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The congregation of Kelleytown Church, Hartsville, recently recognized Betty Taylor, center, for 43 years as a teacher at the church’s kindergarten. Taylor has been on the teaching staff at Kelleytown’s kindergarten since it began in 1968. Pictured with Taylor... Continue Reading »

Genre Christian Jazz   ARENEFF is a trio of Christian musicians who believe that Jesus” power, as expressed in their music, can stir the soul and bring joy, peace and love to God”s people. The members are based in... Continue Reading »

K.J. Choi was quick to talk about his faith after winning The Players Championship in a sudden death playoff May 15 against David Toms at TPC Sawgrass. Choi, a native of South Korea, sealed the win with a par... Continue Reading »

In response to the letter, ?Utilize older pastors? (May 12), I wholeheartedly agree. Our church was going through a great transition from a longtime leader before I came. We were blessed to have a strong interim in Rev. Don... Continue Reading »

If someone asks what the Bible is about, I always say, ?Redemption.? I see, from Genesis to Revelation, the God of the universe in pursuit of His prodigal creation. He is longing always for a closer fellowship, but our... Continue Reading »

Reading what pastor Bryant Wright said (?Gay students protest SBC president's honorary degree,? April 28), I did not see anything that made it out that he was saying homosexuality is okay in God's eyes. What I interpreted him saying... Continue Reading »

The late Roy and Gertrude Faulkner had to be pleased with the way their girls turned out. Today we are writing about the delicious Warm Apple Crisp, made from a recipe shared with us by Faye Faulkner Johnson of... Continue Reading »

When I read the letter, ?Blatant insult to God? (May 12), my heart broke, partially because I used to harbor the same opinion until I began searching the Scriptures for the way God expected us to act toward those... Continue Reading »

Fluctuating markets, concerns about inflation, or other questions about where the economy is headed create confusion about making plans for retirement. To answer some common retirement-planning questions in today's economy, GuideStone Financial Resources assembled a panel of experts to... Continue Reading »

To simplify and re-focus its ministry assignments ? as directed by the Southern Baptist Convention last summer in Orlando ? North American Mission Board trustees adopted a six-item mission statement during their May 11 meeting in Alpharetta, Ga. The... Continue Reading »

While some disaster relief volunteers are busy at the forefront of a crisis, others are assisting behind the scenes, caring for small and vulnerable victims ? children. Disaster relief child care team members operate units that provide a safe... Continue Reading »

Prior to my present place of ministry, I spent more than 20 years consulting with churches across America. I have also had the wonderful opportunity to research churches primarily in the United States. Over time, I began to notice... Continue Reading »