Talk:Metropolitan Community Church

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why was there a deltion of --the external link to biographical information on Rev Cindi Love?--Sjharte 18:11, 24 August 2005 (UTC)

Place it on the bottom in the external links section. EdwinHJ | Talk 18:34, 24 August 2005 (UTC)

I deleted the section added on 20th of Jan which alleged that rev Elder Nancy Wilson had been "ordained" by Rev Elder Troy Perry as a "Presideing Bishop". Rev Perry did mention at the installation (NB not ordination) of Rev Wilson as Moderator tjat her position was similar to what is called a "Presiding Bishop" in some denominations. Also, MCC is not in discussions with UCC to merge. MCC and UCC have cordial relations and Rev Elder Wilson has expressed a desire to work ecumnically with UCC and other Churches. --Sjharte 22:49, 29 January 2006 (UTC)

Witnesses to the installation have provided an oppositng account to what you state. Moreover, press reports (notably this: from the BAR), indicate that UFMCC and the UCC are in talks for merger. Can you provide eveidence to the contrary? Nrgdocadams 01:15, 31 January 2006 (UTC)Nrgdocadams

I was present at the Washington installation and can confirm that nothing was said that would lead you to the conclusion that something was happening (ie an episcopal ordination) that was contrary to UFMCC polity. As for your suggestion that there are merger rumours with UCC, I serve on one of the two denominational ruling Boards and can confirm that such rumours are without foundation - as the article you cite confirms "There are ongoing healthy discussions about any places where we can partner, that are a fit for us," said Love. But those contacted, including MCC-San Francisco senior pastor Penny Nixon, have heard no rumblings about a merger so far. --Sjharte 09:41, 31 January 2006 (UTC)

[edit] Denomination

I realise this is some kind of ecumenical gay church - but what kind of church? Is it unitarian, anglican, or closer to baptist? I know these churches claim to be non-denominational, but they're usually close to one thing or another. --MacRusgail 16:09, 6 March 2006 (UTC)

MCC is a denomination in its own right.--Sjharte 00:05, 6 March 2006 (UTC)

I realise that, but what kind, other than "ecumenical, pro-gay" etc? I visited the article to try and find that out, and am not much wiser on it, nor the kind of church government and theology they have (other than liberal). --MacRusgail 16:09, 6 March 2006 (UTC)

Church polity is mostly congregational, and congregations within the denomination vary in worship style and theology. In general, theology is no more liberal than most mainline protestant deniminations, and it may be more conservative than some. The denomination was founded by a pentecostal pastor, but worship style usually has much in common with most other evangelical protestant churches. Some congregations have become more liturgical. Jonathunder 17:28, 6 March 2006 (UTC)

Thank you, this is what I was looking for. Can you put this info in the article in some way please. --MacRusgail 19:32, 12 March 2006 (UTC)