To YCWI members, alumnae, and others working toward justice,
As Paul writes in his first letter to the Corinthians, “if one member suffers, all suffer together with it.” (12:26)
We have been heartbroken to hear of the decision of a United Methodist bishop to place a YCWI member and a YCWI alumna on involuntary leave because they officiated a queer wedding. You can learn more about this at http://bit.ly/justice-in-mississippi
It is anticipated that a decision regarding their ordination credentials will occur this June. We have been in conversation about how to best support our member and alumna during this time – and, with their permission, have written a letter of support. We have crafted the following letter to the bishop, the board of ordained ministry, and the clergy session of that annual conference.
Please pray for Paige and Elizabeth, our UMC siblings, and the LGBTQIA+ community as together we call out for a just resolution.
We invite you to help us amplify this message of support by sharing the letter below on social media and within other communities. Help us to show support and work together for justice.
With hope and solidarity,
The YCWI Board
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