Posts from the Blog of an (un)Tamed Cynic
Reading: 1 Corinthians 7:25-31 Reflection It’s no easy thing for 21st century people of faith to consult religious writings from the first century on matters of sexual ethics—or any ethics for that matter. It doesn’t take much historical digging to conclude that the social, political, and religious contexts of these two time periods are very [...]
A quick thought that needs more than 140 characters… The passing of Amendment 10-A in the PC(USA) has generated two standard responses from conservatives and evangelicals: Progressives are bowing to culture rather than submitting to the authority of God/Jesus/scripture. The PC(USA) will become less significant or relevant to worldwide Christianity, analogous to the rift between [...]
Yesterday the 87th and 88th presbyteries voted in favor of Amendment 10-A. This means that a majority of PC(USA) presbyteries have now voted to change the language of the so-called “fidelity and chastity” clause of our constitution, which has been used to prohibit the ordination of LGBT officers and pastors. There are still other presbyteries [...]
At Fourth Church we have a discussion group called Changing Conversations that provides an open and safe forum to talk about LGBT issues. Here is the official description: Inspired by the radical and unique love and hospitality of Jesus Christ, it brings people together in respectful community along with church leaders, including pastors, to explore [...]
