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Announcement From Pulpit (Press, 1 December 1984)

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Summary: Announcement From Pulpit (Press, 1 December 1984)

On 1 December 1984, a significant event occurred at St Aidan’s Church in Remuera, Auckland, where curate Mr Peter Appleby openly declared his homosexuality during a sermon. This announcement marked the conclusion of his tenure at the church, as he had decided to resign from the ministry. During the service, Mr Appleby spoke about the inclusiveness of the Church regarding the LGBTQ+ community and chose to highlight his point by revealing his membership in the "gay community." His vicar, the Rev. Roy Everall, noted that the congregation had mixed reactions to Mr Appleby's declaration. Some members were saddened, while others were shocked, although it was acknowledged that a portion of the congregation was already aware of Mr Appleby's sexual orientation. Rev. Everall expressed understanding of Mr Appleby’s reasons for resigning but indicated that he believed the revelation of his sexual orientation during the sermon was somewhat unnecessary. Mr Appleby had been serving in the ministry for three years and was active in performing ceremonies, including giving Communion. His decision to announce his homosexuality from the pulpit sparked discussions about the Church's stance on inclusivity towards gay individuals within its community.

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Publish Date:1st December 1984
URL:https://www.pridenz.com/paperspast_chp19841201_2_20.html