Baptist Progress
Churches of the BMAA Unite in Conway, ArkansasBy MORGAN STANDIFER
Baptist Progress Team Lead 
The 77th annual meeting of the Baptist Missionary Association of America was held in Conway, Arkansas at Antioch, Conway, Arkansas on April 21-22, 2026. This year’s meeting focused on Acts 1:8, “Until Then.” In attendance were 164 churches, 338 messengers and 166 visitors. This year the BMA of America welcomed five new churches; Bloomer Baptist Church, Charleston, Arkansas; New Mission Baptist of Hope Haitian Church, Tampa, Florida; New Hope Baptist, Bloomberg; Harvest Acres Baptist Church, Carthage; and The Church at 242, Conroe.
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The Woman at Church Everyone SeesBy EMILY SIMPSON
Baptist Progress Editor 
Mrs. Charlotte Johnson (second on left) and friends coming together for fellowship and Bible StudyThe Table: Ministry Leadership Gathering
Ladies, the pastor’s wife is not your pastor.
A big misconception often exists that a pastor’s wife is there to meet every need of every lady, participate in every church event, have knowledge of every spiritual concept or be the epitome of every stereotype. Perhaps an exaggeration, or perhaps not. In reality, she has a much different responsibility that is not much different than your own. read more... |
A Word from Your Missions OfficeBy HEITH MITCHELL
Executive Director of Missions 
Oasis Church in Levelland reached the self-support milestone this month and celebrated it big. Your BMAT Missions office supports missions for 5 years as they prepare to step out on their own. Oasis has reached that moment. They celebrated with worship, a video looking back, testimonies from the congregation, presentations and encouragement in the word from Elvis Garcia and I. Then the church enjoyed a fellowship meal.
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From Time to Time Part 5By JASON CURRY
President, TBHC 
“Given Up” or “Given by Love”
Words have a way of lingering long after they are spoken. I still remember the first time I heard a young adult describe their adoption story with a quiet pause, “I was…given up.” No anger. No accusation. Just the weight of those words hanging in the air. The language we use tells a story not only to those around us, but to ourselves. It reveals what we believe about our worth, our relationships and even about God. read more... |
Jacksonville College Celebrates Inaugural Scholarship GalaBy DAVID ERICKSON, PH.D.
President, Jacksonville College 
Jacksonville College marked a milestone on April 11 with the launch of its first Scholarship Gala. It was an evening of fellowship, entertainment and generosity that raised more than $92,000 in pledges and donations to provide scholarships for deserving students.
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Girls Missionary Auxiliary Making Ambassadors for ChristBy WHITNEY SPARKS
Baptist Progress Writer 
Cheyenne Tucker (second from left) now sponsoring GMAs
“My desire is to help girls become bold to share their faith and spread the gospel,” expressed Cheyenne Tucker when discussing future plans of launching a Girls Missionary Auxiliary (GMA) program at her church. GMAs left a lasting impact on Cheyenne, who attended the program while in elementary school. She completed GMAs during her senior year in high school. After high school, Cheyenne joined the advisory board for the GMAs of Texas.
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A New ChangeMaker Serving in SpainBy MARIO MONROY
ChangeMaker in Spain 
Mario Monroy is one of BMA Global’s newest ChangeMaker missionaries, continuing a ministry that has already spanned multiple countries and is now bearing fruit across Spain and Latin America.
Mario and his wife, Amuy, along with their children–Katerina, Josiah, and Lucas–are currently serving in southern Spain, where they are planting churches and equipping leaders in a region with great spiritual need. read more... |
From Refugee to MissionaryBy MORTEZA A.
Changemaker in Germany 
Morteza A., a ChangeMaker missionary serving in Germany, is reaching people with the gospel out of a story marked by displacement, faith, and a clear calling to ministry.
Originally from Afghanistan, Morteza was born into a Muslim family. His life took a significant turn while living as a refugee in Greece, where he was first introduced to the message of Jesus Christ. It was there that he came to faith–an experience that would shape both his future and his calling. read more... |
Small Steps of Faith in NicaraguaBy EVERTZ ROJAS
Changemaker in Nicaragua 
In the community of Las Flores, Nicaragua, God is building His church through the faithful ministry of ChangeMaker Evertz Rojas and his wife, JC, along with their young son, Luca. What began as a small step of faith has grown into a thriving local church that is reaching families, discipling believers, and sharing the gospel throughout the community.
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The Measure of MinistryBy DR. JOHN DAVID SMITH
President, BMA Global 
More than twenty years ago, my family and I boarded a plane and left Cape Verde after twelve years of missionary service. We left thinking we would be back after I completed more seminary studies; however, that was not God’s plan. Cape Verde became a part of us in those years. It had been our home. It was where my wife and I grew up from our early 20s to our mid 30s. It was where we learned the rhythms of ministry, struggled through learning the language and culture, helped plant churches, invested in future leaders, and watched God strengthen a work that we prayed would ultimately continue long after we were gone.
