The Baptist Courier

In the wake of the Hurricane Katrina disaster, relief agencies were overwhelmed by the need of the people along the Gulf Coast. In addition to the usual work performed by South Carolina Baptist disaster relief volunteers, a new avenue... Continue Reading »

I am proud to be Southern Baptist and to have belonged to several wonderful church families. My daughter, granddaughters, and I have recently moved and are in search of a new church home. This process has opened my eyes... Continue Reading »

In 2005, the International Mission Board implemented two new policies. The first concerns a ?private prayer language,? stating that any IMB missionary applicant who claims such a private ?gift? will not be allowed to serve as an IMB missionary.... Continue Reading »

Four Charleston Southern University students have been selected as summer interns for the Student Leadership University. Jay Strack, a CSU alumni, is president of SLU, a conference which equips middle and high school students with knowledge on leadership and... Continue Reading »

If it hadn't been for the legacy of Southern Baptist missionaries serving in China, Frank Ling might have lived out his days as a chemist or teacher in his native land. Known to thousands of South Carolinians for his... Continue Reading »

Hugh Augustus McAlister, 78, a retired pastor and Korean War veteran, died March 7 in Anderson.... Continue Reading »

Earl Hampton Sargent, 98, of Greenville, a retired Baptist minister, died April 2.... Continue Reading »

Brunner C. Tschudy, 91, a retired pastor and educator, died April 7 in Charlotte, N.C.... Continue Reading »

Rebecca St. James, who has been named the National Day of Prayer's musical ambassador, has recorded a theme song, ?America, Honor God,? for this year"s May 4 observance.... Continue Reading »

Richard Land's travels to speak in Southern Baptist churches give him the opportunity to see the best of the United States from coast to coast, and the president of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission is inviting professional and... Continue Reading »

Cooperative Program up 1.86 percent Year-to-date contributions through the SBC Cooperative Program are 1.86 percent above the same time frame in 2005. As of March 31, the year-to-date total of $100,444,191 for CP missions is $1,838,074 above the $98,606,116... Continue Reading »

In a land marked by political and cultural transition, churches can grow stronger and reach future generations with the gospel if they 'turn their heart's affection? toward the kingdom of God, Ken Hemphill advised Baptist leaders from the countries... Continue Reading »