Pro to the question "Should marijuana be a medical option?"
Reasoning:
"The Episcopal Church urges the adoption by Congress and all states of statutes providing that the use of marijuana be permitted when deemed medically appropriate by duly liscensed medical practitioners."
67th Convention of the Episcopal Church, B-004a, 1982
Organizations/VIPs/Others
Individuals and organizations that do not fit into the other star categories.
Description:
"The life and work of the Episcopal Church begins in local congregations, expands across dioceses, and extends into global Anglican relationships. Together, as the body of Christ, we worship and work for God's kingdom to come, trusting in the Holy Spirit to guide us."
"Life and Work of the Church," the Episcopal Church website (accessed Sep. 20, 2007)
Mission:
"The Episcopal Church strives to live by the message of Christ, in which there are no outcasts and all are welcome. Walking a middle way between Roman Catholicism and Protestant traditions, we are a sacramental and worship-oriented church that promotes thoughtful debate about what God is calling us to do and be, as followers of Christ."
"Visitors' Center," the Episcopal Church website (accessed Sep. 20, 2007)
Structure:
Nonprofit 501(c)(3)
Members/Constituents:
2-3 million
Annual Budget:
$51 million
Sr. Executive:
Katharine Jefferts Schori, Presiding Bishop and Primate
Organizations/VIPs/Others