“Generational change is not the only reason acceptance of homosexuality has risen,” explained Smith during his presentation. Younger generations across all ethnicities and religious denominations have a greater acceptance of homosexuality according to Pew Research’s in-depth data. Smith demonstrated the shifting acceptance through segmentation of respondents by a range of demographic characteristics, including varying Christian religious denominations and generational divides. Per trend data, Americans have become much more accepting of homosexuality over the last 50 years. Smith, associate director of research at Pew Research Center, shared statistical data on the views of homosexuality from the U.S. Smith, associate director of research at Pew Research Center Touching on the importance of being reconciled, perfect and merciful, Carter said, “We must not allow disagreement over understandings of LGBTQ identity to divide us, and yet we must not settle for a unity at the expense of someone’s dignity or sacred worth.” Kim Cape, general secretary at GBHEM, greeted attendees and outlined the purpose of the colloquy. Jan Love, dean of Candler School of Theology at Emory University and president of AUMTS, opened the colloquy with a welcome and devotion. The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) and the Association of United Methodist Theological Schools (AUMTS), with support from the Council of Bishops of The United Methodist Church (COB), partnered to co-host the event with the goal of providing theological reflections and discussion around human sexuality and church unity as a resource for the Way Forward Commission and the church.ĭr. More than 70 participating scholars and observers gathered for the academic theological colloquy, “The Unity of the Church and Human Sexuality: Toward a Faithful United Methodist Witness.” Hosted at the Candler School of Theology, Emory University, in Atlanta, Georgia, the event launched with impactful presentations on Friday, March 10 and ended in worship on Sunday, March 12. Our exclusive online program providing Pastors the opportunity to develop their skills from anywhere. Clinical Pastoral Education registration is OPEN. Center for Integrative Pastoral Practice.Become a Chaplain or Spiritual Care Provider.Professional Certification in Specialized Ministry.
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