Perhaps so, but you sound like a mom nonetheless.
I’m new to our area, so my options are wide open. Whatever option I embrace, will be mine alone.
Personally, I would just as soon oust Bishop Hanson from his position of temporary authority and restore some respect to the ELCA.
It is my wife’s family church, so if I choose to give her significant deference in the matter, it is out of love and respect. I cannot and will not force her to do anything.