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Round Rock pastor chairs Texas Baptists committee reviewing Baylor relationship
Dustin Slaton leads study of university's alignment with convention's beliefs following controversy over LGBTQ+ speakers and Turning Point USA program
Apr. 19, 2026 at 6:37am
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The ongoing review of Baylor University's relationship with Texas Baptists highlights the tensions between the university's desire for inclusivity and its conservative religious supporters.Round Rock TodayA Round Rock pastor, Dustin Slaton of First Baptist Church, is chairing a Texas Baptists committee that will review the long-standing relationship between the convention and Baylor University. The review follows recent controversies at Baylor over events featuring LGBTQ+ Christian speakers and a Turning Point USA program, raising questions about how closely the university's campus life aligns with Texas Baptists' stated beliefs.
Why it matters
The relationship between Texas Baptists and Baylor University has been a closely watched issue, as the university seeks to balance its Christian heritage with evolving social views. This review could have significant implications for the future ties between the two institutions.
The details
Slaton, a Round Rock native, is leading the Texas Baptists committee that will examine the convention's relationship with Baylor. The review comes after recent events at the university, including plans to host LGBTQ+ Christian speakers and a Turning Point USA program, sparked concerns among some Texas Baptists about Baylor's adherence to their beliefs. The committee will assess whether Baylor's campus life and activities remain in step with the convention's theological positions.
- The Texas Baptists committee review of the Baylor relationship was announced in April 2026.
The players
Dustin Slaton
A pastor at First Baptist Church in Round Rock who is chairing the Texas Baptists committee reviewing the convention's relationship with Baylor University.
Texas Baptists
A Christian convention representing Baptist churches across the state of Texas.
Baylor University
A private Christian university in Waco, Texas, that has had a long-standing relationship with the Texas Baptists convention.
What they’re saying
“We must ensure that Baylor's campus life and activities remain fully aligned with the theological positions of Texas Baptists.”
— Dustin Slaton, Pastor, First Baptist Church, Round Rock
What’s next
The Texas Baptists committee will present its findings and recommendations regarding the Baylor relationship at the convention's annual meeting in November 2026.
The takeaway
This review highlights the ongoing tensions between Baylor's desire to be a modern, inclusive university and the more conservative theological positions of its longtime Baptist supporters. The outcome could have significant implications for the future of this important partnership.
