by Cliff Vaughn | Nov 26, 2008 | News
“Beneath the Skin: Baptists and Racism” will screen Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Second Baptist Church in downtown Little Rock from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The free event also features the participation of several well-known figures. “Beneath the Skin,” released...
by Robert Parham | Nov 24, 2008 | Opinion
The university’s new interpretation of the Bible marked an about-face from a 1986 pamphlet, “Race Relations,” written by a Bible department faculty member, Marshall Neal, who argued that racial segregation was based on the authority of the Bible. A...
by Andy Watts | Nov 17, 2008 | Opinion
In order for racial reconciliation to be an act of discipleship, white Christians must start at the ethical beginning, that place where we learn what sin is by learning of Christ’s grace: worship. Although I believe Bennett is wrong, I must admit at times since...
by Brian Kaylor | Nov 14, 2008 | News
Inspired by the vision and success of the Celebration of a New Baptist Covenant held earlier this year, several Baptist groups are planning similar regional gatherings for 2009. Next year will also mark the 400th anniversary of the Baptist movement. Announcements have...
by Mike Smith | Nov 7, 2008 | Opinion
Three older pastors took me aside to offer some well-intentioned advice. In summary, they told me I wouldn’t get far in ministry if I challenged racism. They defended their racist humor, insisting they meant no harm, declaring it was simply part of culture....
