Michael Brooks

1 week ago | annistonstar.com | Michael Brooks

It was a tradition I grew up with. On the second Wednesday the typical Bible study and prayer time was laid aside for 45 minutes of hearing reports and making motions - the Baptist business meeting. Sometimes it would be tedious and sometimes boring and sometimes contentious.

2 weeks ago | lowndessignal.com | Michael Brooks

Published 1:00 pm Saturday, June 14, 2025 By Michael J. BrooksA local church is meeting elsewhere during renovations, and their electronic sign flashes, “Temporary worship.” It is only the next panel that tells the current location, so be patient!This made me think about temporary worship I was in for a few weeks. I was pastor at First Baptist Church in Selma, when we did some major roof and ceiling repairs.

2 weeks ago | annistonstar.com | Michael Brooks

A local church is meeting elsewhere during renovations, and their electronic sign flashes, "Temporary worship." It is only the next panel that tells the current location, so be patient!This made me think about temporary worship I was in for a few weeks.

2 weeks ago | lowndessignal.com | Michael Brooks

Published 10:15 am Sunday, June 8, 2025 By Michael J. BrooksI stopped by a fast-food restaurant en route to work lately and saw the line of cars around the building. I decided walking in for a morning biscuit would be faster. However, the lady at the counter said, “We’re out of biscuits and won’t have any for 20 more minutes.” I saw the biscuit-maker behind the counter who was working furiously, and I decided not to wait. Another gentleman in a work uniform walked out with me.

3 weeks ago | thealabamabaptist.org | Michael Brooks

The digital age is transforming how people connect — and the church must follow accordingly, noted Don Barger, director of innovation and artificial intelligence for the International Mission Board. Why is AI important for the Church?