SBC This Week

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #302 2020 is over—thankfully. On this week’s episode, Amy and Jonathan look ahead to 2021 and what lies ahead for the SBC in the new year. 10 Questions for 2021: How will the COVID-19 pandemic affect us in 2021? Will we see more diverse first- and second-chair leaders? (SBTC, Ohio, NC, Guid...

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #301 2020 was quite the year. On this year-end recap episode, Amy and Jonathan cover the top stories of the year, answer their 10 questions for 2020, and Amy shares her 10 most fascinating Southern Baptists of the year. 10 Questions for 2020: How will American politics affect the SBC in 202...

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #300 The NAAF published a letter in response to a recent statement from the Council of Seminary Presidents and a group of pastors have issued a statement in support of the NAAF letter. News Recap NAAF, Ausberry respond to seminary presidents’ statement https://bit.ly/3aqsuii Group of Southe...

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #299 The official SBC calendar of activities for 2021 was released this week for churches to use to highlight the missions and ministries, and the ERLC clarified some issues related to a recent amicus brief. News Recap Addition of George Liele Day highlights 2021 SBC calendar – https://bit....

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #298 The Council of Seminary Presidents issued a statement reaffirming the BFM2000 this week, and there are a pair of rather important legal updates to cover. News Recap Seminary presidents reaffirm BFM, declare CRT incompatible https://bit.ly/3lGqynJ Texas attorney general intervenes in So...

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #297 This week, the Supreme Court ruled against a limitation placed on houses of worship by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Also, two state papers announced changes to their publishing schedule, and one is transitioning to a magazine. News Recap High court blocks NY virus limits on houses o...

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #296 Baptist Press sat down for an exclusive interview with Dr. Mohler to discuss his pending nomination for SBC president as well as the future of the SBC. News Recap Mohler discusses SBC future, cooperation in BP interview https://bit.ly/3fdrcaS Southern Baptists celebrate sending 79 new...

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #295 Jim Richards announced this week his plans to retire at the end of 2021 as the executive director of the SBTC. Also, there are several state convention recaps to cover. News Recap Richards announces plans to step down in 2021 https://bit.ly/3nk3cWq STATE MEETINGS: New Mexico elects exe...

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #294 WMU has announced budget and personnel cuts, and this week’s election provided some wins and some losses for Southern Baptist interests. News Recap WMU approves reduced budget, 12 accept voluntary retirement offer https://bit.ly/32jFRvS Mandrell affirms Ridgecrest buyers’ commitment to...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/sbc-this-week.s3.amazonaws.com/Episode293.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #293 We have our first official announcement of a candidate for national office in the SBC. Al Mohler confirmed he’s in for 2021, and we also have an update from Liberty. News Recap Mohler to be nominated fo...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/sbc-this-week.s3.amazonaws.com/Episode292.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #292 New research shows only 4% of churches who have started meeting again have reported growth in worship attendance and 13% are yet to resume services. Also, there are trustee updates from two seminaries....

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/sbc-this-week.s3.amazonaws.com/Episode291.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #291 LifeWay has identified a buyer for Ridgecrest, and four seminaries held trustee meetings this past week. News Recap LifeWay agrees on terms of sale for Ridgecrest https://bit.ly/351ytpq LifeWay announce...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/sbc-this-week.s3.amazonaws.com/Episode290.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #290 Giving totals are in for CP, LMCO, and AAEO for 2020, and Southern Baptists have shown their generosity and faithfulness through their giving. News Recap Cooperative Program giving in 2019-20 testament...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/sbc-this-week.s3.amazonaws.com/Episode289.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #289 LifeWay filed a lawsuit against its former CEO this past week, and GuideStone has announced a succession plan for O.S. Hawkins. News Recap LifeWay files suit over contract, Rainer disputes https://bit.l...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode288.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #288 The SBC Executive Committee met to approve the CP Allocation Budget and the EC operating budget. Also, there’s a new CFO coming to the EC. News Recap SBC Executive Committee adopts CP budget cut...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode287.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #287 We have an annual meeting theme for 2021, and there’s been a shakeup at First Baptist Atlanta. Also, Southern Baptist Disaster Relief teams are working across the country in multiple states. News...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode286.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #286 Southwestern and Baylor are suing a foundation that was set up to benefit the schools after a change in its governing docs has jeopardized millions. Also, Greg Addison is moving to the SBC Execut...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode285.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #285 The COVID-19 global pandemic has changed how many states will meet this fall and has also led to the cancellation of several meetings. Also, there’s good news regarding CP giving. News Recap Most...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode284.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #284 LifeWay trustees met this week to pass a “bridge year” budget, and Jerry Falwell Jr. is no longer president at Liberty University. News Recap LifeWay cuts budget, plans for ‘bridge year’ in 2021...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode283.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #283 The body of the wife of a Kansas City-area pastor has been found after she went missing more than three weeks ago. Also, longtime EC CFO Bill Townes announced his impending retirement this week....

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode282.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #282 The continuing COVID-19 global pandemic has forced most SBC entities to move their fall trustee meetings to online meetings. Also, Liberty University has placed its president, Jerry Falwell, Jr.,...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode281.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #281 The Woman’s Missionary Union announced this week that it will offer employees a voluntary retirement as the missions organization deals with the financial impact from the COVID-19 global pandemic...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode280.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #280 An Alabama pastor resigned after controversy arose following his involvement in an event honoring Nathan Bedford Forrest. Also in Alabama, a church has seen ana COVID-19 outbreak affect more than...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode279.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #279 Tragedy struck the Southern Baptist family this week as Texas church planter and pastor John Powell was killed after being hit by a semi-truck while helping a stranded motorist. News Recap Southe...

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode278.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes  •  Stitcher  •  TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS  • Spotify Episode #278 Bellevue Baptist is facing a sex abuse lawsuit related to actions by a former part-time employee. Also, Southwestern Seminary has passed a budget for 2020-21 and hired three new faculty members....