As SNAP benefits at risk, food pantries prepare

by Sharon Mager | Nov 3, 2025 | Compassion Ministry

As SNAP benefits at risk, food pantries prepare By Scott Barkley NASHVILLE (BP) – The uptick in those visiting The Good Samaritan Ministry began weeks ago, Wilma Erickson noticed. “It’s really almost doubled,” Erickson told Baptist Press Thursday (Oct. 30). “On...

Young Adults Gather at Skycroft for Worship, Rest and Renewal

by Sharon Mager | Nov 3, 2025 | Youth

Young Adults Gather at Skycroft for Worship, Rest and Renewal By Sharon Mager MIDDLETOWN, Md. — Following the success of the “ABA Big Event” youth gathering earlier this year, Arundel Baptist Association (ABA) pastors hosted a young adult retreat at Skycroft...

Hurricane Melissa set to be before/after event for Jamaica

by Sharon Mager | Oct 28, 2025 | Disaster Relief

Hurricane Melissa set to be before/after event for Jamaica By Scott Barkley NASHVILLE (BP) – Southern Baptist leaders are encouraging churches to pray for and consider how to contribute financially for those in the path of Hurricane Melissa. Melissa is a Category 5...

86-year-old takes 107th mission trip with IMB, but who’s counting

by Sharon Mager | Oct 27, 2025 | International Mission Board

86-year-old takes 107th mission trip with IMB, but who’s counting By Sue Sprenkle and Shane Adams Larry McCallon is 86 years old, but don’t tell the group of 13-year-old boys clustered around his table. Sure, they see him as an adult; after all, they respectfully call...

Disability Ministry Homecoming Dance Brings Joy

by Sharon Mager | Oct 27, 2025 | disability ministry

Disability Ministry Homecoming Dance Brings Joy   By Sharon Mager   BERLIN, Md. — On Friday, Oct. 24, Berlin First Baptist Church hosted a homecoming dance for individuals with disabilities. Partnering with nearby Fathom Church, the dance was held in Fathom’s spacious...