B003 On the Status of Jerusalem
The Episcopal Church has been clear and consistent in strongly advocating these positions, as expressed in such past General Convention actions as D089 (1979), A147 (1991), A107 (1997), and B010 (2012). The recent decision to locate the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem has contributed to a growing despair over the possibility of a two-state solution, and confusion regarding the role of the U.S. in the peace process. A public reaffirmation of the Episcopal Church’s commitment will be a timely encouragement for many.
Explanation
The Episcopal Church has been clear and consistent in strongly advocating these positions, as expressed in such past General Convention actions as D089 (1979), A147 (1991), A107 (1997), and B010 (2012). The recent decision to locate the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem has contributed to a growing despair over the possibility of a two-state solution, and confusion regarding the role of the U.S. in the peace process. A public reaffirmation of the Episcopal Church’s commitment will be a timely encouragement for many.