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 | Oct 9, 2025 | The Rainbow Circle Blog
Dear Rainbow Circle Friends, I’m thrilled to share that Finding a Home Among Baptists by C. Delane Tew is finally here! After five years in the making, this long-awaited history tells the story of how Baptists have “come out” over the decades to affirm and include...
by James Rice III | Aug 25, 2025 | The Rainbow Circle Blog
Dear Rainbow Circle Members & Friends: As I write to you today, I’m aware that the onslaught of anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment, rhetoric, and legislation continues. This is increasingly difficult to process and, in many cases, experience first-hand. On a recent AWAB trip,...
by James Rice III | Jul 29, 2025 | The Rainbow Circle Blog
Dear Rainbow Circle Members & Friends: Can you believe we’re nearly through summer? Since we last connected, I have personally moved cross-country to be nearer to my family, especially my three kids (although two of my three are now young adults and beginning...
by James Rice III | May 29, 2025 | The Rainbow Circle Blog
Dear Rainbow Circle Members & Friends: As we enter June when many communities around the country celebrate Pride month, I am aware that this year many churches, institutions, and individuals are experiencing Pride differently . For churches and institutions, Pride...
by James Rice III | Apr 30, 2025 | The Rainbow Circle Blog
Dear Rainbow Circle Members & Friends: The Collective of Queer Christian Leaders (CQCL) gathered on April 14th at 10:00 am EDT for a Rally at the U.S. Capitol. This group, of which AWAB is a founding member, recognized how as a nation we are at a pivotal moment in...
