By Marissa Postell Nashville, Tenn. — Ben Mandrell, president and CEO of Lifeway Christian Resources, presented checks totaling $543,300.81 to International Mission Board (IMB) President Paul Chitwood and North American Mission Board (NAMB) president Kevin Ezell on Monday, September 19, during the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee trustee meeting. "We … [Read more...]
Past victories and future vision highlight Lifeway trustee meeting
By Aaron Earls NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Gathering for the first-time in person in 2022, Lifeway Christian Resources trustees heard how God has been faithful to the organization through a challenging season and is providing direction for an exciting future, according to president and CEO Ben Mandrell. At the biannual meeting on Aug. 28-30, trustees also approved a budget for … [Read more...]
Mandrell shares Lifeway’s vision for serving the global church
By Aaron Earls ANAHEIM, Calif. — Speaking to messengers gathered for the 2022 Southern Baptist Convention’s Annual Meeting, Lifeway Christian Resources President and CEO Ben Mandrell shared the organization’s desire to partner with churches around the globe, including those who have felt underserved. After noting the challenges of leading Lifeway during his first three … [Read more...]
Lifeway breakfast provides tools for addressing anxiety
By Aaron Wilson ANAHEIM, Calif. — Whether current events have Southern Baptists on edge or on the edge of their seats, one thing is clear—many church leaders are wrestling with anxiety on a regular basis. Dealing with angst was the topic of an episode of “The Glass House” podcast recorded live at a breakfast hosted by Lifeway Christian Resources at the 2022 Southern … [Read more...]
Lifeway trustees elect first African American woman trustee chair
By Carol Pipes NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- For the first time in its 130-year history, Lifeway Christian Resources will have an African American woman as trustee chair. Missie Branch was elected Tuesday, March 8, by Lifeway trustees during a special-called meeting. Branch is assistant dean of students to women and director of graduate life at Southeastern Baptist Theological … [Read more...]
