inaugural prayers
Episcopal bishop Gene Robinson has been chosen to deliver the invocation at Sunday's inaugural kickoff event. Robinson is the second controversial pastor to be chosen to speak during the inauguration. California megachurch pastor and best-selling author Rick Warren will be delivering the opening prayer on Tuesday.
The controversy surrounding both choices stems from their vocal advocacy on gay rights issues: Warren has been outspoken in his opposition to gay marriages in California. Robinson, who is gay, has long been a critic of Christianity's treatment of gay people.
Personally, what I'd like to see is for Robinson and Warren to sit down and say a prayer together. This issue shouldn't tear the church apart, regardless of who is right.
Labels: current events, gay rights, prayer
posted by BruceA @ 9:20 PM
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I'd like to see a dialogue between the two also. I think these two could actually have a thoughtful discussion without the name calling and histrionics usually associated with the topic.
I don't think Warren is that far from embracing inclusion. He has been criticized by his evangelical peers to be, indeed, not conservative enough. Prayer together is an excellent suggestion!
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