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ERLC under attack again, but with a twist: It has no Trump influence

An earlier version of this article incorrectly identified Scott Colter as leader of the Center for Baptist Leadership. In fact, Colter retweeted the statement from the Center for Baptist Leadership, which is headed by William Wolfe. The far-right in…

Harsh Florida law blocked while Trump administration sows more fear among immigrants

In the fast-moving world of U.S. immigration news, a Florida court blocked a severe state law while the Trump administration continues to spread fear in its anti-immigrant campaign. A federal court in Miami temporarily blocked a new Florida law that…

Robert Jones: We need a vital, independent free press

Robert P. Jones was the keynote speaker at an April 8 conference sponsored by the Texas Tribune and Religion News Service on the campus of Southern Methodist University in Dallas. The theme of the day was how journalists tell stories…

‘Trey’s Law’ advances in Texas and Missouri

“Trey’s Law” continues gaining momentum in the Texas and Missouri legislatures. The law calls for an amendment to state laws surrounding the use of nondisclosure agreements in child sexual abuse cases. If passed, Trey’s Law will make it easier for…

How the anti-DEI mandate will devastate many nonprofits

The Trump administration’s campaign against DEI is having an unseen and underreported effect on the nation’s nonprofits: Some of the largest corporations are reducing or eliminating support out of fear of being too compassionate toward minorities. This news is so…

Ministry jobs and more

Baptist News Global provides a free listing of ministry-related jobs for Baptist churches, theological institutions and organizations across the United States. Each free posting is for 30 days and is limited to 150 words. Postings may be extended another 30…

Why I’m a pastor who opposes a Ten Commandments bill

On Monday, April 7, the Arkansas General Assembly approved Senate Bill 433, which mandates posting the Ten Commandments in every public school classroom in Arkansas. This bill mimics a similar one passed in Louisiana recently. Among its sponsors was Tim…

Royal Lane Church announces new prophetic leadership fellowship

Royal Lane Baptist Church in Dallas will launch an innovative fellowship to strengthen the social justice witness of progressive Baptist congregations and bridge the gap between seminary education and advocacy work in the public square. Funded by a new four-year,…

Trinity Evangelical Divinity School will merge into Canadian school

Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Illinois will become part of Trinity Western University in Canada, officials of both schools announced April 8. Both schools are affiliated with the Evangelical Free Church of America. Trinity Evangelical once was a powerhouse among…

Trump’s disruptions are ‘necessary for progress,’ Mohler tells The New Yorker

The disruptions created by President Donald Trump are necessary for “progress to be made toward correction,” Al Mohler told The New Yorker in an interview published April 1. The president of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Ky., is one…

The latest far-right argument: Women are too empathetic to serve on Supreme Court

While still attacking empathy as a sin, the far-right among American conservatives — including some Christian leaders — has a new gripe to air: Women should not be allowed to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court. William Wolfe, former aide…

‘Be careful of Scripture heavy in law but light on grace,’ Wesley warns

‘Show up and do something,’ ACLU leader urges

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