I don't understand why *lifestyle choices* should interfere... unless, of course, you bring Pat and a girlfriend to the Christmas Party. :) I don't think people are going to find out about the poly lifestyle and rush out to get a girl/boyfriend. Unless, of course, it's a lifestyle that appeals to them.

It's a slippery slope... I mean, why stop here. What other lifestyle choices can we examine? I have no doubt that the other candidates have their own *issues*. I can think of a few right off the top of my head.

I neither support or condemn your *lifestyle choices*... but care about you as an individual. I'm sorry that there isn't better communication/understanding between you & the clergy. I've got a lot more to say about this... but will quit now.