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SCBC messengers to consider bylaw changes at 2015 annual meeting

During the upcoming 2015 annual meeting of the South Carolina Baptist Convention, the Bylaws Committee of the convention, chaired by Bill Rigsby, pastor of North Anderson Baptist Church, will present recommendations for consideration, including second reading on bylaw changes... Continue Reading »

Pine Pleasant baptizes three new members

Pine Pleasant Baptist Church, Saluda, baptized three new members at the home of Brandon and Meredith Crawford on Sept. 27. Pictured from left are Cody Reames, Tucker Crawford, Stacie Goff, and pastor Burton Campbell.

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Barker’s Creek holds GA recognition service

Barker’s Creek Baptist Church, Honea Path, held a GA recognition service on July 12, followed by a reception in the fellowship hall. Pictured from left are Sheila Mattison (GA leader), Lana Abernathy, Caroline Covan, Gia Ridgeway, Sophie Covan, Kinsley... Continue Reading »

Lexington Association begins assessment phase of flood response

Disaster relief efforts in the Lexington, S.C., area have moved from crisis response to damage assessment, and Lexington Baptist Association is welcoming churches and individuals that want to assist flood victims. David Lee, disaster relief coordinator for Lexington Baptist... Continue Reading »

S.C. Disaster Relief teams swing fully into action; N.C., Ala. Baptists join effort

Two South Carolina Baptist Disaster Relief feeding units are now up and running in the Columbia area, and mud-out teams are already at work assisting flood victims in the Midlands and Lowcountry. One feeding unit in Columbia is providing... Continue Reading »

Tree narrowly misses Connie Maxwell cottage

The early October rains that brought flooding to the state also affected the Greenwood area. Stahn Cottage at Connie Maxwell Children’s Home was narrowly missed as a large tree fell during the course of the storms. The elementary-age girls... Continue Reading »

Columbia First Baptist Church mourns flood victim; Charleston churches assess situation

Updated at 5:38 p.m., Oct. 6, to include additional information. First Baptist Church of Columbia is busy assisting flood victims, even as church members Tuesday mourned the loss of one of their own. Church member Richard Milroy, 82, “died... Continue Reading »

South Carolina Baptist Convention seeks prayer, DR-trained volunteers, donations for flood relief

The South Carolina Baptist Convention has established an online giving portal for churches and individuals wishing to help with disaster relief efforts in flooded areas of the state. SCBC interim executive director-treasurer Richard Harris issued the following letter on... Continue Reading »

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Quattlebaum honored for 60 years of music ministry at Shiloh Church in Aiken

Shiloh Baptist Church in Aiken recognized James “Buddy” Quattlebaum for more than 60 years of service to the music ministry at Shiloh Baptist. For six decades, Quattlebaum has served as pianist and currently serves as organist of the church.... Continue Reading »

S.C. Baptist Disaster Relief units poised to assist flood victims following historic rains

All South Carolina Baptist Disaster Relief units have been placed on ALERT status for response to the catastrophic flooding throughout the state, and the South Carolina Baptist Convention is accepting donations for disaster relief efforts by clicking here. In... Continue Reading »

Dr. Rudy Gray’s Preaching Schedule

Courier editor Rudy Gray would welcome the opportunity to preach at your church. Call 1-888-667-4693 or email rgray@baptistcourier.com to schedule Dr. Gray.

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Our October Issue: Overcoming Addiction

Do you know someone caught in the bondage of addiction? Want to help but aren’t sure how? In our October issue, we take on that troubling subject with insightful articles by Barrett Duke, J. Gerald Harris, Joe Carter, Tommy... Continue Reading »