Peanut Butter & Jelly and a Heart for the Hurting

by Sharon Mager | Nov 24, 2025 | Compassion Ministry

Peanut Butter & Jelly and a Heart for the Hurting: A Ministry Takes Root By Sharon Mager DUNDALK, Md. — It was a chilly, damp morning on Nov. 22, just days before Thanksgiving, when John Hormess arrived at Creekside Community Church, Dundalk, to prepare for the...

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...

Tom Stolle: Compassion Ministry — God, Open Our Eyes!

by Sharon Mager | Oct 15, 2025 | Compassion Ministry

Tom Stolle: Compassion Ministry — God Open Our Eyes! By Tom Stolle Gary Lambertson died on October 12, 2025. I didn’t know Gary. I was going to meet Gary at The Gathering in Ocean City. He was excited to attend and proclaim his joy about being saved to all in...

FBC Mt. Ranier Partners With Nana’s House to Serve Vulnerable Women and Children

by Sharon Mager | Sep 16, 2025 | Uncategorized

FBC Mt. Ranier Partners With Nana’s House to Serve Vulnerable Women and Children By Sharon Mager Mt. RANIER, Md. — First Baptist Church of Mt. Ranier has partnered with Nana’s House, a non-profit that lovingly provides diapers, wipes, clothing, formula and other...

Canvas Church Commits to Serving People Experiencing Homelessness

by Sharon Mager | Aug 15, 2025 | Church Planting, Compassion Ministry

Canvas Church Commits to Serving People Experiencing Homelessness By Brandon Elrod SALISBURY, Md. – Sometimes, revival means listening for the cries of those in need and reminding them of their value, even if it means making some uncomfortable adjustments. “We started...