Russian/Ukrainian multiethnic church sees Gospel reconciliation as war lingers
TACOMA, Wash. (BP) – As lead pastor of Good News Church in Tacoma, Moscow-born Vasiliy Stupin appreciates the reconciling power of the Gospel among the church’s 800 or so members and attendees from Russia, Ukraine and elsewhere in Europe.
For Jason and Ty Simpson, trusting God became the real game plan
MARTIN, Tenn. (BP) – Jason Simpson remembers the “aha” moment for his son, Ty.
Dallas-area churches use Thanksgiving as opportunity for ‘Serving Irving’
IRVING, Texas – It may not be the most populous at 255,000 people, but Irving, Texas, just may be the most diverse city in the nation. A 2012 study by a real estate website named 75038, the zip code in North Irving, the most diverse zip code in the United States.
Bible Study: Growing through life’s challenges
None of us enjoy problems. We imagine that a life free from trouble would bring us peace and happiness. Yet, life doesn’t work that way. Problems are an inescapable part of our human experience.
This fuzzy fruit shows no signs of spoilage among CentriKid campers
NASHVILLE (BP) – He’s had a knack for getting into jams that leave others ripe with frustration for over a decade. That said, his antics give the morning some flavor even if they leave one question unanswered.
Native American Christians honor leaders, search for men to replace them
BIXBY, Okla. – Two men from the Muscogee Creek Nation were honored as “Native American Trailblazers” during the recent regional meeting of the Fellowship of Native American Christians.
‘Devil’s playground’ in Chicago is church’s ministry base
CHICAGO (BP) – Overdose deaths, homicides, gang violence, prostitution and political corruption are rampant in Chicago’s Garfield Park, but God called Jamie Thompson to plant a church “right in the middle of the devil’s playground.”
Texas church’s Christmas Store helps families connect with true meaning of Christmas
COPPELL, Texas – For one week each December, the fellowship hall at Valley Ranch Baptist Church in Coppell, Texas, turns into a Christmas shopping destination through its annual “Christmas Store.”
Scott Foshie candidate for Illinois executive director
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Scott Foshie will be presented to the Illinois Baptist State Association (IBSA) Board of Directors as the nominee for the position of executive director during a special-called board meeting Tuesday, Dec. 9. Foshie was selected by a search committee of 11 members of the IBSA Board of Directors after an eight-month search and screening process.
Tokyo Deaflympics provides abundant Gospel opportunities
The line into one of the stadiums at Tokyo’s Komazawa Olympic Park stretched out the door and down the street. The crowd waited patiently in the crisp fall air for a chance to watch the volleyball semifinals at Deaflympics, a worldwide event that brings Deaf athletes together to compete every four years.
