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'Online worship has fulfilled a long hoped-for dream'

Baptist minister Glen Graham urges churches to continue online services that transform disabled people’s experience of worship

Peter Briggs: 1926-2020

Teacher, headteacher and magistrate who had a long association with BMS World Mission after serving in Congo

Children’s Pastor, Cirencester Baptist Church

We are seeking a passionate, gifted and experienced children’s pastor, who in the power of the Holy Spirit will lead and develop our children’s ministry alongside our current Youth and Children’s Pastor.

Youth Pastor, Cirencester Baptist Church

We are seeking a passionate, gifted and experienced youth pastor, who in the power of the Holy Spirit will lead and develop our youth ministry alongside our current Youth and Children’s Pastor.

Casting a longer light

A reflection on experiencing and seeing beyond the current darkness. By Shaun Lambert

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Zoom ecclesiology: the Church scattered and gathered

Baptist theologian Paul Fiddes explores the forms covenant, fellowship and body are taking virtually

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Box? What box?

In the wake of the departure of Dominic Cummings from Downing Street, Martin Sweet reflects on Genesis 24 and what it means to think beyond the box

Why is it SO challenging to live through this pandemic?

A look at four reasons why our minds are struggling in these strangest of times

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Trust Officer

London Baptists is looking for someone to fill this important full time role for Baptist churches in Greater London

Family and Children’s Worker

Kay Street Baptist Church, Rawtenstall is looking for an enthusiastic, inspirational person to be their next Family and Children’s Worker

Jesus was a refugee

Making the connection between the Christmas story and the ever present plight of refugees around the world - in the form of a new collection of cards

Remembrance: time to draw a line in the sand

It’s Remembrance-tide once more; but I wish that it wasn’t. Here's why, writes Andrew Kleissner

'How could you like dark things while also trying to be a kind of symbol of light?’

Interview with Peter Laws, an ordained Baptist minister who talks horror, Halloween - and how more Christians are acknowledging a spooky gene

The Revd Stephen James Harvie MA: 1950-2020

'Many have cause to give thanks to God for Stephen's quiet pastoral skills, listening, reflecting and encouraging disciples on the road'

Black Lives; Truth Matters

The true nature of justice must be recognised by those shouting ‘black lives matter’ because the current trajectory is towards irreparable division, not only within Britain, but also within the Church, writes Floyd Davis

'I believe we can make our churches true sanctuaries for everyone'

There are three things every church can do to support the mental wellbeing of their congregations, writes ThinkTwice founder Rachael Newham

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Your handy Risk Calendar

The latest feature from Baptist Insurance has an autumnal focus

The Revd Peter David Manson BSc BD: 1938-2020

?'Local church pastor, college tutor, area minister, and former President of our Union - in all this diversity of ministry, Peter knew the favour of God on his life'

50 Lessons in Ministry

Paul Beasley-Murray discusses his new book, 50 Lessons in Ministry: Reflections after fifty years of ministry, and reflects on five decades of fruitful ministry experiences

It is my dream

Are we following our dreams - or Jesus? By Michael Shaw

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'Some struggling, others thriving through the lockdown'

Notes from a recent Baptist Union Smaller Church online gathering, which featured representatives from Associations

Becoming anti-racist

Hayley Young and Rich Blake-Lobb introduce the Anti-Racism Reflective Action group, formed to help Baptists set aside time to reflect with God and others about racial bias and how that is reflected in our ministry and mission

The Revd Clifford James Thomas: 1927-2020

A fine preacher, and a pastor who cared for people both in and outside the church, Cliff was warm and affable, always ready to engage with others in sharing Christian faith

Derek Neal: 1938-2020

Derek Neal, who had been involved in many aspects of life Carey Memorial Baptist Church since becoming a member in 1955, died in August 2020 at the age of 82

Stepping outside to listen, learn and engage

Introducing Muddy Church, an intergenerational approach to connecting with God in and with our communities. By Lucie Hutson

The Curious Case of Daisy the Dog

Reflections on how pastors can practise some sensible self-care in this most challenging of times

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The Revd Roy William Thomas Fellows: 1936-2020

Anyone who knew Roy would have been conscious of his real and deep faith in God, his commitment to Jesus Christ and energetic desire to make him known to others

Black history month 2020

A selection of resources to help Baptists reflect on and mark Black History Month

Poverty-busting inclusivity

Intentionally increasing our proximity to the underdog, those who are disadvantaged or in need will call us to step out of our comfort zones - but these are steps we must take if we are to make room for a wider range of social backgrounds in our churches

'A really helpful glimpse into the life of our churches during lockdown'

Mike Lowe and Carmel Murphy share insights from a research project exploring how our churches have responded to the current crisis

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When I feel self-pity…

It's easy to topple into self-pity at a time like this, writes Colin Sedgwick - but here's why it should be avoided

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Rule of Six; remembering the Revd Pat Ingle

I’ve lost hope

We face a haemorrhage of ministers, and people not coming forward for training, unless we tackle issues of prejudice in our Union, writes Andy Fitchet

Small churches and lockdown

The Small Church Connexion held its first zoom webinar earlier this month (Saturday, 12 September) with 47 attendees from across the country to explore connections in lockdown, and what lies ahead

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Conspiracy theory is a virus that is infecting the church

The Church needs to be much clearer that it is facing an insidious problem.

How the Church can end the waiting list for a kidney

Could you share your spare? Joe Walsh of Cornerstone Baptist Church, Leeds, explains why he has created the Faith in Operation initiative to encourage altruistic kidney donation

Seeking a just peace in the Holy Land

September 13 to 21 is the World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel. Cheryl Kipping shares insights from visiting the Holy Land and introduces EAPPI – the Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine and Israel

The Revd Joy Males: 1931-2020

Nurse, writer, teacher and minister - Joy packed a lot into life

The Revd Patrick Ingle: 1942-2020

Many people came to know Christ as their own personal saviour through Pat’s preaching, teaching and pastoral care

The Rule of Six

In light of the Government's new Rule of Six, here's a look at some other famous Rules of Six, and how they might provide some encouragement to us today

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