
The Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC)
What is the erlc? The ERLC represents a concerted effort to bring God’s Word to bear on issues of moral importance in our society. We see ourselves as missionaries sent by Southern Baptists to a confusing and chaotic public square in order to bring the hope of the gospel.
5 Facts about the history of the SBC and the pro-life cause - ERLC
2020年1月17日 · The most prominent mention came in 1971, when the leadership of the Christian Life Commission (which was later renamed ERLC) supported a resolution—which was later adopted at the SBC annual meeting—that called upon Southern Baptists to “work for legislation that will allow the possibility of abortion under such conditions as rape, incest ...
Brent Leatherwood - ERLC
Brent Leatherwood was elected as president of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission in 2022, after a year of leading the organization as acting president. Previously, he served as chief of staff at the ERLC, as well as the entity’s director of strategic partnerships.
Why churches matter in the fight against addiction - ERLC
2018年9月19日 · Join the ERLC in Dallas on October 11-13 for the Cross-Shaped Family. This conference is designed to equip families to see that all of our family stories are shaped by the ultimate story of our lives, the gospel. Speakers include Russell Moore, Jen Wilkin, Matt Chandler, Eric Mason, Ray Ortlund, Beth Moore, Jamie Ivey, and many more.
Asking Congress to Defund Planned Parenthood - erlc.com
2025年2月12日 · The ERLC is calling on legislators to take concrete steps in a reconciliation bill to ensure that no funds are allocated to Planned Parenthood or its affiliates. Southern Baptists affirm the sanctity of every human life, including the preborn.
Explainer: Understanding the Comstock Act - ERLC
2024年12月23日 · However, the ERLC continues to advocate for pro-life protections at the federal level. The Comstock Act can serve as a foundation for pro-life efforts to restrict the distribution of abortion pills, such as mifepristone , and other abortion-related materials at the federal level.
Putting our politics in their place on Election Day - ERLC
On June 11, 2024, the ERLC had the privilege of hosting Dana Hall McCain and Jon Kelly for a panel... Read More
Protecting your church against sexual orientation and gender
2015年7月1日 · The ERLC has teamed up with ADF to produce an updated version of a resource designed to help ministries do just that—prepare. This resource is a 44-page booklet titled Protecting Your Ministry from Sexual Orientation Gender Identity Lawsuits .
Why are so many young adults losing their faith? - ERLC
2021年10月11日 · Every pastor I’ve spoken with in 2021 has called this the hardest year of their ministry. We could point to political polarization, COVID-19, mask mandates, racial tension and more as the reasons why. But one theme that has been a personal discouragement for me has been the so-called deconversion of young adult believers who formerly
Legacy of Hope - ERLC
Our Legacy of Hope series highlights stories of individuals who found an ally in the ERLC, as we provided the timely resources and biblical encouragement they needed.