However, because the structure of the denomination is not hierarchical, the General Synod can’t force every congregation to be Open And Affirming, although most are.
The website has a map so you can check on congregations in your area. The one in the picture above is in Tulsa OK.
The UCC is another. The General Synod declared the denomination to be Open And Affirming.
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However, because the structure of the denomination is not hierarchical, the General Synod can’t force every congregation to be Open And Affirming, although most are.
The website has a map so you can check on congregations in your area. The one in the picture above is in Tulsa OK.