Yesterday I attended the Convention Eucharist (there is Eucharist every day, but this was the main service of GC) which was very well-done. In addition to traditional hymns, there were Japanese drums, liturgical dancers and old time spirituals. The Presiding Bishop preached, urging us all to travel lightly as the disciples did. You can read her sermon here.
The big news yesterday was the passage of a resolution that allows for full inclusion of gays and lesbians in the ordination process. The debate lasted hours because of legislative maneuvers. In the end, the House of Deputies passed the resolution by a 2-1 margin. The resolution will now go to the House of Bishops.
The Commission on Liturgy and Church Music overwhelmingly approved a resolution that would establish a liturgy for blessing of unions to be used "pastorally," especially in localities where unions are legal. This resolution now heads to the House of Bishops and the House of Deputies.
The House of Bishops approved a denominational health plan which now goes to the House of Deputies.
I've seen lots of folks I know. It really is like a family reunion.
So far I've been able to stay sunburn free. Yay for sunblock!
Monday, July 13, 2009
Friday, July 10, 2009
Committee of the Whole
I'm sorry not to have posted earlier. My hotel is having connectivity issues.
I wanted to link to this article in Episcopal Life Online about the extraordinary session of the House of Deputies yesterday. They met as a Committee of the Whole, meaning that legislative business was put on hold so the House of Deputies could discuss one particular piece of legislation without adhering to the usual parliamentary procedures. The resolution discussed is one that would repeal a resolution--B033--from the previous General Convention. The focus of that resolution was to impose a moratorium on the consecration of any partnered, gay bishops, a sticking point for many parts of the Anglican Communion.
You can also read the editorial from today's The Center Aisle, the daily convention newspaper of the Diocese of Virginia.
Also, Disneyland is lots of fun.
I wanted to link to this article in Episcopal Life Online about the extraordinary session of the House of Deputies yesterday. They met as a Committee of the Whole, meaning that legislative business was put on hold so the House of Deputies could discuss one particular piece of legislation without adhering to the usual parliamentary procedures. The resolution discussed is one that would repeal a resolution--B033--from the previous General Convention. The focus of that resolution was to impose a moratorium on the consecration of any partnered, gay bishops, a sticking point for many parts of the Anglican Communion.
You can also read the editorial from today's The Center Aisle, the daily convention newspaper of the Diocese of Virginia.
Also, Disneyland is lots of fun.
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