Gays in the clergy
Evangelical Lutherans are gathering in Minneapolis to consider whether to permit gay and lesbian ministers to lead churches if they are in a committed relationship. Midmorning discusses the tension this issue has created regarding inclusion and unity among other mainline Protestant churches.9:06 a.m.Susan Russell: is president of Integrity USA, an Episcopal gay advocacy group and Senior Associate at All Saints Church in Pasadena.
Kendall Harmon: is a priest of the Episcopal Church USA and Canon Theologian of the Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina.
Kevin Eckstrom: editor of Religion News Service.
Personal finance Q&A
Student loan default rates are on the rise amid the tough job market, while new students head off to college looking for last minute financial aid opportunities. Personal finance columnist Sandra Block gives tips on paying for education and solutions to personal finance woes for non-students like.10:06 a.m.Sandra Block: Personal finance columnist for USA Today's "Your Money."
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