By Aaron Wilson Brentwood, Tenn. -- Lifeway Christian Resources had one of its best years ever in 2023, highlighted by a third consecutive year of revenue growth, strong participation in camps and events and the launch of new resources designed to serve churches as they take the gospel further into the world. “As we wrap up this year, our team has much to be grateful for … [Read more...]
Lifeway announces budget cuts and staff reductions amid COVID-19
By Carol Pipes NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Lifeway Christian Resources is implementing a series of budgetary freezes, cutbacks and staff reductions in response to the economic crisis resulting from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Lifeway CEO Ben Mandrell cited a steep and steady decline of sales since mid-March, as well as uncertainty in the ability to host camps and events this … [Read more...]
Waggoner reinforces Lifeway’s commitment to its mission, reports growth of online sales
By Carol Pipes BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Lifeway Christian Resources’ commitment to the mission given to the entity by Southern Baptists in 1891 has never been stronger, acting CEO Brad Waggoner said in his report to messengers of the Southern Baptist Convention in Birmingham. Despite the challenges Lifeway has faced the past year, the entity’s core ministry … [Read more...]
Lifeway trustees begin search for new president
By Carol Pipes NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Lifeway Christian Resources trustees began the initial steps to search for a successor to President and CEO Thom S. Rainer during their Aug. 27-28 meeting in Nashville. Trustee chairman Jimmy Scroggins named a seven-person search committee to find Lifeway’s next leader. The trustees’ presidential search committee will be led by Kent … [Read more...]
Lifeway named one of America’s best employers for women by Forbes
By Carol Pipes NASHVILLE, Tenn.—Lifeway Christian Resources is ranked as one of the top employers for women in the U.S. by Forbes magazine. Lifeway landed at no. 282 on Forbes’ 2018 “Best Employers for Women” list—the first time the business magazine has published rankings in that category. Earlier this year, Forbes also named Lifeway one of America’s Best Midsize … [Read more...]
