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Pinnacle continues cabin updates By Joe Westbury, Managing Editor Published March 12, 2009: Memories of the good old days at Camp Pinnacle will soon mean something entirely different for campers after this summer's season.
Dan Spencer to be nominated GBC president by Larry Wynn By J. Gerald Harris, Editor Published March 12, 2009: Larry Wynn, pastor of Hebron Baptist Church in Dacula, has informed The Christian Index that he intends to nominate Dan Spencer as president of the Georgia Baptist Convention at the annual meeting at First Baptist Church Woodstock in November.
Student track brings younger audience to evangelism conference By J. Gerald Harris, Editor Published March 12, 2009: Baptists came from as far south as Thomasville and as far north as Rock Spring to Blackshear Place Baptist Church to attend the state evangelism conference Feb. 23-24.
Seeds continue to sprout despite Guido's passing at 94 Published March 12, 2009: For years travelers on the way to Savannah have passed under the Michael Guido Bridge. Had they pulled off I-16 into this small south Georgia town, they could also have visited Guido Gardens and taken note of the water tower inscribed with "Home of the Sower."
Youngbloods join GBC staff Published March 12, 2009: Marty Youngblood will join the Church-Minister Relations staff of the Georgia Baptist Convention in May.
Every child deserves a loving home By Cecil Pruett, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Georgia Baptist Children’s Homes and Family Ministries, Inc. Published March 12, 2009: Clergyman Harold B. Lee once said, "The most important work you and I will ever do will be within the walls of our own homes."
SBC pastor killed in church shooting Published November 30, 1999: A Southern Baptist pastor was killed during a morning worship service March 8 by a gunman who reportedly suffered from mental illness caused by Lyme disease.
Maverick with a purpose Troup's McCollough honored as associational missionary of the year By Sherri Brown, Special to the Index Published March 12, 2009: Aaron McCollough, director of the Troup Baptist Association, was recently named associational missionary of the year by the Georgia Baptist Convention.
Ethnic leaders gather to network, learn about GBC resources By Joe Westbury, Managing Editor Published March 12, 2009: The third annual Ethnic Update Conference attracted nearly 60 ethnic pastors, leaders, and spouses from across the state to the Baptist Missions and Ministry Center on March 5-6. Representatives from Burndi, Hispanic, Arabic, Deaf, Romanian, Russian, Slavic, and Brazilian congregations attended.
Lent 2.0: No Facebook, no Twitter By Kelly Heyboer, c. 2009 Religion News Service Published March 12, 2009: Most days you can find college sophomore Adan Farrah on his laptop checking in with his classmates, looking at photos and updating his personal page on Facebook.
Holy Land pilgrims donate blood in record numbers By Michelle Chabin, c. 2009 Religion News Service Published March 12, 2009: Deep inside the bowels of the historic King David Hotel, below the luxury lounges and fine suites, a line of people is forming.
Harold Brown: 97 and going strong By J. Gerald Harris, Editor Published March 12, 2009: Harold Brown, born Feb. 2, 1912, has lived a long time, but he doesn't give anyone the impression that he is old.
NAMB commissions largest group ever First Baptist Rincon hosts historic gathering By Mickey Noah Published March 12, 2009: The North American Mission Board conducted the largest commissioning service in its history when 144 missionaries and chaplains were sent forth Feb. 22 at First Baptist Church in Rincon, about 20 miles north of Savannah.
Breakthrough could alter stem cell debate Published March 12, 2009: A bill that would drastically expand federal funding for embryonic stem cell research has been re-introduced in the Senate, but British and Canadian researchers announced a scientific breakthrough March 2 that could change the course of stem cell research and eventually make the ethical debate moot.
Suit targets control of Georgian-based ministry in FBI probe By Adelle M. Banks Published March 12, 2009: Angel Food Ministries, a Georgia-based ministry under investigation by the FBI, is being sued by two board members who seek to remove control of the organization from its founders.
Baptismal Assistance Project brings results By J. Gerald Harris, Editor Published March 12, 2009: Keith and Shirley Fordham and Joe and Kim Stanley responded to the call for help from pastor Joey Rainwater of Campbellton Baptist Church in Fairburn. Joey needed some full-time evangelists to help his church get out of a baptismal slump.
Dobson retires from ministry, but expected to keep an eye on politics By Adelle M. Banks, c. 2009 Religion News Service Published March 12, 2009: Focus on the Family founder James Dobson has resigned as chairman of the Colorado ministry he started 32 years ago, but will continue to host his daily radio broadcast and is expected to stay involved in national politics.
Crab-fishing pastor makes inroads on bayou By Michael McCormack Published March 12, 2009: The alarm sounds at 4 a.m. in Eddie Painter's house. In the village of Jean Lafitte, a tiny fishing community just south of New Orleans, the early November sunrise is still nearly two hours away.
Pilot's family grieves, knows 'God is sovereign' By Joni B. Hannigan, Florida Baptist Witness Published March 12, 2009: Marvin Renslow, the pilot of a commuter plane that crashed Feb. 12, left a "wonderful legacy" as his family's spiritual leader, Alan Burner, an associate pastor at First Baptist Church in Lutz, told the Florida Baptist Witness, newsjournal of the Florida Baptist Convention.
Dove nominees announced in 43 categories Published March 12, 2009: For the first time, fans will get to vote for Artist of the Year and New Artist of the Year for the Gospel Music Association's 40th annual Dove Awards.
200 years later, Lincoln's faith remains an enigma By Daniel Burke, c. 2009 Religion News Service Published March 12, 2009: Seven score and four years ago, Abraham Lincoln stood on the steps of the U.S. Capitol and said North and South alike must suffer for the sin of slavery.

