by Sharon Mager | Aug 25, 2025 | Revitalization
Like Father, Like Son By Sharon Mager COCKEYSVILLE, Md. — August 17 was a special day for Justin Manry and his father, John. Serving as interim pastor of Cockeysville Baptist Church for the past two years, John passed the mantle to Justin, who was called and...
by Sharon Mager | Aug 25, 2025 | Church Strengthening
Great News! If you missed the CLC or want to savor all of the workshop offerings, You can now purchase the CLC Audio Bundle on our website! Get access to over 20 practical workshops and all four main sessions from keynote speaker James Myers. Packed with leadership...
by Sharon Mager | Aug 25, 2025 | Evangelism, Family Ministry, Featured, missional impact, Missions, News Highlights, Obituaries, Revitalization, Youth
This month, read about anniversaries — churches celebrating decades of God’s faithfulness through struggles and victories. Churches are also celebrating baptisms, awards, and more. And, of course, there are transitions as pastors leave, are called to...
by Sharon Mager | Aug 22, 2025 | Featured, Perspective
Let Us Rejoice and Be Glad TodayBy Tom Stolle I’ve had the pleasure of attending a few milestone church anniversary celebrations this year. Middle River Baptist Church and Colonial Baptist Church, Randallstown, both celebrated 80 years. Elders Baptist Church,...
by Sharon Mager | Aug 18, 2025 | Featured, Revitalization
Emmanuel Baptist Church — God Grew the Church By Sharon Mager Emmanuel Baptist Church, Laurel, is alive. The congregation of over 250 sings with the praise team, engages with Pastor Byron Day during preaching, and serves locally and globally. But that wasn’t always...
