Statement from Bishop Oliveto regarding the Judicial Council ruling

Dear friends, thank you for your deep care of Robin Ridenour and me throughout this time of waiting. We are exhausted, but our hearts are filled to overflowing from all your prayers and support.

There is much more to say but for now remember these words from Ephesians 4:2 "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." Let our love for each other (which is a good and holy thing) and the love of God (which never fails us) be our guide in these days.

With much love,

Bishop Karen Oliveto of the Mountain Sky Area of The United Methodist Church