Since I introduced this subject in my last post, I want to share that after much thought, and prayer. I decided it was safe, and appropriate for me to come out to the Pastor I work for. So I did! I set a meeting with him, and we sat down and I told him. It does not get any easier, especially with what might be at stake. He did not seem surprised, and we had a good discussion. He was affirming, even stated my being gay maybe part of the reason I was called to the church. "for such a time as this" The only thing he did ask is that if at some point I find myself in a relationship to let him know. So that if it were to come up he can say that he knew.
We had Session, last night. One of the conservative members of the church wrote a letter to the Session asking that there be an official response and position concerning Amendment 10A. This person would like to see the church become part of a "fellowship" of PCUSA churches being formed to "stand for Biblical standards". No action was taken, not much discussion either, I think the focus is on examining the biblical texts involved and going from there.
I have to say my gut tells me this "fellowship" of Churches could be the begining of a new Denomination. Only time will tell.
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Yes, I think you are right, "The Fellowship" will probably open the door to a new denomination. Fortunately due to a family situation, I don't have to go to Minneapolis for those meetings. It's hard to navigate in my church where the head of staff is definitely anxious about the whole gay thing. We're in a very conservative presbytery, so that makes it harder for those of us either out or in the closet. So hang in there. I hope your session can take a more moderate route. Prayers are with you. Bill from the Left Coast.
God created you. And he called you forth. I am glad that your pastor was affirming. Always a good sign.
The tide is turning. And little by slowly we make progress. I would stand by your God and enter freely into discussions with your members.
Standing firm in the faith you hold with the God who called you is the truest testament to what you can offer the people in your church. You can't argue with that can you?
Keep us posted.
Jeremy
Wonderful news that you felt comfortable and strong enough to have an honest discussion with your Pastor. Now you can be more "at home" at the church and at ease with who you really are. I am very happy that the Pastor is such an open, loving spirit!
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