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Old 03-07-2008, 11:13 AM
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For those who only voted "Married men (who've only been married once)", a question that's already been alluded to . . .

If a plain reading of the text dictates that only once-and-still-married may hold office, does it not also dictate that only men who have children (not just a child) are qualified? If not, why not?
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Likewise, if he becomes widowed must he demit the ministry?
Anybody?
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