From: Interfaith Working Group Subject: IWG letter of support to Lord of Life Lutheran Church Date: Sat, 7 Feb 1998 23:49:44 -0500 (EST) The following went out on IWG letterhead listing 12 congregations and organizations and 54 clergy from 15 religious traditions. If you are in the general Philadelphia area and represent a congregation or religious organization or are clergy, let us know if you want to be added - all faiths are welcome. We will also be happy to help start similar organizations in other areas. October 16, 1997 Lord of Life Lutheran Church 913 Carroll Avenue Ames, Iowa 50010 Dear Brothers and Sisters: We were greatly saddened to learn of your denomination's decision regarding your pastor, and heartened by the support that you have shown for Rev. Sabin. On behalf of all our members we thank you for upholding a principle that we all hold dear. We feel sure that the strength you have already demonstrated will allow you to continue in your much-needed work, supported by your faith and by people of all religious backgrounds who share your vision of justice. God is with you. You are not alone. Sincerely, Barbara Purdom Christopher Purdom Interfaith Working Group Coordinators -- Interfaith Working Group Religious organizations, congregations iwg@libertynet.org and clergy supporting gay rights, http://www.libertynet.org/~iwg/ reproductive freedom, and the 215-235-3050 separation of church and state.