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On the Move: Harrington

Staff changes noted for Central Baptist Church in Carthage.

02/03/2026 - By Staff / Baptist Standard

Health means caring for the whole pastor

Bobby Contreras and colleagues launched The Whole Pastor to support pastors’ holistic health—spiritual, mental, physical, relational, and financial—so they can thrive personally and sustain long-term ministry.

02/02/2026 - By Kendall Lyons / Baptist Standard

Josh Powell candidate for SBC president

Pastor Josh Powell will be nominated for Southern Baptist Convention president at the 2026 SBC annual meeting in Orlando.

02/02/2026 - By Brandon Porter / Baptist Press

Around the State: Free tuition program announced at UMHB

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor launches UMHB Promise, offering free tuition for eligible freshmen and transfer students starting fall 2026.

02/02/2026 - By Staff / Baptist Standard

Religious freedom violations continue in Burma/Myanmar

Christians in Burma/Myanmar continue to suffer systematic violations of religious freedom carried out by the military.

02/02/2026 - By Faith Pratt / Baptist Standard

Evangelicals divided over immigration tension

Evangelicals are increasingly divided over immigration, as faith-based advocacy to “welcome the stranger” faces backlash.

02/02/2026 - By Bob Smietana / Religion News Service

Obituary: Causey Esco Gram

Causey Esco Gram, pastoral and community leader, died Jan. 13. He was 77.

01/30/2026 - By Staff / Baptist Standard

Obituary: Mary Lou Ausmus Serratt

Mary Lou Ausmus Serratt, longtime denominational leader and former pastor’s wife, died Jan. 27. She was 87.

01/28/2026 - By Staff / Baptist Standard

Christian nationalism isn’t limited to US, scholars say

A University of Chicago Divinity School conference observes tension between Christianity as a moral force and a weapon for politics.

01/28/2026 - By Bob Smietana / Religion News Service

Speakers announced for African American Ministries conference

Michael Evans Sr., Tony Evans, and Delvin Atchison will be the evening keynote speakers at the African American Ministries Leading Up Leadership Conference.

01/28/2026 - By Kendall Lyons / Baptist Standard

On the Move: Keeney

Staff changes noted for First Baptist Church of Gatesville.

01/28/2026 - By Staff / Baptist Standard

Around the State: Baylor announces $30 million gift

Baylor University announced a $30 million gift from the Moody Foundation of Galveston to the university’s School of Education.

01/27/2026 - By Staff / Baptist Standard