The Rev. Will Green lies on the floor of the 2016 United Methodist General Conference in Portland with his hands and feet bound to protest the denomination’s policies on human sexuality.Photo by Mike DuBose, UMNS The General Conference of the United Methodist Church voted May 18 to commission a study on human sexuality, effectively postponing debate on … [Read more...] about Methodists ‘Pause for Prayer’
Archives for May 19, 2016
Refreshing the Spirit
Richard and Nathan Foster share a laugh at Wycliffe College. Sue Careless By Sue Careless A trio of writers offering two generations’ reflections on spiritual formation recently gathered in Toronto to discuss their experiences in building spiritual exercises, knowing God’s love, and cultivating the fruits of the Holy Spirit. Richard Foster, his son, … [Read more...] about Refreshing the Spirit
Bishop Called to Kentucky
Adapted from a Diocese of Lexington report At a special convention May 14, clergy and deputies agreed to place the Diocese of Lexington under the provisional charge and authority of the Rt. Rev. Bruce Caldwell, retired Bishop of Wyoming. The convention also heard from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, who visited the diocese to offer pastoral support. The diocese has … [Read more...] about Bishop Called to Kentucky
Orange Is the New Purple
Adapted from a Canticle Communications release Bishops United Against Gun Violence, a group of more than 60 Episcopal bishops that advocates for background checks on all gun purchases and other violence prevention measures, is urging all Episcopalians to consider wearing orange on June 2 as a sign of their commitment to reducing gun violence in their communities. “Poll … [Read more...] about Orange Is the New Purple