Christians Aren’t Immune to Depression
by Victoria York Recognize that seeking professional help and trusting God can go hand-in-hand. In the Winter of 2006-2007 during an especially sorrowful and stressful period, I plummeted into a mental state unlike anything I've experienced before or since. This was...
Hardened marine ‘rocked’ by loss, surrenders to Christ
By Paul F. South FLOWER MOUND, Texas (BP) -- As a drill instructor, Brandon Graham barked orders, broke recruits and turned out battle-ready Marines. He was fierce, tough and fearless, with crass language and harsh treatment all part of the package. That all began to...
Chris McRae Hired as BCI Discipleship Team Leader
Chris McRae Hired as BCI DISCIPLESHIP TEAM LEADER – November 10, 2014 The Baptist Convention of Iowa would like to assist churches by providing an experienced Discipleship Team Leader. The goal is to develop a team to consult with pastors and other ministry leaders in...
The Church “Stand and Greet” Time
by Chuck Spindler In my church tradition (Southern Baptist Convention), the welcome time has always been incorporated into the worship service. It varies from church to church, but it is typically a time when members and guests stand and offer and hand-shake and a...
Lone Star biker rally to draw Gospel outreach
by Karen L. Willoughby GALVESTON (BP) -- Now in its 13th year, the Lone Star Rally is touted as the largest weekend motorcycle rally in North America. At least 400,000 bikers, wannabes and gawkers are anticipated to roar into Galveston, Texas --- population 48,000 --...
Iowa Baptists Enter a 50-50 Cooperative Program Split
By Dave Miller Today, at our annual meeting in Des Moines, the Baptist Convention of Iowa voted to adopt a budget that includes a true 50-50 split of Cooperative Program funds. Starting in the new budget, 50% of our CP money will go to the Executive Committee to fund...
BCI Announces New Logo
We are pleased to reveal the new logo for the Baptist Convention of Iowa (BCI) today. This logo better symbolizes the mission of the BCI. We exist to support Iowa churches to be the church, representatives of the truth and love of Jesus Christ, among our friends and...
Veterans Day: Iraq war veteran to plant church in Washington state
By Tobin Perry YAKIMA, Wash. (BP) -- Michael Johnson learned a million little things in the U.S. Army. He learned to make his bed Army-style. He learned to march in the Army band. He learned to shoot an M-16 rifle and throw a grenade. But maybe the most important...
Pastor Gilmer Mauricio Celebrates One Year Anniversary in Cedar Rapids
Pastor Gilmer Mauricio and his family arrived from South America on November 8 2013, to plant a Spanish language church in Cedar Rapids. They held their first Spanish language two days later. This Sunday, November 9, They will be celebrating their one year...
Family Research Council: Support our Veterans, Stand for Religious Freedom
By Dr. Kenyn M. Cureton, Vice President for Church Ministries Family Research Council This coming Tuesday, November 11, is Veterans Day. We can never repay the Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen, and Coast Guardsmen who have risked their lives for our liberty. But...
