Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists
since 1993
Welcoming & Affirming All People
As the only organization solely devoted to building the Welcoming and Affirming movement within the Baptist traditions, AWAB has a unique call to be The National Voice for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Allied Baptists in the US.
Since 1993 AWAB has been supporting churches in being and becoming Welcoming and Affirming of all people regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. We work as individuals, congregations, regional groupings and as a national body to advance the Radical Welcome and Love of God in Jesus Christ through being the Ministry of Reconciliation and building up the Beloved Community where all will be one.
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Recent News
AWAB Launches Million Dollar “Here We Grow” Campaign
We have launched a new fundraising campaign with the goal of raising One Million Dollars to sustain AWAB's operation for generations to come. Our Executive Director, Brian Henderson, and Development Director, Natalie Aho, have released the following statement: Our...
CBF’s Affirming Network and AWAB Announce Merger
As of June 1, 2024, The Affirming Network (AFN) of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF) merged with The Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists (AWAB), becoming one consolidated organization under AWAB's name. This pivotal decision follows a period during...
AWAB Plans “Big Reveal” for CBF
AWAB is planing a "Big Reveal" about something that will radically change our association for the better! To be the first to hear about it, make sure you get your tickets for our concert and reception with Walker Burroughs. Tickets can be purchased HERE. Our...
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