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News

Learning to think outside the box in Seattle
New church will launch Easter Sunday
By Joe Westbury, Managing Editor
Published April 8, 2004

The paying crowds will not arrive until later in the afternoon, but an audience of another nature is already passing through the front door of the Regal Issaquah 9 Cinema theatre complex.

Legislators grant Georgians right to vote on marriage amendment
By Gerald Harris, Editor
Published April 8, 2004

The Georgia House of Representatives voted in favor of the state constitutional marriage amendment on March 31st on the 38th day of the forty-day legislative session. The measure, which required a vote of two-thirds of the House, got two votes more than the 120 needed for approval.

Lake Placid church thrives under leadership of Georgian Derek Spain
By Gerald Harris, Editor
Published April 8, 2004

Derek Spain, who served as the pastor of the student ministry at Hebron Baptist Church in Dacula, sensed the call of God to become pastor of the struggling First Baptist Church in Lake Placid, New York. At Hebron, a strong and influential church in the greater Atlanta area, Spain had the responsibility of directing an expansive ministry including more than 850 middle school-to-college age students.

A photographer's journey between two worlds
A question of gender; an answer at Easter
By Robin Nelson, Special
Published April 8, 2004

From as far back as I can remember, I was certain God had made a mistake. I was never sure what little boys were supposed to be, but I didn’t think I was supposed to be one. I tried hard to fit in, but there was always a sense that I would never be like other boys. I can still recall the nights I looked up at the stars from my bedroom window, pleading with God to make things right. I wasn’t quite six years old.

Using God-given talents for His glory
Published April 8, 2004

Over the course of a thirty-year career in photography, Robin Nelson has told many stories through pictures ranging from tragedy to triumph.

Georgia NewsBriefs

SBC messenger cards for Indianapolis meeting to be mailed in early May
Published April 8, 2004

This year, Georgia Baptist churches will have two options for messenger registration at the SBC annual meeting held June 15-16 in Indianapolis.

GBC president announces members of 2004 Committee on Nominations
Published April 8, 2004

Georgia Baptist Convention President Tony R. Dickerson has announced the members of the 2004 Committee on Nominations.

Religious NewsBriefs

Hymnist Sydney Carter dead at 88
Published April 8, 2004

Sydney Carter, who wrote one of the 20th century’s best known and loved hymns, died March 13. He was 88.

Religious leaders urge prayer, calm in Kosovo after new violence erupts
Published April 8, 2004

Religious leaders are calling for calm in Kosovo after clashes between Albanians and Serbs left more than 100 Serbian houses and 16 churches burned and at least 28 people dead.

The Passion of Christ draws crowds in Jordan
Published April 8, 2004

The Passion of the Christ made its Middle East debut in Amman, Jordan on March 16 with crowds of Christians and Muslims flocking to see the film.

Tammy Faye Messner, ex-wife of Jim Bakker, diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer
Published April 8, 2004

Tammy Faye Messner, who used to lead the Praise the Lord (PTL) ministry with ex-husband Jim Bakker, has announced she has inoperable lung cancer.

Catholic fans strike out on eating hot dogs at Red Sox opener after Archdiocese’s refusal
Published April 8, 2004

Catholic fans of the Boston Red Sox will have to settle for peanuts and Cracker Jacks for the team’s season opener on Good Friday after the Archdiocese of Boston refused to change the no-meat-on-Fridays rule.

People and Places

Anniversaries
Published April 8, 2004

Ordinations
Published April 8, 2004

Dedications and Celebrations
Published April 8, 2004

Ministerial Moves
Published April 8, 2004

Cooperative Program Stories

Building a legacy one child at a time
By Sherri Brown, Communications, GBC
Published April 8, 2004

There aren’t many people at Midway Church in Baxley who remember when Lennie McDaniel didn’t teach Sunday School.

Bible Study

Church Builder
By Wayne Bray, Pastor, Oak Hill Baptist Church, Millen
Published April 8, 2004

Is it an atmosphere of excitement and purpose, a noticeably spotless facility, or a well- prepared presentation? Could it be an impressive menu of ministry benefits or a culturally relevant blend of message and music? Is it the hair style of the preacher or the illumination of the sign in the front yard? Might it be linked to the testimony of a few well-known celebrities? Perhaps the pocketbook of several wealthy givers is to be partially credited. What could it be that sets the New Testament church apart from other organizations?

Returning King
By Wayne Bray, Pastor, Oak Hill Baptist Church, Millen
Published April 8, 2004

While attending New Orleans Seminary, my family was confronted with a new definition of “bad weather.” Having lived in Georgia all our lives, we had no idea how powerful tropical storms could be. On one occasion, as a hurricane was pressing down on the swampy banks of the Louisiana coast, I sent my wife and small 6-month-old boy home to Georgia, while I worked through the night.

Columns

The World's Greatest Comeback
By J. Gerald Harris, Editor
Published April 8, 2004

History has recorded some spectacular comebacks. Just five years ago news came from the Atlanta Braves training camp that Andres Galarraga had been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in his lower back.

Parenting in suburbia
By Trey Graham
Published April 8, 2004

Politicians have targeted a key constituent group known as “soccer moms” in recent years. This group of female voters symbolizes suburban parents who are known for being zealous in their child-rearing, working hard to provide the best of everything for their kids.

The Open Door
By J. Robert White, Executive Director, GBC
Published April 8, 2004

Last week I traveled to Dallas, Texas for a meeting at the Annuity Board. At the Dallas/Ft. Worth airport, I boarded a bus to be taken to the car rental area. There was a pretty good crowd on the bus already, and we made several stops at various airline areas to pick up and drop off passengers.

Seeds From The Sower
By Michael Guido
Published April 8, 2004

A gentleman left a rake and a hoe to be fixed. When he picked them up, he handed the mechanic some money. But the mechanic refused it.

Communicating with teens tries everyone's patience
By James Dobson
Published April 8, 2004

Forum

Affirms use of vocational evangelists
By Jon Sullivan, pastor, Green Fork Baptist Church, Perkins
Published April 8, 2004

We have just completed what may be the most awesome revival in our church’s 156-year history.