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

By Believe Out Loud | May 6, 2012
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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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Methodist Update: Fabulous Flashmob for Full Inclusion

By Believe Out Loud | May 1, 2012
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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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Same-Sex Marriage Equality A Goal For D.C. Methodist church

By Believe Out Loud | February 24, 2012
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Washington Post Foundry United Methodist Church has joined a growing grassroots movement within the United Methodist church to change the Book of Discipline , our denominational book of policies, that includes a statement prohibiting churches and clergy from performing marriage ceremonies for same-sex couples. As a church dedicated to full inclusion and equality of all…

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