Part 2: Baptist Tribalism – Pros and Cons

by | May 7, 2010 | Opinion

Given their unique congregational structures, Baptists have easily adopted tribal patterns for their ongoing solidarity. These can be based upon linguistic, cultural, regional or theological factors. For instance, we know of Hispanic Baptists, black Baptists, Southern...

Part 1: Religious Tribalism – Pros and Cons

by | May 5, 2010 | Opinion

Religious groups in North America often behave like tribes, Baptists in particular. It’s part of the unintended results of religious freedom. It can be both useful and destructive. A tribe is a type of kinship group that shares a common ancestor, cultural...