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LCU schedules Martin MBA dedication Sept. 15

By Staff PINEVILLE, La. (LC News) – Louisiana Christian University has scheduled a Sept. 15 dedication for its new Jonathan E. Martin Master of Business Administration program. Launched this school year, the MBA is the newest graduate degree offered in the Young School of Business at LCU and received full approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (the university’s accrediting body) in July. Students can complete the 34-hour online program in just one year and can specialize in healthcare administration, data analytics or general management. “Our MBA program is designed to equip graduates for God’s mission,” LCU President Rick Brewer said. “In a recent ministry newsletter from C12, pastors interact with about 8.8 million nominal and non-Christians for 12 hours each year. Christian business leaders interact with about 118 million nominal and non-Christians for 2080 hours a year. The Martin MBA equips Christian business leaders to serve in the mission field of the workplace.” Roy O. Martin III, chairman, CEO and CFO of Louisiana-based RoyOMartin wood product manufacturer, echoed the thought. “LCU is filling a vital need in our community by offering the only online Master of … [Read more...]

Johnson warns families about FX show in viral post

By Brian Blackwell, Baptist Message staff writer WASHINGTON (LBM) – A Facebook post by Congressman Mike Johnson warning families about the new FX cartoon “Little Demon” has reached more than 12 million people and been shared more than 157,000 times since Sept. 5. Johnson, who represents Louisiana’s 4th Congressional District and is a member of Cypress Baptist Church, Benton, shared his concerns about the show that was previewed during the Florida State-LSU football game Sept. 4 on ABC. According to the FX website, the show features a “reluctant” mother and her antichrist daughter as they try to live an ordinary life in Delaware. However, they are “constantly thwarted by monstrous forces, including Satan, who yearns for custody of his daughter’s soul.” Johnson, who has made four other Facebook posts about the show, said he was shocked Disney, which owns and markets FX, would expose so many individuals including children such as his own 11-year-old son to a trailer about a cartoon that has elements of satanism, graphic violence and profanity. “When I saw the trailer, I was alarmed,” Johnson told the Baptist Message. “It was not expected, and I couldn’t get to the remote fast enough to shield my son from it. I wondered … [Read more...]

Dry Creek Baptist Camp will host SYATP

Dry Creek Baptist encampment will host Aflame, a See You at the Pole event, September 28 beginning at 6 p.m. Members of the McNeese State University band will lead worship, students will share testimonies and there will be a time of prayer and Steve Estes will close out the evening. Students, parents and faculty from all over are invited to attend this two-hour event … [Read more...]

DR volunteer leads man to Christ during stop for gasoline

By Brian Blackwell, Baptist Message staff writer ALEXANDRIA, La. (LBM) – While refueling at an Alexandria gasoline station, Aug. 26, Disaster Relief volunteer James Irvine struck up a conversation with a young man who inquired about a job with the organization. Instead of securing employment, Justin left with something far better than a job opportunity … he left with a relationship with Christ. Irvine, who along with LBDR Strategist Stan Statham, prayed with Justin onsite as he gave his life over to the Lord. It served as a reminder that all Christ followers should look for opportunities to share the ‘good news’ found in the Lord. “Anytime you can lead someone to the Lord it’s an awesome experience, Irvine told the Baptist Message. “On that day the timing was right, and he was ready to change his life for the Lord. A lot of people miss those opportunities but when it is there you must step up and allow the person to either accept or reject Christ. I’m so excited Justin was willing to turn to Jesus right then and there.” Statham, who has maintained contact with Justin for discipleship and to help him get connected with a local church, said the incident served as a reminder of the ultimate purpose of disaster … [Read more...]

University Baptist Church celebrating 50th Homecoming September 25

THIBODAUX, LA. -- University Baptist Church, Thibodaux invites everyone to its 50th anniversary homecoming celebration Sunday, September 25 at 10:15 a.m.. Chris DeGeorge, lead pastor at Parkview Baptist Church, will be the guest speaker. A BBQ fellowship will follow the worship service at Peltier Park Pavilion in Thibodaux. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the day. … [Read more...]

Chase Baptist hosting a Blessing of the Hunt

Chase Baptist Church will host a Blessing of the Hunt in connection with National Hunt and Fishing Day, September 24 at the gym and fellowship hall. There will be a sporting goods raffle with prizes valued at $2,500, a silent auction and a presentation by Obedience 2 Death at 6:30 p.m. This event is a benefit for Victoria Ulmer. There will also a chicken BBQ dinner for $10 a plate. … [Read more...]