Posted on 10/12/2003 7:25:54 PM PDT by ahadams2
passed this morning, vote was 113-58
AUTHORIZATION OF CEREMONIES TO CELEBRATE RELATIONSHIPS of MUTUALITY AND FIDELITY
WHEREAS, the Episcopal Church professes that at its best, a Christian community lifts up its members, freeing their gifts and supporting their life;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That the 33rd annual convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Nevada, desiring to support relationships of mutuality and fidelity which mediate the grace of God between those persons for whom the celebration and blessing of a marriage is not available, does hereby authorize that ceremonies to celebrate the relationships of such persons who are baptized members in good standing in this diocese may be conducted by clergy in the diocese, with the approval of the bishop, respecting their pastoral discretion.
Background and Explanation: The 74th General Convention passed Resolution C051, article 5 of which, "recognizes that local faith communities are operating within the bounds of our common life as they explore and experience liturgies celebrating and blessing same-sex unions." This resoluton addresses that adopted by our General Convention and makes particular application to the Diocese of Nevada. In the interest of promoting an informed discussion, you are invited to contact the Integrity Network with any questions about the resolution or to discuss this proposed resolution. --Susan J. Craw Integrity Network Coordinator, Diocese of Nevada Program Coordinator and Convener, Integrity/Southern Nevada
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After some thought, I've come to the conclusion that all the conservative people in that neck of the woods are Baptist, Church of God of Prophecy, Free Methodist, and similar denominations. The only Episcopalians around are liberal immigrants who retired there.
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