(ChurchLeaders) A disciplinary panel with the Episcopal Church (TEC) has determined that the Rt. Rev. William Love has violated canon law and his ordination vows by refusing to allow same-sex marriages to be performed in his diocese. Love learned of the panel’s decision on Friday, Oct. 2, and responded to it in a statement on Monday, Oct. 5.
“I had very much hoped to share with you a very different outcome regarding the Hearing Panel’s ruling,” said Love. “Unfortunately, that was not too [sic] be. With that said, I want to encourage each of us in the days ahead to keep our focus on our Lord Jesus Christ. While we don’t know what tomorrow will bring, the Lord does. He will guide and lead us through all the storms of life, if we keep our eyes on Him, trusting Him in all situations.”