Archive - Carrie Brown McWhorter
Absence of church discipline a concern for many
Take a look at a Baptist church’s minutes from 75 years ago, and it might not take long to find a record of a member’s acknowledgments to the church. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Apr 15, 2009
Topic: Citizenship, Christian Citizenship, Social Issues
DVD on gambling ills available to churches
As the debate over gambling continues in the state Legislature, a video by Gov. Bob Riley is providing churches a way to educate their members on current laws regarding electronic bingo gambling machines. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Apr 14, 2009
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling
Spouses sometimes find themselves as caregivers
In hindsight, L.H. Wilson said the signs of his wife’s dementia were there. But when Imogene Wilson did not recognize their longtime friends during a trip to the beach, he knew without a doubt there was a problem. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Apr 8, 2009
Topic: Family, Elderly, Living, Health, Marriage
College students partner with Impact Alabama’s SaveFirst to help needy save money
Genevieve Eller, a senior at Samford University in Birmingham, grew up in a military family and interacted with people from many different backgrounds and socioeconomic levels as a child. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Feb 23, 2009
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Living, Finances, Citizenship,
Tradition of religious diversity
Various faith groups find freedom to worship
When European explorers came to Argentina in the 1500s, they sought one thing — riches. Word was spreading that Peruvian silver mines had created great wealth for South American colonists, though the rumors were not entirely true. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Nov 27, 2008
Topic: Citizenship, Religious Liberty
Federal legislation on hate crimes a concern for pulpits
As a congressional conference committee seeks compromise on the Defense Authorization Act for 2008, hate crimes legislation attached to the bill continues to concern some political and religious leaders. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Nov 27, 2007
Topic: Family, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality, Citizenship, Legislation
ALCAP adds Web resources to help with battle against gambling, alcohol
With the launch of a new Web site, increased demand for its educational program and an upcoming legislative session, Alabama Citizens Action Program (ALCAP) Executive Director Dan Ireland believes the organization is well positioned to continue its work as “Alabama’s moral compass” long into the future. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Nov 26, 2007 - (2)
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Addictions, Gambling, Substance Abuse
Fruits, veggies can fend off heart disease, stroke, some cancers
I have trouble chewing.”
“Food just doesn’t taste the same anymore.”
“It’s hard to cook for one person.”
“I’m just not that hungry anymore.” more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Oct 15, 2007
Topic: Family, Elderly, Living, Health
Dementia affects whole family; churches have chance to minister
The first signs may seem minor — lost car keys, a misplaced checkbook. But then a kitchen fire caused by a pot forgotten on the stove or an angry reaction to not being able to find the right word makes it clear this is no minor problem and may, in fact, be a sign of dementia. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Oct 15, 2007
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Elderly, Living, Health
Physical, spiritual strengthening work together for quality of life
When the author of 3 John wrote that his prayer for the early believers was to “enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well” (3 John 1:2), he emphasized a connection between body and spirit that Bobby Butler teaches daily. more »
By Carrie Brown McWhorter - Oct 15, 2007