[HT Forum] Faithworks encourages you to read the Sexual Orientation Regulations

[Jocelyn Chappell]

Hi,

Here if you are interested is an opportunity to draw your own 
conclusions on the Sexual Orientation Regulations on which the house of 
lords votes today I believe.

Regards,

Joc

Brendan Fox wrote:
> 
> 
>         Faithworks Mailing <http://www.faithworks.info>
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>                  *March
>         2007*                                                                                             *                   Special
>         Members Mailing* 
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> 
>             <http://www.faithworks.info/awards>
>             Read the Sexual Orientation Regulations and draw your own
>             conclusions!
>              
>             The draft legislation for the proposed Sexual Orientation
>             Regulations was published on 7th March. The final vote will
>             be taken on them in the House of Lords on Wednesday 21st
>             March. Having studied the wording carefully, Faithworks
>             stands by the statements that we have previously made and
>             are confident that the regulations do not pose a threat to
>             Christians. 
>              
>             Please c
>             <http://www.faithworks.info/SubSection.asp?id=2485>lick here
>             <http://www.faithworks.info/SubSection.asp?id=2485> to
>             read our latest statement on the Faithworks website
>             outlining some of the key issues.  I also attach a document
>             of frequently asked questions and answers, to enable you to
>             understand the SORs more fully. It also contains links to
>             various government papers to help you draw your own
>             conclusions about what the legislation will actually mean. 
>              
>             While recognising that there are different Christian
>             perspectives on the issue of human sexuality, we encourage
>             the church to continue to ensure that our service of other
>             people is driven by the inclusive example of Christ, who
>             served all people, even if he disagreed with their
>             lifestyle. The proposed SORs are an opportunity for
>             Christians to demonstrate the love and grace of Christ.
>             Acceptance does not equate with agreement. 
>              
>             The government has made it clear that it respects the
>             conscience of people of faith. The proposed legislation does
>             contain significant exemptions for religious organisations
>             in appropriate circumstances.   We encourage all
>             Faithworks members and all people of faith to read the draft
>             legislation for themselves, and to draw their own
>             conclusions. It can be read 
>             here www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si2007/draft/20075920.htm
>             <http://www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si2007/draft/20075920.htm>.  
>              
>             We would also urge people not to assume that press releases
>             caricaturing the regulations are right, just because they
>             contain the word "Christian" in the title. In this vein, we
>             respect the right of Christians to disagree with what we are
>             saying. All we ask is that you decide for yourselves. 
>              
>             Personally I would love to hear your views on this and look
>             forward to receiving your feedback on my blog at
>             www.malcolmduncan.typepad.com
>             <http://www.malcolmduncan.typepad.com> 
>              
>             Finally I urge you to pass this message on to anyone who may
>             be affected by the regulations.  Forward it on, post it on
>             your church notice board, and link to it at
>             <http://www.faithworks.info/>www.faithworks.info/
>             <http://www.faithworks.info/pressrelease>pressrelease
>             <http://www.faithworks.info/pressrelease>.  This is an
>             important message that needs to be heard.    
>              
>             May God bless you as you continue to serve others. 
>              
>              
>              
>             Malcolm Duncan
>             Leader of the Faithworks Movement
> 
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