SBC Women’s Ministry Advisory Council named

ATLANTA — A diverse group of 18 women is studying the perspectives and strategies women in Southern Baptist churches bring to the God-given task of fulfilling the Great Commission.

They comprise the Women’s Ministry Advisory Council appointed by Frank S. Page, president of the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee.

Council member Chris Adams, senior lead women’s ministry specialist with LifeWay Christian Resources, said, “Many women in Southern Baptist churches do not feel valued as leaders though they want to make a Kingdom difference. … Thank you (Executive Committee) for affirming the value of women and encouraging the use of our spiritual gifts in ministry.”

Rhonda Kelley, an adjunct professor of women’s ministry at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary where her husband, Chuck Kelley, is president, chairs the council. Women from 14 states comprise the council.

(BP)