South Carolina is growing fast. In 2023, South Carolina was the most popular state to move to — with twice as many moving into the state than leaving. With 80% of South Carolinians not meaningfully connected to a Bible-teaching church, churches in these new neighborhoods are crucial. When Adam Spurlock, lead pastor of Restoration Community
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After years of prayer and preparation, New Creation Baptist Church launched in January 2024 in the former facilities of Woodfield Park Baptist Church. Ed Stewart was the Adult Discipleship Pastor at Shandon Baptist Church when God stirred his heart to revitalize the church community at Woodfield Park Baptist Church. “I’d never been there before,” stated
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Since Camp McCall began nearly 65 years ago, young men have been trained to become Christian leaders — as campers, counselors, and staff members. Camp McCall is a summer camp experience for boys between first and twelfth grades. Founded in 1960, Camp McCall provides age-appropriate cabins and activities for campers, partners them with chaperones, and
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Abby Beaty is a young missionary living in Zambia, but she wasn’t always sure of her calling. While a student at Coastal Carolina University, Beaty was heavily involved in the Baptist Collegiate Ministry (BCM) on campus. “I’ve always had a heart for national missions,” Beaty shared. “For five years, I had a seasonal ministry job
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Tokyo, Japan, is the largest city in the world. Among its population of 37.1 million people, only 1% identify as Christian — making it the largest unreached people group on the planet. Training Leaders The Go Experience in Japan is an immersive trip designed intentionally by the International Mission Board (IMB) to introduce people to
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In South Carolina, 14% of the population lives below the poverty line. In poverty-impacted communities, churches face unique challenges. Pastors aim to meet spiritual and tangible needs in their communities; however, this can mean long, lonely hours, next-to-nothing paychecks, and a lack of trust from members of their transient communities. Seeking a Solution Anthony “Ant”
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Gateway Baptist Church recently held a Respite Night for families of children with special needs. Gateway’s Hope Ministry walks alongside families to appropriately provide support and care for each individual’s unique needs. Led by Hope Ministry Coordinator Morgan Muir, the event provided a much-needed break for parents and a night of fun and care for
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In the U.S. a concerning number of young adults are stepping away from church. Kathy Miles wants to change this. Miles is the Associate Director of Preschool and Children’s Ministries for the South Carolina Baptist Convention’s Generations Team. “We want to help children understand what it means to be a follower of Christ in every
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Matt Freeman had been in ministry for years when he joined the South Carolina Baptist Convention as the Director of Worship and Music. Freeman wanted to provide the same kind of support he had been given as a young leader. “My relationships with other worship leaders were invaluable,” Freeman claimed. “I had a network of
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Bangkok is the capital of Thailand, and it is one of the easiest cities for refugees to access. Many refugees facing religious persecution flee to Bangkok seeking shelter; however, they become trapped in their Bangkok dwellings due to the threat of deportation. A local church in Bangkok works with South Carolina Baptists and the International
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