SBC This Week

By Brandon Porter & Laura ErlansonReligion & Spirituality Christianity Government

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February 11, 2022Trustee reports from IMB & WMU; Ethnic fellowships affirm McLaurin
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Episode #364
Trustee reports from the International Mission Board and Woman’s Missionary Union are in this week, and a conglomerate of Southern Baptist ethnic fellowships have affirmed Willie McLaurin’s selection as interim president of the SBC Executive Committee.
News Recap
TRUSTEES: IMB celebrates early reports of record-breaking offerings – https://bit.ly/3GJQPfF
Churches continue to report exceeding Lottie Moon offering goals – https://bit.ly/34PyRuK
TRUSTEES: WMU celebrates ‘record-setting year’; updates building sale info – https://bit.ly/3rJc2ls
Ethnic fellowships affirm McLaurin as interim EC CEO – https://bit.ly/3rJOTPG
Southern Baptist Foundation gives 10% to Cooperative Program – https://bit.ly/34SczbF
Guidepost interviews EC staff, trustees and abuse survivors – https://bit.ly/33hFHZG
FBC Sutherland Springs massacre survivors awarded $230 million – https://bit.ly/3rKpHJc
NOBTS announces Barbara O’Chester Chair of Women’s Ministry and celebrates legacy – https://bit.ly/3rINAkk
Tennessee church named Non-Profit of Year, 95-year-old member is Citizen of Year – https://bit.ly/3BiKTsW
This Week in SBC History
Abuse of Faith Series Released
https://www.houstonchronicle.com/local/investigations/abuse-of-faith/
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.
Resources of the Week
Amy: The Body Keeps the Score
Jonathan: That Farm Life Podcast
35 min
February 04, 2022McLaurin named EC interim president; CP up 12% over budget
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Episode #363
Willie McLaurin has been named the interim president of the SBC Executive Committee becoming the first non-Anglo to lead an SBC entity. Also, giving through the Cooperative Program hit a milestone this month by topping $21 million for the month.
News Recap
McLaurin named SBC Executive Committee interim president/CEO – https://bit.ly/3HHLXJj
Agee announces retirement from CSBC – https://bit.ly/3gl22Z1
CP giving soars to more than 12% above budget – https://bit.ly/3rpVZJ5
48 IMB missionaries recognized at Sending Celebration – https://bit.ly/3rrkiGP
Oklahoma pastor Burleson announces Congressional bid – https://bit.ly/3rqNBt2
2022 SBC Annual Meeting messenger pre-registration, childcare registration open Feb. 1 – https://bit.ly/3rss3w9
This Week in SBC History
Wake Forest declines to serve as location for Bing Crosby movie
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/1425,05-Feb-1960.pdf
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.
Resources of the Week
Amy: Summit at 20
Jonathan: The Road to Anaheim
28 min
January 28, 2022Pearson to Leave EC; Sanchez Joins SWBTS Faculty
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Episode #362
Jeff Pearson, the CFO at the Executive Committee, is stepping away, and Juan Sanchez is joining the faculty at Southwestern.
News Recap
Pearson to resign as SBC Executive Committee CFO – https://bit.ly/3riTush
Hannibal-LaGrange president resigns – https://bit.ly/3g5dFTR
Sánchez joins SWBTS faculty – https://bit.ly/3g5dFTR
God’s provision and future decisions frame Lifeway trustee meeting – https://bit.ly/3g2zEel
Gov. Lee speaks at Psalm 139 dedication in Murfreesboro – https://bit.ly/32GH3Nb
This Week in SBC History
Life of Witnessing Begins at Age 98
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/6518,28-Jan-1988.pdf
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.
Resources of the Week
Amy: The Supremes
Jonathan: Terms of Service | BP excerpt
32 min
January 21, 2022AAEO materials available; SBC Pastors’ Conference to use historic pulpit
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Episode #361
The North American Mission Board released the 2022 Annie Armstrong Easter Offering promotional materials this week, and SBC Pastors’ Conference President Matt Henslee made a big announcement.
