New York Times reported today that the Diocese of San Joaquin voted on Saturday, Dec. 9th, to split from the Episcopal Church.  As reported, this is monumental because it’s the first time in the church’s history that an entire diocese has split from the church. 

The split stems from the ongoing battle within the Episcopal Church regarding the Bible’s authority, particularly as it relates to homosexuality.  “The church will inevitably leave the Bible behind at point after point,” said Bishop John David Schofield of San Joaquin to the diocesan convention on Friday, “but since on this view the Bible is the word of fallible men rather than of the infallible God, leaving it behind is no great loss.”

Let me encourage you to take the time to read this article and to keep an eye on the Episcopal Church.  Church history is chalked full of moments such as this.  In addition, it highlights the truth that the church of Jesus Christ will stand or fall on the Bible’s authority. 

(You can also find information on the diocese’s website.) 

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