To augment an item of discussion give the name of a representative of a discussion view and often use a picture of that person. Never use a name or a picture if you are vindictive toward the person. To approach a view in vague generalities taking it for granted that everyone “reads between the lines” is harmful and like a blindfolded man swinging a sharp two-edged sword. This is an ope... »
One item that was not fully resolved at the 2012 General Assembly Agenda in Orlando was WOMEN in MINISTRY. Item 15 expressed a general desire to permit women to be fully represented in all roles within the church. It was NOT a gender issue, but rather a leadership one – an issue of ministry and of responsibility, if you will. Coming from a long line of women ministers in the churches, one ca... »
Here are two more items that appear on the General Assembly Agenda. They both relate to how business is conducted at the General assembly every two years. 6. MOTIONS COMMITTEE We recommend: That we amend page 68, S4. INTERNATIONAL GENERAL COUNCIL, IV. INTERNATIONAL GENERAL COUNCIL MOTIONS COMMITTEE, by adding the following paragraph: Previous notice shall be required for any motion which greatly ... »
While I think its important to spell out how scripture speaks of God to secure our own way of describing God, I have also suggested that the prohibitions in agenda item #20 overreach. In this article, I want to spell out one way it overreaches. First, ... »