[Third paragraph, last sentence] ...their human and civil rights ensured, without necessarily granting them preferential privileges or special rights.
We recognize the continuing need...and adults, with a strong emphasis on chastity and fidelity. The Church offers...
[Last paragraph, next to last sentence] ...and consider this practice incompatible with the Holy Scriptures and Christian teaching,...ministry for and with all persons, including homosexuals.
The United Methodist Church should encourage local churches, districts, and conferences to become actively involved in ministries to those struggling with homosexuality-ministry based on compassion, Scripture, and the Discipline
General Conference Webmaster: Susan Brumbaugh
PETS Creator: John Brawn
Petition Text: 22579-CS-71-D
1996 United Methodist General Conference