Edie,
Our minister is totally against gays in the pulpit.He has said he would welcome them into our service but not in the pulpit. He was very upset after our synod meeting this past fall because they agreed to allow gay minister in the pulpit.
I was born a Lutheran and am proud of it. I really enjoyed working at the school---15 yr. I like the fact that we could discipline the kids, pledge the flag, chapel etc. I had the After School Day Care Program. I really miss the kids. They are going to try and resurrect the school again in a few years. they probably won't be able to get any of the old staff back because we all have a very bitter taste in our mouths.
My gentleman friend is Catholic and prefers the Lutheran church.
I hope you don't mind me asking questions etc.