Four years running, Southern Baptists weigh tightening ban on churches with women pastors Southern Baptists will convene for their annual meeting in Florida, where they will debate a measure for the fourth year concerning churches with women in pastoral roles. The discussion centers on formally banning churches where a woman serves in any capacity similar to a pastor, extending beyond just the top leadership position.

• Southern Baptists will hold their annual meeting in Florida on Tuesday.
• They will debate for the fourth consecutive year a potential ban on churches with women serving in pastoral roles.
• The proposed ban would cover any role resembling that of a pastor, not exclusively the top job.