Rev. Cathlin Baker, Union Theological Seminary, New York, NY Phyllis A. Bird, Professor of Old Testament Interpretation, Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
Rev. Dr. Kathleen A. Bishop, Fillmore Seminary, Delray Beach, FL
Frank Burch Brown, Kershner Professor of Religion & the Arts, Christian Theological Seminary
Rev. Dr. Alva R. Caldwell, Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evanston, IL
Edward F. Campbell, Jr., Professor Emeritus of Old Testament, McCormick Theological Seminary
Paul E. Capetz, Assistant Professor of Historical Theology, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Dr. David M. Carr, Union Theological Seminary in New York
Sandra Hobson Casmey, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
James H. Cone, Briggs Distinguished Professor of Theology, Union Theological Seminary
Robert B. Coote, San Francisco Theological Seminary, San Anselmo, CA
George C.L. Cummings, Academic Dean, American Baptist Seminary of the West
Rev. Dr. Susan E. Davies, Academic Dean, Bangor Theological Seminary
Dawn DeVries, John Newton Thomas Professor of Systematic Theory, Union Theological Seminary, VA
Rabbi Elliot Dorff, Professor of Philosophy, The Jewish Theological Seminary
Rev. Dr. Mark A. Douglas, Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, GA
Susan K. Ebbers, Associate Professor of Theological Bibliography, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Rev. Dr. Marvin M. Ellison, Professor of Christian Ethics, Bangor Theological Seminary
Dr. June C. Goudey, Assistant Professor, Bangor Theological Seminary
Dr. Clifton F. Guthrie, Asst. Prof. of Homiletics, Bangor Theological Seminary
Hugh Halverstadt, Professor of Ministry, McCormick Theological Seminary
Dr. Youtha C. Hardman-Cromwell, Associate Director, Wesley Theological Seminary
Dr. Beverly W. Harrison, Union Theological Seminary
Rev. Dr. Holly E. Hearon, Christian Theological Seminary, Indianapolis, IN
Rev. Dr. Rev. Carol Hepokoski, Assistant Professor of Religious Ethics, Meadville/Lombard Theological Seminary
Rev. Dr. John F. Hoffmeyer, Assistant Professor of Systematic Theology, Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia
Rev. Dr. Joseph Hough (former) President, Union Theological Seminary, New York, NY
Theodore W. Jennings Jr., Professor of Biblical and Constructive Theology, The Chicago Theological Seminary
Chairwoman of the Board Ann Hale Johnson, Union Theological Seminary, NYC
Dr. Chung Hyun Kyung, Associate Professor of Ecumenics, Union Theological Seminary
Rev. Dr. George M. Landes, Davenport Professor of Hebrew (Emeritus), Union Theological Seminary, NY
Rev. Dr. Pamela Lightsey, Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evanston, IL
David J. Lull, Associate Professor of New Testament, Wartburg Theological Seminary
Rev. Barbara K. Lundblad, Associate Professor of Preaching, Union Theological Seminary
Dr. K. Brynolf Lyon, Christian Theological Seminary, Indianapolis, IN
Rabbi Jeffrey M. Marker, Jewish Theological Seminary, New York, NY
Rev. Dr. Troy W. Messenger, Union Theological Seminary, New York
Patrick D. Miller, Professor of Old Testament Theology, Princeton Theological Seminary
Jonathan H. Morgan, VP for Development and Stewardship, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Rev. Deborah F. Mullen, Assistant Professor of Ministry and Historical Studies, McCormick Theological Seminary
James B. Nelson, Emeritus Professor of Christian Ethics, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Rev. Dr. Christie C. Neuger, Professor of Pastoral Care, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Douglas F. Ottati, M.E. Pemberton Professor of Theology, Union Theological Seminary in Virginia
Dr. Su Yon Pak, Union Theological Seminary, New York, NY
Rod Parrott, Professor of Disciples Studies and New Testament, Disciples Seminary Foundation, Claremont, CA
Rev. Dr. Gary Pence, Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary, Berkeley, CA
James Poling, Professor, Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary
Carolyn Pressler, Professor of Biblical Interpretation, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Larry L. Rasmussen, Reinhold Niebuhr Professor of Social Ethics, Union Theological Seminary
