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SBC baptisms down nearly 2 percent

Published on May 2, 2007

While the number of Southern Baptist churches in 2006 increased by 524 and reported more than $11.3 billion in total receipts, LifeWay president and CEO Thom Rainer reported today that total baptisms in the Southern Baptist Convention fell for... Continue Reading »

Ridgecrest opens museum

Published on March 19, 2007

As part of its 100th anniversary celebration, LifeWay Ridgecrest Conference Center will open a 752-square-foot museum called ?Ridgecrest Through the Years? on the mezzanine of Pritchell Hall. The museum will house a variety of artifacts and displays dating from... Continue Reading »

VBS musicals: Good theology that stays in a kid’s heart

Published on February 20, 2007

Leading worship in churches around the country, working in Centri-KID camps and being around so many children helps Jeff Slaughter keep his Vacation Bible School music fresh and age-appropriate.... Continue Reading »

Rainer: Simple may be difficult but productive

Published on January 19, 2007

Simple is not always a synonym for easy. Simple can be difficult, but if simple principles are mastered, simplicity can be quite effective. And simplicity is the factor connecting some of today's most successful ventures including Papa John's Pizza,... Continue Reading »

LifeWay identifies top evangelism efforts, outreach programs of churches

Published on January 8, 2007

A new study released in the January/February edition of Facts & Trends magazine shows just how involved Protestant churches are in evangelism and community outreach, as well as what obstacles hold them back from being more involved.... Continue Reading »

Developing?Disciples: LifeWay Research examines the new view of young adults

Published on December 13, 2006

The most recent study by LifeWay Research reveals young adults are falling away from church and many are finding church irrelevant to their lives.... Continue Reading »

Is the church out of touch? LifeWay surveys clergy, laity on culture

Published on November 29, 2006

In general, pastors are less informed about the culture in which they live than are the people in their churches. Research results being released for the first time in the November/December edition of Facts & Trends magazine show just... Continue Reading »

‘Radical revolution’ in discipleship needed

Published on August 21, 2006

A ?radical revolution? in discipleship training is needed, Avery Willis, creator of the ?MasterLife? discipleship resources, said during the 2006 National Discipleship Conference.... Continue Reading »

What are the top 10 issues facing today’s families?

Published on May 12, 2006

A two-round survey conducted last November and December by the Internet strategies department of LifeWay Christian Resources found that modern families struggle with a variety of issues ranging from an anti-Christian culture to materialism.... Continue Reading »

LifeWay helps ‘Extreme Makeover’ build family’s house, ministry

Published on March 16, 2006

On March 12, America was introduced to the White family, courtesy of Ty Pennington, ABC's hit show ?Extreme Makeover: Home Edition? and a brand new house. And LifeWay Christian Resources was there behind the scenes to help make it... Continue Reading »

Former S.C. music minister approved VP, executive associate to Rainer

Published on February 22, 2006

Trustees of LifeWay Christian Resources unanimously approved the recommendation of Tom Hellams to be vice president and executive associate to LifeWay's president Feb. 7. Hellams, 48, a native of Greenville, will assist Thom Rainer, who succeeded Jimmy Draper as... Continue Reading »

LifeWay website celebrates Graham

Published on February 8, 2006

For 60 years, he has traveled the world proclaiming the Word and acting as God's instrument in winning perhaps millions of souls for Christ. Now, in the twilight of Billy Graham's humble yet monumental career, LifeWay has unveiled a... Continue Reading »