By Betty Surrency Lead Like Jesus To be or to do? That is the question! Lead Like Jesus believes that anytime, anyone influences the thoughts, actions or behaviors of another that they are engaging in leadership. So as a parent…
For some denominations, Christmas music doesn’t arrive until Santa does
The Christmas tree is up and lit at Christ Lutheran Church in Marietta, Ga., and Rusty Edwards just can't wait to sing a few lines of O Little Town of Bethlehem, his favorite Christmas song. But the liturgical calendar, which…
Heritage essay contest reminder
The Center for Baptist Heritage & Studies reminds high school juniors and seniors from Virginia Baptist churches of its Roots and Wings Young Scholars Essay Contest. The essay topic combines the Center’s dual purpose of remembering the past and imagining…
Classified Ads for December 22, 2005
MINISTER OF YOUTH: Church in Southeastern Virginia is seeking an experienced Minister of Youth. Applicant must have seminary degree and be led by the Lord to work with youth grades 6-12. Please send résumé to Attn: Personnel Committee, Great Bridge…
UPDATED: Federal court issues sweeping judgment against teaching of intelligent design
HARRISBURG, Pa. (ABP) — A federal judge has ruled that, while “intelligent design” may itself be intelligent, it isn't science — and shouldn't be taught as science in the public schools. The Dec. 20 decision by U.S. District Judge John…
Church & People News for December 22, 2005
Staff Changes Robert H. Carpenter, to Talbot Park Church, Norfolk, as senior pastor, effective Jan. 29. Randy W. Prouse, to Critz Church, Critz, as pastor. Frederick Stephen “Rick” Crookshank, to Hanover Church, King George, as pastor. Bruce Langwiser, to Emmanuel…
Will Katrina-inspired compassion change long-term poverty fight?
(ABP) — Hurricane Katrina forced many people to focus on an often-ignored image — poverty in America. But will that awareness produce long-term solutions to poverty? Or will the attention fade away when the next big story comes along? “It…
N.C. moderates ponder alternatives to support colleges, agencies
By Greg Warner Associated Baptist Press Some moderate Baptists in North Carolina are talking seriously about alternative ways to support the state’s Baptist colleges and institutions, a move that could divert millions in contributions from the conservative-controlled Baptist State Convention…
Intelligent-design proponents say judge’s decision is overreach
WASHINGTON (ABP) — Supporters and opponents of teaching “intelligent design” in public-school classrooms were either appalled or thrilled at a federal judge's strongly worded decision condemning the practice. Federal District Judge John Jones III issued his sweeping opinion in Kitzmiller…
Conflicting reports raise question about IMB’s intent
Conflicting reports about the vote totals for a new International Mission Board policy on speaking in tongues are focusing public attention on what may be a deeper disagreement about the agency’s leadership. Associated Baptist Press reported, in a Nov. 30…
One year later, Fellowship continues redevelopment in tsunami zone
ATLANTA (ABP) — On Dec. 26, 2004, in an instant, a roaring wave and a rush of water changed life for coastal residents of South Asia. For some, the water took everything — personal belongings, houses, cities, friends and family….
With Narnia, C.S. Lewis becomes part of America’s culture wars
By Karen Long Religion News Service At a desperate moment in the book The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, as the lion’s tortured, lifeless body lies on a stone table, the writer pauses over the stricken child characters, Lucy…