Texas Baptists might end 140-year relationship with Baylor over one LGBTQ+ event

"While we value the deep, historic bond Baylor University and Texas Baptists have shared for 140 years, and the present ministry taking place on campus through avenues like our own Baptist Student Ministry (BSM), we also remain unwavering in our commitment to teaching and emphasizing a biblical view of sexuality."

"It is likely that the viewpoints to be shared at this event and others may not represent either BGCT's or Baylor's official positions, and convention messengers have made it clear that the traditional view of biblical sexuality is a matter of fellowship and harmonious cooperation."

"A coalition of five student groups, including the Baylor Democrats, Hearts for the Homeless and Students Demand Action, put it together as an alternative to Turning Point's and the Trump administration's message of exclusion and Christian nationalism."

The Baptist General Convention of Texas plans to formally review its long-standing relationship with Baylor University due to recent LGBTQ+ advocacy events. This decision follows a student-organized talk featuring LGBTQ+ advocates, which was seen as counterprogramming to another event. BGCT emphasizes its commitment to a biblical view of sexuality while acknowledging the historic bond with Baylor. The executive director indicated that the viewpoints at these events may not align with BGCT's or Baylor's official positions, prompting a governance study of their relationship.

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