Why Democrats continue to struggle: Too many Baptists, not enough bootleggers
Democrats could really benefit from forming an alliance between moral advocates and profit seekers—much like their Republican counterparts already do. Let’s unpack this. Back in the 20th century, there was a heated discussion in the U.S. about laws that limited commercial activities on Sundays. Many people supported these laws for moral reasons, believing that stepping […]
Southern Baptists narrowly reject ban on churches with women pastors
The Southern Baptist Convention narrowly rejected a proposal to include a clause in its constitution that would have banned churches from having female pastors. The proposal received 61% of the vote, but did not meet the two-thirds majority requirement. Official church doctrine still restricts the pastoral profession to men, a position supported by opponents of […]
Southern Baptists poised to enact ban on churches with women pastors
A proposed constitutional amendment to the Southern Baptist Convention aims to ban churches from having female pastors. The amendment came after a controversy sparked by a Virginia pastor who challenged the affiliation of several churches. A vote on the proposed ban is scheduled to take place next week at the SBC’s annual meeting in Indianapolis. […]
Southern Baptists choose new president following sex abuse scandal, financial difficulties
Southern Baptists’ top governing body has chosen its first permanent leader in nearly two and a half years, despite its own stumbling blocks to resolve issues and navigate the turmoil of controversies ranging from sexual abuse scandals to financial battles. new president. Jeff Iorg, the longtime president of the Southern Baptist Convention’s only seminary outside […]
Southern Baptists shun church with female pastor, two others for defying sex abuse policy
The Southern Baptist Convention’s highest governing body voted Tuesday to expel four congregations. One was for placing a woman in the senior pastorate, two was for failures related to the denomination’s sexual abuse policy, and one was for lack of financial participation. The SBC’s executive committee announced the decision after a closed-door meeting at the […]