Posted on July 2, 2008 by gcmwatch
We’re glad to share that J.I. Packer, the famed theologian and writer has left the Anglican Church of Canada over acceptance of homosexuality as reported by Charisma Magazine.
Packer said his departure stems from the liberal leanings of his former bishop, Michael Ingham. “He doesn’t believe the things God tells us in the Bible,” Packer told Charisma. “He [...]
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Posted on June 23, 2008 by gcmwatch
With the formation of the Global Anglican Future Conference in Jerusalem, the end is near for what has been known as the Worldwide Anglican Communion. Although the recognized head of the dissenting group of Anglicans (labeled as conservative) said there would be no breakaway, a US theologian says it has already happened.
Dr. Albert Mohler explains why the religious organization has reached [...]
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Posted on June 20, 2008 by gcmwatch
When we posted this story, which became a shocking alarm to many Christians about the reality of what was upon us, we didnt realize that it was just scratching the surface.
And if there was any doubt in your mind whether our report was true, read this article by the National Public Radio which details specific cases [...]
Filed under: current events, general, homosexuality, pastors and clergy, religion | Tagged: gay marriage, glbt, lgbt, National Public Radio, NPR, persecution | 5 Comments »
Posted on June 12, 2008 by gcmwatch
Are you ready? Are you prayed up? Have you determined and set your mind that no matter what law they pass you will stand with God’s eternal Word? Have you decided that you will not be silent no matter what the penalty? Have you educated your church on what is upon us? Are you ready?
Because [...]
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Posted on June 8, 2008 by gcmwatch
Charisma Magazine interviewed me briefly on my visit to New Birth and what I thought about the meeting that did/did not happen between Soulforce and Eddie Long.
Said Dan Rene, Long’s media spokesman: “He doesn’t believe that he’s right or they’re wrong, but that he respects everyone’s beliefs.”
Read the story here.
Filed under: African American, Atlanta, Soulforce, black church, current events, general, homosexuality, media, pastors and clergy, religion | Tagged: Bishop Eddie Long, Charisma Magazine, New Birth Missionary Baptist church | 4 Comments »
Posted on May 30, 2008 by gcmwatch
The Episcopal Church continues its vindictive rampage against any church refusing to accept the spiritually illegal rule of Bishop Vickie Gene Robinson.
From a Truth Ministry Press Release
“The ripples from a worldwide trend have reached our city. The Episcopal Church, the American branch of the worldwide Anglican Communion, is in the midst of turmoil over [...]
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Posted on May 29, 2008 by gcmwatch
According to Soulforce press, he is indeed.
From the Soulforce website:
On Sunday, May 18, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) families and their allies attended worship and met with staff and families from The Potter’s House, a 35,000-member multiracial, nondenominational mega-church in Dallas, Texas. Lead by Bishop T.D. Jakes, The Potter’s House is nationally recognized for [...]
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Posted on May 19, 2008 by gcmwatch
As a minister in a denomination that ordains gay clergy and offers all of its members the full benefits of membership in a loving faith community, I have conducted several same-sex weddings. In my experience, the love and commitment between gay and lesbian couples is usually even stronger than that of heterosexual couples. Their love [...]
Filed under: current events, general, media, pastors and clergy, political religion, religion | Tagged: glbt, houston, lgbt | 45 Comments »