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The Baptist Standard is the independent forum for Baptist voices speaking to the challenges of today’s world. We are forward-looking people committed to historic Baptist ideals and the spectrum of Baptist voices. We specialize in news, features and opinion for Texas Baptists through our partnership with churches, institutions and individuals associated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas.

Our coverage also includes the Baptist World Alliance, the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, the Southern Baptist Convention and news, trends and ideas about religion around the world.

John Edward Witte, former pastor, church planter, and associational leader, died May 5 in Texarkana. He was 94.
05/07/2026

John Edward Witte, former pastor, church planter, and associational leader, died May 5 in Texarkana. He was 94.

Regarding Baptist institutions: “I’m going to put some things in print some may consider impolite or imprudent. Perhaps ...
05/06/2026

Regarding Baptist institutions: “I’m going to put some things in print some may consider impolite or imprudent. Perhaps so. Here we go.”

DBU’s Everett Center launched the “Two Empty Chairs” campaign urging President Trump to confront China’s religious perse...
05/06/2026

DBU’s Everett Center launched the “Two Empty Chairs” campaign urging President Trump to confront China’s religious persecution.

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows released a statement regarding Texas summer camp requirements to m...
05/06/2026

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows released a statement regarding Texas summer camp requirements to mitigate safety.

Pastoral and staff changes noted for churches in Amarillo and Warren.
05/06/2026

Pastoral and staff changes noted for churches in Amarillo and Warren.

Jonathan Hernández Sr., longtime pastor and ministry leader, died May 2, 2026. He was 88.
05/06/2026

Jonathan Hernández Sr., longtime pastor and ministry leader, died May 2, 2026. He was 88.

Ruth Cook honors all the Baptist women, including her mom, who served as mothers in her life and who continue to serve a...
05/06/2026

Ruth Cook honors all the Baptist women, including her mom, who served as mothers in her life and who continue to serve as mothers for others.

Baylor graduate Greg Torres makes a case for Baylor University and the BGCT maintaining their relationship for the sake ...
05/06/2026

Baylor graduate Greg Torres makes a case for Baylor University and the BGCT maintaining their relationship for the sake of Texas and beyond.

First Baptist Church in Amarillo has a “special friends” ministry to grow and nurture children within the church with sp...
05/06/2026

First Baptist Church in Amarillo has a “special friends” ministry to grow and nurture children within the church with special needs.

05/05/2026

A look at what's happening around the state this week.

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Wayland Baptist University has announced a series of administrative changes affecting campuses and leadership roles.
05/05/2026

Wayland Baptist University has announced a series of administrative changes affecting campuses and leadership roles.

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