Family - news
Gambling item keeps CLC leaders vigilant
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.—Less than one month away from the election, the Christian Life Commission (CLC) of the Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) wants to help Missouri Baptists be godly citizens. more »
By Allen Palmeri - Oct 8, 2008
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling, Citizenship, Legislation
Is the war over equal pay worth fighting?
During this election cycle there have been twists, turns, and, seemingly, some switching of sides in the gender wars. But one 60s feminist agenda item that should have gone away by now hasn’t. more »
By Penna Dexter - Oct 7, 2008
Topic: Family, Living, Finances, Citizenship, Legislation
LIFE DIGEST: U.S. aid blocked from abortion provider
The Bush administration has cut off federal aid to a leading international provider of abortions because of the organization’s support of China’s coercive population control program. more »
By Tom Strode - Oct 7, 2008
Topic: Family, Children, Life, Abortion, Citizenship, Legislation
Video game retailers victimize children
A recent story reported by Baptist Press reporter Erin Roach indicates that video game retailers are selling Mature-rated video games to minors 36 percent of the time. more »
By staff - Oct 6, 2008
Topic: Family, Children, Parenting, Pop Culture, Citizenship, Social Issues
TDAC educates kids about dangers of alcohol, drugs
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Since 1937 the Tennessee Drug Awareness Council (formerly the United Tennessee League) has trumpeted the dangers of alcohol and drugs. more »
By Lonnie Wilkey - Oct 5, 2008
Topic: Family, Addictions, , Substance Abuse, Children, Education
Tiny babies, big ministry
Montgomery-area Baptists minister to neonatal units
Many babies admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Baptist Medical Center South in Montgomery — those born unexpectedly early, some even before their own baby showers — receive their first gifts from Dana Gallahair. more »
By Jeremy Dale Henderson - Oct 3, 2008
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Children, Living, Health
Studies show ‘you can be a loser, too’
The mayor of Birmingham has suggested that an electronic bingo casino be built at the Birmingham Race Course.
The Etowah County Commission recently voted to proceed with the development of an electronic bingo casino in that county, following the example of the Houston County Commission, which voted to allow an electronic bingo casino to be built near Dothan. more »
By Joe Godfrey - Oct 2, 2008
Topic: Family, Addictions, Gambling, Citizenship, Legislation
African-American pastors rally in support of marriage amendment
A group of African-American pastors from the Tampa Bay area have announced their support of a state constitutional amendment to protect traditional marriage in Florida. more »
By Joni B. Hannigan & James A. Smith Sr. - Sep 30, 2008 - (2)
Topic: Family, Marriage, Citizenship, Legislation
Newfound help for parents with special needs children
At a time when our nation aborts nearly 90 percent of babies who are prenatally diagnosed with Down syndrome, it is clear that something must be done to help reverse this deplorable trend and build a culture in which each life is welcomed. more »
By Doug Carlson - Sep 30, 2008
Topic: Family, Children, Parenting, Life, Citizenship, Legislation
Amethyst Initiative: A bad idea!
Every day college students make numerous choices. Many of these decisions are inconsequential; however, some decisions can impact the rest of their lives. more »
By Pat Taylor - Sep 29, 2008
Topic: Family, Addictions, Substance Abuse, Education, Citizenship, Legislation