ERLC Announcements/NewsBrowse by Recently AddedTitleDateAuthorTopic ERLC Announcements/News Press ReleaseRussell Moore to address Southern Baptists during SBC advance online eventby Elizabeth BristowNASHVILLE, Tenn., June 2, 2020—Russell Moore, president of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission, will give a ministry update during today’s SBC Advance, a special online event. During his pre-recorded SBC Advance report, Moore plans to highlight the ERLC’s work over the last year in areas related to religious liberty, church sexual abuse, Continue… Continue... ERLC Announcements/News Press ReleaseERLC announces staff changes to strengthen the organization’s work and fulfill its mission with excellenceby Elizabeth BristowNASHVILLE, Tenn., April 27, 2020—Russell Moore, president of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission, has announced organizational changes and new staff positions to strengthen the work of the organization and fulfill its mission to serve and equip churches to apply the gospel to moral and ethical issues. Moore has appointed Daniel Patterson Continue… Continue... ERLC Announcements/News Press ReleaseERLC’s Jason Thacker Releases Book on Artificial Intelligence & Future of Humanityby Elizabeth BristowJason Thacker, of the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention, released his new book today, “The Age of AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity,” with Zondervan. In “The Age of AI,” Thacker, who serves as creative director and associate research fellow at the ERLC, helps readers navigate the digital age Continue… Continue... ERLC Announcements/News Press ReleaseERLC’s international pro-life work takes focus to Northern Irelandby Elizabeth BristowNASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 27, 2020—The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention has long played an active role in advocating for the protection of religious freedom and standing for human dignity in the international context. While the ERLC remains committed to American pro-life work, the organization recognizes an urgent need that it Continue… Continue... Abortion ArticleLetter from the ERLC Executive Committeeby executive-committee-of-the-erlcDear Chairman Stone and Members of the Executive Committee, As convictional and grateful Southern Baptists, we would like to thank every member of the Executive Committee for their service to the Southern Baptist Convention. Our convention is indebted to all who take time to do the unglamorous but vital work of serving on our various Continue… Continue... ERLC Announcements/News Press ReleaseERLC Announces Members of its 2020 Leadership Councilby Elizabeth BristowNASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 29, 2020—The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention announced members of its 2020 Leadership Council today. This year’s Leadership Council is comprised of 84 Southern Baptist pastors, ministry leaders and church members across the country. The mission of the Leadership Council is to receive targeted investment from the Continue… Continue... ERLC Announcements/News ArticleWhat is the Introductory Guide to Caring Well?by Phillip BethancourtAfter a 14-year-old girl was groomed by her youth pastor to trust him, he began sexually abusing her. He continually told her she was the cause of his sin and that it was her fault. He said she would never amount to anything, never graduate from college, never be loved, and never be married. He Continue… Continue... ERLC Announcements/News ArticleHow to watch the 2019 Caring Well Conference at homeby ERLC StaffThe American church is facing an abuse crisis. Churches should be a refuge for those who have experienced abuse. But, too often, survivors haven't found the protection they deserve and the care they need from the church. Is your church doing all it can to be safe for survivors and safe from abuse? The Continue… Continue... ERLC Announcements/News Capitol Conversations EpisodeSummer reflections with the 2019 internsby Jeff PickeringAs the summer wrapped up, the ERLC interns in Washington joined Jeff Pickering to reflect on their experiences. The group discusses their favorite projects, memorable meetings on Capitol Hill, and laughable moments at the Leland House. Our internship program exists to prepare students and young professionals with a gospel-centered, kingdom-focused perspective on the issues of Continue… Continue... ERLC Announcements/News ArticleWho would you like to nominate for the ERLC 2020 Leadership Council?by Phillip BethancourtDo you know someone who could be a good fit for the 2020 ERLC Leadership Council? Complete the recommendation form by October 1 to nominate them for consideration. What is the ERLC Leadership Council? The ERLC Leadership Council is a collection of SBC pastors and leaders who receive intentional investment from the ERLC team. During their Continue… Continue...