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The consecration of Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson caused international debate over the role of gays in the church. Some Episcopalians are celebrating what they see as the church’s openness and diversity, while others are lamenting what they believe is departure from Christian teaching. We visit one parish that is wrestling vigorously over what to think and how to respond.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The consecration of Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson caused international debate over the role of gays in the church. 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