Resolution Number: | 2022-D075 | |
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Title: | Give Thanks for the Remarkable Ministry of Marge Christie | |
Legislative Action Taken: | Adopted with Amendment | |
Final Text: |
Resolved, That the House of Deputies of the 80th General Convention of The Episcopal Church gives thanks for the remarkable ministry of Marge Christie (1929-2019) and her leadership in The Episcopal Church, the Diocese of Newark, and the wider Anglican Communion; and be it further
Resolved, That we recognize the life and witness of Marge Christie, a faithful and exemplary lay woman who, because of her grounding in the Baptismal Covenant and through collaboration, coalition- building across orders, and determination, helped make possible the full inclusion of women in the life and ministry of The Episcopal Church; and be it further
Resolved, That we are grateful for her willingness to mentor and her ability to empower younger generations; and be it further
Resolved, That we acknowledge her work to bring equality and justice to every part of the Church.
Citation: | General Convention, Journal of the General Convention of...The Episcopal Church, Baltimore, 2022 (New York: General Convention, 2023), p. 337. |
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