by James Rice III | Oct 19, 2026 | Blog
During the 2026 AWAB Annual Lecture, the Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists gathered for a special moment in the life of our organization: the dedication of our official AWAB stole. Created by AWAB friend and supporter Lori Norvell, the hand stitched...
by James Rice III | Oct 13, 2026 | Blog
We did it together. The Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists has officially completed its Here We Grow Campaign, raising and pledging $1,027,000 and surpassing our ambitious $1 million goal. For more than two years, member congregations, Rainbow Circle...
by James Rice III | Oct 7, 2026 | Blog
The Welcoming Spirit October 2026: Legacy, Faithfulness and What Comes Next The October 2026 edition of The Welcoming Spirit, the bi-monthly publication of the Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists, invites readers to reflect on the legacies we inherit and...
by James Rice III | Sep 30, 2026 | AWAB Openings
The Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists is seeking a part-time Program Coordinator to join our growing staff team. As AWAB enters a new season of ministry, this position will help strengthen the programs and resources that serve our expanding network of...
by James Rice III | Sep 28, 2026 | The Rainbow Circle Blog
Dear Rainbow Circle Members, I fly nearly every week on behalf of AWAB. From those many hours in airports and on airplanes, I can tell you that Senator Tommy Tuberville’s claim that “furry culture” poses a threat to flight safety bears no resemblance to what I...
