National Baptist Convention
Clinton describes her ‘activist, social justice faith’ to Baptists
By Emily McFarlan Miller — September 8, 2016
(RNS) Hillary Clinton quoted Scripture, hymns and even St. Francis of Assisi as she spoke at length about her faith -- something she said doesn't come naturally to a 'Midwestern Methodist.'
Atheist group sues Kansas City, Mo., over Baptist convention
By guest — July 26, 2016
The lawsuit asks a federal judge to block the city from spending taxpayer dollars to support the event.
Southern Baptists invite black Baptist leader to drive home message on race
By Adelle M. Banks — June 14, 2016
(RNS) The president of the Southern Baptist Convention invited the president of the National Baptist Convention, USA, to share the stage with him.
Black, white Baptist presidents lead racial unity event
By Adelle M. Banks — November 3, 2015
(RNS) “There are so many people who say, ‘What in the world can we do?’” said the Rev. Jerry Young, president of the National Baptist Convention, USA. "We’re hopeful and prayerful that God will use this not as an event but as a movement.”
Black churches bucking the trend of decline
By Adelle M. Banks — August 13, 2015
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (RNS) A recent Pew Research Center survey showed that historically black denominations are not losing their share of the U.S. population. Why is that?
Black clergy walk a fine line between religious liberty, discrimination
By Adelle M. Banks — July 17, 2015
(RNS) Though several black denominations oppose same-sex marriage, many also object to religious exemptions in nondiscrimination laws.
Black pastors move to counter new voter ID laws
By Adelle M. Banks — September 6, 2012
(RNS) African-American clergy are joining forces with civil rights groups to push for increased voter registration ahead of the November election, spurred on by new voter laws they say restrict opportunities for minorities to enter the voting booth. By Adelle M. Banks.
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