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SBC History: Orlando home to major SBC decisions

June 8, 2026

As Southern Baptists return to Orlando, Florida, for its annual meeting this week, we recall other SBC milestones connected to Orlando.

SBC Orlando History: Changes to Baptist Faith and Message

June 8, 2026

The Orlando meeting in 2000 is remembered for adopting a revised confession — that strengthened language on biblical authority, formally limited the office of pastor to men, incorporated the family amendment and added clearer statements on several social and moral issues.

SBC Orlando History: Great Commission Task Force

June 8, 2026

In 2009, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary President Danny Akin worked with Johnny Hunt, the SBC president at the time, to flesh out the idea of a Great Commission Resurgence.

SBC Orlando History: Canceled meetings

June 8, 2026

Orlando was also the “site” of the canceled 2020 annual meeting because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

New ministry statement on AI released for Baptist pastors, ministers

June 8, 2026

Southern Baptist leaders, in an effort led by Lifeway Christian Resources, have released a new statement intended to help guide pastors and ministers in the application of AI.

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for June 14

June 8, 2026

Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for June 14, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.

Pressley and presidential candidates urge unity, clear focus ahead of Orlando meeting

June 8, 2026

Southern Baptist Convention President Clint Pressley and the two announced candidates seeking to succeed him urged pastors this week to pursue doctrinal clarity, rebuild trust and keep the Great Commission at the center as messengers prepare to gather in Orlando for the SBC Annual Meeting.