I grew up in Black Baptist churches in rural communities in southern Virginia ... greeted in the parking lot by an older Black man, Deacon Emeritus Howard Davis, who reminded me of my grandfather.

Although the Southern Baptist Convention is often mentioned in connection with right-wing social conservatives, some Baptists ...

The late Rev. Charles A. Trentham, a popular yet controversial minister at Knoxville’s First Baptist Church who became a pastor to President Jimmy Carter in Washington, D.C., in 1977, is mentioned in ...

Claude was ordained at a young age as a deacon at Lonsdale Baptist Church ... He retired from Norfolk Southern after many years of service. Claude was a skilled handyman and a mentor to others.

deacon chairman and Training Union Director at First Baptist Church in Bossier City then a deacon and deacon chairman at Airline Baptist Church. Bill sang in church choirs and quartets throughout ...

A cherished mentor, exceptional educator, devoted deacon and impactful advocate, is how those who knew and loved John ...

The 84-year-old soul stalwart has survived alcoholism, segregation, a dramatic mid-career trough, and a relationship in which ...

The Plano Police Department is honoring the life and legacy of Charlie Jenkins, a dedicated Jail Manager whose service left a lasting impact on the community. Jenkins, ...

By Christine WeertsSpecial to the Selma Times JournalThis year marks the 125th anniversary of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” ...

Mike Knight, a cherished servant of God, devoted veteran, and beloved community member, was surrounded by his loving family when the Lord called him home on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the Hospice ...