News Recap
Annie Armstrong Easter Offering promotional materials available https://bit.ly/3nObCYN
SBC Pastors’ Conference update – https://bit.ly/3H5ssKp
Newsom named Caskey Center director at NOBTS – https://bit.ly/3FOzd1u
NAMB celebrates 30-year ministry of Carlos Ferrer – https://bit.ly/3FP5wgI
This Week in SBC History
Clinton rescinds abortion policies; pro-lifers won’t retreat, Land says
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/7499,25-Jan-1993.PDF
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.
Resources of the Week
Amy: Wordle
Jonathan: Send Relief Human Trafficking Webinar
22 min
January 14, 2022Lifeway has a new home; EC to name interim president in February
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Episode #360
Lifeway haqs finalized its plans for a new headquarters just south of Nashville in Brentwood, Tenn. Also, the EC officers have announced their plan to name an interim president next month.
News Recap
Lifeway embraces future of work with upcoming move to new ‘teaming space’ – https://bit.ly/3IiMQIb
MBTS announces Dighton Chair; Rebekah Naylor class open to all – https://bit.ly/3KaQllt
https://join.swbts.edu/register/spring-audit
Recommendation for interim president to be made at EC February meeting – https://bit.ly/33mCB6u
NEWS DIGEST: Two arrested on charges related to sex abuse – https://bit.ly/3rjdidv
McRaney lawsuit will continue – https://bit.ly/33j3OqT
Baptist Press releases new weekday podcast – https://bit.ly/3nrn6kF
This Week in SBC History
William Wallace martyred
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/315,15-Jan-1951.pdf
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/50-years-after-bill-wallace-and-the-meaning-of-heroism/
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Discounted registration ends January 15, so reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.
Resources of the Week
Amy: Letter from a Birmingham Jail
Jonathan: Sanctity of Human Life Sunday
27 min
January 07, 2022CP giving up 10%; Tennessee church gives $425K to LMCO
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Episode #359
Cooperative Program giving is up more than 10% year over year, and Southern Baptists have another reason to cheer: a Tennessee church gave more than $425,000 to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering including a special $100,000 check presented to IMB President Paul Chitwood.
News Recap
CP giving finishes first quarter 10 percent above last year, 5 percent above budget – https://bit.ly/34ooNbP
Tennessee church presents Chitwood with $100,000 for Lottie offering – https://bit.ly/3t6Fkvy
Felix Cabrera joins SWBTS Hispanic Programs; Eric Smith joins SBTS faculty – https://bit.ly/3t6QFMa
Colorado Baptists respond to wind-driven fire destruction – https://bit.ly/3n6ZaTo
Jack MacGorman, long-time professor, SWBTS chapel namesake, dies at age 100 – https://bit.ly/3Fn9IF8
This Week in SBC History
Cow eats MK’s homework
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3312,06-Jan-1972.pdf
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Discounted registration ends January 15, so reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.
Resources of the Week
Amy: Psalms in 30 Days: CSB Edition
Jonathan: George Liele Sunday
23 min
December 31, 2021Questions for 2022 in the Southern Baptist Convention
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Episode #358
Amy and Jonathan look ahead to 2022 and ask their questions for the year.
Questions for 2022
What will be the outcome of the Guidepost investigation of the SBC Executive Committee’s handling of reports of sexual abuse?
Who will be elected to lead the ERLC and EC? Will we see more diversity in first and second chair roles in the SBC?
Will we top 10,000 messengers in Anaheim?
Will the upward trends in giving continue for CP, LMCO, and AAEO?
Will Southern Baptists become too affinity-based at the risk of sacrificing cooperation across the Convention?
How will social media continue to affect our cooperation?
As global tensions mount with Russia and China, what will be the impact on Southern Baptist missions efforts globally if political destabilization continues?
How will the Supreme Court rule on Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health and will that impact the legality of abortion in the United States?
How will the mass influx of new members to the EC affect the entity and the Convention?
What will be the surprise story of 2022?
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Discounted registration ends January 15, so reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.
