Council of General Synod (CoGS) wrestled with the blessing of same-sex unions and marriage when it met here May 8 to 10 and in the end decided not to ask General Synod 2010 to amend the marriage canon to allow for the marriage of same-sex couples.
The discussions focused on responding to two new documents produced by the Primate’s Theological Commission and the Faith, Worship and Ministry Committee. There was also a report about an international dialogue about sexuality that was initiated between Canadian dioceses that have taken steps toward the blessing of same-sex unions and dioceses in Africa. CoGS responded in a written statement, “A Word to the Church on Questions of Human Sexuality from the Council of General Synod Meeting, May 2009.”
If that isn’t slick.. Gotta give em credit for thinking ahead.
Of course, now the ABC et al can say, “see, the listening period is working”..
What Gall!
Grandmother in SC
Some Canadian Bishops are already doing same sex blessings and others have indicated that they are starting to do blessings as part of the “descernment process.” This statement by COGS is just smoke and mirrors. It gives the impression of “gracious restraint” on the part of Canada while allowing Bishops to go full steam ahead. It’s a good strategy. Andrew in B.C.