The positions of the Baptist churches about homosexuality are varied. They range from liberal to fundamentalist or moderate Conservative and neutral.
There is a diversity of views of Baptist denominations on homosexuality.[1][2] Most denominations remain conservative, believing in what they describe as 'traditional' marriage between one man and one woman.[3] Some denominations allow local and autonomous congregations to determine their own regional policies. Some Baptist denominations supports same-sex marriage.
Several organizations and denominations of Baptist churches have issued statements and resolutions about homosexuality.
The vast majority of Baptist denominations around the world hold a conservative view on homosexuality,[4] like those gathered in the Baptist World Alliance.[5]
The Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists is made up of Baptist churches, organizations, and individuals who welcome and affirm people regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, and advocate for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender inclusion within Baptist faith communities.[6]
Some Baptist denominations in the United States do not have official beliefs about marriage in a confession of faith and invoke congregationalism to leave the choice to each church to decide.[7][8]
Some Baptist denominations supports same-sex marriage.