Just Resolution in same-sex marriage cases

A Time to Share in

Giving Thanks and Witness

For Achieving two Just Resolutions

Across the Michigan Area

Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at 11:00 am

University United Methodist Church

1120 S. Harrison Road

East Lansing, MI

Join other clergy and laity from the Detroit and West Michigan Conferences in celebrating the signing of Just Resolutions by Rev. Ed Rowe, Rev. Mike Tupper, Bishop Deborah Kiesey and those who initiated separate complaints against Ed and Mike for having performed same gender ceremonies earlier this year.

For the first time in the history of seeking Just Resolutions we have the amazing opportunity to create a safe place for our LGBTQ siblings to tell the story of how our Church’s words and behaviors have caused deep and often deadly harm.  Using the South African “Truth and Reconciliation” process we can hear these stories in a way that does “no more harm.”  This process does not try to change or convert anyone’s beliefs.  Instead it is based on the belief that once people are fully aware of the hurt being done they will covenant to change their words and actions in order to do no more harm.

Both Ed and Mike along with others will be present to:

• Lead in moments of thanksgiving and appreciation for Bishop Kiesey and her graceful leadership in the supervisory response processes as well as that of the complainants which led to these Just Resolutions and the avoidance of church trials
• Provide a brief overview of the disciplinary process
• Share their stories and the specifics about each Just Resolution – similarities and differences
• Explain the Truth and Reconciliation concept and how it will be used
• Offer a time for questions from those gathered
• Invite input and participation by others who can help plan and implement the objectives of the Just Resolutions
• Offer prayers for these achievements and what lies ahead to be accomplished

We are excited and blessed with this opportunity and covet your participation.  Please come and bring others with you to be part of this significant time in the life and future of United Methodists across Michigan.