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Committee on Resolutions announced; Chayasirisobhon to be nominated for 1VP Feb 18, 2022

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Episode #365

Bart Barber has been selected to chair the 2022 SBC Committee on Resolutions, and Victor Chayasirisobhon was announced as a candidate for SBC first vice president. Also, there’s a big announcement to help countdown to SBC22.

News Recap
Barber to chair Committee on Resolutions for Anaheim meeting – https://bit.ly/3t9slaX
Victor Chayasirisobhon to be nominated for SBC first vice president – https://bit.ly/3uZZurT
‘We Proclaim Him’ to be theme of 2022 SBC Pastors’ Conference – https://bit.ly/3v0u7xh
TRUSTEES: NAMB celebrates partnerships, health benefits for church planters – https://bit.ly/3p0HJFf
NAMB again pursues SBC collegiate ministry assignment – https://bit.ly/3v7AChQ
GuideStone, NAMB partner to provide retirement, insurance for new church planters – https://bit.ly/3sT1Bv5
ERLC trustees select Guidepost for SBC sexual abuse assessment – https://bit.ly/3JAyLGl
SBC DIGEST: Mississippi, N.C. Baptists’ budget overages benefit partners – https://bit.ly/3p0HTMR
Skaug, Adams elected to new roles at SWBTS – https://bit.ly/3JzdKfi
NAMB church planter Luis Soto new Puerto Rico executive director – https://bit.ly/3LITaen
Cabrera named senior director of Send Network Español – https://bit.ly/3uWxrK0
2022 SBC entity ministry reports now available online – https://bit.ly/3v075Hc

This Week in SBC History
Chapman announced as new EC president
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/7394,18-Feb-1992.PDF
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

Resources of the Week
Amy: Kingdon Race Theology
Jonathan: Racial Reconciliation Webinar

Trustee reports from IMB & WMU; Ethnic fellowships affirm McLaurin Feb 11, 2022

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Episode #364

Trustee reports from the International Mission Board and Woman’s Missionary Union are in this week, and a conglomerate of Southern Baptist ethnic fellowships have affirmed Willie McLaurin’s selection as interim president of the SBC Executive Committee.

News Recap
TRUSTEES: IMB celebrates early reports of record-breaking offerings – https://bit.ly/3GJQPfF
Churches continue to report exceeding Lottie Moon offering goals – https://bit.ly/34PyRuK
TRUSTEES: WMU celebrates ‘record-setting year’; updates building sale info – https://bit.ly/3rJc2ls
Ethnic fellowships affirm McLaurin as interim EC CEO – https://bit.ly/3rJOTPG
Southern Baptist Foundation gives 10% to Cooperative Program – https://bit.ly/34SczbF
Guidepost interviews EC staff, trustees and abuse survivors – https://bit.ly/33hFHZG
FBC Sutherland Springs massacre survivors awarded $230 million – https://bit.ly/3rKpHJc
NOBTS announces Barbara O’Chester Chair of Women’s Ministry and celebrates legacy – https://bit.ly/3rINAkk
Tennessee church named Non-Profit of Year, 95-year-old member is Citizen of Year – https://bit.ly/3BiKTsW

This Week in SBC History
Abuse of Faith Series Released
https://www.houstonchronicle.com/local/investigations/abuse-of-faith/
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

Resources of the Week
Amy: The Body Keeps the Score
Jonathan: That Farm Life Podcast

McLaurin named EC interim president; CP up 12% over budget Feb 04, 2022

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Episode #363

Willie McLaurin has been named the interim president of the SBC Executive Committee becoming the first non-Anglo to lead an SBC entity. Also, giving through the Cooperative Program hit a milestone this month by topping $21 million for the month.

News Recap
McLaurin named SBC Executive Committee interim president/CEO – https://bit.ly/3HHLXJj
Agee announces retirement from CSBC – https://bit.ly/3gl22Z1
CP giving soars to more than 12% above budget – https://bit.ly/3rpVZJ5
48 IMB missionaries recognized at Sending Celebration – https://bit.ly/3rrkiGP
Oklahoma pastor Burleson announces Congressional bid – https://bit.ly/3rqNBt2
2022 SBC Annual Meeting messenger pre-registration, childcare registration open Feb. 1 – https://bit.ly/3rss3w9

This Week in SBC History
Wake Forest declines to serve as location for Bing Crosby movie
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/1425,05-Feb-1960.pdf
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

Resources of the Week
Amy: Summit at 20
Jonathan: The Road to Anaheim

Pearson to Leave EC; Sanchez Joins SWBTS Faculty Jan 28, 2022

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Episode #362

Jeff Pearson, the CFO at the Executive Committee, is stepping away, and Juan Sanchez is joining the faculty at Southwestern.

News Recap
Pearson to resign as SBC Executive Committee CFO – https://bit.ly/3riTush
Hannibal-LaGrange president resigns – https://bit.ly/3g5dFTR
Sánchez joins SWBTS faculty – https://bit.ly/3g5dFTR
God’s provision and future decisions frame Lifeway trustee meeting – https://bit.ly/3g2zEel
Gov. Lee speaks at Psalm 139 dedication in Murfreesboro – https://bit.ly/32GH3Nb

This Week in SBC History
Life of Witnessing Begins at Age 98
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/6518,28-Jan-1988.pdf
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

Resources of the Week
Amy: The Supremes
Jonathan: Terms of Service | BP excerpt

AAEO materials available; SBC Pastors’ Conference to use historic pulpit Jan 21, 2022

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Episode #361

The North American Mission Board released the 2022 Annie Armstrong Easter Offering promotional materials this week, and SBC Pastors’ Conference President Matt Henslee made a big announcement.

News Recap
Annie Armstrong Easter Offering promotional materials available https://bit.ly/3nObCYN
SBC Pastors’ Conference update – https://bit.ly/3H5ssKp
Newsom named Caskey Center director at NOBTS – https://bit.ly/3FOzd1u
NAMB celebrates 30-year ministry of Carlos Ferrer – https://bit.ly/3FP5wgI

This Week in SBC History
Clinton rescinds abortion policies; pro-lifers won’t retreat, Land says
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/7499,25-Jan-1993.PDF
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

Resources of the Week
Amy: Wordle
Jonathan: Send Relief Human Trafficking Webinar

Lifeway has a new home; EC to name interim president in February Jan 14, 2022

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Episode #360

Lifeway haqs finalized its plans for a new headquarters just south of Nashville in Brentwood, Tenn. Also, the EC officers have announced their plan to name an interim president next month.

News Recap
Lifeway embraces future of work with upcoming move to new ‘teaming space’ – https://bit.ly/3IiMQIb
MBTS announces Dighton Chair; Rebekah Naylor class open to all – https://bit.ly/3KaQllt
https://join.swbts.edu/register/spring-audit
Recommendation for interim president to be made at EC February meeting – https://bit.ly/33mCB6u
NEWS DIGEST: Two arrested on charges related to sex abuse – https://bit.ly/3rjdidv
McRaney lawsuit will continue – https://bit.ly/33j3OqT
Baptist Press releases new weekday podcast – https://bit.ly/3nrn6kF

This Week in SBC History
William Wallace martyred
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/315,15-Jan-1951.pdf
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/50-years-after-bill-wallace-and-the-meaning-of-heroism/
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Discounted registration ends January 15, so reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

Resources of the Week
Amy: Letter from a Birmingham Jail
Jonathan: Sanctity of Human Life Sunday

CP giving up 10%; Tennessee church gives $425K to LMCO Jan 07, 2022

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Episode #359

Cooperative Program giving is up more than 10% year over year, and Southern Baptists have another reason to cheer: a Tennessee church gave more than $425,000 to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering including a special $100,000 check presented to IMB President Paul Chitwood.

News Recap
CP giving finishes first quarter 10 percent above last year, 5 percent above budget – https://bit.ly/34ooNbP
Tennessee church presents Chitwood with $100,000 for Lottie offering – https://bit.ly/3t6Fkvy
Felix Cabrera joins SWBTS Hispanic Programs; Eric Smith joins SBTS faculty – https://bit.ly/3t6QFMa
Colorado Baptists respond to wind-driven fire destruction – https://bit.ly/3n6ZaTo
Jack MacGorman, long-time professor, SWBTS chapel namesake, dies at age 100 – https://bit.ly/3Fn9IF8

This Week in SBC History
Cow eats MK’s homework
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3312,06-Jan-1972.pdf
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Discounted registration ends January 15, so reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

Resources of the Week
Amy: Psalms in 30 Days: CSB Edition
Jonathan: George Liele Sunday

Questions for 2022 in the Southern Baptist Convention Dec 31, 2021

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Episode #358

Amy and Jonathan look ahead to 2022 and ask their questions for the year.

