Laura Sugg to the Presbytery of the James
Read the 5-minute Pro Amendment 10-A educational speech by the Rev. Dr. Laura S. Sugg, to the Presbytery of the James, October 16, 2010. The vote in the POJ was a tie, 152-152-3.
Interfaith Clergy Statement of Support for GLBT Teens
In the wake of a rash of suicides after anti-gay bullying and violent attacks on gay people in New York, top faith leaders signed a pledge “to be LGBT and straight people of faith standing together for the shared values of decency and civility, compassion and care in all interactions.” PC(USA) Moderator Cindy Bolbach and Stated Clerk Gradye Parsons were among the national leaders signing the statement.
10-A: How It Differs
Amendment 10-A proposes for G-6.0106b new wording that relies on old principles, offering the PCUSA a way out of the protracted conflict over ordination standards.
Covenant Conferences Change Lives!
Kate began attending our conferences as a Coe College student. Now pursuing ordination, she is currently participating in the Pastoral Residency Program at Central Presbyterian in Atlanta.
Because of the Church
The fourth reason that G-6.0106b must be amended: the health and witness of the church.
SPJC Upholds Presbytery’s Decision to Ordain Scott Anderson
The PJC of the Synod of Lakes & Prairies has upheld John Knox Presbytery’s decision in February 2010 to approve Scott Anderson for ordination as Minister of the Word and Sacrament. Mr. Anderson is a partnered gay man.
Because of Presbyterian Polity
The third reason that G-6.0106b must be amended: Presbyterian polity and tradition.
Because of Scripture and Theology
The second reason that G-6.0106b must be amended: Scripture and Reformed theology.
Because of the People
The most important reason that G-6.0106b must be amended: the people who are affected by its anti-LGBT message.
Catholicity, Inclusivity, and the 'Protest-ant' Charism
The Rev. Ken Cuthbertson draws on Scripture, theology, and church history in this essay about the consistency of Amendment 10-A with Protestant tradition.
Covenant Congregation Featured in Peacemaking Bulletin Insert
Noble Road Presbyterian Church in Cleveland Heights, OH, a Covenant congregation, is featured in one of our denomination’s bulletin inserts promoting the 2010 Peacemaking Offering.
Synod PJC Upholds Decision to Ordain Lisa Larges
The Synod of the Pacific Permanent Judicial Commission (SPJC) has upheld San Francisco Presbytery’s decision to ordain Lisa Larges, an out lesbian, as Minister of the Word and Sacrament.
Challenge to Ordination of Lisa Larges Will Be Heard September 23
San Francisco Presbytery’s decision in November 2009 to approve the ordination of out lesbian Lisa Larges “with a departure” is being challenged in a remedial case before the Synod of the Pacific Permanent Judicial Commission.
GAPJC Upholds Session’s Approval of Elder in Committed Same-Gender Relationship
In a recent ruling, the Permanent Judicial Commission of the General Assembly has upheld a session’s examination and approval of an elder-elect who is in a committed same-gender relationship.