Rev. Dr. Marcia Y. Riggs, Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, GA
Carol S. Robb, Professor of Christian Social Ethics, San Francisco Theological Seminary
Rev. Dr. Jack Rogers, San Francisco Theological Seminary, (emeritus), Pasadena, CA
Rosetta E. Ross, Associate Professor of Christian Ethics, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Marilyn Salmon, Associate Professor, New Testament, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Dr. Carroll Saussy, Wesley Theological Seminary, Chevy Chase, MD
Dr. Laurel C. Schneider, Assistant Professor of Theology, Ethics, and Culture, Chicago Theological Seminary
Rev. Dayle H. Scott, Dean of Students, American Baptist Seminary of the West
Mary E. Shields, Associate Professor of Old Testament, Trinity Lutheran Seminary
Christine Smith, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, Columbia Heights, MN
Kenneth B. Smith, Retired President, Chicago Theological Seminary
Clyde J. Steckel, Emeritus Professor of Theology, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities,
Ken Stone, Chicago Theological Seminary, Chicago, IL
Dr. Randall Styers, Union Theological Seminary, New York, NY
Kathleen Talvacchia, Assistant Professor of Ministry and Theology, Union Theological Seminary
Rabbi Richard Tholin, Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evanston, IL
Edgar A. Towne, Emeritus Professor of Theology, Christian Theological Seminary
Grayson L. Tucker, Anderson Professor Emeritus, Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Mike Underhill, Chicago Theological Seminary, Chicago, IL
Rabbi Burton L. Visotzky, Jewish Theological Seminary, New York,
Peggy Way, Professor, Eden Theological Seminary
Rev. Mark W. Wendorf, McCormick Theological Seminary, Chicago,
Donald R. White, Professor of Constructive Theology, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Clark Williamson, Dean, Christian Theological Seminary
Dr. Walter Wink, Professor of Biblical Interpretation, Auburn Theological Seminary
Wilson Yates, President, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Rev. Dr. Karen-Marie Yust, Christian Theological Seminary, Indianapolis, IN
To Read the document they Signed:
The Religious Institute: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Inclusion
The HOLY WORD of GOD
Leviticus 18:22
"Thou shalt NOT lie with mankind, as with womankind: it is abomination."
Leviticus 20:13
If a man also lie with mankind, as he lieth with a WOMAN, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death;
Malachi 3:6
For I am the LORD, I CHANGE not!
Jesus Christ Quote: Matthew 4:4
"Man shall NOT live by bread alone,but by EVERY WORD that proceedeth out of the mouth of God!"
Did YOUR Pastor - Preacher "Sign" this "Disgusting & Sinful Endorsement?"
See who Endorses Same-Sex Marriage and Gay Ordination!
The Religious Institute has a Declaration of Sexual Guidelines they have asked RELIGIOUS LEADERS to endorse (Document below)
[NOTE: Words in brackets are this Editor's;]
The "Religious Institute" [a large, influential, left-wing, anti-Scriptural institute] has produced a Document of Declaration called:
"Religious Declaration on Sexual Morality, Justice, and Healing"
[THEY BOASTFULLY CONTINUE]:
More than 3,500 religious leaders from more than 50 religious traditions have endorsed the Religious Declaration, including clergy; professional religious educators and counselors; denominational and interfaith leaders; and seminary presidents, deans and faculty members.
We accept endorsements from ordained clergy, professional religious educators, theologians, and staff of religious institutions.
If you do not fit into one of these categories, but would like to keep up on the work of the Religious Institute, please join our network."
[Here is part of their Document] "Sexuality is God's life-giving and life-fulfilling gift. We come from diverse religious communities to recognize sexuality as central to our humanity and as integral to our spirituality. We are speaking out against the pain, brokenness, oppression, and loss of meaning that many experience about their sexuality.
