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Memo to Goodsoil
Abstract: Resolution to impose spending caps on ELCA disciplinary proceedings regarding partnered gay clergy.
Need a resolution for this year's Churchwide Assembly? Here's one proposal:
Whereas disciplinary proceedings against clergy partnered in same-sex relationships do not serve the stated purpose of this church (ELCA Constitution, Chapter 4)
Therefore, be it resolved that the office of the secretary shall make a full disclosure to the Church Council of the cost of each such disciplinary proceeding, and that this disclosure shall be part of the public record of the Church Council's meetings,
And be it finally resolved that annually the ELCA shall spend no more than $50,000 (including the fair market value of any donations of time or other gifts in kind) to pursue such disciplinary actions.
