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Geoffrey Hammond recommended as NAMB president

Published on March 1, 2007

The president search committee of the North American Mission Board's trustees recommended March 1 that Geoffrey A. Hammond become the Southern Baptist entity's next president. Hammond is senior associate director of the Southern Baptist Conservatives of Virginia state convention.... Continue Reading »

Among the Colts, faith has made a difference, players say

Published on February 21, 2007

From South Beach with all its glitz and glamour to an array of parties in other parts of Miami, the Super Bowl XLI scene was one large distraction for faith-filled players and coaches.... Continue Reading »

At NFL’s pinnacle, Indianapolis Colts’ Tony Dungy points still higher to God

Published on February 21, 2007

Tony Dungy closed out a soggy night riding the back of his players with his fists clinched, pointing to the sky, after his Indianapolis Colts captured Super Bowl XLI, 29-17, over the Chicago Bears in Miami.... Continue Reading »

Carter and Clinton call for ‘New Baptist Covenant’; Page, Chapman take issue

Published on February 20, 2007

Former Presidents Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton have proposed the establishment of a broadly inclusive alternative Baptist movement to counter what they called a negative image of Baptists and to address poverty, the environment and global conflicts.... Continue Reading »

Mohler realizes strength in weakness after hospital stay

Published on February 20, 2007

Drawing on lessons learned from his recent stay in intensive care following abdominal surgery, Albert Mohler Jr. told students and faculty at Southern Baptist Seminary's spring convocation that the assumption of strength can be a preacher's greatest weakness.... Continue Reading »

Fans’ passion turns against NFL over ‘anti-church’ Super Bowl policy

Published on February 20, 2007

Football fans are up in arms over a National Football League policy that allows bars to host Super Bowl parties but essentially prevents churches from doing so.... Continue Reading »

NAMB/IMB launch website for North American people groups

Published on February 20, 2007

The presidents of the Southern Baptist Convention's North American Mission Board and International Mission Board simultaneously hit buttons to launch the new North American People Groups website (www.peoplegroups.info) on Feb. 7 during a joint ceremony.... Continue Reading »

Church taps men’s curriculum, sees personal, family renewal

Published on February 20, 2007

With four decades of ministry experience, Buddy Griffin has never been more excited about leading men to a new appreciation for their roles as fathers, husbands and spiritual leaders.... Continue Reading »

‘Amazing Grace’ film called inspirational

Published on February 20, 2007

William Wilberforce isn't a household name in America, but an upcoming motion picture is trying to change that.... Continue Reading »

Michael Landon Jr.: In his father’s footsteps

Published on February 20, 2007

'the Last Sin Eater,? the highly anticipated period drama directed by Michael Landon Jr., is set for theatrical release on Feb. 9. Released through Fox Faith, Twentieth Century Fox's faith-themed branch, the film (rated PG-13 for thematic elements and... Continue Reading »

Faith ‘permeated our culture’ since the Pilgrims, judge reminds

Published on February 20, 2007

Judge Robert G. Ulrich of the Missouri Court of Appeals-Western District underscored America's Christian heritage during Midwestern Baptist Seminary's spring convocation. It is ?worthy of preservation,? Ulrich said, ?because it is significant to what our nation is today.?... Continue Reading »

Teen’s ‘revolution’ continues six months after untimely death

Published on February 15, 2007

It's been six months since Chris and Kathy Johnson lost their 16-year-old son Nathan in a tragic car accident. Amid their grief, the Johnsons have a story to tell ? of their son's love for life, football and, most... Continue Reading »