ci·vil·i·ty səˈvilədē/ noun Formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech. "I hope we can treat each other with civility and respect." Synonyms: courtesy, courteousness, politeness, good manners, graciousness, gentleness, respect, kindness Growth in the social media sphere has created a challenge for Southern Baptists that we did not have prior to the launch of Facebook in 2004. Prior to the invention of social media there were not as many voices attempting to gain … [Read more...]
KC surgeon stormed Normandy, treated Truman
INDEPENDENCE – A little boy from Doniphan County, Kansas, is the last person one might expect to be responsible for the lives of the President and First Lady. But that became the case for Wallace Graham, who would storm the beaches of Normandy, earn three Purple Hearts, serve as the personal physicians for Harry and Bess Truman and ultimately join Wornall Road Baptist Church in Kansas City. Graham and his family moved from Doniphan County to Kansas City when he was nine years old, just as … [Read more...]
Ken Hemphill: Racial Reconciliation
Paula, my wife and ministry partner, loves Psalm 145:4 “One generation shall praise Your works to another, and shall declare Your mighty acts.” This verse is the preface for the times when Paula and I talk to our grandchildren about the many ways we have seen God at work in our extended family. Believe it or not the grandkids love these stories about our history and will often ask for us to “replay” certain stories. Among the issues that have been discussed in recent days is the matter … [Read more...]
BREAKING: SWBTS terminates Dr. Paige Patterson, effective immediately
SWBTS Statement released May 30, 2018: During the May 30, 2018, Executive Committee meeting of the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (SWBTS) Board of Trustees, new information confirmed this morning was presented regarding the handling of an allegation of sexual abuse against a student during Dr. Paige Patterson’s presidency at another institution and resulting issues connected with statements to the Board of Trustees that are inconsistent with SWBTS’s biblically informed core … [Read more...]
GuideStone to launch lower-cost Secure Health plan
DALLAS (BP) – Churches and pastors looking for budget-minded health care coverage as well as protection for their employees and their families have another option to consider coming this summer. GuideStone Financial Resources, the financial services entity of the Southern Baptist Convention, will roll out its new GuideStone Secure Health plan during the June 12-13 SBC annual meeting in Dallas, with enrollment to begin July 1. Under the new Secure Health plan, eligible participants still … [Read more...]
Missouri Baptist veterans’ legacies live on
EOLIA - War is full of extraordinary men and women doing extraordinary feats under extraordinary circumstances. But just because a soldier or sailor doesn’t have a story worthy of the silver screen doesn’t mean they – and their families – didn’t make enormous sacrifices for God and country. Such is the case with just two of countless Missouri Baptists who served in harms way during World War II: William Friese, Sr., who fought in the Battle of the Bulge and James Wheeler, Sr., who landed … [Read more...]
After 77 years, USS Oklahoma missing sailor honored at FBC Diamond
DIAMOND - Clifford George Goodwin’s last day on earth was the “day that will live in infamy,” but no one knew of his fate for sure until just recently. His life and sacrifice were celebrated at First Baptist, Diamond May 12, 77 years after his death. Goodwin, an electrician’s mate hailing from Diamond in southwest Missouri, was assigned to the bowels of the USS Oklahoma along with his older brother, Daniel, a gunner’s mate. Clifford was one of hundreds of men trapped in the ship as the … [Read more...]
Dallas crowd anticipated largest since SBC 2010
DALLAS (BP) – Dallas attendance is in line to be the highest at a Southern Baptist Convention annual meeting since 2010, according to an event coordinator. Advance hotel reservations which ended today May 14 are about 25 percent ahead of reservations this time last year, said William Townes, SBC Executive Committee vice president for convention finance. “With less than a month remaining until our upcoming SBC annual meeting, we are looking forward to a prayerful, deliberative, … [Read more...]
High court ruling permits sports betting in all states
WASHINGTON (BP) – All 50 states are now free to sponsor gambling on sporting events. In a 6-3 ruling May 14, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a 1992 law that prevented state authorization of sports gambling. The decision – which reversed opinions by lower courts – means states may legalize and operate betting on professional and college sports. It appears gambling on sporting events will soon become a reality beyond Nevada, which was exempted from the original law. The law also enabled … [Read more...]
Currence to be re-nominated as SBC registration secretary
DALLAS (BP) – Don Currence, a Missouri administration and children's pastor, will be nominated for a second term as Southern Baptist Convention registration secretary, his pastor Phillip Burden announced, May 8. "It is my privilege to nominate Don Currence as registration secretary of the Southern Baptist Convention," said Burden, pastor of First Baptist Church in Ozark, where Currence has served on staff 25 years. "Don exercises Christian leadership in the congregation context that … [Read more...]
Patterson appointed pres. emeritus by SWBTS trustees
FORT WORTH, Texas (BP) -- In a meeting that began at 1:30 p.m. May 22 and ended just after 3 a.m. May 23, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary's trustees appointed Paige Patterson president emeritus effective immediately. They also named as interim president of the seminary Jeffrey Bingham, dean of Southwestern's School of Theology, pending his acceptance. In addition, trustees adopted a motion stating "evidence exists" that Patterson has complied with reporting laws on assault and … [Read more...]
WMU Missions Celebration inspires ‘Unshakable Pursuit’ of Christ
DALLAS (BP) – An 'Unshakable Pursuit' to know Christ more, show His love unconditionally, and make disciples who make disciples will be the theme unpacked during two days of general sessions, conferences and missions experiences during Woman's Missionary Union's Missions Celebration and Annual Meeting, June 10–11. "We believe you will laugh, learn and experience nourishment for your soul," said Sandy Wisdom-Martin, executive director-treasurer of national WMU. The event kicks off at 3 … [Read more...]
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