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Baptist News Summary - Oct. 19, 2019

Posted Monday, October 21, 2019 7:00 am

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Winter storm spreads across the Deep South, creating icy danger and snowy fun

A major storm spread heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain across the southern United States on Wednesday, breaking snow records and treating the region to unaccustomed perils and wintertime joy.

House passes immigrant detention bill named for slain Georgia student Laken Riley

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House on Wednesday gave final approval to a bill that requires the detainment of unauthorized immigrants accused of theft and violent crimes, marking the first legislation that President Donald Trump can sign as Congress, with bipartisan support, swiftly moved in line with his plans to crackdown on illegal immigration.

Thursday thoughts: The decay of sin

I was always taught not to use the word "hate," so I will just say I "strongly dislike" going to the dentist. It has nothing to do with my dentist or hygienist, who I totally love. It just has to do with the sounds and feel of them working on my teeth.

Jason Loudermilk’s vision for West Metro is designed to provide genuine help to his association of churches

AUSTELL, Ga. — It has been said that Baptist Associations are “first responders.” When a need or a problem arises in a local church, the association’s leadership is already familiar with the geographic location and spiritual health of the member churches and can quickly respond with concern and assistance. Associations are also resource hubs and can often provide the specific needs that a local church requires.

Nearly 6,000 college students attend Salt Company's 10th annual conference

DES MOINES, Iowa (BP) – About 6,000 college students were challenged to use their lives for the cause of Christ at the recent Salt Company conference.

Golf carts impact the nations, support missionaries

A South Carolina business found a unique way to support International Mission Board missionaries. Golf Carts.

Baptist News Summary - Oct. 19, 2019

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Georgia businessman Ricardo Avila resigns seat on SBC …

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Southern Baptist minister doubles as umpire in this …