UPCSA Papers

This page contains UPCSA documents and is simply a resource for those who wish to delve into the polity
and thinking of our denomination on issues that effect our faith. Particularly some recent, ongoing debates.
Please be aware that a number of these documents do not reflect our denomination's stance
on the subjects in question, unless clearly stated.
In some instances, they are sources that have been
used to gain insight. Our desire is that you stay informed and that you prayerfully grapple with the matters raised here.

The following papers on Marriage have
been publicized by the UPCSA:

    Statement on Marriage
    Submission to Parliament on the Civil Union Bill
The following papers (PDF format) on Homosexuality comprise source documents (italics) and published discussion material by the UPCSA (in bold obtained from their website):

    Attempts to Modify Sexual Orientation
    Biological Basis of Homosexuality
    Biological Research on Homosexuality
    Causes of Homosexuality
    Causes of Sexual Orientation
    Coming Out Can Reduce Sexual Prejudice
    Homosexuality and Genes
    Homosexuality UPCSA discussion document
    How Might Homosexuality Develop
    Is Change Possible
    Is Homosexuality Changeable, Normal, Moral
    Professional Associations and Homosexuality
    Reformed Churches and Homosexuality
    Sermon on homosexuality by Bishop Tutu
    Sexual Prejudice
    The Psychology of Homosexuality