Resolutions on abortion and race were among the five resolutions approved overwhelmingly by messengers to the Alabama Baptist State Convention Nov. 16–17 at Whitesburg Baptist Church in Huntsville.
Resolution No. 2, “On Protecting Unborn Children by Prioritizing Legislation,” calls for Alabama legislators to work within their power to end abortion. It passed after an amendment was offered by Jason Hobbs, pastor of and messenger from Community Baptist Church in Maylene, to adapt the original language in one section from “further regulate and limit abortion” to “abolish abortion.”
Resolution No. 3, “On Sufficiency of Scripture Concerning Racial and Intercultural Relations,” acknowledges that “the sin of racism continues to exist” and calls for ongoing “engagement with and improvement of” relations with “persons of all racial and cultural backgrounds.”
However, “we will not embrace any theory, including Critical Race Theory or any theory of racial supremacy, that is inconsistent with our understanding of Scripture,” the resolution states.
Appreciations
Resolution No. 1, “On Affirmation of Judson College,” commends Judson’s leadership and graduates on their efforts to sustain the college and the legacy left by the 183-year-old institution that closed earlier this year.
Resolution No. 4, “On Affirmation of Joe Godfrey,” expresses appreciation for the retiring leader of Alabama Citizens Action Program and American Character Builders. Godfrey will retire April 30, 2022.
Resolution No. 5 recognized Whitesburg Baptist Church, the Madison Baptist Association and area leaders for hosting the 2021 convention annual meeting.
None of the resolutions garnered floor debate, and all passed with no dissenting votes.
Read the full text of the resolutions here.
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