The Baptist Courier

Canadian Kyle MacDonald was jobless. But he dreamed of owning his own home. As far as he could tell, he had one thing in his favor. A red paper clip. That gave him an idea. And in one short... Continue Reading »

A four-member team from North Spartan Baptist Association, led by director of missions Ken Kirkley, participated in a ?vision trip? to the West Bengal region of India, May 26-June 9, to explore ways of sharing Jesus Christ with the... Continue Reading »

While the Bible may be subject to various interpretations concerning alcohol consumption, Southern Baptists? understanding of the issue has been exceedingly unambiguous. In the convention's history, SBC messengers have adopted more than 40 resolutions on the issue prior to... Continue Reading »

Jim Colman has joined the Charleston Southern University family as the new vice president of academic affairs. He replaces A.K. Bonnette who stepped down in June after serving in the role for more than 20 years to re-enter the... Continue Reading »

Since June 13, I have been trying to learn what it means to be the president of the Southern Baptist Convention. I have tried to use this as an opportunity to bring glory to God. I remind you of... Continue Reading »

Charleston Southern University has expanded its popular bachelor of management arts degree program to include students in the Grand Strand area.... Continue Reading »

International Mission Board personnel in the Middle East urged Southern Baptists to pray for peace in Lebanon, Israel and the entire region as it plunges closer to full-scale warfare.... Continue Reading »

Circle M Ranch, tucked away in Pelzer, is home to more than rodeos and horse shows. On any given Tuesday night, the cafe at Circle M is filled with boots, jeans, 10-gallon hats and the gospel.... Continue Reading »

Tim Howard TIM HOWARD has begun duties as minister of spiritual growth and senior adults at Covenant Baptist Church, Lancaster. For the past six years, he has served the church as minister of youth. He is a graduate of... Continue Reading »

Lexington County sheriff James Metts gave checks totaling $45,000 to Charleston Southern University president Jairy Hunter June 27 to finance additional college scholarships through an endowed scholarship fund that the sheriff established at the university more than 10 years... Continue Reading »

Mission Friends at Hillcrest Baptist Church, Easley, collected $124.83 for the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering. Each child worked faithfully, collecting the offering in frosting containers. Pictured are Jessica Gordon, Jamie Whitfield, Carey Quarles, Sarah Scoggins, Justin Wall, Jacob Scoggins,... Continue Reading »

Grace Baptist Church, Spartanburg, celebrated its 50th anniversary July 2, recognizing its history in the making. Grace Baptist began as a mission under Southside Baptist Church, Spartanburg, more than 50 years ago. At the time, John Huss was pastor... Continue Reading »