Youth in the regional Lutheran synod have spoken out about the recent change in the ELCA's gay clergy policy and the turmoil its causing in some congregations around the country.
The Lower Susquehanna Synod's Lutheran Youth Organization board drafted a letter, urging church unity in a time of disagreement.
"We understand that people have different opinions, and we as a board were very split in our opinions," Sarah Embley, synod LYO president, told the ELCA News Service. "We think it is more important to look past our differences and keep the unity of the church and keep God in main view."
The board donated to the synod a portion of funds it raised during synod LYO meetings and events.
"We aren't happy with the fact that some people are pulling away from the Lutheran Church because of the decisions made. We know that some churches are withholding their money from the synod and the Lutheran Church," Embley said. "We don't think that's right. ... We would like to step up and do what we can to help."
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