Amendment 24-A wins approval from a majority of presbyteries
The amendment, approved by the General Assembly last year, adds ‘sexual orientation’ and ‘gender identity’ to categories protected from discrimination.
Votes for Book of Order changes on track to pass
Ordination examination questions continue to create debate.
#GA226 advances two-part inclusivity change to Book of Order
The Olympia overture now heads to presbyteries following GA for majority approval.
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.
POL-01 approved with amendment
“Non-discrimination” removed from second proposed amendment.
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.
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