Homosexuality and Baptist churches
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The positions of the Baptist churches about homosexuality are varied. The main ones being conservative fundamentalist or moderate, liberal and progressive. Some Baptist associations support blessings of same-sex marriage.
Basic beliefs
There is a diversity of views of Baptist denominations on homosexuality. Most denominations remain conservative, believing in what they describe as 'traditional' marriage between one man and one woman. Some denominations allow local and autonomous congregations to determine their own regional policies. Some Baptist denominations supports same-sex marriage.
Denominational positions
Several organizations and denominations of Baptist churches have issued statements and resolutions about homosexuality.
International denominations
Fundamentalist position
In some Independent Baptist churches, there are anti-LGBT activists.
Conservative position
The vast majority of Baptist denominations around the world hold a conservative view on homosexuality, like those gathered in the Baptist World Alliance.
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