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Several SCBaptist pastors took part in the IMB’s first-ever Senders Summit

For Andy Roberson, executive pastor at South Main Baptist Church in Greenwood, S.C., the International Mission Board event offered the opportunity to help cultivate a culture of sending at his church. “We don’t have a sending issue; we have... Continue Reading »

Connie Maxwell Gifted $2.6 Million, Names Center to Address Childhood Trauma

Connie Maxwell Children’s Ministries has announced a $2.6 million gift and the naming of a 25,000-square-foot facility to provide services to children and families. The McCall Center is named for the late P.L. “Roy” McCall, whose generosity helped make... Continue Reading »

Outside the Walls: ‘No Thanks’

“I appreciate the invitation, but no thanks.” This is a common response for those who faithfully invite others to church in today’s culture. The fastest-growing religion in South Carolina are the “Nones” or the “no thanks,” according to Lifeway... Continue Reading »

CSU to host fourth presidential inauguration next Monday

B. Keith Faulkner, who was appointed the fourth president of Charleston Southern University in July 2023, will be formally installed through a presidential inauguration Monday, March 25. Faulkner earned his Juris Doctor degree and a Master of Business Administration... Continue Reading »

Legislative Update: Important Legislation Moves Between House and Senate

The South Carolina House passed H4624 by a strong 82 to 23 vote, sending this important piece of legislation to the Senate. H4624, also known as “Help, Not Harm,” would prevent minors from receiving puberty blockers, cross hormone treatments,... Continue Reading »

Striking the Waters: The Priority of Personal Evangelism 

Many years ago, I pastored a normative size church in a rural town. Once a month I shared a meal with a pastor friend from a neighboring city whom I had met at an associational meeting. I needed that... Continue Reading »

President’s Perspective: We Must Strengthen Cooperation

In 1812, South Carolina’s own Sen. John C. Calhoun led a war hawk movement in Congress to deliver a declaration of war against the British to President Madison, officially beginning the War of 1812. Words cannot describe the despair... Continue Reading »

God’s Faithful Provision for His Servants Seen Through Parson’s Pantry

“So many things have changed in our lives in the past month since my husband was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer at age 37. The plan for treatment and the way forward seems to change every day, but... Continue Reading »

‘More Than Just a Number,’ New Study Reminds

In a new four-week study, author and pastor’s wife Julie Cannon encourages others to “hear your heavenly Father say loudly and clearly, ‘You are more than just a number!’” A certified school counselor and motivational speaker, Cannon has earned... Continue Reading »

Five Siblings Attending Anderson at Same Time

Most folks are familiar with the phrase “keeping up with the Joneses,” but a family at Anderson University has raised the bar just a bit. It’s not about status; it’s more about the special bond this close-knit family has... Continue Reading »

‘Nones’ Cite Dislike of Organized Religion, Maltreatment, but Remedy Still Possible

A recent study by Pew Research found that more than half of religiously unaffiliated Americans, which it identifies as “Nones,” said they didn’t like organized religion or had been mistreated by religious people, but SCBaptists can help remedy their... Continue Reading »

Christian Worldview Week Set for March 4-6 at North Greenville

North Greenville University will host Christian Worldview Week March 4-6, featuring talks from Katie McCoy and Jason Thacker on “Thinking Christianly about Human Nature.” Christian Worldview Week has been a highlight at the university for nearly two decades. “North... Continue Reading »