The Weekly

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: Read the Arab Baptist Theological Seminary's response to the war in Lebanon Stay updated with what's happening across Lebanon Listen to our 2025 interview with now-current president of Arab Baptist Theological Seminary, Wissam Nasrallah Iran and addressing questions on Just War Theory First person: Questions for encouraging effective fruitfulness First person: New missionaries share what surprised them the most First Person: Walking the road to resurrection When a small church believes God can do big things Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: Brighter future? Iranian evangelicals staying put, tentative but hopeful. Supreme Court: California schools blocked from ban on notifying parents of child's gender confusion Church plant led by former Muslim bringing gospel to unreached city UPDATE: Baptist group headed home from Israel New movie, book share Millard's life-changing story of grace Emphasizing need for evangelism at state conference School prayer, grading, Ten Commandments set for committee vote this week UM announces Kingdom Leadership Scholarship Alabama pre-K program stands out nationally for assistant teachers Disaster relief volunteers work in Mississippi after winter storm, in Alabama after tornado, winds 30-for-30 challenge offers variety of options for healthier TAB and individuals Younger pastors and legacy churches Lass Words: 'Never too far from home' Ady's BiG Army helping those with disabilities make 'beautiful things' Sunday School lessons commentaries Ministry connects churches with people living with dementia The Kids Edition Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Check out the article Daniel read below, along with some of our other resources. And you can find all of our articles online at thealabamabaptist.org and thebaptistpaper.org. Many churches will waste Easter opportunity. Here's why. Preparing Our Hearts for Easter: Daily Devotions for Individual, Family, & Group Study Interview with Denise George on her new devotional Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: Iorg highlights 'steady' SBC progress amid ongoing challenges First person: AI, trauma healing and reaching the unreached Evangelist, 'lifelong' Southern Baptist Jerry Spencer dies at 86 New podcast dives into humorous side of pastoral ministry 'Work in progress': How to reach Gen Beta Teaming up to bring timeless message to Winter Olympics Veterans, first responders and finding path to God's healing Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: What Gen Beta needs: How to reach the next generation What happens after 'the ABCs' in church? Are they truly discipled? Check out the Kids Edition! University of Mobile holds marathon of Bible reading Disruption of worship service bill could see House vote soon Liberian Baptists enjoy IMB partnership after years of absence Lance announces upcoming retirement plans from Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions Resumés for Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions executive director being accepted Drive-through prayer leads to unexpected ministry First person: Legacy churches and the need for young pastors Focusing on practical evangelism Baptist college's lawsuit secures 'necessary victory, not a complete one' WMU hike opens doors to missions in Italy Department of Education strengthens religious expression in schools Baptist volunteers press on amid winter storms; 'Snow Angel Challenge' spreads across NC Juggling life, serving others, seeking next steps keeps us fresh Explore the Bible and Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lessons Read more about the Persecuted Church The Bible Recap Podcast continues to thrive with focus on helping people read, love Scripture George Bullard's new book released by TAB Media Group Order Soaring with Faith here! Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Check out the article Jennifer mentioned below, along with some of our other resources. And you can find all of our articles online at thealabamabaptist.org and thebaptistpaper.org. Lance announces upcoming retirement plans from Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: First person: People of all faiths can work together when threats arise World Watch List 2026: Which countries are among the worst? First person: Two ponytail holders and the role of parents in discipleship Explore the Bible and Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lessons 'Innocent until proven guilty': Stages of a crime investigation Preacher turns old sermons into global ministry through social media Seniors experience 'life-changing' deer hunts Ministries help eliminate medical burdens as debt grows Soccer coach uses life experience to teach players off the pitch George Bullard's new book released by TAB Media Group Order Soaring with Faith here! Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Resources featured in this episode: Felt Needs series: How congregations can bring hope to families with wayward youth Felt Needs series: Creating a church of belonging for the lonely More from the Felt Needs series by Denise George coming soon! Itinerant Counseling interview Pathways Professional Counseling The Alabama Baptist website The Baptist Paper website Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: Read more about the Persecuted Church on our Baptist Paper site Read more about the Persecuted Church on our Alabama Baptist site Extremists attack, kill Ugandan evangelist Venezuela: Digging Deeper Iran: Nation in turmoil as 'interest in Christianity has never been higher' Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: Most popular Bible app verses of 2025 Thanks to Beeson Divinity School for sponsoring this week's TAB edition! ALCAP Prayer Rally First person: Could calmness, intentionality and awareness be the key? 