Questions for 2022
What will be the outcome of the Guidepost investigation of the SBC Executive Committee’s handling of reports of sexual abuse?
Who will be elected to lead the ERLC and EC? Will we see more diversity in first and second chair roles in the SBC?
Will we top 10,000 messengers in Anaheim?
Will the upward trends in giving continue for CP, LMCO, and AAEO?
Will Southern Baptists become too affinity-based at the risk of sacrificing cooperation across the Convention?
How will social media continue to affect our cooperation?
As global tensions mount with Russia and China, what will be the impact on Southern Baptist missions efforts globally if political destabilization continues?
How will the Supreme Court rule on Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health and will that impact the legality of abortion in the United States?
How will the mass influx of new members to the EC affect the entity and the Convention?
What will be the surprise story of 2022?
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Discounted registration ends January 15, so reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

The Year in Review in the SBC Dec 27, 2021

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Episode #357

Amy and Jonathan take a look back at the year in Southern Baptist life and answer their questions for the year.

Questions for 2021
How will the COVID-19 pandemic affect us in 2021?
Will we see more diverse first- and second-chair leaders?
What will the Annual Meeting look like?
Who will be nominated for SBC offices in Nashville?
How will the Send Conference be received in place of the pastors’ conference?
How will the major launch of Go2 affect sending numbers in coming years?
Will the AAEO rebound?
Will LMCO meet their 175M goal?
How will Southern Baptists respond to potential legislation from the Biden administration that could infringe on our beliefs and religious liberties?
What will be the surprise story of 2021?
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Discounted registration ends January 15, so reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

Resource of the Year

It’s Gonna Be Good, Y’all by Brenda Gantt

Most Fascinating Southern Baptists of 2021 Dec 23, 2021

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Episode #356

Amy shares her 10 most fascinating Southern Baptists of the year, and there’s an update from the SBC Sexual Abuse Task Force.

News Recap
SATF update: Review, search terms in electronic documents underway – https://bit.ly/3Fox3q9
Longtime Baptist leader T.C. Pinckney dies – https://bit.ly/3yUOw7d
MBTS celebrates fall graduates; Dighton encourages students to remain faithful – https://bit.ly/32xm4vJ
SEBTS celebrates 237 fall graduates – https://bit.ly/3yR6szz
24 inmates awarded BA degree in pastoral ministry will serve NC prisons as ministers – https://bit.ly/3 2 wQJtm
All the upheaval and disruption of the last two years has left many asking, “What does ministry look like now?” The Ministry Now Conference will answer this question. On March 22-24, experienced ministry leaders from across the nation will gather at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas, to explore how God’s churches can thrive in this ever-changing ministry context. Founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip God’s people in every area of ministry, this gathering will empower you to live your calling— wherever you serve God. So join us in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 22-24. Discounted registration ends January 15, so reserve your tickets now at swbts.edu/ministrynow2022.

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Resources of the Week
Amy: Kingdon Race Theology
Jonathan: Racial Reconciliation Webinar

Resources of the Week
Amy: The Body Keeps the Score
Jonathan: That Farm Life Podcast

Resources of the Week
Amy: Summit at 20
Jonathan: The Road to Anaheim

Resources of the Week
Amy: The Supremes
Jonathan: Terms of Service | BP excerpt

Resources of the Week
Amy: Wordle
Jonathan: Send Relief Human Trafficking Webinar

Resources of the Week
Amy: Letter from a Birmingham Jail
Jonathan: Sanctity of Human Life Sunday

Resources of the Week
Amy: Psalms in 30 Days: CSB Edition
Jonathan: George Liele Sunday

Top Stories of the Year
2021 SBC Annual Meeting
Ed Litton elected SBC president
Leadership transitions
Baptism movement
Ongoing pandemic
SBC entity news
Strong giving
Disaster relief
State annual meetings
SBC Executive Committee third-party review

Ten Most Fascinating Southern Baptists of 2021
Susie Hawkins
Dana Hall McCain
Becky Chandler
Al Jackson
Mark Richt
Jonathan Buckner
Ron Crow
Ted Barrett
Frank Williams
Nathan Rostampour