This
Covenant has been designed to give clergy, an opportunity to endorse "Open &
Affirming Ministries." It offers those of us who have not been called to serve with
-- and therefore are not identified with -- publically declared "Open & Affirming
Ministries," a way to proclaim ourselves as Open & Affirming clergy. It enhances
our expressed commitment to providing Open & Affirming pastoral care; to proclaim our
calling within the wider church; to join in a supportive, nurturing community where we can
learn from one another as we seek to fulfill our calling as ministers in the Christian
Church (Disciples of Christ).
Introduction Covenant Endorsement