In the House of Deputies today we got to pass a resolution by Bp. Mathes.

Resolved, the House of _______ concurring, That the 76th General Convention direct the Youth Formation Area of the Evangelism and Congregational Life Center to assist dioceses with their camping ministries through the development and dissemination of curricula, resources, and training events, both in English and in Spanish, during the next triennium; and be it further

Resolved, that the General Convention request the Joint Standing Committee on Program Budget and Finance to consider a budget allocation of $60,000 during this triennium for the implementation of this resolution.

This is now with the House of Bishops and may be one of the first resolutions to be concurred in this convention. Now to find the money to fund it.

Several of us have proposed a resolution about congregations discerning themselves ready to bless the committed relationships of all the couples in the parish. We are excited that this might allow for the Church to move forward with respect for the consciences of congregations that are not ready. You can read resolution D 043 by following this link.

http://tinyurl.com/kuo9jr

Thursday will be a busy day. Committee 13 will have hearings on a variety of resolutions regarding same-gender relationships. We have booked an intimate room for 1600 people.

It is quite exciting to be working with this deputation. We work hard, have fun and look out for one another.

Suzanne rescued me from my club soda at the bar and invited me to join a group for dinner.

-- Andrew Green