Baptists Engaging Injustice in Birmingham
It looks as though the Baptist World Alliance congress is having a challenging time this week in Birmingham, England.
Wednesday
The Baptist Women Leadership Conference reports back.
“As Baptist women, we covenant to support and uphold a Biblical vision of God and the world which enables us to see beyond the practices of our various cultures that condone the exploitation of our sisters through injustices, violence, and oppression.”
Thursday
Tony Campolo challenges Baptists worldwide on the mission statement of Jesus.
“Being a Christian is not having the right theology. It’s having your heart broken by the things that break Jesus’ heart.”
Friday
The convention is challenged to make dealing with AIDS a priority. Rick Warren says Baptists should be able to “celebrate our diversity and celebrate our unity”. He’s disappointed about the withdrawal of the Southern Baptists from the rest of the Congress.
Saturday
Jimmy Carter receives two standing ovations at a luncheon in his honour. He hits the international news with his comments about being embarrassed at the detention of accused terrorists in Guantanamo Bay without access to lawyers or information about charges. Carter’s comments have hit the blogosphere – stimulating the response of right wing Americans incensed at his insults. Well, good on him, I say!
See also Tall Skinny Kiwi’s post:
Highlights of BWA World Congress
Postkiwi Duncan Macleod posts on life, faith and culture in Australia, drawing from his involvement in the creative industry, the Uniting Church, the blogosphere, generational research, the emerging church and life on the Gold Coast.
Duncan is the editor of The Inspiration Room, a site showcasing advertising, design and other work produced by the global creative community.
