Roe v. Wade Overturned

This has been a monumental and historic year for the pro-life movement in America. On Friday, June 14, the Supreme Court of the United States overturned Roe v. Wade (the right to abortion ruling), sending it back to the states. It was a time of gratitude, rejoicing, and refreshed hope among the majority of evangelical Christians. “We were all sitting around the table when the news came. When we heard the news, we just sat in silence for a few seconds. Then tears began to flow, and our phones blew up. Roe was no more,” said Alexia Newman, director of Carolina Pregnancy Center in Spartanburg. “Supporters, friends, and pastors were calling and texting, asking if we were safe.” A celebration ensued and additional security was added... Continue reading »

Mackey: ‘Christian Gentleman,’ Respected Leader

Bill Mackey, a former executive director of the Kentucky Baptist Convention, who earlier had served as director of the South Carolina Baptist Convention’s leadership development and evangelism growth team, died July 14 after a battle with cancer.... Continue reading »

Southern Baptists responding to ‘overwhelming’ Kentucky floods

As surveyors continue assessing the damage done by the historic flooding that deluged eastern Kentucky last week, Southern Baptists have begun planning their response. Dozens of Southern Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers from across the... Continue reading »