Each winter, volunteers from South Carolina, North Carolina, Alabama, and New York distribute coats in New York City to those in need. This year, over 500 volunteers distributed 9,000 coats, and at least 17 lives were changed by the Gospel. For Bryant Sims, SCBaptist Chief Operations Officer, Coats for the City is a reminder that
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Recently, a team of SCBaptist leaders hosted a weekend dedicated to training and equipping church planters. This gathering brought together church planters from various backgrounds and experiences to learn, fellowship, and gain valuable insights into effective preaching and ministry. The weekend, hosted by the Church at LifePark with Pastor Chad Moore and his team, was
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The Ministers’ Wives Retreat offered a unique opportunity for women to rest, relax, and refresh their spirits. Ministers’ wives often find themselves pulled in numerous directions, juggling responsibilities both in their churches and personal lives. “This weekend is an opportunity for us as SCBaptists to pour into them and to help them just feel loved
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A group of SCBaptists embarked on a mission trip to Japan to learn and experience mission work alongside IMB missionaries and national partners. While there, these leaders journeyed to Tokyo to form partnerships with International Mission Board (IMB) missionaries and lead teams in engaging the lost in Japan. Sharing Light in Spiritual Lostness In 2019,
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SCBaptists across the state joined for fellowship, encouragement, and equipping in their calling as foster parents at THRIVE. “At any given day, there are over 4,000 children in foster care in South Carolina,” Jay Boyd, Senior Vice President for Ministry Strategy & Engagement at Connie Maxwell Children’s Ministries, said. Connie Maxwell partnered with Taylors First
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This summer, two students from the current Palmetto Collective (PC) class and one former PC student served in the bustling metropolis of New York City. A Diverse Environment Hannah R., a graduate student pursuing a Master’s in Christian Ministry and former Palmetto Collective member, found herself in Queens, New York, serving at Journey Queens Church.
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Camp La Vida is not just another summer camp. It is a place where hearts are ignited with a passion for missions and a deeper connection with God. A Passion for Missions and Ministry Camp La Vida stands out for its commitment to missions and ministry. As one former camper-turned-staffer, Faith Sparks, explains, “My favorite
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The Lexington Baptist Association (LBA) has faithfully aided many churches on their journey toward revitalization. Two examples of recent revitalizations are Faith Baptist and Ridge Baptist. Faith Baptist Church in Swansea, SC, encountered uncertainty following their pastor’s departure. Turning to Johnny Rumbough, Executive Director of Missions, and the Lexington Baptist Association, they found support, not
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For over 70 years, the Baptist Foundation of South Carolina has dedicated itself to helping God’s people fund the Great Commission. With a legacy of distributing over $95 million to Kingdom ministries, the Baptist Foundation of SC, an auxiliary ministry of the South Carolina Baptist Convention, continues to make a substantial impact. “Our passion is
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After her husband’s passing, Mrs. Laura moved multiple times, seeking connection. Mrs. Laura and her late husband, Gordon, lived in Moncks Corner, where she managed a restaurant. However, life took an unexpected turn when Gordon passed away. Mrs. Laura’s subsequent moves revealed her reluctance to live alone, until she discovered Bethea, a retirement community by
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