Archive for July 2019
SWBTS Legacy: Floy Barnard
As an inquisitive and thoughtful teenager, Floy Barnard knew she had been called to educational ministry. For nearly three decades, this remarkably bright young woman made her light shine at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in service to young women seeking to study God’s Word. Standing for 104 years, Barnard Hall remains a tribute to her…
Read MoreSouthwestern Seminary announces new leadership, faculty for Terry School of Educational Ministries
Two new faculty members have been appointed to the Terry School of Educational Ministries at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, President Adam W. Greenway announced Monday, July 29. Michael S. Wilder and Chris Shirley will serve as professors of educational ministries. In addition, Wilder will serve as interim dean of the school, effective Aug. 1. “I…
Read MoreSWBTS Legacy: J.M. Price
J.M. Price was nearing the end of his master of theology program in Kentucky when he received a letter from L.R. Scarborough, the new president of the young Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Scarborough had written to offer Price a professorship at the seminary, and he outlined a vision for the seminary’s endeavors in the area…
Read MoreSWBTS Legacy: J.B. Gambrell
In 1841, a boy like any other was born in Anderson, S.C. He grew of age on a farm in Mississippi and attended country schools. By any standard, they were unremarkable boyhood years. But make no mistake—James Bruton Gambrell was born to be a fighter. J.B. Gambrell accepted the call of Christ at a revival meeting…
Read MoreDespairing child reminded of God’s love through VBS
Vacation Bible School is a place for children to discover new friends, become involved in church, and learn valuable, lifelong lessons about God. But for one young girl, it provided a reminder that the love and strength of Jesus can bring peace to a broken heart. Thanks to the outreach of Daniel Darling, a Master…
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