More Light Presbyterians endorses POL-01
In our reading, Part B is concerned not with policing theological belief but with promoting behaviors of respect for all people across many lines of difference and privilege.
Advice from the Advisory Committee on the Constitution on Item POL-01
The Advisory Committee on the Constitution evaluates the Olympia overture, POL-01.
UKirk Collegiate Ministries Association Board endorses Olympia overture
"We believe the overture calls each of us to value the beautiful diversity of the Body of Christ, while also inviting all of us called to serve in ordered ministries to imagine how our welcome can be as full and complete as God’s welcome to each of us in Jesus Christ."
Former PC(USA) moderators, co-moderators and vice moderators voice support of Olympia overture
A group of leaders elected by past General Assemblies advocates for POL-01.
Denominational committees offer guidance on POL-01 to General Assembly
Several PC(USA) committees have submitted advise and counsel to GA on the Olympia overture.
Discussion on non-discrimination overture POL-01 heats up ahead of GA committee meetings
Some say the changes challenge ‘freedom of conscience.’ Others feel the overture offers clarity to the PC(USA)’s stand against discrimination.
LGBTQIA+ Equity Advocacy Committee responds to pastors’ petition on the Olympia Overture
Change.org petition creates a spirited social media debate.
Twenty-six pastors pen a letter against Olympia overture’s Part B.
Voting against Part B would uphold the Reformed belief in freedom of conscience, letter says.
The Covenant Network of Presbyterians Board strongly endorses POL-01 (The “Olympia overture”)
"It is a measured, faithful, timely effort to strengthen the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), ensuring that the gifts and calling of LGBTQIA+ people as members and leaders are honored and celebrated."
Olympia overture will “narrow us” writes The Fellowship Community
“We hope that GA commissioners will recognize that their task is to enrich the whole church, and not just those they agree with.”
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