Presbyterian Church: Two Big Decisions

The Presbyterian Church made two big decisions recently.

First, they voted to allow ministers to perform same sex marriages. The CNN video clip above explains.

Second, they voted to divest themselves of investments in companies “tied to the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories.”

According to the New York Times, the  divestment vote does not deny Israel’s right to exist.

“The measure that was passed not only called for divestment but also reaffirmed Israel’s right to exist, endorsed a two-state solution, encouraged interfaith dialogue and travel to the Holy Land, and instructed the church to undertake “positive investment” in endeavors that advance peace and improve the lives of Israelis and Palestinians.”

And below is a clip from Voice of America about the Presbyterian decision to pull its money out of companies doing business in the West Bank.