"Last August, the ELCA national assembly voted to allow pastors in committed same-sex relationships. Opponents say the new policy contradicts scripture"
They are a bit late in discovering that ELCA don't believe the Bible anymore! Therein lies the problem. The neo religion of "Liberalism" just does not believe Scripture where it conflicts with human culture, eg homosexual practice. Romans chapter one (v18 to 32) has the prophetic word on this state of affairs. Trouble is that this new branch of ELCA will take the seeds of destruction with them, like women in the pulpit.
"18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness;"