Franklin County Association women’s event glorifies God October 4, 2005 UNION – The Women’s Ministry Team of the Franklin County Baptist Association sponsored a “Table Talk” event Aug. 13 for 250 women who enjoyed a catered meal and fellowship at the associational headquarters. Table captains decorated with a wide variety of themes ranging from elegant to sports. The 35 tables were judged in five categories—holiday, special occasion, elegant, outdoor and … [Read more...]
Missouri churches excited about Left Behind movie
Missouri churches excited about Left Behind movie By Allen PalmeriStaff Writer October 4, 2005 JEFFERSON CITY – First Baptist Church, Bismarck, a hub in a community of about 1,600 people, is one of several Missouri Baptist congregations that are preparing to show the new Left Behind: World at War movie the weekend of Oct. 21, as an evangelistic outreach tool. Purchasing a license for a nominal fee has enabled First Bismarck to plan for multiple showings of the film over the weekend. … [Read more...]
MBC disaster relief training set for two locations in October
MBC disaster relief training set for two locations in October October 4, 2005 SPRINGFIELD – Missouri Baptist wondering how they can play a part in future disaster relief and recovery efforts should circle Oct. 21 and 22 on their calendars. Second Baptist Church will offer disaster relief training that weekend with courses in chainsaw, chaplaincy and mass care feeding. John Rhodes, the disaster relief coordinator for the southeast region, is also hosting a similar training event Oct. 7 … [Read more...]
Missourians at NOBTS identified
Missourians at NOBTS identified By Staff October 4, 2005 JEFFERSON CITY – There are at least 22 students at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (NOBTS) with ties to Missouri. Those students are: Katherine Marie Albers; Michael C. Bard; John Byden Brittain; Richard John Buckley; Kim Burke Burton; Young Il Choi; Robyn Carol Crippen; Kevin Wayne Dray; Caleb Edward Fuller; Chad Ashton Gilbert; Amy Elizabeth Gillespie; Kristine Sandra Hegwood; Bryan David Highland; Jeralyn Marie … [Read more...]
Spring River workers aid Gulf Coast
Spring River workers aid Gulf Coast By Staff October 4, 2005 McCOMB, Miss. – The Disaster Relief Chainsaw Unit of the Spring River Baptist Association was called by the North American Mission Board and the Missouri Baptist Convention, requesting assistance with cleanup after Hurricane Katrina swept through the Gulf Coast. A team of 25 was deployed Sept. 4. They arrived in McComb the following day and immediately began work. Several others from other areas of the state joined the crew … [Read more...]
Red Cross, FEMA liked what they saw, thinks Benton camp could be a model
Red Cross, FEMA liked what they saw, thinks Benton camp could be a model By Glen CantrellContributing Writer October 4, 2005 BENTON– It’s a nice, sunny September Monday when a red Lincoln with Louisiana plates pulls up to the gate. The young guard, a volunteer who lives nearby, asks the woman who is driving what he can do for her. “I’m from Louisiana and I am staying in Sikeston,” she said. “Someone said I could come up here for … [Read more...]
FEMA considers Remington’s to be a pacesetter for disaster relief
FEMA considers Remington’s to be a pacesetter for disaster relief Former night club now a haven for evacuees thanks to Ridgecrest By Lee WarrenContributing Writer October 4, 2005 SPRINGFIELD – When Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Springfield purchased a facility called Remington’s (a former nightclub) in 2004, they had no idea how God would use the building to help the community. After Hurricane Katrina ravaged the Gulf Coast, His Providence came into clear view when the Red … [Read more...]
New church planting strategist at work in St. Louis
New church planting strategist at work in St. Louis By Allen PalmeriStaff Writer October 4, 2005 JEFFERSON CITY– Rick Biesiadecki, 36, brings fresh ideas to the Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) church planting team as a new church planting strategist in the St. Louis area, according to MBC State Church Planting Director Jerry Field. Biesiadecki comes to the MBC from the Atlanta metropolitan area, where he was serving as a church planting consultant with the Georgia Baptist … [Read more...]
A ‘Little Flock’ is becoming a BIG deal
A ‘Little Flock’ is becoming a big deal Dying rural church sees exciting growth By Allen PalmeriStaff Writer October 4, 2005 VIENNA– When Bryan Ward showed up one morning to fill the pulpit at Little Flock Baptist Church outside of Vienna, he was surprised to see that no one was there for Sunday School. After about 15 or 20 minutes, a deacon and his wife came by to tell Ward and his wife, Angela, that it had been that way for about a month. They proceeded to give the Wards … [Read more...]
MBC men grow stronger at conference
MBC men grow stronger at conference By Allen PalmeriStaff Writer October 4, 1005 JEFFERSON CITY– Missouri Baptist men met for two days of encouragement and challenging teaching Sept. 23-24 at the first annual Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) Men’s Conference at Concord Baptist Church, Jefferson City. Danny Decker, men’s missions and ministry specialist for the MBC, coordinated the event and was pleased with the spirit of the meetings. About 60 men were spread out praying … [Read more...]
Governor signs historic pro-life bill
Governor signs historic pro-life bill Judges block its implementation By Allen PalmeriStaff Writer October 4, 2005 JEFFERSON CITY – Gov. Matt Blunt began to use his “bully pulpit” Sept. 21 to address the topic of checks and balances in government as it pertains to a new pro-life law he signed Sept. 15, only to have a federal judge block it from being enforced one day after the governor’s action. At Open Arms Pregnancy Resource Center in Jefferson City, Blunt launched … [Read more...]
Virginia pastor to join MBC staff
Virginia pastor to join MBC staff New associate executive director coming from FBC, Roanoke By Allen PalmeriStaff Writer October 4, 2005 JEFFERSON CITY– Jim Austin, 52, is coming to the Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) as an associate executive director after serving as a pastor for the last 21 years in rural, suburban and downtown settings. In the mid-1980s, he was at Morganton (Ga.) Baptist Church. He then spent 15 years in suburban Gainesville, Ga., at Blackshear Place Baptist … [Read more...]
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