Three-quarters of Presbyterian Clergy Support Recognition of Same-Sex Couples’ Relationships
More than three-quarters of PCUSA clergy support some legal recognition of gay couples’ relationships. Thirty-eight percent support same-sex marriage, and 38% support civil unions for gay couples. Only about 1-in-4 (24%) say there should be no legal recognition of a gay couple’s relationship.
San Francisco Presbytery Votes to Ordain Lisa Larges as Minister of Word and Sacrament
The Presbytery of San Francisco voted on November 10 to ordain Lisa Larges as Minister of Word and Sacrament, validate her call as Minister Coordinator of That All May Freely Serve, and enroll her as a member of the Presbytery.
Special Committee on Civil Unions and Christian Marriage Releases Draft Report
The Special Committee on Issues of Civil Union and Christian Marriage, established by the 2008 General Assembly, has now released its draft report.