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Georges Creek Baptist Church turns 150

Georges Creek Baptist Church in Easley is celebrating 150 years of ministry. The church is in the midst of five days of events commemorating its sesquicentennial.... Continue Reading »

Coleman to speak at ‘Shepherding the Shepherd’ retreat Sept. 24-26

Robert Coleman, professor of discipleship and evangelism at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, will be the featured speaker at 'shepherding the Shepherd,? Sept. 24-26, at the newly renovated White Oak Conference Center.... Continue Reading »

In Your Interest – by Valerie Rumbough

Should an annuity be part of your retirement planning strategy? This question has come up a lot lately, especially with the uncertainty of the market.... Continue Reading »

Crossing Carolina for August 20, 2009

Quinn Hooks QUINN HOOKS, pastor of Evergreen Baptist Church, Effingham, recently earned two post-graduate degrees. In May, he received a master’s degree in human services with a focus in executive leadership from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Va. Hooks also... Continue Reading »

South Carolina Showcase for August 20, 2009

The Cambodian Ministry of United Baptist Church, Spartanburg, is experiencing tremendous growth. Pastor Sam Duong, back row center, baptized 10 from United and three from Gate City in Greensboro, N.C., on July 26. These were the first children and... Continue Reading »

Intersections: Where Faith Meets Life – by Bob Weathers

On a sunny June afternoon, motorists on the busy highway of Poonamalee, in India, stopped rapidly in a concert of skids when a truck lost its glistening cargo. Unpolished gold fragments and gold dust. People spilled from their cars... Continue Reading »

Sunday Dinner: Beef and Cabbage

Dear friends: I am sorry to report this, but my Ed has come down with a severe case of new-car-itis. This malady afflicts men more often than women, and, although not fatal, the only known cure is to buy... Continue Reading »

Commentary: ‘Not bad … not bad at all’ … by Don Kirkland

Page five contains an article and picture calling attention to Jairy Hunter's 25th anniversary as president of Charleston Southern University. This is an anniversary year for me as well. In 1974 ? 10 years before Jairy arrived on the... Continue Reading »

South Carolina college student shares ‘Dad’ with friend in Arab country

It has been an exciting summer for Dan. A student at The Citadel, Dan, whose last name is withheld here for security purposes, is studying in an Arab country to better learn the language while also serving as a... Continue Reading »

First Person: Enjoy the Journey

Willie Nelson once noted the joys of the journey. He looked forward to being ?on the road again.? I know exactly what he's talking about. Recently, I rode my Harley to work, and that eight-mile ride struck a chord.... Continue Reading »

Volunteers help with projects at Bethea Baptist Retirement Community

Two South Carolina Baptist churches recently sent volunteers to Bethea Baptist Retirement Community in Darlington to help with a variety of projects there.... Continue Reading »

Duncan begins duties as DOM for Pickens-Twelve Mile Baptists

Ron Duncan, who for the past six years served in East Asia for the International Mission Board, began duties Aug. 1 as associational missionary/director of missions for the Pickens-Twelve Mile Baptist Association.... Continue Reading »