I had the privilege of working with Steve West when I was in Alabama, preached in Steve’s congregations on a number of occasions, and enlisted him to reform Annual Conference worship. We even wrote and published two hymns together. It’s great to see clergy like Steve standing up and saying clearly, “I’m not leaving the UMC and I don’t want you to leave the UMC.” You can find his reflections on his resolution to remain here.
—Will
Peculiar Prophet 
Great article. Powerful testimony of working through the tough issues of our time rather than running from them.
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A really helpful reflection from Steve West – the principles of which could become applicable in the Church of England (my church) sooner than later. Thank you, Will.
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