How many BGCT churches are there?

How many BGCT churches are there?

5,341 churches
According to a denomination census released in 2020, it claimed 5,341 churches and 1,708,415 members.

What do Texas Baptists believe?

The SBTC believes in the inerrancy of Scripture, salvation only in Jesus Christ, and the primacy of the local church. The SBTC established missions and evangelism as its major emphases. The SBTC adopted the 2000 SBC Baptist Faith and Message as its own statement of faith.

How many Baptists are in Texas?

But the break in Texas is considerably more significant. The state’s established Baptist organization, the 2.7-million-member Baptist General Convention of Texas, is the largest state organization within the Southern Baptist Convention.

Is Baylor Southern Baptist?

Though Baylor is a Baptist university, it is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas (the BGCT plays a role in electing 25% of the Board of Regents), not the SBC. However, many churches throughout Texas and the rest of the country are members of or are affiliated with the SBC.

Where is the headquarters of the Southern Baptist Convention?

Nashville, TN
Southern Baptist Convention/Headquarters locations

What is the biggest religion in Texas?

According to the Pew Research Center in 2014, Christianity was the largest religion (77%).

Is Texas the most religious state?

Louisiana is also very religious, with an overall score of 71%. Arkansas and South Carolina are tied for 5th place with scores of 70%. Here are the 10 states with the most religiousity: Alabama (77.00%)…Most Religious States 2021.

State	Religious Adults
Georgia	66.00%
Oklahoma	66.00%
North Carolina	65.00%
Texas	64.00%

Is Baylor a church affiliated university?

Baylor was founded on Christian values and is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. Being a Christian, however, is not required for admission to Baylor. In fact, our undergraduate student body represents about 40 different religious affiliations.

Is Baylor part of SBC?