NEWPORT — Pat Brown thought her ministry was over when Horace Brown, her husband of 37 years, died on Jan. 1, 2021. Brown served as pastor of 18 churches in South Carolina and Tennessee during his ministry and was director of missions for East Tennessee Baptist Association when he died. “When Horace died, I not only lost the love of my life, but I also lost ministry as I knew
FRANKLIN — The Committee on Boards and Committee on Committees have jointly developed forms for Tennessee Baptists to use in recommending individuals for service on Tennessee Baptist Convention boards or committees. Tennessee Baptists are strongly encouraged to go online at www.tnbaptist.org/boardrec to recommend fellow Tennessee Baptists to serve on the Tennessee Baptist Mission Board, one of the seven institutional boards of trust, or one of the eight convention committees, all
TBMB looks to build church-powered future for ministry FRANKLIN — From the chaos of craft tables to the joyful chorus of children’s voices accepting Christ, Vacation Bible School volunteers know they’re part of something transformative. And the Tennessee Baptist Mission Board leaders are doubling down on their commitment to keep this summer tradition thriving for generations to come. “Even today, VBS remains a significant part of most churchgoers’ spiritual journey
For 100 years, the Southern Baptist Convention’s Cooperative Program has been a cornerstone of mission work, uniting churches in their commitment to spreading the gospel. As the SBC celebrates this milestone, Dr. Ken Weathersby, a veteran leader in Baptist life, reflects on its history, impact, and the road ahead. A Calling to Ministry and Missions Dr. Weathersby’s journey into the Southern Baptist fold began when he answered the call to
PIGEON FORGE — The term “pastor burnout” has become an all-too-common part of the vernacular for those in ministry work. Bivocational pastors are often highly susceptible to this issue, perhaps even more so than their full-time colleagues. In an attempt to help bivocational pastors deal with some of the stress and hardships they face in ministry, the Tennessee Baptist Mission Board annually hosts a three-day retreat for the “bivo” ministers
JEFFERSON CITY – Carson-Newman University announced the addition of powerlifting to its list of student options for those looking to compete. The new offering, scheduled to begin in fall 2025, falls under the University’s Intercollegiate Recreational Sports Department, which already offers bass fishing, kayak fishing and archery. Carson-Newman didn’t have to go far for leadership experience, tapping C-N Director of Sports Jeff Boschman, who joined the University in 2020. Boschman,
GOTM donation allows clinic to buy new ultrasound machine FAYETTEVILLE — On Jan. 14, just shy of their five-year anniversary, Crossroads Pregnancy Clinic in Fayetteville celebrated a miracle. Through a generous donation made by a retired doctor through the Golden Offering for Tennessee Missions (GOTM), the clinic received a state-of-the-art ultrasound machine — a critical acquisition since their previous machine had stopped working last fall. “The way that God worked
HARTSVILLE — Hartsville is a small town in Middle Tennessee, located east of Gallatin in Trousdale County. “It is a beautiful place, but it can feel a little isolated,” said Drew Byers, lead pastor at Creekside Fellowship. (The nearest Walmart is 30 minutes away, depending on whether or not you meet a tractor, he added). Finding pregnancy care can be a challenge. “And yet, a woman who needs compassion and
McKENZIE — Beating Hearts Pregnancy Center in McKenzie celebrated the dedication of its new ultrasound machine on Jan. 15, a donation that was made possible through the Psalm 139 Project. While ultrasound machines are essential for pregnancy centers, proper training is crucial to maximize their effectiveness. The machine itself was funded through state resources between 2022 and 2023, but the critical training component came through what the center described as
Tennessee’s bivocational ministers gathered in the heart of the Smoky Mountains last month for a weekend of fellowship and renewal. The annual Bivocational Ministers & Wives Retreat in Pigeon Forge brought together church leaders who navigate both Sunday sermons and regular jobs. This year’s theme, “While We Can,” sparked discussions about seizing opportunities in both spiritual and secular worlds. The retreat offered these unique faith leaders a chance to share
NEWPORT — Pat Brown thought her ministry was over when Horace Brown, her husband of 37 years, died on Jan. 1, 2021. Brown served as
FRANKLIN — The Committee on Boards and Committee on Committees have jointly developed forms for Tennessee Baptists to use in recommending individuals for service on
TBMB looks to build church-powered future for ministry FRANKLIN — From the chaos of craft tables to the joyful chorus of children’s voices accepting Christ,
For 100 years, the Southern Baptist Convention’s Cooperative Program has been a cornerstone of mission work, uniting churches in their commitment to spreading the gospel.
PIGEON FORGE — The term “pastor burnout” has become an all-too-common part of the vernacular for those in ministry work. Bivocational pastors are often highly
JEFFERSON CITY – Carson-Newman University announced the addition of powerlifting to its list of student options for those looking to compete. The new offering, scheduled
GOTM donation allows clinic to buy new ultrasound machine FAYETTEVILLE — On Jan. 14, just shy of their five-year anniversary, Crossroads Pregnancy Clinic in Fayetteville
HARTSVILLE — Hartsville is a small town in Middle Tennessee, located east of Gallatin in Trousdale County. “It is a beautiful place, but it can
McKENZIE — Beating Hearts Pregnancy Center in McKenzie celebrated the dedication of its new ultrasound machine on Jan. 15, a donation that was made possible
Tennessee’s bivocational ministers gathered in the heart of the Smoky Mountains last month for a weekend of fellowship and renewal. The annual Bivocational Ministers &
