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Fast Facts for October 4, 2007

Court refuses to legalize ‘gay marriage’ The highest court in Maryland refused to legalize “gay marriage” Sept. 18, handing homosexual activists another significant defeat in one of the nation’s leading cultural issues. In its 4-3 decision, the Court of... Continue Reading »

NOBTS, Erskine seminaries to host luncheons Nov. 13 in Florence

New Orleans and Erskine Baptist seminaries will host luncheons during the South Carolina Baptist Convention Nov. 13 in Florence.... Continue Reading »

Serving in the Himalayas does not preclude experiencing spiritual valleys

Where to start? I am not really sure, as I am in a different place from a month ago. What I mean by that is spiritually I am in a different place, and I am not sure how best... Continue Reading »

Crossing Carolina for October 4, 2007

Jerry Lewis JERRY LEWIS was called as pastor of Union Baptist Church, Elgin, July 29. A graduate of Covington Seminary, Lewis previously served churches in Camden and Lugoff. He and his wife Wanda, an elementary school teacher, have three... Continue Reading »

South Carolina Showcase for October 4, 2007

Charleston Southern University faculty and staff teamed up with Trident United Way for Day of Caring, Sept. 11, and helped Crime Stoppers of the Lowcountry and the Charleston Police Department disseminate information in hopes of solving two cold cases.... Continue Reading »

The Pastor’s Corner – by Danny Burnley

?And he gave some, apostles, and some, prophets, and some, evangelists, and some, pastors and teachers; For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ? (Eph. 4:11-12).... Continue Reading »

New missionaries tell their stories of sacrifice

In 2003, one Southern Baptist couple was burdened by Satan's grip on the world. The wife had longed for stability and comfort for her family, but surrendered those longings to God two years ago. Now the family is headed... Continue Reading »

2007 Committee on Committees

This is the final report of the 2007 Committee on Committees. If approved by messengers to the 2007 annual meeting, members begin serving Jan. 1, 2008. Laneir Singleton from Florence is the chairman.... Continue Reading »

NGU ministry scholarship fund celebrates 10 years

The Christian Ministry Scholarship Fund at North Greenville University recently celebrated 10 years of service assisting students studying for full-time Christian ministry.... Continue Reading »

Drill winner finds new life at Summersalt

Bibiana Loza is the best at finding the most obscure scriptures. The Minor Prophets some struggle to find buried deep in the Old Testament are not a challenge for Bibiana. Finding key passages of scripture with ease and speed... Continue Reading »

Green Sea celebrating 200 years

Members of Green Sea Baptist Church are celebrating their 200th anniversary. Green Sea has consistently and continuously held services since 1807. To celebrate this significant milestone, special services and events have been scheduled throughout the year.... Continue Reading »

Allendale-Hampton Baptists to host wild game event

Allendale-Hampton Baptist Association will hold its fifth annual wild game banquet Oct. 18 at 7 p.m.... Continue Reading »