Episcopal Church bishops affirm ordination of non-celibate homosexuals

July 14, 2009

In a rebuke to the more conservative branches of the Anglican Communion, the bishops of the Episcopal Church voted 99-45 on July 13 to affirm the ordination of non-celibate homosexuals” to “any ordained ministry” within the church, so long as they are in “lifelong committed relationships.”

 

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Further information:

• Bishops approve resolution opening ordination to gays, lesbians (Episcopal News Service)
• Resolution D025 (76th General Convention)
• Episcopal church to affirm gay clergy (AP)