Excellent news this morning — the New Hampshire Episcopal Church has elected the nations first openly gay bishop!
The selection of the Rev. V. Gene Robinson, 56, who was chosen over three other candidates in voting by New Hampshire clergy and lay Episcopalians, is still subject to confirmation next month by the church’s national General Convention.
The confirmation is likely to be a heated battle with international implications. Robinson drew opposition from many in the Anglican community worldwide.
After the election, Robinson told his supporters to be gentle with those who disagreed with their decision.
“We will show the world how to be a Christian community,” he said. “I plan to be a good bishop, not a gay bishop.”
This is wonderful to hear, and makes me quite glad to have been brought up as part of the Episcopal Church. Many congratulations to Bishop-elect Robinson!
(via D)