"Sometimes I just wonder why there is so much controversy over if GLBT members should be allowed to participate in the church. If you think about it, it's really not our problem. Jesus tells us there will be a final judgment and that God our Father is the judge and keeper to the gates of Heaven. If we truly believe God is the ultimate power in deciding who will enter Heaven, then we have NO RIGHT to dictate who is or isn't allowed in the church or what positions they can hold.
When we try to do this, we are taking away God's authority and making ourselves the ruling power. Who are we to say what God wants? Who can know that except for God himself? I think the church should accept everyone and leave the decision-making to God (He knows what He's doing!)."
Kristin Schwagerl, first-year, sociology/anthropology major
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God is the final word on all matters, however, that does not mean we don't pass judgment on each other. Especially within the Church. Unfortunately, Christians (despite Christ telling us to love one another) are mean to fellow Christians- regardless of sex, color, and sexuality. RIC does take a step towards GLBT equality in the church here on earth, but it won't ever stop the discrimination that happens. That doesn't mean that the RIC process should be ignored, in fact, it means that we should pursue becoming RIC post haste. By affirming GLBT friendly policies, we can become a beacon of light for those who are being battered, and a strong hold for those who are accepting and tolerant. Becoming RIC is much more than just a process or a title, RIC is a way of life that is encompassing of other people's beliefs and loving them just the same.
Pedophiles? Actively practicing ones? Exhibitionists? Atheists that denounce God should be "members of the Church"? How about Satanists? You can love the person and not the "sin", but you do not need to make an active pedophile your youth pastor just because you want to be "affirming". How accepting and tolerant do you want to be? Do you have a line that you won't cross? Why?
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