Looks like there is much work to do in some of the mainlines...

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http://gc12.org/featured/general-conference-plenary-hall-cleared-to-visitors/

Bishop Coyner was challenged by Steven Drachler, a lay delegate of Susquehanna Conference and former staff person for United Methodist Communications, “By what authority do you have to close the session of the general conference to visitors and spectators?” Bishop Coyner stated that the decision came from the Conference Secretary and that authority came from those who are housing the general conference.

Advocates for full inclusion remained in the room, singing, while the lights were shut off around them.




http://gc12.org/news/methodists-vote-not-to-change-outlook-on-homosexuality/
Methodists Vote Not to Change Outlook on Homosexuality