin Graham called them to repentance and political engagement. “I have no hope in the Democratic party,” Graham said. “I have no hope in the Republican party. The only hope for this country is Almighty God. … [Read more...]
Missouri Baptist University’s Title IX exemption at risk
ST. LOUIS – Missouri Baptist University’s application for exemption from Title IX has been questioned by the U.S. Department of Education because of the actions it took in 2001 to separate from the Missouri Baptist Convention. Religious schools and colleges may request an exemption from Title IX if they hold sincere religious convictions about sex or gender and if the school is owned and controlled by a church or religious denomination. In a January 4, 2016, letter from the Department’s … [Read more...]
MBC wins Appeals Court ruling in Foundation case
The Missouri Court of Appeals – Western District ruled May 24 that the Missouri Baptist Foundation must return governance to board members elected by the Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC). The decision, announced by Chief Judge Alok Ahuja, restores governance of the Foundation to the MBC after more than a decade of control by a self-perpetuating board. The ruling upholds all facets of an October 2014 judgment by the Circuit Court of Cole County, which ordered the restoration of … [Read more...]
Meet Missouri Apologist Dennis Jackson
JEFFERSON CITY – The MBC has launched the Missouri Baptist Apologetics Network, a group of church leaders committed to the defense of the Christian faith and called to equip believers to more effectively share their faith. Following is a profile of Dennis Jackson, a lay leader and apologetics teacher at Anchor Point Baptist Church in Independence. Basic training can equip believers to defend their faith and advance the gospel, Dennis Jackson believes. “A big part of what I hope to do is … [Read more...]
Ministry Support: An interview with Rob Phillips
JEFFERSON CITY – As catalyst (strategic leader) for Ministry Support for the Missouri Baptist Convention, Rob Phillips has served under the direction of Executive Director Dr. John Yeats to lead a multi-year effort to reorient the MBC staff around a restated vision and mission. The vision of the MBC missionary staff is: “Transforming lives and communities with the gospel.” The mission for all MBC missionaries is: “Cooperating with Missouri Baptists to make disciples, multiply churches, … [Read more...]
Thousands expected at Graham rally, May 17
JEFFERSON CITY – Final preparations are being made at the State Capitol in anticipation of one of the largest gatherings ever at the site when Franklin Graham brings his Decision America Tour here May 17 at noon. Graham’s visit to Missouri’s capital marks his 23rd stop in his tour to all 50 state capitals. In each he is holding prayer rallies for the nation in preparation of national elections in August and November. His most recent stop was May 5 in Charleston, West Va. “I’m going to … [Read more...]
Mo. Baptists respond to Texas floods
HOUSTON, Texas – While spring has thus far been rather mild in Missouri, Texas has been hit hard by floods and Missouri Baptist Disaster Relief units have answered the call for help. Ten Missouri volunteers are assisting Disaster Relief (DR) units from the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention (SBTC) in a feeding unit, and will remain there for ten days, prepping an average of 6,000 meals a day. While they were there, a windstorm struck and destroyed the kitchen, which took a day to … [Read more...]
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