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YOUTH VENTURE PARTICIPANTS DEVELOP MISSIONAL LIFESTYLE

March 24, 2026

Editor’s note: The last names of the teens in this story were not published for safety reasons. FRANKLIN — In 2021, Tennessee Woman’s Missionary Union (TN WMU) launched the TN Youth Venture Team, an initiative for 10th-12th-grade students who are actively involved in missions. From those who applied, TN  WMU chose 4-6 students from across the state to serve each … [Read More...]

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SOUTHERN BAPTISTS REMEMBER, GIVE THANKS FOR STEVE GAINES

March 23, 2026

NASHVILLE (BP) – Friends, family, and numerous others impacted by the ministry of Steve Gaines poured out their thoughts and remembrances after learning of his … [Read More...]

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WHY CHURCH MEMBERS NEED THE B&R

March 24, 2026

Since 1835, the Baptist & Reflector has told the story of Tennessee Baptists. Through wars, cultural shifts, and seasons of ministry growth, the paper has … [Read More...]

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2026 SBC ANNUAL MEETING SCHEDULE RELEASED

March 23, 2026

ORLANDO (BP) – A preliminary schedule for the 2026 SBC Annual Meeting June 9-10 in Orlando was released Today (March 10) by the Southern Baptist Convention’s … [Read More...]

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APRIL 5: OUR TASK

March 23, 2026

Focal Passage: Matthew 15:1-11, 16-20 Some news changes everything. Maybe it’s a doctor telling you, “The tests came back clear,” or it’s a soldier hearing, … [Read More...]

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FORMER BELLEVUE PASTOR AND SBC PRESIDENT DIES AT 68

March 20, 2026

The Rev. Steve Gaines, longtime pastor of Bellevue Baptist Church in Memphis and a former president of the Southern Baptist Convention, died March 20, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. He was 68. Gaines served as pastor of Bellevue for more than two … [Read More...]

MISSION: REACHING FELLOW OFFICERS

March 20, 2026

Retired policeman in Chattanooga shares love of Jesus  through ‘FCPO’    CHATTANOOGA — The death of Paul Lee’s mother changed everything. That was it. That was the thing that drove Lee over an emotional and spiritual cliff. The big, tough, cynical … [Read More...]

EIGHT WAYS TO ‘SERVE’ FIRST RESPONDERS

March 20, 2026

Mission fields are everywhere, and your community has an important one. Your local law enforcement community is often overlooked, but your church can make an impact. Here are eight ways your church can support officers. 1. Pray intentionally and publicly Set … [Read More...]

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