| Resolution Number: | 2009-B031 | |
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| Title: | Call for Reconciliation in Honduras | |
| Legislative Action Taken: | Concurred as Amended | |
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Resolved, That the 76th General Convention recognize that the events of June 28, 2009 in Honduras have resulted in a complex and troubling situation for our brothers and sisters there; and be it further
Resolved, That this Convention call for dialogue between those of differing views, with respect and tolerance for all, and the hope of bringing reconciliation to the people of Honduras; and be it further
Resolved, That this Convention call upon Costa Rican President Oscar Arias who is seeking to negotiate a solution to the crisis to do so by listening to all sides and working for a resolution based on democratic inclusiveness that is beneficial to all Hondurans; and be it further
Resolved, That this Convention request that the Organization of American States reconsider the decision to suspend Honduras from participation in its workings; and be it further
Resolved, That this Convention call upon the international lending organizations to continue investments, aid and loans to Honduras, in order to adequately care for the Honduran people; and be it further
Resolved, That this Convention ask that the Government of the United States not take actions that will penalize the people of Honduras; and be it further
Resolved, That this Convention call upon all Episcopalians to pray for the people of Honduras and to continue the important and meaningful diocesan and parish companion relationships with Honduras.
| Citation: | General Convention, Journal of the General Convention of...The Episcopal Church, Anaheim, 2009 (New York: General Convention, 2009), pp. 359-360. |
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