The NI Synod will host two hearings
for members to comment on the text of the
ELCA Draft Social Statement on Human Sexuality:

• Monday, April 21, 7-9 pm at Gloria Dei, Rockford
• Thursday, April 24, 7-9 pm at St. John’s, Peru

Draft Social Statement on Human Sexuality

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See also

ELCA 'Draft Social Statement on Human Sexuality' Now Available
ELCA News Report, March 13, 2008

Synod Hearing Dates on the Draft Social Statement on Human Sexuality
Hearings are times for leaders and members of this church to share observations and concerns and ask questions

Revised Time Line, 2001-2010
This timeline includes the key points of process and decision-making leading to consideration by the 2009 Churchwide Assembly of an ELCA social statement on human sexuality. Its purpose is to assure common understanding about the steps involved and to invite the broadest participation possible.

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The 2001 Churchwide Assembly of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America mandated that this church engage in studies on human sexuality. The first emphasis was to be on questions about the blessing of same-gender unions and the rostering of persons in committed gay or lesbian relationships. The second effort was to lead to the development of a social statement on sexuality.

These two closely intertwined efforts have been joined under the banner, "Journey Together Faithfully." This is both a call and a goal. Some are eager to do this work. Others are not. Many are apprehensive. However, the 2001 Churchwide Assembly has called upon every member to share in this journey and to pray that it will be a faithful expression of our unity given in Christ.