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VIDEO: Exclusive interview with Burl Cain

April 1, 2016

Burl Cain, former warden at Angola, talks about the heartache he endured following reports of an investigation of alleged wrongdoings. He was cleared of all charges in late March. He sat down with the Baptist Message on March 23 and shared his complete story. Look for the story today at 2 pm on baptistmessage.com. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErGegH4kU_0 … [Read more...]

VIDEO: Cain cleared of any wrong doing by three state agencies

April 1, 2016

Later today, the Baptist Message will release a story where Burl Cain, the former warden of the Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola, shared the story behind why he was cleared of any wrongdoings this month following investigations by three agencies in the state. We will release three more videos today, leading up to the publication of the article at 2 pm at baptistmessage.com. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQP0LEzVyQQ&feature=youtu.be … [Read more...]

VIDEO: Burl Cain thanks Louisiana Baptists for their prayers, support

April 1, 2016

The Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola once was known as the bloodiest prison in America. But today, thousands of inmates have professed Christ as Lord and Savior, and violence has decreased by 85 percent. Of the 6,300 inmates now held at Angola, nearly 50 percent are thought to be Christians. Some of that change has occurred through a program at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, which has a campus inside the prison walls. “Thank you so much for the prayers,” former Angola Warden Burl Cain said, speaking directly to Louisiana Baptists during the taping of an exclusive interview with the Baptist Message. “And thank you for your dollars. And thank you for being a good steward. Thank you for letting us have the opportunity to show how we can change lives in prison.” Look for a complete story on this and why Cain was exonerated of charges of wrongdoings Friday at 2 pm at baptistmessage.com. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aq8BhxLT5e0&feature=youtu.be   … [Read more...]

Joe McKeever cartoon

March 31, 2016

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Are Americans tired of hearing about Christian persecution?

March 31, 2016

By Gregory Tomlin, Christian Examiner NASHVILLE (Christian Examiner) – A new study from LifeWay Research finds that American Christians are facing an increasingly intolerant culture and, perhaps, complaining too much about being persecuted. The survey asked 1,000 Americans in September 2013 and September 2015 if Christians were facing increasing intolerance in society. The results of the two studies were then compared to examine the trend in opinion. Results varied by geographic region, but surprisingly a majority of respondents in both the American West also believed Christianity is now seen in a less favorable light. To read more about this story, click here. … [Read more...]

Funeral arrangements announced for Illinois Disaster Relief volunteer who died of heart attack while serving in Leesville

March 31, 2016

By Lisa Sergent, Director of Communications, Illinois Baptist State Association LEESVILLE - Funeral arrangements have been made for Southern Baptist Disaster Relief (DR) volunteer Don Fulkerson, who died of a heart attack Tuesday, March 29, while serving flood victims in Leesville, Louisiana. Fulkerson, 77, was with a group of trained DR workers from First Baptist Church of Galatia, IL, and volunteers from other Illinois Baptist churches. Visitation will take place Friday, April 1 from 6-9 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Galatia, 108 E. Church St., Galatia, IL 62935. His funeral will be Saturday, April 2 at 11 a.m. also at First Baptist Church of Galatia. Fulkerson was a member of the church. Rex Alexander, Disaster Relief coordinator for the Illinois Baptist State Association (IBSA), suggested DR volunteers attending the funeral, “wear your yellow shirts in honor of Don’s faithful service to the Lord through Disaster Relief Ministry.” Southern Baptist DR volunteers are easily identified at disaster recovery scenes by the bright yellow shirts they wear. “The callout to Louisiana was Don’s 15th response over a period of only four years and his wife, Margie, was almost always by his side serving whenever the opportunity … [Read more...]

NSU BCM takes break but work is far from over

March 30, 2016

By Message Staff NATCHITOCHES - After eight consecutive days of clearing debris from yards and cleaning out the inside of homes damaged by recent flooding in Natchitoches, students from Northwestern State University’s Baptist Collegiate Ministry have taken a break from disaster relief efforts. But their work is far from over. Since last week, 25 students from the BCM have completed jobs at six homes. Once they return from spring break next week, the students will continue their disaster relief efforts after morning classes on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons. Most of the homeowners they assisted were Louisiana Baptists, though the students did share the gospel with one homeowner who is not a member of a Baptist church. While the homeowner did not accept Christ, NSU BCM Director Bill Collins said the seeds were planted for a possible conversion one day. “This was a powerful witness by the student who took the time to slow down and talk with the homeowner,” Collins said. “All of these students displayed compassion and were excited to share their faith in this way.” … [Read more...]

Illinois DR volunteer dies after heart attack on flood recovery site in Louisiana

March 30, 2016

By Brian Blackwell, Message Staff Writer LEESVILLE – An Illinois Baptist State Association Disaster Relief worker has died while working in Louisiana. Don Fulkerson died on Tuesday while serving those affected by the flooding in the state. Fulkerson, and his wife, Margie, were serving with other members of the First Baptist Church Galatia Baptist Disaster Relief team in Leesville when he experienced a heart attack. Attempts by team members and emergency personnel to revive Fulkerson, 77, were unsuccessful. The team is making the return trip back to Illinois today. “The callout to Louisiana was Don’s 15th response over a period of only four years and his wife, Margie, was almost always by his side serving whenever the opportunity arose,” said Rex Alexander, disaster relief coordinator for the Illinois Baptist State Association. “Their faithful service to Christ brought great joy to both of them as they served side by side in the ministry of Disaster Relief.” Nate Adams, executive director for the Illinois Baptist State Association, echoed the thought. “Our Illinois Baptist family certainly grieves with and is in prayer for the Fulkerson family, and the entire church family at First Baptist in Galatia,” Adams … [Read more...]

Flood waters can’t deter Larto’s Cole from going to church

March 30, 2016

By Brian Blackwell, Message Staff Writer JONESVILLE – The flood waters were almost to the steps of the home of Jamie Cole March 20 but nothing was going to deter him from getting to church. With much of the Larto community battling four to five feet of floodwaters, the only way Cole, and many of his neighbors, could get around was by boat. OK, if that is what it took. So last Sunday morning, Cole put on chest waders, loaded his Bible in a ziplock bag, got into his boat and made the four-mile trek to Larto Baptist Church, his favorite destination. “Everywhere we go, we have to go by boat because of the high water,” Cole said. “I figure if I can go to work and town by boat, I can certainly go to church by boat. “It’s the only means of transportation right now,” he continued. “If you go anywhere it’s by boat. I wasn’t going to stay home just because I had to go by boat.” The first time to come to church on a boat, Cole said the experience tickled many friends and family, including himself. “My kids, who are grown, loved it and I even thought it was cool,” Cole said. “How many times do you get the chance to come to church in a boat?” Clay Fuqua, pastor of Larto Baptist Church, said that determination to … [Read more...]

VIDEO: Alabama Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers helping hard-hit Monroe

March 29, 2016

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FIRST PERSON: As goes the family, so goes the culture

By Gene Mills, Louisiana Family Forum president BATON ROUGE, La. (LBM) – Public policy matters, especially regarding the health and growth of families, the basic building block of any flourishing society. As we have seen throughout history, as goes the family, so goes the culture. Unfortunately, for too long … Read More

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