Biden May Not Speak For Obama, But He Speaks For Most Catholics

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  Equally Blessed, a coalition of four faith Catholic groups who work on behalf of equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in the church and wider society, released the following statement in response to Vice President Joe Biden’s comment on marriage equality made Sunday on Meet the Press: “While Washington insiders puzzle over…

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Reconciling Communities Exceed 500 On The 40th Anniversary Of “Incompatibility” Policy For LGBT People

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  On the 40th anniversary of the policy that states that “homosexuality is incompatible with Christian teaching”, the number of United Methodist communities to publically state their welcome of people of all sexual orientations and gender identities has passed an important milestone. Reconciling communities, those who have made an explicit welcome of lesbian, gay, bisexual,…

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Glad To Be Gray 2.0

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Following the international outcry over Sojourners decision to reject a Mother’s Day themed ad from Believe Out Loud, I penned a piece for Ship of Fools titled “Glad to be Gray.” In this piece, I offer a summary of the range of views on this subject as expressed publicly by those who profess to be…

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Methodist Update: Fabulous Flashmob for Full Inclusion

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Methodist delegates from around the world are gathering in Tampa, FL, for the General Conference of the United Methodist Church. This meeting happens every four years, and it’s the only opportunity to revise the Book of Discipline, which governs the denomination on every level.  This year, delegates will vote on a number of measures affecting…

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