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 …

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 …

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.

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.

Jun 6, 2023 · The ERLC’s main office is in Nashville, Tennessee, but its work and building in Washington have been integral in communicating to federal policymakers where Southern …

Gathering together some of the most respected Southern Baptist minds, the ERLC’s various research initiatives and resources will influence evangelical thinking and give you confidence …

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 …

Jul 23, 2025 · As the majority of state legislatures have concluded the 2025 segment of their two-year legislative sessions, the ERLC has highlighted five important legislative outcomes from …