The Baptist Courier

The United States House passed a hate crimes bill. This bill elevates homosexual behavior to the status of a civil right, equating sexual choice with race and gender. While the bill does not directly offer criminal penalties for people... Continue Reading »

Charleston Southern University dedicated a new, state-of-the-art science building Oct. 14 that will offer students a stronger curriculum and allow for undergraduate research opportunities that didn't exist before.... Continue Reading »

Charleston Lodging Company LLC is expected to break ground on a Wingate Inn hotel at Charleston Southern University later this year, making it the first hotel in the chain's history to locate on a university campus.... Continue Reading »

The Great Commission Initiative received nearly unanimous approval from the SCBC Executive Board during its fall meeting, Oct. 10-11, at White Oak. It has, however, raised concerns among institutional leaders over the loss in CP funding for their respective... Continue Reading »

Six Ministry leadership houses were dedicated at Anderson University Oct. 16. The new concept provides for students with a common community service or ministry objective a place to live together and put their plans into action.... Continue Reading »

After launching an ambitious three-year partnership with the seven-country region of South Asia, the South Carolina Baptist Convention is planning to build on the foundation laid throughout 2005.... Continue Reading »

Fairview Baptist Church, Greer, held its first worship service in its new facility Oct. 16. Carlisle Driggers, executive director-treasurer of the South Carolina Baptist Convention, was guest speaker for the celebration service attended by more than 900 people.... Continue Reading »

Below is a list of upcoming dates and areas of emphasis for South Asia partnership mission trips. For more information, contact Debbie McDowell at 1-800-723-7242, ext. 5620, or email her at debbiemcdowell@scbaptist.org. Jan. 23-Feb. 2 – Vision Trip Feb.... Continue Reading »

At their annual meeting Oct. 19, messengers to the 135th meeting of the Abbeville Baptist Association approved changing their name to Lakelands Baptist Association. They also adopted a new constitution, by-laws and missions statement, reflecting the name change, during... Continue Reading »

Wilson Nelson, senior pastor of First Baptist Church, Greer, since 1992, has been named director of university advancement at North Greenville University, and Joe Hayes Jr. was promoted from associate director to director for development.... Continue Reading »

Just by taking a glance at the skeet shooting, flag football, video games, rock climbing and hiking, it is clear that Camp McCall is suited for guys.... Continue Reading »

While North Greenville University will begin offering graduate classes in February at its new campus extension in Greer, the community can start taking advantage of learning opportunities next week.... Continue Reading »