Throughout the years, Baptists have affirmed the biblical teaching that the Holy Spirit gives gifts to the members of the church. These gifts are given for the building up of the body of Christ and for the work of ministry….
New IMB chief insists he has ‘no intention of being an interim’
DALLAS — International Mission Board trustees elected as president of the missions agency Tom Elliff — a 67-year-old longtime Oklahoma pastor, one-time missionary and former president of the Southern Baptist Convention. And despite his age, Elliff insists he has "no…
Baptist leader says 3/11 will be Japan’s 9/11
ATLANTA (ABP) — A Japanese Baptist leader predicted the March 11 earthquake and tsunami disaster would leave its mark on Japan the same way that America was changed after the terrorist attacks on 9/11. "3/11 will be etched on our…
D.C. convention delays vote on exec
WASHINGTON (ABP) — Executive Board members of the District of Columbia Baptist Convention delayed a vote on affirming the nomination of executive director candidate Ricky Creech March 14 because several of them had not received adequate information prior to the…
Baptist peace mediator in Nicaragua dies
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (ABP) — Gustavo Parajón, a medical doctor and pastor who was a leading voice for peace and justice ministry in Nicaragua for more than 40 years, died unexpectedly at his home Sunday, March 13. Gustavo Parajón He was…
Partnership is mission strategy key, team leader says
LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. (ABP) — Gary Snowden's heart is never too far from missions and the impact a group of committed believers can have. Both his jobs bring him face to face with needs and remind him Christians must be…
Rob Bell discusses themes in new book
NEW YORK (ABP) — On the eve of the release of his controversial book on hell, Rob Bell sat on stage March 14 opposite Newsweek editor Lisa Miller under a wood-etching that read, "The Place Where People Meet to Seek…
D.C. convention delays vote on exec
WASHINGTON (ABP) — Executive Board members of the District of Columbia Baptist Convention delayed a vote on affirming the nomination of executive director candidate Ricky Creech March 14 because several of them had not received adequate information prior to the…
How to get in touch with summer camps and programs
For reservations, registration fees and more info, contact: Camp Piankatank www.camppiankatank.org 804.776.9552 CentriKid www.lifeway.com/centrikid 1.877.CAMP123 Crossroads Camp www.crossroadsccc.com [email protected] 434.277.8465 Eagle Eyrie Baptist Conference Center www.eagleeyrie.org 434.384.2211 Impact! www.vbmb.org Dean Miller [email protected] 804-915-5000 Missions Connection Celebration – MC2 www.vbmb.org Diane…
Want to plug in to what God is doing through Virginia Baptists?
Being a Virginia Baptist means being part of a diverse family of believers who partner with others to spread the gospel of Christ. Focus partnerships of the BGAV at this time are with the Panama Baptist Convention, the International Baptist Convention…
Serving God and witnessing what he’s doing can transform lives
Every year this time as the temperatures begin to climb, it’s on our minds. Summer. Students are counting the days until the school year ends. Adults are longing for a much-needed break from the everyday grind. Families begin to look…
Bluefield College to compete in Mid-South Conference
BLUEFIELD, VA. — Bluefield College has announced it is joining the Mid-South Conference, a Division 1 member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. The college has been a member of the Appalachian Athletic Conference. The Mid-South Conference offers 18…