Our faith traditions celebrate the goodness of creation, including our bodies and our sexuality. We sin when this sacred gift is abused or exploited.
However, the great promise of our traditions is love, healing, and restored relationships.
Our culture needs a sexual ethic focused on personal relationships and social justice rather than particular sexual acts.
[SADLY, they have no desire to base it on the WORD of GOD!]
All persons have the right and responsibility to lead sexual lives that express love, justice, mutuality, commitment, consent, and pleasure.
Grounded in respect for the body and for the vulnerability that intimacy brings. This ethic fosters physical, emotional, and spiritual health.
[Following paragraph Promotes Homosexuality & and Child-Sex!]
It accepts no double standards and applies to all persons, without regard to sex, gender, color, age, bodily condition, marital status, or sexual orientation.
[The above paragraph declares that their 'right to sexual pleasure' . . . applies to ALL PERSONS . . . regardless of AGE!!! Did you note they have respect for the physical human body but do NOT mention or show any respect for THE PERFECT LAW OF GOD, converting the soul! Psalm 19:7
Can you believe that these anti-Scriptural ministers - seemingly reprobates for certain - are justifying their desire to molest children and altar boys?
PLEASE read the previous two paragraphs CAREFULLY, and send copies and this website to EVERYONE in your local Church and Denomination!!!
This statement by The Religious Institute is perhaps the most shameful literature on the entire internet!
What a shame this document is NOT a PRAYER-&-PLEA for the salvation of the world!
They continue:]
God hears the cries of those who suffer from the failure of religious communities to address sexuality.
We are called today to see, hear, and respond to the suffering caused by violence against women and sexual minorities, the HIV pandemic, unsustainable population growth and over-consumption, and the commercial exploitation of sexuality.
Faith communities must therefore be truth seeking, courageous, and just.
We call for:
* Theological reflection that integrates the wisdom of excluded, often silenced peoples, and insights about sexuality from medicine, social science, the arts and humanities.[SAME SEX UNION]: * Full inclusion of women and sexual minorities in congregational life, including their ordination and the blessing of same sex unions.
* Sexuality counseling and education throughout the lifespan from trained religious leaders.
* Support for those who challenge sexual oppression and who work for justice within their congregations and denomination.
Faith communities must also advocate for sexual and spiritual wholeness in society.
We call for:
* "Lifelong", age appropriate sexuality education in schools, seminaries, and community settings.[RADICALLY PRO] ABORTION
* A faith-based commitment to sexual and reproductive rights, including access to voluntary contraception, abortion, and HIV/STD prevention and treatment.
* Religious leadership in movements to end sexual and social injustice.
God rejoices when we celebrate our sexuality with holiness and integrity.
We, the undersigned, invite our colleagues and faith communities to join us in promoting sexual morality, justice, and healing.
The ORIGINAL Religious Declaration on Sexual Morality Justice and Healing
Lesbian-Gay-Bisexual-Transgender (LGBT) Inclusion
The courageous witness of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, along with a growing body of social and scientific research, inspire us to affirm sexual and gender diversity as a blessed part of life. Religious leaders must help to create a new understanding of sexual and gender diversity, and to promote full equality of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender LGBT persons in all areas of religious and public life.
Initiatives
Sex and the Seminary: Preparing Ministers for Sexual Health and Justice
Marriage Equality Open Letters
Open Letter to Religious Leaders on Sexual and Gender Diversity
Open Letter to Religious Leaders on Marriage Equality
Contributions from the best scholars in numerous fields are added to Ministers-Best-Friend.com website daily. Such research papers and articles:
* Cambridge Theological Seminary USA & Global has no connection or relationship to Cambridge University in England, EXCEPT . . . we in the USA are carrying on their "Christian Values of Hundreds of Years" . . . as they have long since become secular humanists, agnostics and atheists: "Anti-Christ" in almost every way and contrary to every Scripture.
"CHRISTIPEDIA!™"
"WIKIPEDIA!"
