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Southern Baptists Approve Abuse Task Force, Say Abusive Pastors Should Be Banned

Messengers to the SBC’s annual meeting directed brand-new President Ed Litton to set up a task force to address concerns Southern Baptist leaders have mistreated abuse victims and mishandled allegations of abuse.

Ed Litton: Systemic Racism Is ‘Obvious,’ but SBC Has ‘Never Condoned’ CRT

“We’ve never condoned critical race theory,” said Ed Litton, in an interview with OutFrontCNN. “We believe in gospel reconciliation.”

J.D. Greear’s Legacy as Southern Baptist President: Grappling With Abuse, Pushing Diversity

Here’s a look at J.D. Greear's legacy as the SBC’s president from 2018 to 2021.

Rachael Denhollander Explains the Long Road It Took for the SBC to Agree on a Sexual Abuse Investigation

Devoted Christ-follower and sexual abuse survivor Rachael Denhollander explained the long road it has taken to get the SBC to investigate the mishandling of sexual abuse claims.

Saddleback Church’s Ordination of Women Pastors to Be Considered by SBC Committee

A committee that determines whether churches are conforming to Southern Baptist Convention affiliation rules will consider whether Saddleback Church, led by Rick Warren, can continue in fellowship with the SBC after Saddleback recently ordained three women pastors.

Black Community Has New Option for Health Care: The Church

Church leaders in the Black community are extending their care efforts beyond the fight against COVID-19 and giving their flocks a place to seek health care for other ailments at a place they trust — the church.

James MacDonald Unleashes Vitriol Against Journalist, Calling Her a Liar, Sl** and Apostate

James MacDonald, the former megachurch pastor who’s been embroiled in scandal and controversy for several years, is lashing out against independent journalist Julie Roys.

UPDATE: Well-Known Christian Baker Charged With Violating Colorado’s Anti-Discrimination Law

The well-known Christian baker, Jack Phillips of Masterpiece Cake Shop, was back in court this time for refusing to make a cake for a person celebrating their gender transition.