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Let the Little Children ComeBy EMILY BRANTLEY
Lifeword, lifeword.org 
A New Mission Field We Can’t Ignore
When did you come to know Christ as your Lord and Savior? For many of us, that moment didn’t happen in adulthood—it happened in childhood. Maybe it was in a Sunday school classroom, during Vacation Bible School, or in the quiet of your bedroom after a simple, sincere prayer. read more... |
Come to the Table—Texas Girl’s RetreatBy HAYLEY RASCO
GMA Promoter 
This year’s Texas Girl’s Retreat was a sweet success! Eighty girls and ladies from across the state gathered at Daniel Springs Baptist Camp’s conference center in Gary, on Mar. 13–14, 2026, for a weekend full of friendship, laughter and time spent growing closer to the Lord.
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Introducing Johnson Chair of Great Commission StudiesBy PHILIP ATTEBERY, Ph.D.
BMA Theological Seminary President 
Buddy and Taffy Johnson
The Baptist Missionary Association Theological Seminary announced during the 2026 national meeting of the Baptist Missionary Association of America that the institution plans to create an academic chair in honor of long-time missionary, pastor and BMA Seminary graduate Aubrey “Buddy” Johnson.
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More is Caught than Taught: Raising Financial DisciplesBy STEVE CRAWLEY, Ph.D.
BMA Financial Executive Director 
Kids are always watching, especially when it comes to money. Every purchase, every act of generosity, every sign of contentment is shaping how they see God’s provision. We’re teaching, whether we mean to or not.
Deuteronomy 6 reminds us that discipleship happens in the everyday moments—when we sit, walk, lie down and rise. That’s where financial discipleship lives too. Not in a lesson, but in a life. read more... |
Master’s Builders at StoneRidge Baptist CampBy NELDA MALONE
The Master’s Builders Reporter 
On April 7, The Master’s Builders returned to StoneRidge Baptist Camp in Smithville, Arkansas. Camp Director Scott Small needed help with several projects around the camp. All these projects involved building updates, remodeling and making things safer for campers in the upcoming camp season. The Master’s Builders had 10 men from the group at this job and were also blessed to have a small group come to help one day from Ramsey Heights Baptist Church, Batesville, Arkansas. The Master’s Builders had the privilege to work at their church in Sept. 2024.
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In Loving Memory
“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live. Everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?”
-John 11:25-26 CSB 
Jerry Cleo Phillips
Jerry Cleo Phillips, 81, of Beckville, passed away April 21, 2026. Bro. Jerry C. Phillips, served as a pastor to multiple churches including Liberty Baptist Church, Henderson. Memorial services were held on April 25 at Central Baptist Church, Carthage.
Mitchel Friedman
Mitchel Friedman, 69, of Cedar Park, passed away April 23, 2026. Mitch served many churches including The Journey Bible Fellowship, Linder. He also spent many years serving as a coach for BMA of Texas Missions. A memorial service was held on April 30 at Austin Stone Northwest Church, Austin.
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SOAR
WHEN: July 1-3, 2026 WHERE: Embassy Suites Hotel, Norman, Oklahoma BMA of TEXAS ANNUAL MEETING WHEN: Nov. 16-17, 2026 WHERE: New Harmony, Tyler 
FRANK HOLRATH is the new pastor at Opelika Missionary, Brownsboro.
LANCE ROQUEMORE is the new pastor at Central Baptist, Lancaster. ROBERT CULPEPPER is the new pastor at Calvery, Ennis. DEE WOOLAM is the new pastor at Fifth Street, Levelland. ISAAC FELTMAN is the new pastor at Mt. Calvary, Carthage. |
PASTOR—First Missionary, Terrell is seeking a bi-vocational pastor. Contact Buddy Sadler at 972-563-6000 for more information.
PASTOR—Hubbard Chapel, Quitman is seeking a bi-vocational pastor. Send resume to Bill Smart, [email protected]. Call 903-593-2123 for more information. The church is located at FM 778 and CR 2590, near Quitman. PASTOR—Ebenezer, Huntsville is seeking a bi-vocational pastor. Send resume to Bobby Wells, to [email protected]. The church is located at 1451 FM 1791, Huntsville, TX 77340. PASTOR—Cross Roads, Winnsboro is seeking a pastor. Send resume to Charles Busby, 1314 CR 4870, Winnsboro, Tx 75494 or call 903-629-3609. PASTOR—Caney Baptist Church, Streetman is seeking a full-time/bi-vocational pastor. Send resume to Bobby Bonner, PO Box 25, Fairfield, Texas 75840 or [email protected]. Call 903-390-3372 for more information. The church is located at 438 FM 833W, Streetman, Texas 75859. PASTOR—Old Home Baptist Church, Joaquin is seeking a full-time pastor. Call Ricky Martin at 936-280-9743 for more information. PASTOR—Rose Hill Baptist Church, Mineola is seeking a full-time/bi-vocational pastor. Send resume to Rose Hill Baptist Church, Attn. Pastor Search Team, 1420 CR 2460, Mineola, Texas 75773. PASTOR—Bethel Baptist Church, Orange is seeking a bi-vocational pastor. Send resume to Bethel Baptist Church, 2906 Western Ave, Orange, Texas 77630. YOUTH MINISTRY LEADER—First, Palmer is seeking a full-time youth ministry leader. For more information, email Pastor Gary Southard at [email protected]. |
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