I attended HRC’s second Clergy Call in
- All persons are of sacred worth. (¶4. Constitution)
- We are in ministry to all persons. (¶4. Constitution)
- Human rights and civil liberties are due all persons. (¶162.J)
- We support those rights and liberties for homosexual persons. (¶162.J)
- All persons, regardless of sexual orientation, are entitled to have their human and civil rights ensured. (¶161.F)
- We oppose all forms of violence or discrimination based on gender, gender identity,sexual practice, or sexual orientation. (Res 2043)
- We will advocate for civil rights and for legislation ensuring non-discrimination in employment and housing and providing stiffer penalties for hate crimes. (Res. 2046)
References are to UM Book of Discipline 2008 (¶) and UM Book of Resolutions 2008 (Res)
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