Articles by Jessica King

On Sunday, June 7, Texas Baptists will present the 2026 Legacy Awards, celebrating the heritage of Texas Baptists, to Chris Simmons, pastor of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Dallas, and Joel Allison, retired chief executive officer of Baylor Scott & White Health.

FBC Dimmitt Pastor Jonathan Sullivan established a “Connect. Grow. Go.” mission/vision statement; seen increase in baptism average and ministry leadership. 

The May meeting of the Texas Baptists Executive Board was held on May 18-19 at Wayland Baptist University in Plainview, TX. Board directors heard ministry reports, giving and GC2 Strong process updates and approved three unique recommendations. 

Texas Baptists Communications welcomed Kalie Lowrie as their new director. Lowrie transitioned from her prior position as associate vice president for Communications and Alumni Engagement at Howard Payne University (HPU) early this spring.

University Baptist Church establishes missional focus through Pave, prioritizes prayer, sending laborers into the harvest. 

The Texas Baptist Missions Foundation (TBMF) celebrated 40 years of generosity in 2025. In ongoing celebration, TBMF has compiled a book that shares the history of the foundation’s work and stories of donors. 

The Texas Baptists Office of Cooperative Program welcomed Jeff Donnell as its new director. He transitioned from his prior position with the Adult Ministries Team at Lakepointe Church in Rockwall. He assumed the position on April 13.

This summer, Texas Baptists Music & Worship is holding its first annual Songwriting Competition. Director of Texas Baptists Music & Worship Tom Tillman said the contest provides a meaningful way to step into the music publishing space. 

April 27-29, Texas Baptists’ Discipleship & NextGen ministry hosted their annual Discipleship Leaders Retreat. With the theme “Growing Stronger Small Groups,” attendees received training in keynote sessions led by Rick Howerton, opportunities for rest and fellowship.