By Will Hall, Baptist Message executive editor PINEVILLE, La. (LBM) – Former Louisiana Christian University soccer coach Carla Tejas has been accused by players at her new school, University of Texas Permian Basin, Odessa, Texas, of harsh treatment and inappropriate behavior. Tejas was arrested for DWI, Sept. 11, and subsequently placed on paid administrative leave by UTPB, Oct. 2. Meanwhile, an anonymous email, supposedly from players, detailed allegations of intimidation, playing only her favorites on the team and that she kissed a male soccer player, according to YourBasin.com (KMID news in Odessa, Texas). The email also alleged Tejas was placed on administrative leave while coaching at LCU for “accusations she made inappropriate passes to some of the girls.” During a phone call with the Baptist Message, Oct. 12, LCU President Rick Brewer rejected that allegation, stating that there were no legal, moral or ethical issues raised by players or other students, and not by faculty or staff during her LCU tenure. Brewer stated that LCU received an anonymous email in Sept. 2021 “claiming Coach Tejas had left Belhaven University under suspicion.” BU is a private Christian school in Jackson, Mississippi, where Tejas … [Read more...]
Lifemark, the movie, being released Sept. 9
While he’s always wrestled with the idea he was adopted at birth, David knows he is loved and cherished by his parents and grandparents. As he turns 18, he’s excited and a bit nervous about what the future holds. But when Melissa, his birth mother, unexpectedly reaches out to him, David’s world is turned upside down. Should he respond to her? What about his birth father? What are they like? And why did they choose not to raise him? Facing the reality of his adoption, David must choose to either meet with his birthmother or go on with his life as he’s always known it. With the loving encouragement and support of his parents, and his best friend going along to capture on camera everything as it happens, David chooses to embark on a journey of discovery … and ultimately, forgiveness. From executive producers Kirk Cameron and the Kendrick Brothers—creators of War Room and Courageous—comes LIFEMARK, based on an incredible true story celebrating adoption, family, reconciliation, and love. Follow this link (LIFEMARK | The Grand Theatre) to find out what theater it is showing in your town. … [Read more...]
National Delta Mu Delta scholarship awarded to LCU’s Shields
By Staff, Louisiana Christian University News PINEVILLE, Louisiana (LCUNews) -- Abigail Shields, a senior business management and marketing major from Deville, has earned a $500 scholarship award from international business honor society Delta Mu Delta. DMD awarded 66 scholarships nationwide this year to undergraduate and graduate students based on academics, leadership qualities, character, and service to the institution and community. “She is an intelligent young lady,” said Kenny Holt, dean of Young School of Business. “Because of her work ethic and servant’s heart, she naturally gravitates toward leadership positions in the School of Business. The faculty awarded her the highest leadership award for the Young School of Business this past spring. She accomplishes what she sets out to do with excellence.” Shields has a GPA of 3.92 and serves as the president of the LCU Chapter of Delta Mu Delta, Wildcats for Life and the Business Student Association. She is also the parliamentarian of the Student Government Association. After graduation from LCU, Shields said she plans to earn her Master of Business Administration before heading to law school and eventually entering the political arena. “I want to make a … [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...]
Philadelphia Baptist Horseshoe Drive will have revival Sept. 11-14
Philadelphia Baptist Church at Horseshoe Drive in Alexandria will have revival Sept. 11-14. Times are Sunday, 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Monday-Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Jacob Crawford will be the evangelist and Fred Guilbert will be the worship leader. … [Read more...]
Vick Baptist celebrates 107th Homecoming Sept. 11
Robert Dukes, former pastor at Vick, will be the featured speaker at Vick Baptist Church's 107th homecoming celebration on Sept. 11. Services begin at 10 a.m. with lunch following the Worship service in the Fellowship Hall. … [Read more...]
Tara Dew highlights FBCZ Women’s Ministry Event
The Women's Ministry at First Baptist Church, Zachary is hosting “The Gathering,” an event for women featuring guest speaker Tara Dew on Thursday, Sept. 22, from 6-8 p.m. … [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...]
Saw You at the Pole event slated for September 28 at Forest High School
Forest High School Gym will host a Saw You at the Pole on September 28 from 6-8 p.m. There will be food, games and worship. This is for pre-K through 12th grade. This is being sponsored by the Bayou Macon-Madison Baptist Association. … [Read more...]
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