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| Christ Church, Dublin, Ireland |
Wednesday, 9 May 2012
Church of
Ireland synod to discuss sexuality resolutions
The Church of Ireland General
Synod 2012 which will take place in Christ Church Cathedral Dublin from
Thursday 10th to Saturday 12th May. The official synod website is here.
One item of business is receiving a great deal
of attention. The Archbishop of Dublin, Michael Jackson, and the Bishop of Down
& Dromore, Harold Miller, have tabled three motions on the subject of Human
Sexuality in the Context of Christian Belief. The text of these motions
can be found as a PDF file here.
Because these were submitted after the regular
closing date for receipt of Motions, Tuesday 10 April, the synod has to agree
by a two-thirds majority to accept them for debate. However, if that is
achieved, then only a simple majority is required for approval.
Some Irish press reports:
Belfast Newsletter Gay backlash ahead of CoI debate on sexuality
and earlier there was Unease in CoI at gay row motions.
An open letter has been published in several
newspapers:
Belfast Telegraph Church motion on sexuality needs debate
Belfast Newsletter Group urges delay over gay debate.
Irish Times (along with two more letters) Church of Ireland and same-sex relationships
A website has been established at Say No to Resolution 8A.
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