"An association of United Methodist schools expressed ''deep concern for the pain and alienation'' of those affected by a recent church court decision to reinstate a pastor who denied membership to an openly homosexual man.
"As United Methodist-related college and university leaders, we embrace the church's affirmation: 'Open hearts, Open minds, Open doors.' We affirm the core humanistic and religious value that all persons are of sacred worth and equal standing," the resolution, issued by the National Association of Schools and Colleges of the United Methodist Church, stated "- The Christian Post, 15 Mar 2006