22 min
December 27, 2021The Year in Review in the SBC
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Episode #357
Amy and Jonathan take a look back at the year in Southern Baptist life and answer their questions for the year.
Questions for 2021
How will the COVID-19 pandemic affect us in 2021?
Will we see more diverse first- and second-chair leaders?
What will the Annual Meeting look like?
Who will be nominated for SBC offices in Nashville?
How will the Send Conference be received in place of the pastors’ conference?
How will the major launch of Go2 affect sending numbers in coming years?
Will the AAEO rebound?
Will LMCO meet their 175M goal?
How will Southern Baptists respond to potential legislation from the Biden administration that could infringe on our beliefs and religious liberties?
What will be the surprise story of 2021?
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Discounted registration ends January 15, so reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.
Top Stories of the Year
2021 SBC Annual Meeting
Ed Litton elected SBC president
Leadership transitions
Baptism movement
Ongoing pandemic
SBC entity news
Strong giving
Disaster relief
State annual meetings
SBC Executive Committee third-party review
Resource of the Year
It’s Gonna Be Good, Y’all by Brenda Gantt
41 min
December 23, 2021Most Fascinating Southern Baptists of 2021
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Episode #356
Amy shares her 10 most fascinating Southern Baptists of the year, and there’s an update from the SBC Sexual Abuse Task Force.
News Recap
SATF update: Review, search terms in electronic documents underway – https://bit.ly/3Fox3q9
Longtime Baptist leader T.C. Pinckney dies – https://bit.ly/3yUOw7d
MBTS celebrates fall graduates; Dighton encourages students to remain faithful – https://bit.ly/32xm4vJ
SEBTS celebrates 237 fall graduates – https://bit.ly/3yR6szz
24 inmates awarded BA degree in pastoral ministry will serve NC prisons as ministers – https://bit.ly/32wQJtm
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Discounted registration ends January 15, so reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.
Ten Most Fascinating Southern Baptists of 2021
Susie Hawkins
Dana Hall McCain
Becky Chandler
Al Jackson
Mark Richt
Jonathan Buckner
Ron Crow
Ted Barrett
Frank Williams
Nathan Rostampour
44 min
December 17, 2021Tornadoes wreak havoc across Mid-South, Southern Baptists respond
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Episode #355
Tornadoes ripped across the Mid-South this past weekend and Southern Baptists have stepped up their relief efforts in response.
News Recap
Mid-South Tornadoes
Overnight storms leave death and destruction in five states – https://bit.ly/3p5ZXFQ
64 confirmed dead in Kentucky tornadoes; more than 100 unaccounted for – https://bit.ly/3yC9Eir
Southern Baptists establish relief sites, begin serving storm survivors – https://bit.ly/3E5RZQY
Financial gifts needed as Southern Baptists respond to December tornado outbreak – https://bit.ly/3yA60W4
Southern Baptists arriving to help in ‘mammoth’ tornado recovery – https://bit.ly/3dZz67I
GuideStone working to help storm victims – https://bit.ly/3yAfAs4
In tornado’s wake, a church and pastor turn to God, service – https://bit.ly/30AYNZr
Litton, Wright visit storm-ravaged town, see Southern Baptist cooperation ‘at its best’ – https://bit.ly/3F7K0nR
Stone withdraws lawsuit against Moore – https://bit.ly/30Bi3G5
Houston church records more than 1,100 decisions for Christ at Christmas performances – https://bit.ly/3FaiI0g
Lifeway India launches first-of-its-kind ‘Telugu Study Bible’ – https://bit.ly/3F4tVj2
Iorg presses graduates to ‘stand firm’ – https://bit.ly/30Dt7mc
Dew urged graduates to pursue Christ as their ultimate purpose – https://bit.ly/3p3p3F0
This Week in SBC History
Top Ten Stories from around the SBC in 1959
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/1403,19-Dec-1959.pdf
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Discounted registration ends January 15, so reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.
Resources of the Week
Amy: Rebekah: An American Surgeon in India
Jonathan: Send Relief
28 min