WESTWEGO, La. (BP) – Jay Adkins, pastor of First Baptist Church in Westwego, La., has announced his intention to nominate Don Currence at the upcoming Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting to serve another term as SBC registration secretary. In comments to Baptist Press, Adkins underlined the experience brought by his fellow New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary alum. “Serving as the administrative pastor of First Baptist Church of Ozark, Mo., since 1993, Don is used to staying … [Read more...]
Pressley names 2026 Registration Committee
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (BP) – SBC President Clint Pressley announced May 4, that John Pendelton will chair the Registration Committee for the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting in Orlando in June. Pendleton, pastor of Bardstown Baptist Church in Bardstown, Kentucky, was a member of the committee in 2025. The registration committee is called “to supervise the registration of messengers, to oversee the operations of the registration desk, and to rule upon any questions which may arise in … [Read more...]
Missouri Baptists foster special needs ministries, as SBC task force prepares report for this summer
KIRKSVILLE – A task force appointed by Southern Baptist messengers last year is prepared to give a report at this summer’s annual meeting in Orlando, urging more special needs ministries be established. They are trying to identify ways SBC entities and state conventions can assist churches to reach more people with disabilities. Several Baptist churches in Missouri have classes and ministries for individuals with special needs. Most are geared for adults and sometimes teens. And often … [Read more...]
2026 Committee on Nominations Report released
NASHVILLE (BP) — The SBC Committee on Nominations has released its 2026 report in advance of the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting to be held June 9-10. Per SBC bylaws, the report is to be released through Baptist Press no later than 45 days prior to the gathering. The 2026 committee was chaired by Jeff Moore, pastor of First Baptist Church, in Altus, Oklahoma. “From our initial meeting and throughout the process, our stated goal was to seek God’s wisdom in every decision,” Moore said. “We also … [Read more...]
Mohler calls for end to ‘confusion’ around pastoral role
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Southern Baptist Theological Seminary President Albert Mohler called April 16 for a strong statement from Southern Baptists on the role of pastor and its limitation to men. In a video posted to social media Thursday (April 16), Mohler said it is past time to put an end to the “confusion” surrounding the issue. “Southern Baptists want this issue clarified,” Mohler said in the video. “The vast majority of Southern Baptists … are absolutely clear and have been all along … [Read more...]
Craig Carlisle to be nominated for SBC 1st vice president
GADSDEN, Ala. — Alabama’s Craig Carlisle will be nominated for first vice president of the Southern Baptist Convention in June when messengers meet in Orlando. Carlisle, director of missions for Etowah Baptist Association, is currently serving as second vice president of the SBC and wrapped up his two-year term as Alabama Baptist State Convention president this past November. He has long been part of numerous aspects of Alabama Baptist life and currently serves on the board of directors … [Read more...]
2026 SBC Annual Meeting schedule released
ORLANDO (BP) – A preliminary schedule for the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting June 9-10 in Orlando was released Today (March 10) by the Southern Baptist Convention’s Committee on Order of Business. A highlight of the program will come right off the bat in Tuesday morning’s session June 9 with a celebration of the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. The moment will be “a reminder of the freedoms that have allowed churches like ours to worship openly, preach … [Read more...]
SBC annual meeting app available now; GuideStone to have strong presence at meeting
2026 SBC Annual Meeting app available now ORLANDO (BP) – The official app for the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting is now available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. The app is a must-download for meeting goers as they navigate the meeting, luncheons, the exhibit hall and more. “This year’s app features significantly improved, easy-to-use maps that help you quickly find sessions, exhibitors and key locations, along with a faster, more intuitive experience overall,” said SBC Executive … [Read more...]
SBC annual meeting events list posted; Resolutions Committee chair interviewed
Events listing now live for 2026 annual meeting ORLANDO (BP) – A list of sessions, fellowships, breakouts, ancillary events and more at this year’s SBC Annual Meeting is now available at sbcannualmeeting.net. The list is organized by date as well as by event type, and many entries contain links for registration or more information. “While the annual meeting and pastors’ conference are the main events every year, there are so many other events for messengers to enjoy this year in … [Read more...]
Baker to chair 2026 SBC Committee on Resolutions, portal opens March 15
ORLANDO (BP) – North Greenville University Provost and Dean of Faculty Hunter Baker will serve as chair of the Southern Baptist Convention's Committee on Resolutions for the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting this summer. SBC President Clint Pressley made the announcement in a statement to Baptist Press. “I am so thankful for this group of joyful Southern Baptists who have agreed to serve on the Resolutions Committee this year,” said Pressley, senior pastor of Hickory Grove Baptist Church in … [Read more...]
Miss. pastor Jonathan Greer to be nominated for SBC Recording Secretary
MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala. (BP) – A Mississippi pastor has become the third known candidate to be nominated for SBC Recording Secretary. Jonathan Greer will be nominated for the office by Alabama pastor Tyler Armstrong at the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting in Orlando. Greer has served as the pastor of Franklin Creek Baptist Church in Moss Point, Miss., since 2017. Armstrong said the first time he saw Greer was from a distance at an annual meeting as Greer was asking an “informed question” from one … [Read more...]
South Carolina AMS Travis Kerns to be nominated for SBC recording secretary
LOUISVILLE (BP) – Southern Baptist Theological Seminary professor Denny Burk has announced plans to nominate Travis Kerns, a South Carolina associational mission strategist, for SBC Recording Secretary at the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting. “Travis’ devoted service at various levels of Southern Baptist life is extraordinary,” Burk told Baptist Press. “Not only has he pastored a Southern Baptist congregation, but he has also served with distinction at several SBC entities.” Burk said he has … [Read more...]
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