[Magdalen] National TEC policy on Alchol in the Church

[Grace Cangialosi]

I'm curious as to why you aren't in favor of banning alcohol at parish events, Ann?

> On Feb 4, 2015, at 7:10 PM, Ann Markle <ann.markle at aya.yale.edu> wrote:
> 
> Marion??  Maybe I read this superficially, but I don't see how this is a
> problem.  I do realize that in a pub "non-alcoholic alternatives" are not
> offered "with equal attractiveness and accessibility."  But most know
> non-alcoholic options are available in any bar.  I often drink club soda
> and lime.  I wouldn't do the pub thing myself, but realize that some find
> it attractive.
> 
> I do appreciate seeing this (TEC policy), and am glad it doesn't recommend
> banning alcoholic beverages from parish social events.  I've been to a
> couple of parishes that did this (banned alcoholic beverages), but I
> disagree with the practice.
> 
> And the Methodist guy was named Welch, not Welsh.  He lived and grew his
> grapes right here in Western New York.  Near Mayville, to be exact.  It's
> only the last few years that you could purchase alcoholic beverages on the
> grounds of the Chautauqua Institution (though you could discreetly bring
> your own in), being founded by Methodists and all.
> 
> Ann
> 
> The Rev. Ann Markle
> Buffalo, NY
> ann.markle at aya.yale.edu
> blog:  www.onewildandpreciouslife.typepad.com
> 
> On Wed, Feb 4, 2015 at 2:14 PM, Marion Thompson <marionwhitevale at gmail.com>
> wrote:
> 
>> I host a monthly Theology on Tap session at a pub.  I guess this pub will
>> throw me out for abberant behaviour. :-)
>>