The loss of Amendment O has inflicted a deep wound in the life of our church. Offended by "same-sex union ceremonies" in some of our churches and the failure of our highest court to prohibit them, faithful Presbyterians who uphold the sanctity of marriage are now questioning their continued membership in a denomination that will not affirm the clear teaching of Scripture.
Scripture warns us of times "when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own likings, and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander into myths." The Presbyterian Lay Committee believes we are living in such a time.
We urge Presbyterians who are faithful to Scripture not to leave the denomination at this time. Our board of directors is meeting March 23-24 to assess the current crisis and seek God's leading toward a faithful response. We will share our conclusions throughout the Presbyterian Church (USA).
Robert L. Howard
Chairman