The Baptist Courier

Abracadabra. Alakasplit. Poof. Although the concept of magic has often been used for evil, Jonathan Kirk, freshman Christian studies major from Midway, Tenn., has found a way to use it for the glory of God.... Continue Reading »

'this is the soup eating season,? said Mae Goodgame in a recent note to The Baptist Courier, calling attention to the fact that it's an ideal time of the year for collecting those Campbell's labels to help churches purchase... Continue Reading »

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held during North Greenville University's homecoming weekend to open the newly renovated Forrest and Marie Younts Wellness Center. The center is named in memory of the parents of Melvin Younts from Fountain Inn, longtime trustee... Continue Reading »

In today's society, churches are trying new ideas to reach the younger generation, and many of these youth have not seen the inside of a church before. We would like to think these young people come from a two-parent... Continue Reading »

I have just retired after 43 years in the ministry with the past 33 years working in Christian higher education. I was most happy serving the last 11 years at North Greenville University, which is one of our three... Continue Reading »

The fall 2007 semester has signaled a promising start to the academic year for both students and Charleston Southern University as a whole. Campus ministry organizations and outreach projects continue to bring the gospel to students and members of... Continue Reading »

Land named to USCIRF for 4th term Southern Baptist church-state specialist Richard Land has been appointed to a fourth term on the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky reappointed the president of... Continue Reading »

This Dec. 17 will mark the 100th anniversary of the monarchy in the kingdom of Bhutan, a mountainous country of 2 million people nestled between India and China. In 2008, the country will hold its first national elections as... Continue Reading »

Oct. 14 was a significant day for the future of Mountain Springs Baptist Church, Piedmont. Following the homecoming service, the congregation gathered on the new church property across the road from the church.... Continue Reading »

Debbie Wieland was recognized as Mission Service Corps Missionary of the Year for South Carolina during York Baptist Association's annual meeting.... Continue Reading »

Evelyn Blount, director of the South Carolina Woman's Missionary Union, has announced her retirement effective December 31, 2008.... Continue Reading »

News has been bad for churches in America as growth has slowed to an all-time low, and according to Ed Stetzer, congregations are dying at a rate of eight per day. But Stetzer sees a glimmer of hope as... Continue Reading »