Virginia Church Property Bill Dies in Senate

Washington Post via titusonenine ^ | 02/05/05 | Kristen Gelineau

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“A bill that would have given congregations that break away from their denomination leverage to retain control of church property died Monday in the state Senate.

Its sponsor, Sen. William Mims (R-Loudoun), recommended that the measure be referred back to the Senate General Laws Committee, effectively killing the bill.

“My hope is, Mr. President, that it can be solved in the legislative session next year,” said Mims.

The bill created an uproar among many of Virginia’s religious leaders, who argued it was drafted in response to the 2003 consecration of the first openly gay Episcopal bishop. Bishop V. Gene Robinson’s consecration angered many Episcopalians, who also protested the church’s decision to allow blessing ceremonies for same-sex couples….”

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newheart, thank you for this update.

JM