States Report Cooperative Program Increases (Including BCM/D)

by Sharon Mager | Feb 16, 2026 | Baptist Press, Cooperative Program

States Report Cooperative Program Increases (Including BCM/D) By Scott Barkley Note from BCM/D Executive Director Tom Stolle: We are thankful for the churches that partner with us so that churches can be equipped and resourced, and the gospel can be shared, and many...

Tom Stolle: 2026 is the Year of Analysis

by Sharon Mager | Feb 11, 2026 | Administrative/Financial, Word From Executive Director

Tom Stolle: 2026 is the Year of Analysis I’ve officially called 2026 BCM/D’s “Year of Analysis.” That may not sound exciting, but it’s important. What we’re doing this year will have a significant impact on BCM/D’s future. Looking back, 2025 was our “Year of...

The Gates Church sees youth as world changers now

by Sharon Mager | Feb 11, 2026 | Children's Ministries, Youth

The Gates Church sees youth as world changers nowBy Sharon Mager ARMISTEAD GARDENS, Md. — The Gates Church, tucked in the back of the Armistead Gardens neighborhood in Baltimore City, is intentionally focusing on children and youth — not as the future of the church,...

Social media post deemed racist receives Southern Baptist response

by Sharon Mager | Feb 9, 2026 | Baptist Press

Social media post deemed racist receives Southern Baptist response By Brandon Porter WASHINGTON (BP) – Southern Baptist leaders pointed to the evils of racism following a now deleted post on Pres. Trump’s social media page Friday. “Nearly all of the 62-second clip...

7 Ways to Welcome Families with Disabilities to Your Church

by Sharon Mager | Feb 9, 2026 | Disability ministry

7 Ways to Welcome Families with Disabilities to Your Church By Amber Stewart You’re a pastor or leader of a church, and your main priority is making sure that every person who steps (or rolls) inside feels welcomed and loved. Typically, showing people you’re happy...