(FALLS CHURCH, VIRGINIA – August 27, 2026) The Baptist World Alliance (BWA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Dr. Ralph Douglas West as Ambassador for Preaching and Multiplying Congregations. General Secretary and CEO Elijah Brown observed, From Baptist...
The Baptist World Alliance (BWA) joins Baptists and Christians around the world in mourning the passing of Rev. Dr. Neville Callam, BWA General Secretary Emeritus.
Delegates to the Baptist World Alliance (BWA) Global Council approved four resolutions during their July 8 meeting, held in conjunction with the 2026 BWA Annual Gathering.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (TORONTO, Canada – July 6, 2026) The Baptist World Alliance (BWA) and Baylor University in Waco, Texas, USA, are launching a new academic partnership designed to equip Baptist leaders for global service in a rapidly changing world. This new BWA...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (TORONTO, Canada – July 7, 2026) During Tuesday's Global Council Session at the 2026 Annual Gathering, the Baptist World Alliance (BWA) presented the 2026 Denton and Janice Lotz Human Rights Award to Daniel Zacharias of Canada in recognition of...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (FALLS CHURCH, VIRGINIA – July 1, 2026) After seven years of service leading communications for the Baptist World Alliance (BWA), J. Merritt Johnston will transition to a full-time role as Executive Director of BWA Women, effective August 1,...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (TORONTO, Canada – July 5, 2026) Baptist leaders from around the world will gather this week in Toronto, Canada, for the 2026 Baptist World Alliance (BWA) Annual Gathering, taking place July 6–10 at Tyndale University. The event will bring...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (FALLS CHURCH, VIRGINIA – June 23, 2026) Following a global search, the Baptist World Alliance (BWA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Peck as its new Director of Communications and Media. Peck brings more than two...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (FALLS CHURCH, VIRGINIA – May 29, 2026) The Baptist World Alliance (BWA) is excited to announce the launch of the first dedicated website for Baptist World Aid (BWAid), the BWA’s aid and relief ministry. The site (BWAid.org) creates a centralized...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (FALLS CHURCH, VIRGINIA – January 16, 2026) Following a global search and interview process, the Baptist World Alliance (BWA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Annette Schmitz as the new Director of Global Events. Schmitz...