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‘Pursuing the Mind of Christ’ is achievable quest, says author Kircher

“God didn’t save us to see how much good, satisfaction or excitement we can get out of life,” says pastor and author Allan Kircher. “He saved us to see how much God we can get out of life.” That’s... Continue Reading »

Courier stories in 7 other languages

The Baptist Courier, la revista de noticias de los bautistas de Carolina del Sur, ha comenzado a ofrecer sus historias traducidas a otros siete idiomas, incluido el español. Did you understand the above sentence? Our Hispanic friends will …... Continue Reading »

Ethnic fellowships affirm McLaurin as interim EC CEO

Eight ethnic fellowships representing about 12,000 Southern Baptist congregations have affirmed the appointment of Willie McLaurin as the interim president and CEO of the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee. McLaurin is the first African-American to serve as CEO of... Continue Reading »

Sequel: ‘Blue Enamel Cup’ continues family’s missionary adventure

Courier Publishing is pleased to announce the publication of “The Blue Enamel Cup: An MK’s China Legacy” (370 pages, $25), the sequel to Rosalie Hall Hunt’s family memoir, “6 Yellow Balloons: An MK’s China Story.” As “The Blue Enamel... Continue Reading »

Guidepost interviews EC staff, trustees and abuse survivors

In its most recent update, the Sexual Abuse Task Force reported that Guidepost Solutions has interviewed approximately 32 current and former Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee staff, 54 current or former EC trustees, and abuse survivors “who have affirmatively... Continue Reading »

Annie Armstrong Offering resources available online

The Week of Prayer for North American Missions will be observed in Southern Baptist churches March 6-13 with the theme “United.” The Annie Armstrong Easter Offering is the primary funding engine for sending and supporting missionaries in North America.... Continue Reading »

McLaurin named SBC Executive Committee interim president/CEO

Willie McLaurin will be the interim president and CEO of the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee, EC officers announced Feb. 1. Since 2020, McLaurin has served as the vice president for Great Commission relations and mobilization at the EC.... Continue Reading »

Steadman Baptist calls Camden native Neal Smith as pastor

Neal Smith, a native of Camden, has been called to serve as pastor of Steadman Baptist Church, located in Leesville. Smith continues to lead the church through revitalization. A graduate of Anderson University, he is currently pursuing his master’s... Continue Reading »

Holly Ridge pastor Joshua Culbertson honored for 10 years service

Joshua Culbertson was recognized on Sunday, Dec. 12, for 10 years service as pastor of Holly Ridge Baptist Church in Simpsonville.

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Wassamassaw pastor Norman Rogers retires

Norman Rogers retired as senior pastor of Wassamassaw Baptist Church of Moncks Corner on Dec. 31. The church honored Rogers and his wife, Cindy, with a retirement dinner celebrating 40 years of pastoral ministry and 12 years at Wassamassaw.... Continue Reading »

Gaffney First Baptist pastor Tommy Huddleston retires

Tommy Huddleston retired as pastor of First Baptist Church of Gaffney on Jan. 31. Earlier, he served as pastor of Hillcrest Baptist Church in Elgin; Catawba Baptist Church in Rock Hill; and First Baptist Church of West Columbia (now... Continue Reading »

Obituary: Bobby Wallace

Bobby R. Wallace, 87, of Bishopville, died Dec. 1, 2021. Born in Lancaster, he served as pastor of several Baptist churches in North and South Carolina, including Oakhill, Lancaster; Bennettsville Second; Center Grove, Kershaw; and Oakhurst, Heath Springs, before... Continue Reading »