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Harsh times offer progressives an opportunity to restore Christianity’s good name

Through deeds of kindness and love, progressive Christians will have a chance to redeem the good name “Christian” during the harsh era to come. This restoration is needed as never before in our lifetimes. But it is not unprecedented. Early...

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To churches, immigration is about more than policy

AUSTIN, Texas (ABP) — Immigration is not just a political issue — it's about churches and ministry, said Suzii Paynter, director of citizenship and public policy for the Baptist General Convention of Texas' Christian Life Commission. “So many of our…

Dallas Willard says false gospel leads to nominal Christians

IRVING, Texas (ABP) — By teaching forgiveness without discipleship, many churches are distorting Christ's message and creating “nominal Christians,” according to author and professor Dallas Willard. Pastors are preaching alternative “gospels” that do not reflect the true meaning of Christ's…

New staff member at chaplain service

Laura T. Anderson has been named assistant executive director for the Chaplain Service of the Churches of Virginia. The Chaplain Service, one of the Baptist General Association of Virginia's ministry partners, assigns chaplains to Virginia state prisons, correctional centers and…

John Upton cited as ‘influential’ Baptist

EthicsDaily.com has cited John Upton, executive director of the Baptist General Association of Virginia, as one of several “proactive Baptists who have excercised constructive influence for the common good and/or deserve to be watched in the year ahead.” EthicsDaily.com is…

CrossRoads Camp seeks summer staff

CrossRoads Camp & Conference Center is looking for college students and high school seniors to fill summer staff positions. Counselors, leadership team, support staff and lifeguards are needed for the camp, owned and operated by Woman's Missionary Union of Virginia….

Hampton Roads cable adds FamilyNet TV

FamilyNet Television, a faith-based cable channel operated by the Southern Baptist Convention's North American Mission Board, joined the Cox Communications cable line-up in the Hampton Roads area on Jan. 27. FamilyNet will be seen on channel 260 which serves Norfolk,…

Paige Peak assumes communication post

A Richmond marketing and communications professional has been named assistant executive of communications for the Virginia Baptist Mission Board. Paige Peak, a member of Gayton Baptist Church in Richmond, has been marketing director at Short Pump Town Center in the…