[Jerry_M]

"I say that the Southern Baptist Convention left me, because the SBC as it is today is not the same spiritual and theological home in which I grew up," Baker said. "I think that there's a distinct call to the church to push the edges of inclusiveness."

Huh?

Can anyone name any SBC church in the 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's, or 80's that had a lesbian pastor?

Sorry chick, but the SBC didn't leave you, you have chosen to flaunt your sin, and true Christians call upon you to repent.

[CARepubGal]

When Kreis White's family was considering whether to join Glendale, he was told about Baker's sexual orientation. He didn't see it as relevant. "My kids got to help in the soup kitchen yesterday, and Habitat for Humanity is a blast. The activism is what attracted me," he said. Baker's sexual orientation is "such a small fraction of who she is," White said. "She is also a Braves fan, which I find horribly compelling. She is a gifted speaker, a great pulpit speaker. She is a very spiritual leader for the kids." Inclusiveness? Activism? How about simply preaching the Word of God? And a lesbian in the pulpit? No thanks! I am so glad the SBC and TBC handled this situation quickly. That is one women's retreat I would NEVER attend! :( I hope a good SBC affiliated church is there to receive the refugees.