Interesting news out of Germany– the Catholic Archbishop of Berlin has reportedly come out in favor of treating those in long-term homosexual relationships equal to those in heterosexual relationships.
“I am a Christian, and I am in favor of gay marriage,” writes law professor Mark Osler on CNN’s Belief Blog. “The reason I am for gay marriage is because of my faith.” Osler, who worships at St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Edina, Minn., goes on to say:
A new BBC News poll shows that people in England overwhelming support Queen Elizabeth II’s role as “Defender of the Faith” and wish to see her continue to serve as head of the Church of England. From Alex Strangwayes-Booth of BBC News:
Graduates of Episcopal School of Jacksonville, Florida, paid homage Saturday to Dale Regan, head of the school who was murdered in her office in March.
Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori believes that the sacraments of communion and baptism should not be separated. At a townhall meeting in North Carolina a few months ago, she said, “If we’re aware that there are people coming to the table who have not been baptized, it’s time to do something.
Psalm 66, 67 (Morning) Psalm 19, 46 (Evening) Exodus 3:1-12 Hebrews 12:18-29 Luke 10:17-24 Be joyful in God, all you lands; * sing the glory of his Name; sing the glory of his praise. Say to God, “How awesome are your deeds! * because of your great strength your enemies cringe before you. All the …
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