Decision Number 1423

SUBJECT TO FINAL EDITING


February 09, 2022

Decision


Clergy members have the right to vote on disaffiliation resolutions that come before an annual conference. This voting right includes the right to make a motion to approve such resolutions. The second part of the Question of Law pertains to an issue arising directly from Bishop Devadhar’s parliamentary ruling and is beyond the jurisdiction of the Judicial Council. The bishop’s Decision of Law is affirmed.

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