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2016 African American Fellowship and Evangelism Conference Highlights

Jul 12, 2016

The 2016 African American Fellowship and Evangelism Conference was held from June 27-July 1 at Friendship Baptist Church in The Colony.

Highlights from 2016 Hispanic Convencion

Jul 5, 2016

The Hispanic Baptist Convention of Texas Annual Meeting was held June 26-28 at Park Cities Baptist Church in Dallas. 

Texas Baptists bring BSM to Guadalajara University

Jun 20, 2016

Home to over 116,000 students, the University of Guadalajara lies in Guadalajara, the state capital of Jalisco, Mexico, which has a mere 1% Christian population.

Texas Baptists honor Sam Prestidge and Tillie Burgin with Legacy Awards

Jun 6, 2016

It was a historic day in a historic town as Samuel W. Prestidge, Jr., retired director of Church Music for Texas Baptists, and Tillie Burgin, founder of Mission Arlington, were honored with the 2016 Texas Baptists Legacy Award.

Executive Board hosts graduation of emerging young leaders, revises administrative support policies

May 25, 2016

On Monday night of the May 23-24 Executive Board meeting of the Baptist General Convention of Texas, ten individuals received trophies and certificates of graduation from the first cohort of Leadership Texas Baptists.

Struck by tragedy, family learns to be grateful for each new day

May 23, 2016

The Blanco River was only supposed to rise to 17 feet the night of May 23, 2015, but Theresa Graves felt an uneasiness. She opted to stay awake while her family slept peacefully in their riverside Wimberley house.

What the new overtime regulation means for your church

May 19, 2016

On May 17, 2016, the Obama administration announced that it will increase the salary threshold for determining if an employee is eligible for overtime pay to $47,476.00 annually.

Youth compete for top spot at 2016 State Bible Drill and Speakers’ Tournament

May 11, 2016

During the month of April, 819 youth representing, 115 Texas Baptist churches, showcased their talents in finding and reading Bible verses and reciting speeches through five regional Bible Drill and Speakers’ Tournaments.

Golf Classic raises $15,000 to help promote positive mental health through counseling

May 6, 2016

Stepping out on the green with golf clubs in hand and friends beside is not only beneficial to physical health but also promotes positive mental health, according to Texas Baptists Director of Counseling Services Katie Swafford, M.A., L.P.C.-S.

Congreso youth compelled to be changemakers

Apr 29, 2016

“When you’re young and you love Jesus, the world cannot handle you,” New York youth minister Daniel Sanabria, said to a crowd of over 3,000 youth at Congresso on April 22-24 at the Ferrell Center at Baylor University.

Sam Prestidge and Tillie Burgin to receive 2016 Legacy Awards

Apr 27, 2016

Countless Texas Baptist men and women have dedicated much of their lives to ministry in Texas, setting an example of faithful servitude and passion for spreading the Gospel.

Fire for evangelism great amongst growing Hispanic community

Apr 21, 2016

According to the 2010 census, 38 percent of Texas’ population was Hispanic. That percentage is likely higher now and is projected to increase in years ahead, creating a greater opportunity for evangelism in and amongst the Hispanic community.

Youth group travels to minister’s hometown to rebuild flood-damaged homes

Mar 31, 2016

When Bobby Catt, minister of students at First Baptist Church in San Angelo, discovered a student mission trip opportunity in Wimberley, he knew he had to sign up his youth group right away.

Houston's brokenness: College students respond to the mega city's greatest needs

Mar 24, 2016

Home to nearly 2.2 million people, Houston is labeled the fourth most populous city in the nation and has over 145 languages spoken. Along with its large population and immense diversity comes more startling statistics:

Texas Baptists names new director of African American Ministries

Mar 10, 2016

Dr. Roy Cotton, from Dallas, has been named Director of African American Ministries for Texas Baptists.

New facility brings new opportunities for North Texas BSM

Mar 2, 2016

Friends, alumni and students of the University of North Texas Baptist Student Ministry (BSM) celebrated the grand opening of of new, fully funded $2.3 million BSM building on Saturday.

Executive Board approves preventative education and training regarding clergy sexual misconduct

Feb 25, 2016

In a proactive approach to address clergy sexual misconduct through prevention education and training, the Executive Board of the Baptist General Convention of Texas voted to revise current policy at the recent February 22-23 board meeting.

Texas Baptists welcomes new team lead for Music and Worship

Feb 19, 2016

From an early age, Tom Tillman learned he had a natural musical ability. Since then, his life has encompassed a vast array of musical experiences.