April 16, 2025

Missions/Outreach ·

American Missionary Rescued After Being Kidnapped While Preaching in South Africa

By Liz Lykins·
April 16, 2025 6:50 pm·

An American missionary was rescued yesterday, after being kidnapped last week in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, the South African Police Service announced.…

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When it comes to rapid repairs in mountain communities ravaged by the hurricane, Baptists on Mission has come to the rescue.

Missions ·

For Many In Hurricane Helene’s Path, North Carolina Baptists Provide Home-Repair Lifeline

By Yonat Shimron·
April 16, 2025 6:48 pm·

A kerosene heater still sits in the middle of Mack and Lucille Thomason’s living room, a testament to the trauma they and others in their…

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While American organized religion is still on the decline, congregations remain remarkably resilient. A new study from Lifeway Research found 94% of Protestant pastors believe their church will still be around in a decade.

Church Issues ·

Most Pastors Say Their Churches Will Survive — And For Now, They’re Right

By Bob Smietana·
April 16, 2025 6:19 pm·

American organized religion is a bit like a scene from “Monty Python and the Holy Grail.” It has been on the decline for decades, but…

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Abuse ·

Pennsylvania Pastor Arrested for Child Sex Abuse, Following Week-Long Child Predator Sting

By Liz Lykins·
April 16, 2025 1:35 pm·

A Pennsylvania pastor is facing six felony charges for possession, production, and use of child sex abuse material, following a nearly-week long child predator sting,…

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