Milton A. Hollifield Jr.
A few years ago, my family moved into a suburban neighborhood in central North Carolina. We loved the tree-lined streets, the warmth of the old homes and the idea that our kids would grow up in a picturesque neighborhood....
Evan Blackerby
To North Carolina Baptist churches seeking to apply for loans under the Paycheck Protection Program provided by the CARES Act of 2020: We know that these have been strange days for those of us engaged in ministry through the...
John Bulter
Throughout the centuries, the church of our Lord Jesus Christ has flourished despite challenge, opposition and persecution. We see this in the biblical accounts of the early church in the Book of Acts. Whenever followers of Christ were persecuted...
Milton A. Hollifield, Jr.
As pastors and churches continue to adjust to the new norms, questions linger concerning the future of ministry. What does an impactful online Easter message look like with no attendance? Should believers observe the Lord’s Supper over an online...
BSCNC Communications
With news about COVID-19 dominating the headlines, churches are looking for resources to respond to the pandemic, as well as things that families can use at home. This month’s resources include a link to a host of items related...
BSCNC Communications
Just a few weeks ago, we went to work or school, came home, ate dinner and went to bed in a very ordinary way. And as a Sunday School or small group leader, we sought to grow our group...
Rick Hughes
Sunday, March 1 was a typical day. You went to church looking forward to group time, eager to share a theme that you had not only worked hard to prepare for, but that you were also excited to apply...
Rick Hughes
Many parents have suddenly expanded their parenting resumé to include the role of homeschool teacher. Deuteronomy 6:4-9 tells parents they are to teach their children about God throughout the rhythms of the day. What if you could combine teaching...
Cheryl Markland
The COVID-19 Pandemic Phase III Stimulus Package signed into law on Friday, March 27 by President Donald Trump will provide potential relief for churches and pastors, thanks to efforts by the Church Alliance, a national coalition of large and...
Baptist Press
The Baptist State Convention of North Carolina (BSCNC) and convention legal counsel will offer guidance and assistance to N.C. Baptist pastors and church leaders in the coming days regarding the impact on churches and other non-profits by the federal...
BSCNC Communications
Easter is the highlight of the Christian year—the culmination of the gospel story. Redemption. Resurrection. Eternal life. With churches not being able to celebrate Easter together due to social distancing and limits on public gatherings because of the coronavirus,...
Kenny Lamm
The coronavirus continues to dominate world news. How will churches emerge from the pandemic, particularly small to mid-size churches? Plus how can we pray and practice hospitality in these days? What about Easter? Learn more about these topics and...
BSCNC Communications
The Baptist State Convention of North Carolina (BSCNC) offices in Cary will remain closed to the public until further notice in an announcement made Wednesday, March 25. The majority of convention staff, with the exception of a limited number...
BSCNC Communications
COVID-19 is seemingly omnipresent. Its reach has stretched into more than 100 countries or territories, and the coverage is almost 24/7. There are no signs that normalcy will return anytime soon. Amid all of the uncertainty, what are some...
Josh Reed
If you made it past two weeks in your commitment to read through the Bible in 2019, congratulations, you are in the minority! Dubbed “Quitter’s Day,” new research has shown that most people give up on their New Year’s...
Brian Upshaw
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