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Southern Baptists oppose Confederate flag

By Travis Loller Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Southern Baptist Convention on Tuesday urged Christians to stop displaying the Confederate battle flag, recognizing that it is perceived by many as a “symbol of hatred, […]

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Baptist leader wants more diversity in convention

Southern Baptist Convention President Fred Luter said he wants more diversity in the 16-million-member organization.

Luter, the first black president of the convention, was in Jackson for the 177th gathering of the Mississippi Baptist Convention. After delivering a sermon at First Baptist Church of Jackson, Luter told reporters his selection as president shows a commitment to increasing diversity, but he said there’s more to be done. […]