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An Invitation from the SCBC’s Gary Hollingsworth

Spartanburg County Network calls Cameron Wooten as missions ministries consultant

Cameron Wooten has been called as mission ministries consultant for Spartanburg County Baptist Network. A Simpsonville native, he is a graduate of North Greenville University and holds dual master’s degrees (church planting and intercultural studies), along with a doctor... Continue Reading »

Axmann’s ‘Prove It to Me’ dramatizes Bible’s miracles

Seeing the truth of Scripture in action can speak more clearly to some people than merely hearing the words of a sermon. That’s the inspiration behind Martha Axmann’s short book, “Prove It to Me: A Drama About the Miracles... Continue Reading »

Enjoy a slice of ‘Granny Rabbit’s Gooseberry Pie’

From the title story — a tall tale of a floppy-eared pie thief who encounters grace in the unlikeliest of places — to poetic reflections on subjects as varied as Spanish moss, growing old, and the ageless stories of... Continue Reading »

Panel reflects on state Baptist missions and education

The South Carolina Baptist Convention History Committee and Charleston Southern University sponsored a panel discussion Oct. 8 on the history of missions and education in the state convention. The event was held in Ellis Hall at Columbia First Baptist... Continue Reading »

Parson’s Pantry founder walks 60 miles, raises $73,000

Ron Jackson, founder and director of the Parson’s Pantry, recently completed a 60-mile walk in Gaffney in an effort to raise $60,000 in contributions for the nonprofit ministry. Jackson, who will turn 75 on Nov. 12, exceeded his goal.... Continue Reading »

Brushy Creek, Taylors, calls Jeremy Roberts as pastor

Jeremy Roberts has been called as pastor of Brushy Creek Baptist Church in Taylors, near Greenville. The Plano, Texas, native most recently served as pastor of Church of the Highlands in Chattanooga, Tenn. He holds four degrees from Liberty... Continue Reading »

AU worship service sees 65 student salvations

Anderson University reports that 65 students prayed to receive Jesus as savior at a campus worship service on Sept. 20. Clayton King, whose Crossroads Worldwide ministry is headquartered at the AU campus, preached at the service. King is also... Continue Reading »

NGU evangelistic team serves in Costa Rica

A team of 15 volunteers, including members of the North Greenville University community, served in Villa Real, Costa Rica, July 7-15. The team was led by Bill Cashion, professor of evangelism and missions in NGU’s Graduate School of Christian... Continue Reading »

Crooked Run: A Small Church with a Big Vision

Crooked Run Baptist Church is a smaller membership church with a kingdom-sized vision. The church, located in Fairfield County, is involved with a nearby elementary school, is starting a Sunday evening service for young adults, and participates in both... Continue Reading »

Charleston Southern University launches presidential search

The Charleston Southern University board of trustees has formed a 17-person search committee to find the institution’s next president. The new president will succeed retiring president Jairy C. Hunter Jr. and will be the third chief executive in the... Continue Reading »

Obituary: Ernest Carswell

Ernest L. Carswell Jr., 82, long-serving pastor of Taylors First Baptist Church, died Oct. 8, 2017. He served Taylors for 28 years, from 1972-2000, and was later named pastor emeritus. Under his leadership, the church flourished and was recognized... Continue Reading »