Myers Park Church Renames Itself

After 83 years, Myers Park Baptist Church has rebranded as Myers Park Covenant Church — a bold move reflecting its evolution into a fully inclusive, LGBTQ-affirming community. With over 800 members, the congregation voted to shed the “Baptist” label, which they felt had become a barrier to newcomers seeking spiritual belonging. Though the name change signals a new chapter, the church’s mission, programs, and welcoming spirit remain unchanged. This shift follows decades of progressive leadership, including early support for LGBTQ inclusion and women in ministry, and comes after their historic 1990s split from the Southern Baptist Convention. The new name better captures their identity as a covenant community open to all — regardless of background, belief, or identity. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/936c22aa6d4f63ed