Talk:Desmond Ford

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[edit] Former SDA?

While this may well be true (I don't know his official membership status), the article is included in that category. For that to be proper, clear proof should be mentioned (and referenced) in the article. -- Fyslee (collaborate) 09:21, 27 February 2007 (UTC)

I would appreciate suggestions as to where I could find this information. I know a lot of verbal history and information, but I don't think I could lay my hands on any reputable reference that indicates either way. -Fermion 07:16, 1 March 2007 (UTC)

You could send him an email. You need to get two pieces of info: (1) "Are you presently a registered member of the SDA church?" ; (2) Get official confirmation (if his answer is affirmative) from church sources by writing to the local SDA conference office where he lives. -- Fyslee (collaborate) 11:29, 1 March 2007 (UTC)

He is, to my knowledge, is not a member of the local conference in which he resides. That was the purpose of the document that Colin cites below. The Avondale College church was seeking to gain a membership for him. I am of the understanding that Dr Ford contacted a number of members of Avondale College and assured them that while the sentiment was nice, he had no desire for membership. In that view then, officially he his not a member. I still don't see how you could reference it as it is possible he is still on the books at PUC! -Fermion 02:49, 4 March 2007 (UTC)

At least in 2002, he wasn't a member.[1] I suggest that we leave in the category and the comment until a reference can be found, unless anyone seriously doubts the truth of it. You could also search Des' own websites, which is perfectly acceptable as a Wikipedia citation, I believe. Colin MacLaurin 02:20, 4 March 2007 (UTC)