Local Member Shares Religious Liberty Story

BATON ROUGE, LA. – On Sabbath, Jan. 10, the Baton Rouge Seventh-day Adventist Church joined the world Church in observing Religious Liberty Sabbath, a day dedicated to freedom of conscience and the right to worship. During the service, religious liberties leader Winn Morris shared a local testimony involving church member and head deaconness, Monica McQueen.

When a scheduling conflict threatened McQueen’s ability to observe the fourth commandment, she reached out for support with the help of head elder, Ricky Rowe, and his wife, Teri. A formal letter was drafted to McQueen’s employer, explaining the biblical foundation of the seventh-day Sabbath and confirming her standing as a faithful member of the Baton Rouge church. After presenting the letter to her manager, McQueen received a revised schedule that allows her to keep the Sabbath holy.

Church leaders reminded members that no one has to stand alone when convictions are tested. The Adventist Church provides legal resources and professional advocacy to assist members facing religious liberty challenges.

McQueen views the experience through the lens of Luke 12:48: “From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded.” She’s committed to being a light in her workplace, striving to be a kind, hardworking and supportive employee. Her goal, she said, is not only to observe a day of rest but to demonstrate through her character what the Lord can do for those who faithfully keep His commandments.

By sharing her story, McQueen hopes to inspire others to trust in God’s provision and the support systems the Church has in place.

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By Frances Alcorn

Communication Director

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