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International Mission Board
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Great Commission Resurgence
Easter
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Matt Queen
Abortion Legislation
Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission
Baptism Sunday
Solar Eclipse 2024

A weekly news roundup from the Southern Baptist Convention as well as guest interviews from today's top church leaders.

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In this episode, we learn about the nomination of Stephen Pace to be the next president of Southeastern Seminary, receive an update from the recent Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission trustees' meeting, reflect on the faithfulness of Steve Gaines, ... more

Brandon Porter and Laura Erlanson highlight Church Planting Sunday and recent efforts to encourage African Americans to serve on the mission field, they discuss a religious liberty case between the city of Chicago and Moody Bible Institute, David Man... more

Brandon Porter and Laura Erlanson share how Memphis pastor Steve Gaines has entered hospice care in the midst of a battle with cancer, the search committee for the Woman's President Union presidential candidate, the 2026 SBC Resolutions Committee, a ... more

In this episode, Brandon Porter and Laura Erlanson cover the recent war between the U.S., Israel and Iran, the theological considerations of just war, the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering being underway, and Feb. 2026 Cooperative Program giving. Plus,... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle McDaniel
Pastor, East Frankfort Baptist Church; Chaplain at Kentucky Baptist Capitol Commission
East Frankfort Baptist Church; Capitol Commission (KY)
Episode: A focus on church planting and missions, Annual Meeting resources now available, Tips on praying for political leaders
Steven Curtis Chapman
Musician and author
Steven Curtis Chapman Ministries
Episode: Steve Gaines enters hospice care, 2026 Resolutions Committee announced, An interview with Steven Curtis and Mary Beth Chapman
Mary Beth Chapman
Author and speaker
Steven Curtis Chapman Ministries
Episode: Steve Gaines enters hospice care, 2026 Resolutions Committee announced, An interview with Steven Curtis and Mary Beth Chapman
Bryant Wright
Former SBC president; former Send Relief president
Southern Baptist Convention / Send Relief
Episode: War in the Middle East, 2026 Annie Armstrong Offering, An interview with Bryant Wright
Jeff Dalrymple
Director of the Abuse Prevention and Response Office for the SBC
SBC Executive Committee
Episode: Forces for Good Summit aims to equip churches for sexual abuse prevention, response; Lifeway reports on a strong fiscal year; Gospel influence at the Olympics
Hunter Clamp
Young pastor serving a rural church in South Carolina
Episode: International Mission Board Sending Celebration, ERLC trustees approve leadership statement, Hunter Clamp shares about serving a rural church
Tara Dew
Author and Ministry Leader focused on women's ministry and pastor's wives
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Episode: Winter weather affects millions, Inside Minneapolis' Cities Church, Tara Dew finds peace in Psalm 23
Miles Mullin
Chief of Staff for the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission
Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission
Episode: Minneapolis church disruption, Persecution continues in Nigeria, The great value of human life
Chris Reinertsen
Pastor at Southtown Baptist Church and AMS of the Twin Cities Metro Baptist Association
Twin Cities Metro Baptist Association
Episode: Minneapolis churches hold fast, Key Supreme Court hearings, An AI powered evangelism trainer

Hosts

Brandon Porter
Co-host of SBC This Week
Laura Erlanson
Co-host of SBC This Week

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • Five Stars

    So thankful for this podcast!

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    Matt.Deavers
    United Statesa month ago
  • The Highlight of my Week!

    This podcast is the highlight of my week. I share the podcast with my church leaders and keep them informed on happenings going on in the Southern Baptist Convention. Thank you for your straightforward and honest reporting and making it so relevant and interesting. I look forward to seeing it in video one day. Keep up the good work and God bless.

    Jeff Russell

    Ross Baptist Church

    Windsor, NC

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff Russell, Windsor, NC
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent podcast by 2 communicators of character

    I always learn a lot from these two. They are transparent, open and informative. I’m grateful they represent & communicate the churches of the SBC.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jaroland74
    United States5 years ago
  • Where have you been?!

    How have you both not heard Graves Into Gardens? 🤦🏻‍♀️😀

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    thriving groves
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Information

    Loved hearing a recap and info related to our convention. Must listen to stay informed

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    buffmc23
    United States5 years ago

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Regular guests and resources are particularly helpful for church leaders.
Informative SBC coverage with trustworthy hosts.
Great balance of news, history, and guest insights.
Hosts' banter is engaging and approachable.
Listeners appreciate concise updates and practical takeaways.

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A focus on church planting and missions, Annual Meeting resources now available, Tips on praying for political leaders
Q: What should people pray for when interceding for political leaders?
Pray for their salvation, divine wisdom, discernment, courage, perseverance, humility, teachability, and moral integrity, and for the revival of the nation and health of churches.
A focus on church planting and missions, Annual Meeting resources now available, Tips on praying for political leaders
Q: What is the first step for a church to get involved in praying for their lawmakers?
Reach out to the Capital Commission as a central hub for state ministry and sign up for Pray1Tim2.org to receive structured daily prayer prompts.
War in the Middle East, 2026 Annie Armstrong Offering, An interview with Bryant Wright
Q: Well, we are very glad to have Bryant Wright with us today. Who is a former SBC president and fairly recent former Send Relief president. But also kind of had an interesting situation in the Middle East here in the last week or two.
Bryant Wright explains the mission team's experiences in Israel during the escalation, describing the sequence of travel disruptions, sheltering from sirens, and the eventual return home, while reflecting on faith lessons and leadership implications for the church.
Forces for Good Summit aims to equip churches for sexual abuse prevention, response; Lifeway reports on a strong fiscal year; Gospel influence at the Olympics
Q: Why is the Forces for Good Summit so important?
It is critical for abuse prevention and response because we're equipping convention and associational leaders to be experts where they're at, to be able to then serve churches on the front lines.
International Mission Board Sending Celebration, ERLC trustees approve leadership statement, Hunter Clamp shares about serving a rural church
Q: What led you to serve in a rural church?
Hunter discussed feeling God's call to pastor in a rural context where few young men venture, wanting to serve the community and build deep relationships.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SBC This Week

What is SBC This Week about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show is a weekly digest of Southern Baptist Convention news, trends, and leadership updates, often paired with interviews from pastors, seminary leaders, and ethics or ministry experts. Recent episodes center on strategic priorities like international missions funding, abuse prevention, disaster relief, and church safety, while also highlighting major SBC initiatives, interviews with notable guests, and updates from seminary camps, worship leadership, and public policy. The format blends behind-the-scenes SBC governance, faith-driven philanthropy, and practical ministry insights, making it useful for professionals tracking church networks, missions funding, and leadership development.

A standout across episodes is the clear focus on m... more

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