Pastor Dan's Sermon Supporting Marriage Equality

Recently, Rev. Dr. Dan Geslin, pastor of Sixth Avenue UCC in Denver, sent me a copy of his Mother's Day sermon in support of marriage equality.  He said to feel welcome to pass it on.  I think it is an exceptional Biblical conversation exploring the meandering history of Biblical marriage, and the difficulties one encounters when saying you "stand for Biblical marriage."  I commend Dan for his Biblical examination of the issue, the courage to preach it, and for permission to pass it on.  Thank you, Dan. You can read and enjoy Dan's sermon by going to: pastordan@sixthavenueucc.org.

Last Friday and Saturday, the St. Paul Area Synod of the ELCA voted to NOT support a Marriage Amendment to the Minnesota State Constitution that defines marriage as between a man and a woman. While grateful that the assembly voted to oppose the amendment, it needs to be said that Minnesota already has a state law that defines marriage as between a man and a woman.  So, our backsides were covered!  This being said, the tenor of the speeches was strongly in the spirit of equality and respect for loving marriage relationships.  The conversation was aided by the speech of Pastor Anita Hill, an ELCA pastor whose marriage several years ago was blessed in the church, causing a real stir.  She said (paraphrase): "I know we are all tired of dealing with this issue.  Frankly, so am I.  But marriage and love and relationship all go together in Christ." The vote was 2+ to 1 in favor of opposition to the amendment.

Finally, if you have a sermon or would like to write a piece for the Colorado Confession Blog, let me know and we'll make it happen.  The CC Blog is meant for everyone to share how each of us is moved by the spirit of the confession.  FEEL WELCOME!  Send it to: coloradoconfession316@gmail.com.

Blessings and Peace!

Ron