Actually —- a very good letter. “Just because the law changes, doesn’t mean the offical stance of the church changes UNTIL and UNLESS General Convention says it changes.” (paraphrase)
I also like his statement that he expects the clergy under his care “to abide by the policy of the Church, and not the changing law”.
The problem is that I see a few who will not heed this advice and go with their own agenda anyway.
The law may change, but that should not affect the church. General convention may vote on canons, but they can not change the gospel. Why can’t a bishop come out and clearly state that the Bible does not change, therefore we can not do certain things no matter who votes on it. God still has his veto power.
Actually —- a very good letter. “Just because the law changes, doesn’t mean the offical stance of the church changes UNTIL and UNLESS General Convention says it changes.” (paraphrase)
I also like his statement that he expects the clergy under his care “to abide by the policy of the Church, and not the changing law”.
The problem is that I see a few who will not heed this advice and go with their own agenda anyway.
Watch out for the next General Convention…
The law may change, but that should not affect the church. General convention may vote on canons, but they can not change the gospel. Why can’t a bishop come out and clearly state that the Bible does not change, therefore we can not do certain things no matter who votes on it. God still has his veto power.
I agree, drummie. That was one thing I was going to mention, but forgot to. I like what he did say, but what he DIDN’T say was troubling.
JE <><