by James Rice III | Jan 7, 2026 | Blog
The Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists (AWAB) is thrilled to announce a special live concert featuring award-winning drag artist and musician Flamy Grant, taking place on Monday, April 20, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio. This unforgettable evening of music,...
by James Rice III | Jan 7, 2026 | Ministry Opportunities
From FBC Austin: First Baptist Church of Austin is seeking a part-time Youth Ministry Associate / Minister toStudents (15–20 hours per week) to lead and nurture ministry with youth in grades 6–12. Thisflexible role is ideal for a relational leader who connects well...
by James Rice III | Dec 10, 2025 | Blog
The Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists (AWAB) is pleased to share the December 2025 edition of The Welcoming Spirit, our bi-monthly newsletter highlighting stories of LGBTQ+ inclusion, Baptist life, and the ongoing work of radical welcome across our...
by James Rice III | Dec 4, 2025 | The Rainbow Circle Blog
Dear Rainbow Circle Friends, This past Sunday, a new church year began as we celebrated the First Sunday of Advent. The first of five candles—the candle of hope—was lit, its flame small yet unwavering, daring the darkness to remain. When I’m not traveling, I walk to a...
by James Rice III | Dec 2, 2025 | Blog
By Rev. Dr. Brian Henderson, Executive Director of AWAB Every year on December 1, communities around the world pause to observe World AIDS Day—a day to remember the lives taken by HIV/AIDS, to honor those living with HIV today, and to recommit ourselves to compassion,...
