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  Brothers immersed in disaster response after flood

  The Wheat brothers are well-known as ministers in this part of the Texas Hill Country. Robert serves as director of missions for Hill Country Baptist Association, while his brother John is pastor of Trinity Baptist Church in Kerrville.

  07/13/2025 - By Russ Dilday and Tim Miller / Texans on Mission

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  Texans on Mission chaplains care for flood survivors

  Seven Texans on Mission chaplains are ministering to people dealing with the aftermath of the deadly Hill Country flash flood on July 4.

  07/13/2025 - By Russ Dilday and Tim Miller / Texans on Mission

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  Baylor grant decision draws support, disappointment

  More than 60 Texas Baptist pastors and church leaders endorsed an open letter of support for Baylor University’s decision to return a grant for the study of the “disenfranchisement and exclusion of LGBTQIA + individuals and women” in churches, while the grant-issuing foundation issued a statement expressing disappointment.

  07/11/2025 - By Ken Camp / Managing Editor

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  Students serve families affected by storms in Southeast Texas

  About 60 students and sponsors from churches across Texas showed up in Nederland to volunteer with Bounce, a student disaster recovery ministry. Middle and high school youth gathered at First…

  07/10/2025 - By Kendall Lyons / Baptist Standard

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  Bilingual VBS week a ‘kingdom movement’

  BRYAN (BP)—Desiring to reach kids with the gospel no matter their language or background, First Baptist Church in Bryan hosted two Vacation Bible Schools this year—a daytime VBS in English…

  07/09/2025 - By Leann Callaway

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  Longtime Texas Baptist pastor David Dykes died at age 72

  David Dykes, longtime pastor of Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler, died July 3 after a brief time under hospice care. He was 72.

  07/07/2025 - By Calli Keener / Baptist Standard

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  Texas Baptists respond to deadly Hill Country floods

  Texas Baptists responded with prayers and support when flash floods July 4 led to a devastating loss of life and substantial damage.

  07/07/2025 - By Kendall Lyons / Baptist Standard

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  Grant to Baylor Social Work spurs questions (Updated)

  Baylor University recently announced a grant focused on the study of the “disenfranchisement and exclusion of LGBTQIA+ individuals and women” in churches.

  07/03/2025 - By Eric Black / Editor

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  Liderazgo y gratitud destacan Convención 2025

  Los asistentes a la reunión anual de la Convención 2025 se reunieron en FBC Duncanville para celebrar a los líderes de larga data, a los nuevos líderes y a las bendiciones financieras.

  07/02/2025 - By Kendall Lyons / Baptist Standard

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  Texas Baptists celebran la educación superior hispana

  Texas Baptists honraron a estudiantes y líderes educativos hispanos durante un banquete en la Primera Iglesia Bautista de Duncanville.

  07/02/2025 - By Kendall Lyons & Eric Black / Baptist Standard

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  Texas Baptists celebrate Hispanic higher education

  Texas Baptists honored Hispanic students and education leaders during a fundraising banquet at First Baptist Church in Duncanville.

  07/02/2025 - By Kendall Lyons & Eric Black / Baptist Standard

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  Leadership and gratitude highlight 2025 Convención

  Convención 2025 annual meeting attendees gathered at FBC Duncanville to celebrate longtime leaders, new leaders, and financial blessings.

  07/02/2025 - By Kendall Lyons / Baptist Standard