SBC Bans Women Pastors, Sparks Divide | Jacksonville News

Southern Baptists just voted to ban women from serving as pastors — a move that could expel churches affirming female leadership. While the SBC is America’s largest Protestant denomination, this decision deepens a long-standing divide, especially in Black churches where women have led for generations — often unrecognized by institutional structures. Critics, including Bishop Corletta Vaughn, call it an institutional power grab, while supporters frame it as doctrinal clarity. Groups like Baptist Women in Ministry condemn the rhetoric and stand with women whose callings are now under threat. The amendment returns next year — and if it passes, it will redefine pastoral authority across the denomination, sparking a national debate: Is ministry defined by a church office or by divine calling — and who gets to decide? Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/e2916aa7bf21a78b