The following resolutions relate directly to glbt issues. Note that many resolutions on a variety of topics were discussed. See the national church's Web site at www.episcopalchurch.org for more information.

D039: Human Sexuality: Issues Related to Sexuality and Relationships

Resolved, that the members of the 73rd General Convention intend for this Church to provide a save and just structure in which all can utilize their gifts and creative energies for mission, and be it further

Resolved, we acknowledge that while the issues of human sexuality are not yet resolved, there are currently couples in the Body of Christ and in this Church who are living in marriage and couples in the Body of Christ and in this Church who are living in other lifelong committed relationships, and be it further

Resolved, we expect such relationships will be characterized by fidelity, monogamy, mutual affection and respect, careful, honest communication, and the holy love which enables those in such relationships to see in each other the image of God, and be it further

Resolved, we denounce promiscuity, exploitation, and abusiveness in the relationships of any of our members, and be it further

Resolved, this Church intends to hold all its members accountable to these values and will provide for them the prayerful support, encouragement, and pastoral care necessary to live faithfully by them, and be it further

Resolved, we acknowledge that some, acting in good conscience, who disagree with the traditional teaching of the Church on human sexuality, will act in contradiction to that position, and be it further

Resolved, that in continuity with previous actions of the General Convention of this Church and in response to the call for dialogue by the Lambeth Conference, we affirm that those on various sides of controversial issues have a place in the Church, and we reaffirm the imperative to promote conversation between persons of differing experiences and perspectives, while acknowledging the Church's teaching on the sanctity of marriage.

[The following 8th resolve originally included in the resolution was defeated in both the House of Deputies and the House of Bishops:

Resolved, that desiring to support relationships of mutuality and fidelity other than marriage which mediate the grace of God, the 73rd General Convention directs the Standing Commission on Liturgy and Music to prepare for consideration by the 74th General Convention rites for inclusion in the Book of Occasional Services by means of which the Church may express that support.]

NOTE: The Diocese of California voted in 2001 to put forward the 8th resolve to the 74th General Convention (see Resolutions of Diocesan Convention 2001).

C031 Homosexuality: Boy Scouts of America Policy on Homosexuals

Resolved, the House of ______ concurring, That the 73rd General Convention recommend that all clergy in charge of congregations and vestries:

1) Inform the local Boy Scouts of America council and other organizations of the Episcopal Church's policy adopted at the 65th General Convention (1976) that "homosexual persons are children of God who have a full and equal claim with all other persons upon the love, acceptance, and pastoral concern and care of the Church;"

2) Encourage the Boy Scouts of America to allow membership to youth and adult leaders irrespective of their sexual orientation;

3) Strongly encourage individual churches which charter or host scout units to open a dialogue with the unit leaders, scouts, and their parents regarding discrimination against youth and leaders on the basis of sexual orientation;

4) Engage in educational programs within their churches to inform members and others about these issues; and be it further

Resolved, That the 73rd General Convention recommend the Office of the General Convention send a copy of this resolution to the National Office of the Boy Scouts of America.