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California Disaster Relief stymied during fires as COVID-19 impacts response protocol

SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, Calif. (BP) — As monster fires displace tens of thousands of Californians, Southern Baptist disaster relief volunteers are stymied by changes in response protocols … more

The Government Is Not Caesar: Andy Stanley Defends Decision to Suspend Services

Pastor  Andy Stanley  of  North Point Church  in Atlanta, Georgia defended his decision to continue suspending in-person services in a sermon on Sunday, August 16, 2020. Stanley … more

Stage 4 and Incurable - The Coddington Tribe

We got the results back from the liver biopsy and talked with Dr Majithia. I have stage four cancer and it is incurable. They will give me chemotherapy to extend my life as long as possible. … more

How to Love Other Christians When We Don’t Agree

As a second generation Filipino-American I am very aware of my “otherness”—whether it’s at church on Sunday which includes a 30-minute worship set with a beautiful LED screen … more

WW2 Medal of Honor recipient’s story is one of love

NASHVILLE (BP) — In a B-29 flying above Japan in 1945, a bomb prematurely ignited. Army Sgt. Henry Eugene “Red” Erwin picked up the still-burning device and walked it through the … more

13 Specifics that will Grow your Outdoor Church Service

Grow your Outdoor Church Service by working on the logistics. We didn’t imagine being in this position. Our building is off limits for church, and the parking lot is the center of … more

U.S. Senate confirms Southern Baptist as Air Force Deputy Chief of Chaplains

WASHINGTON—Chaplain, Colonel Randall (Randy) E. Kitchens of the U.S. Air Force received confirmation from the U.S. Senate to become the Air Force’s 27thDeputy Chief of Chaplains on … more

COVID-19 Response Resources

Various resources to help spread awareness and ministry opportunities in this crisis Financial Resources, National and Global Resources, State and … more

Centro Shalom

Shalom my brothers and sisters! As pastor of Centro Shalom I want to personally give my sincerest and greatest thanks to each and every one of you for your priceless trust in us. With your … more

Public Health Order Banning Indoor Services

Sacramento, CA – At the behest of Governor Gavin Newsom, late yesterday the Director of the California Department of Public Health issued an order banning indoor church services for 30 … more

The Best Is Yet to Come in Your Ministry

You likely came into 2020 with big plans. You had dreams of doing great ministry that had nothing to do with a global pandemic. Then March came, and all your plans had to change.  I know many … more

FIRST-PERSON: Big decisions

EL CAJON, Calif. (BP) -- When we are faced with uncertain times, we can find ourselves stuck in a holding pattern because we can't decide what to do. Margaret Thatcher said this about … more

Update

Most pastors are struggling with the regathering process because we are clearly in a time where strategic wisdom is required. First of all, I personally believe the enemy of the church is trying to … more

With a worsening pandemic, California bans singing in places of worship

(CNN)While you can still attend in-person church services in California, you can't sing. The state, to curb a rapidly worsening pandemic, has temporarily banned singing and chanting in … more

50th Anniversary of Lifeway Baptist Church, Vista

Sunday, June 21, 2020 will mark the 50th anniversary of the founding of Lifeway Baptist Church in Vista.  Plans for special services and events to commemorate Lifeway Church’s historic … more

‘Class of 2019’ church plants turn challenges into ministry opportunities

OAKLAND, Calif. (NAMB) — Church planting missionaries expect obstacles when launching new ministries in parts of North America that need gospel-proclaiming churches. For the “class of … more

In Times of Crisis, Pray and Help One Another

When times are difficult, never forget to say a prayer for ALL our men and women in uniform, their families, and our beloved veterans. Each earnest prayer said for those in need helps the downcast … more

Should Kids Wear Face Masks?

As businesses and restaurants begin reopening around the country, the most common measure to protect against COVID-19 is to wear a face mask while in public. In many states, this practice … more

Interim Guidance for Communities of Faith

CDC offers the following general considerations to help communities of faith discern how best to practice their beliefs while keeping their staff and congregations safe.  Millions of Americans … more

Faith Influencers Team Up to Give Class of 2020 a Special Send-Off

Like so much else that has changed because of the coronavirus, the class of 2020 will not get to experience a normal high school graduation. But Dare2Share founder Greg … more
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