'Prayer in pain': Vroegop teaches students about power of lament Senior project turned into worship ministry, debut album Retired worship pastor leverages gifts to invest in others with Worship Practice Alabama pastor finds way to reach nonbelievers as a chaplain Largest faith-based foster care provider in Alabama ready to expand, and 'everyone can do something' 'Anchors in My Sea' shares a story of faith through struggles, tragedy Explore the Bible and Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lessons Brandon Heath's new album reaching out to Deaf community Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Check out the article Jennifer mentioned below, along with some of our other resources. And you can find all of our articles online at thealabamabaptist.org and thebaptistpaper.org. What does it take to reach the next generation? Kids Edition Ground Level with Marc Ira Hooks Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Because today is Christmas Eve, we thought we'd share an article written by Adam Dooley as we reflect on the reason for the season and celebrate Jesus' birth. We trimmed this article down for our podcast listeners, but if you'd like to read the full article, you can find it here. Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. The Christmas season is a rush. In all likelihood your church holds a flurry of activities and events for all ages, not to mention Sunday services and special services for Christmas Eve. On top of that, there's all the extra activity for your own family and your own personal life. This month of hope, peace, joy and love can quickly turn into an avalanche of stress, anxiety, constant commitments and exhaustion. When so many pieces in your life are moving, how can you stay resilient against stressors in the holiday season? Jennifer shares some tips that went out in one of our recent email newsletters. Subscribe to our newsletters here. Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. To hear Jennifer Rash's full interview with RaShan Frost, director of research with the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention, find it on TAB Media Group's YouTube channel here. To download the workbook, visit erlc.com. Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: First person: Staying in step with the Spirit takes discipline First person: 3 clear reasons why the virgin birth matters 'God, take me or fix me': Former addict, now pastor labors to help the broken Educators offer tips for foster parents, church preschool workers who care for children with trauma Church finances: Guarding against fraud, missteps Ready for 2026? Digital shifts that will redefine ministry Explore the Bible and Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lessons First person: Discover the great stories within congregations Study: Churchgoers tipping toward socialism, away from Scripture? Check out The Baptist Paper's Kids Edition! Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Johnny Dunbar, the 69-year-old pastor of Heritage Hope Church of God in Somerset, Kentucky, is gaining popularity on the internet as the Appalachian PawPaw after a TikTok by Nikalie Monroe went viral. Heritage Hope was one of ten houses of worship that responded with an immediate offer to help when Nikalie gave them a call. Johnny invited Nikalie as a guest in his church recently. We found a report that shared all sides of the story from Taylor Alesia on YouTube. You can find that video, and her channel, here. Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: Why Gen Z women are leaving the faith and how your church can respond Governor urges delay on PBS decision by public television board Numerous falsely accused Christians vindicated in India UM announces new Pell Promise Scholarships for Fall 2026 Big Hurricane Baptist burns note, dedicates historical marker during 194th anniversary celebration 'Model and teach': Ministry leaders share tips on helping others called to serve Alabama pastor finds way to reach nonbelievers as a chaplain Car show brings community connection to New Mexico church God weaves 3 Alaska churches' stories together through fire, a church closure and a church plant Study signals new opportunity for men's ministry 'Landmark move': Anti-child marriage bill passed in Pakistan Ready for 2026? Digital shifts that will redefine ministry BGAV volunteers complete tiny house for disaster survivors during 2025 annual meeting First person: Discover the great stories within congregations Check out our new Kids Edition! Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. This week's episode is a special feature on Jarman Leatherwood being elected state convention president during Alabama Baptists' annual meeting held at Whitesburg Baptist Church in Huntsville Nov. 11-12. Articles featured in this episode: Leatherwood elected president of Alabama Baptist State Convention Find more convention related articles at tabonline.org. Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: Prayer, persecution and the church Baptists prepare to respond as Hurricane Melissa devastates Caribbean islands Texans on Mission deployed to Jamaica; other DR volunteers on alert State convention annual meeting set for Nov. 11–12 Reminders, updates related to meetings next week in Huntsville Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: Baptists prepare to respond as Hurricane Melissa devastates Caribbean islands Alabama volunteer says disaster relief is 'great way to spend a vacation,' spends 4+ months in North Carolina Young Alabamian launches campus speaking tour for 'hard conversations' 'Taste of missions': IMB's residency program equipping young adults First person: Look for 'golden calf' when winning matters more than integrity Lass Words: An encouraging trend spotted while watching football Leatherwood to be nominated for state convention president Scottsboro's Wells to be nominated for state convention first vp Trussville's Whitley to be nominated for state convention first vp Gadsden's Alexander being nominated for state convention 2nd VP State convention annual meeting set for Nov. 11–12 Alabama football players say game gives them opportunity to serve, 'be a light' Sunday School Lesson Commentaries Subscribe to The Baptist Paper to get the Kids Edition! Sports for the Nations uses recreational gifts for the gospel First person: Maybe try softer approach, avoid knocking heads Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE