Executive Committee: “While we are grateful for closure on this particular matter, we recognize that sexual abuse reform efforts must continue to be implemented across the Convention” - The Baptist Paper
US Department of Justice Investigates the Southern Baptist Convention
“The statement, signed by leaders of the SBC Executive Committee and other of the denomination’s national entities, didn’t say specifically what federal investigators are looking into, but they referenced an internal investigation into the Executive Committee’s handling of sexual abuse allegations.” - C.Index
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The DOJ’s Religious-Liberty Task Force Is a Breath of Fresh Air
“Promptly following the announcement, a cyber-mob inadvertently confirmed the importance of the new initiative. Participants practically trampled each other in a mad dash to denounce the Religious Liberty Task Force as the latest sign that the end is nigh.” - N. Review
Federal memo on religious freedom draws praise
In introducing 20 principles of religious freedom, Sessions said, “[T]o the greatest extent practicable and permitted by law, religious observance and practice should be reasonably accommodated in all government activity, including employment, contracting, and programming.” BPNews