http://boyinthebands.com/archives/pearlbear-and-many-others/ Scott Wells on the practice of Christian faith Sun, 07 Sep 2008 11:07:26 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5 http://boyinthebands.com/archives/pearlbear-and-many-others/#comment-18196 Michelle Murrain Tue, 31 Jan 2006 18:06:27 +0000 http://www.universalistchurch.net/boyinthebands/archives/pearlbear-and-many-others/#comment-18196 Thanks, Derek, for your kind words. And thanks, Scott, for the post. I do have to admit to some regret that departures of folks like me does make it more difficult for the UUA to engage in these kinds of conversations, since many of those who feel these issues most keenly have decided to depart. But I also know that those who have chosen to stay are deeply interested in, as you say, digesting these concerns. I wish you all the best, and I know that we will be crossing paths again in the progressive religious community that is, as we speak, being coalesced in very interesting ways. Thanks, Derek, for your kind words. And thanks, Scott, for the post. I do have to admit to some regret that departures of folks like me does make it more difficult for the UUA to engage in these kinds of conversations, since many of those who feel these issues most keenly have decided to depart. But I also know that those who have chosen to stay are deeply interested in, as you say, digesting these concerns. I wish you all the best, and I know that we will be crossing paths again in the progressive religious community that is, as we speak, being coalesced in very interesting ways.

]]> http://boyinthebands.com/archives/pearlbear-and-many-others/#comment-18193 Derek Tue, 31 Jan 2006 13:50:28 +0000 http://www.universalistchurch.net/boyinthebands/archives/pearlbear-and-many-others/#comment-18193 I know I've been guilty of the anger and bitterness part as I've slid outward to the very fringes of the UUA, and begun ecumenical service with other denominations. Michelle has shown a grace in her departure that I think is a model for anyone who must contemplate some level of re-alignment (including departure). This does not, however, relieve us of the duty of "digesting" her concerns about how our community deals with issues around race, class, gender, and Christology. -Derek I know I’ve been guilty of the anger and bitterness part as I’ve slid outward to the very fringes of the UUA, and begun ecumenical service with other denominations. Michelle has shown a grace in her departure that I think is a model for anyone who must contemplate some level of re-alignment (including departure). This does not, however, relieve us of the duty of “digesting” her concerns about how our community deals with issues around race, class, gender, and Christology. -Derek

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