The Army in the UK is influenced by the CofE- and particularly their evangelical/charismatic wing.
One wonders what form this influence takes. Should it be theological then the hope of full inclusion for LBGTQ+ individuals will disappear over the horizon. Conservative Evangelicals attending the CofE General Synod displayed rampant homophobia and sought to block any progress within the CofE towards further inclusion. The Church of England Evangelical Council is organising a new pastoral structure for those opposed to inclusion and also funding arrangements to steer finances away from dioceses towards churches opposed to inclusion. It all smacks of schism, although it may result in a very shaky unity in diversity.
If The Salvation Army is influenced by CofE conservative Evangelicals and their fundamentalist theology then what is happening currently in the CofE will be of no comfort to those in the Army seeking full inclusion. It is to be hoped fervently that the recent membership survey undertaken by TSA will lead to recommendations for inclusion followed by implementation. I am not holding my breath in expectation of any changes but live in hope.
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