Letter to the editor: Some rules are arbitrary

Notes: "I have been particularly intrigued by those who cite scripture or church rules to defend their position against same-sex marriage. It seems to me that the hard task that Christians set for themselves is not about blindly following rules or traditions. It is instead about living a loving life. That means taking the time to consider all the consequences of one's actions on ourselves and others and then doing one's best to decide in the most loving and just way. Injustice arises when one is denied an opportunity for no other practical reason than who they are. What makes this continuing controversy so hard to understand is that in a contest between injustice and an arbitrary rule, that an arbitrary rule would win. As for scripture, try Luke 6:9-11. Nevertheless, I take heart -- and I hope that same-sex couples take heart -- that the bulk of the church is already choosing justice". [Text of entire article.]

Subjects: Same sex unions - Religious aspects - Anglican Church of Canada; Anglican Church of Canada. General Synod (42nd : 2019 : Vancouver, B.C.) - Resolutions