The ERLC exists to assist your church by helping you understand the moral demands of the gospel, apply Christian principles to moral and social problems and questions of public policy, …

True human dignity, rooted in the imago Dei, motivates the ERLC to honor all people as made in God's image. We stand for the displaced, the trafficked, the preyed upon, and the …

Feb 12, 2025 · The ERLC is calling on legislators to take concrete steps in a reconciliation bill to ensure that no funds are allocated to Planned Parenthood or its affiliates.

Mar 21, 2023 · The ERLC is the Southern Baptist entity tasked with speaking for Southern Baptists in the public square and speaking to Southern Baptists on matters of moral importance.

Jul 31, 2025 · Leatherwood was elected as president of the ERLC in 2022, after a year of leading the organization as acting president. Previously, he served as chief of staff at the ERLC, as …

The work of the ERLC is grounded in God’s Word and informed by Southern Baptist resolutions on issues related to life, religious liberty, marriage and family, and human dignity. We ensure …

Through our various resources, including articles, our magazine, the ERLC Podcast, and videos, we offer a voice of hope that will assist you in responding to matters regarding life, religious …

As the ERLC serves Southern Baptists, we want you to know what’s behind the scenes of our work. We’ve provided a list of answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

Apr 17, 2025 · The ERLC is advocating for “ gender transition” procedures to be banned for minors. The ERLC filed an amicus brief before the Supreme Court in U.S. v. Skrmetti, a case …

Jun 24, 2025 · This case is now before the Supreme Court, and the ERLC signed onto an amicus brief in defense of parental rights, an item of particular importance to Southern Baptists as …