Laura Oliver (cont) #synod
Where is the consideration of people like me?
My choices of good conscience are utterly undermined. Far more harm than already has been done will be caused.
Jesus offers full life.. these proposals will lead people away from Him.
Powerful personal speech from Laura Oliver at #synod - as a gay celibate Christian she feels totally invisible in what the Bishop's have proposed. She feels her commitment is being undermined.
I am so glad that there will be pastoral guidance for celibate people, gay and straight, in the @churchofengland. I wonder if @bishopSarahM and the bishops will consult with celibate Christians more widely?
Some further thoughts on the Bishop of Oxford’s change of mind on same sex marriage. While I welcome his openness, I don’t think his arguments are persuasive. https://t.co/hITNN7OT81
@TDieppe @AntiWokeVicar I'm so grateful for the ministry of @TrueFreeTrust and @LivingOutOrg who promote the orthodox biblical view of sexuality and marriage, and support those with same sex attraction who seek to follow biblical teaching. Please pray for these ministries at this time.
Here's a brief introduction to one of our Agency members, @TrueFreeTrust who work with churches to provide training and consultation on how to create welcoming spaces for members of the LGBTQ community.
https://t.co/BCWfn9XucU
It’s so wonderful to cultivate friendships sufficiently close that you can share your heart without caution or fear.
David was able to tell Jonathan he feared Saul would kill him. He received love & words of faith.
You’re not meant to walk alone.
Grace isn’t a free for all. It doesn’t make everything acceptable.
It “teaches us to say ‘no’”Tit2:12NIV.
It’s not like an external law that forbids us. It works internally, changing our appetites & preferences.
We say “no” because we’re new people with new desires.
The country will not forgive those MPs who are seeking to bring @BorisJohnson back. It truly is incredulous that they think this is a 'winning' option & shows how low standards & values have slipped in politics
Trust & integrity form the basis on which governments can govern!!
Why the appointment of new Dean of Canterbury proves the ABC's assurances that Lambeth 1.10 is official church teaching are meaningless (and confirms the CofE's ongoing direction of travel)