Carter Offering: Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Offering administered?
A sub-committee of the Fellowship’s Coordinating Council oversees the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Offering for Religious Liberty and Human Rights. The Baptist World Alliance (BWA) receives one-third of the Offering proceeds; the other two-thirds is administered through the Fellowship through partnering with organizations with existing initiatives relating to human rights and, specifically, religious liberty issues. The hope is that when religious liberties flourish, there is a better foundation for addressing other human rights. Among the sub-committee goals is establishing relationships in which Fellowship churches can become involved in global advocacy for religious liberty and human rights.
Why is the Offering focused on religious liberty and human rights?
Because of our history, Baptists are uniquely positioned to champion religious liberty and protect against encroaching melding of church and state. While we acknowledge and even take for granted that the freedom to worship and believe as one chooses is a basic human right, that same opinion is not shared around the world. Called to be the presence of Christ in the world, we are equally called to ensure that others have the freedom to respond their calling as well.
Can I contribute to the Carter Offering year-round?
Yes. Send a check payable to Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, P.O. Box 101699, Atlanta, GA., 30392. Designate “Carter Offering” in the memo line.
What are additional ways I can advocate for religious liberty and human rights?
CBF partners with the
Baptist World Alliance and
European Baptist Federation to address issue of religious liberty. Contact one of these organizations to learn how you can be involved in their efforts. CBF field personnel also serve as advocates for human rights all over the world. To learn about partnership opportunities with field personnel, contact Chris Boltin at (800) 352-8741 or
cboltin@thefellowship.info.