Dear Andy,
I'm so sorry to hear of this. As you probably know, it is something I fear may happen one day in my own ministry in the UMC in AR.
All I can say is, I'm so very proud of you both, and I will be praying for you. Stay the course for what it right, and you both know what that is. Yes, we can compromise the truth as we know it, but then what do we have?
Tell Jenna I'm with her all the way, and you both are in my daily prayers.
You know, I think something is going to happen in the "established" church as we know it. Let us not faulter. I'm sorry, that sounds like preaching! But I truly believe it, it is time we were counted among those who stand for the truth.
Another thought, the realization of truth has generally come to we humans at a great price. Are we willing to pay that price?
God, I hope I am.
Sincerely, Vern
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