Paragraph 94 of the Synod Final document states: "Without concrete changes in the short term, the vision of a synodal Church will not be credible".
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EQUALITY is
"the state of having equal
rights,
opportunities, and treatment.
It also means being supported to
reach your potential."
St Paul taught (48AD):
Letter to the Galatians 3:28
1. Shared Decision Making
People without ordination must be equally represented at all levels and have a say in decision-making through appropriate democratic structures.
2. Full equality for all genders
The church needs the wealth of skills and vocations of women and non-binary people. This applies to all leadership positions.
3. Free choice between a celibate and
non-celibate lifestyle
The link between the ordained ministry and celibacy is not biblically binding, but has grown historically and can therefore be changed.
4. Positive evaluation of sexuality
The responsible decision of conscience in questions of sexual morality (e.g. conception regulation and sexual identity and orientation) must be recognised.
5. Good news instead of a threatening
message
Our Christian message prioritises helping and encouraging support and solidarity over fear-inducing and restrictive norms!
Paragraph 94 of the Synod Final document states: "Without concrete changes in the short term, the vision of a synodal Church will not be credible".
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