Gay Bishop Story Shows Media Biases

The Philadelphia Inquirer ^ | Aug. 15, 2003 | Lila Arzua

[baseballmom]

'Don't believe what you read in the secular press," an Episcopal priest warned his congregation in Sebring, Fla., on Sunday. And perhaps with good reason.

Despite the emphasis on sensitivity and fairness in today's newsrooms, many in the media have failed to uphold their standards of equity and reliability in their coverage of the recent controversy in the Episcopal Church.

Last week the church made history when it confirmed the election of an openly gay bishop and recognized the blessing of same-sex unions. The moves have caused great consternation within the body, which is a province of the worldwide Anglican Communion, and divided clergy and laymen alike over interpretation of Biblical Scripture and modern-day marriage. In response, the archbishop of Canterbury has summoned church leaders worldwide for an emergency meeting in October.

Journalists shouldn't be choosing sides.

[FreeRep]

All I read in the secular press, and Episcopal press is, "This is God's Will, "We are to accept, welcome and celebrate the sexual gifts of gay people." etc. etc. yada, yada.....

This makes we sick.

[Captain Shady]

If anyone is Episcopalian here,I would suggest for your consideration some of the more traditional Anglican groups, like Saint Francis Parish, Anglican in Spartanburg,South Carolina.