I cannot say I’m happy about how this General Assembly has turned out. In fact, I can say I’m pretty frustrated by the inaction that resulted from polity games and the art of confusion. There are plenty of places on the blogosphere where you can read the details of the conversations and votes, as well … Continue reading “Fear is Dangerous #ga220”
Category: General Assembly
Faithlessness at GA? #ga220
The last several General Assemblies of the PC(USA) have been called “apostate” and faithless because of some of their decisions, mostly relating to the ordination and recognition of homosexual people (LGBT). These words were thrown hard and received painfully by many on all sides of these issues. They were labeled as gutless by some who … Continue reading “Faithlessness at GA? #ga220”
McCabe Calls for Grace #ga220
People are still sad and angry over the resignation of former vice moderator of the 220th Genersl Assembly, the Rev. Tara Spuhler McCabe, only a few days after she was confirmed in a 388-240 vote. At the end of this afternoon’s plenary, anyone who wished was invited to voice their feelings during a town hall … Continue reading “McCabe Calls for Grace #ga220”
I’m Pissed! #ga220
I have sat here in the aftermath of the resignation of Tara Spuhler McCabe as vice-mod of GA220, listening to our ecumenical partners try to help us remember our call to peace. I have moved beyond sad to anger. I am angry that a small and poisonous minority in our Church are able to cause … Continue reading “I’m Pissed! #ga220”
Listening Ears and Open Eyes
Tomorrow around this time I will be heading Sky Harbor Airport here in Phoenix on my way to Pittsburgh, PA, to join thousands of others to witness the coming together of the 220th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). I have been reading up on all the news on pc-biz.org (the tool used for … Continue reading “Listening Ears and Open Eyes”