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Downloadable Olympic Tech Backgrounds for August 2024

As the nations descend upon the French capital this August, the International Mission Board’s Paris team anticipates a whirlwind summer of opportunity for sharing Christ. Our teams will trade three … more
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Let the games begin! Southern Baptists ready for Olympics kick-off

Right now, more than 10,000 athletes are gathering in Paris for the start of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. They are accompanied by coaches, spectators, vendors, journalists, media professionals and … more
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Love, demon possession, fireworks and unreached people groups: a South Asian story

This story has a little of everything. It’s a love story, with a suspected demon possession among a people group of firework makers. The plot twist — a people group believed to be unengaged and … more
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Three factors that lead to unchurched Christians

According to Lifeway Research, among Protestant pastors in the United States, 3 in 5 consider someone in their congregation a regular churchgoer if they attend church at least twice a month. … more
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HBCU students experience international missions, see ‘someone like me’

Lincoln University students from Jefferson City, Missouri ask themselves the hard question, “Why not me?”  IMB Video Chyler Hughes had never seen a Black missionary. At church, she learned to … more
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Southwest Baptist Rejoices with 13 Souls Saved

The 28 team members' united effort, total dedication, trained VBS volunteers/staff, hard work, and passion to win the lost were the keys to a successful Vacation Bible School led by Pastor Fermin … more
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Widowed missionary returns to field

Every morning when she opens her eyes, Erica Patrick thanks God for life and breath and another day to serve Him.   Before her feet hit the floor, she asks Him to take control of her day—to fill … more
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How to address church members who are too busy to serve

Seasonal missions or outreach opportunities arise throughout the year: Vacation Bible School, a mission trip, a partnership event at a local school, a chance to show appreciation to first responders, … more
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6 Ways to Keep Ministry Morale High When Summer Mission Momentum is Low

There’s a common misconception about church ministry during the summer months. For years, I was fooled into thinking that summer ministry would be a relaxing downshift from the more demanding … more
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Southern Baptist ethnic research leader dies in drowning accident

The Southern Baptist Convention’s expanding diversity became a passion for Minh Ha Nguyen, leading to his work in establishing and updating a cutting edge portal and resource that has greatly … more
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Serve Tour Armenia volunteers use healthcare to show, tell Jesus’ love

The trio struggled up the stairs of city hall in an Armenian village. The mother heard a medical team from the United States was seeing patients for free. She would do anything to have these doctors … more
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Baptist entities partner to send Ukrainian missionaries to Brazil

When IMB missionary Mick Stockwell spoke with the president of the Ukrainian Baptist Theological Seminary (UBTS) about globalization and missions, the pandemic and the war in Ukraine had yet to … more
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Education consultants serve families devoted to missionary task

Meeting needs and supporting families are some of the most rewarding parts of missionary kid education, according to Doreen, the IMB’s director of education for MKs (also called TCKs or third … more
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5 Biblical Texts that Fuel Revitalization

Church revitalization involves more than just programs and strategies. It requires a return to biblical foundations and spiritual renewal. Scripture offers powerful insights and guidance to inspire … more
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Into the jungle: Explorers search for isolated people groups

“Our small Cessna bobbled lower and lower until its wheels made contact with the gravel runway, slicing through its many puddles,” Devon Faulkner wrote in a blog entry. After deplaning, Faulkner … more
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Never Forget the Veterans on Freedom Day!

July 4, 2024, is a special day for millions of Americans. Americans have been commemorating the holiday for 248 years since July 4, 1776, the official beginning of the Nation and the day Americans … more
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In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Charlot McCoy, 1943-2024

Charlot McCoy, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in Panama and Mexico, died June 6, 2024, in Statesville, North Carolina. She was 81.  Charlot was born May 15, … more
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Encanto SBC Community Fair

The Outreach Evangelism team of Encanto Southern Baptist Church held a community fair for the entire community on Saturday,  June 8th. Families from the community came out and … more
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Centinela hosts X‑Fest on Facility A

Centinela State Prison recently hosted X-Fest on Facility A, a faith-based event featuring skateboards, vehicles, bicycles, and music. The event promoted faith, prayer and a chance for … more
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In memoriam: Missionary emeritus Fred Walker, 1934-2024

Fred Walker, an International Mission Board missionary emeritus who shared the gospel in East Africa and the Caribbean, died May 4, 2024, in Jacksonville, Florida. He was 89.   Fred was born Nov. … more
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