Thousands of volunteers needed in Houston
___By Ken Camp & Karen Simons
___Texas Baptist Communications
___HOUSTON--As Houston's need for immediate disaster relief in the wake of Tropical Storm Allison ends, the long period of recovery begins, according to Texas Baptists working in the area.
___Representatives of Union Baptist Association and the Baptist General Convention of Texas are establishing a process t o help congregations and families for at least the next 18 months.
___And thousands of volunteers are needed to clean and repair flood-damaged churches and homes throughout the Houston area, according to John LaNoue, flood recovery coordinator with Texas Baptist Men.
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Will churches recognize the power of one?
___By Mark Wingfield
___Managing Editor
___One may be the loneliest number, if Three Dog Night was right, but it's also becoming an increasingly popular number.
___New data from the 2000 U.S. Census confirms a trend that could have far-reaching impact on Texas Baptist churches: Single adults are becoming an ever-increasing part of the population.
___The trend is fueled not by divorce but by more young adults delaying marriage.
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Hispanic Convention adopts strategic plan and goals
___By Ken Camp
___Texas Baptist Communications
___ABILENE--Messengers to the 91st annual Hispanic Baptist Convention of Texas adopted a strategic plan that focuses on developing leaders, making resources accessible to churches and helping each church customize ministry to its community.
___Like the recently adopted strategic plan of the Baptist General Convention of Texas, the Hispanic convention's vision emphasizes being "the presence of Christ," and its goals place high priority on church health.
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