Baptist News Summary

Hunt announces meeting theme; registration open Published March 12, 2009: Registration for messengers and local hotels is open for the June 23-24 Southern Baptist Convention annual meeting at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville.
Graham organization trims staff 10% Published March 12, 2009: The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association is reducing its staff by 10 percent, laying off 55 employees, according to a report in the Charlotte Observer.
Partnership allows churches discount for 'Fireproof' license Published March 12, 2009: Churches that purchase a movie license for the film "Fireproof" between now and the end of March can get a 10 percent discount thanks to a partnership between Outreach, Inc., and the North American Mission Board.
CP giving below '08 pace by 3.27% Published March 12, 2009: Year-to-date contributions through the Southern Baptist Convention's Cooperative Program are 3.27 percent below the same time frame last year, according to a news release from SBC Executive Committee President and Chief Executive Officer Morris H. Chapman.
Tornadoes, floods make 2008 busy year for SBC Disaster Relief Published March 12, 2009: Southern Baptist Disaster Relief staff and volunteers had barely closed the books on 2008's myriad of natural disasters when January's ice storms across America's midsection kicked 2009 off to a fast start.
Seminary and city partner to fight crime Published March 12, 2009: Leon Cannizzaro Jr., district attorney for Orleans Parish, noted the power of prayer during his first community outreach prayer breakfast, held at New Orleans Seminary Feb. 12.
Golden Gate scholarship named for missionary who died of cancer Published March 12, 2009: "Theresa Thompson was a dedicated young woman with an incredible passion for the nations," Golden Gate Seminary President Jeff Iorg said as he presented her parents, Gene and Marilyn Thompson, and her sister, Sheila Wilbanks, with a commemorative plaque Feb. 14 announcing the Theresa Thompson Endowed Scholarship for Career Missions.
Developer drops Gulfshore offer Published March 12, 2009: The proposed developer of the former Gulfshore Baptist Assembly has dropped an offer to purchase the beachfront property, citing a halting regulatory process and the declining economy.

Religious NewsBriefs

Soda made from cow urine in final stages to hit India soon, company says Published March 12, 2009: A new soft drink made from cow urine - considered sacred by many Hindus - is now undergoing laboratory tests in India and may hit store shelves soon.
Holy Land Christians angered by TV skit Published March 12, 2009: Holy Land Christians are in an uproar over a comedy skit that aired on Israeli television and portrayed the Virgin Mary as promiscuous.
Religious group joins fight to strip atheist provision from Arkansas constitution Published March 12, 2009: A religious liberty watchdog group has joined a campaign to strip the Arkansas Constitution of a provision that prohibits atheists from holding office and testifying in court.
Poll says religion now overtakes race as Great Britain's most divisive issue Published March 12, 2009: A government-sponsored opinion poll in Britain has found that religion has displaced race as the most divisive issue facing the nation.

People and Places

Obituaries Published March 12, 2009
Honors Published March 12, 2009
Ordinations Published March 12, 2009
Ministerial Moves Published March 12, 2009

Cooperative Program Stories

Offering a lifetime of learning By Sherri Brown, Communications, GBC Published March 12, 2009: If there's a little extra time in the day, James Mann heads for a nearby Books-A-Million for a cup of coffee and a stroll down the aisles and aisles of books.

Bible Study

Clear the Air By Joe McGee, Director of missions, Consolation Baptist Association Published March 12, 2009: Neh. 5:1-16
Related Sunday School Lesson, Bible Studies for Life, Mar 22
Hang in There By Joe McGee, Director of missions, Consolation Baptist Association Published March 12, 2009: Neh. 6:1-16
Related Sunday School Lesson, Bible Studies for Life, Mar 29

Columns

Stimulus package dooms the elderly & the chagrin of Mr. Penn By J. Gerald Harris, Editor Published March 12, 2009: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution recently reported that an assisted suicide sting had resulted in the arrest of four individuals connected with the Final Exit Network.
The Open Door By J. Robert White, Executive Director, GBC Published March 12, 2009: I wish to express a very special "Thank You" to Dr. Steve Parr and all of the Evangelism and Sunday School Ministry team for another outstanding Evangelism Conference.
Moving back home brings new, yet familiar, challenges By James Dobson Published March 12, 2009

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