IT WAS NEVER ABOUT INCLUSION: Girl Guides Organization Threatens Expulsion After Chapter Refuses to Omit ‘God’ From Oath. “Glynis Mackie, the leader of the church-based Newcastle troop, known as the 37th Newcastle Guide Unit at Jesmond Parish Church, said she recently received a letter from the national organization threatening her group would be dropped from recognition if she continues to allow ‘God’ to be referenced in the girls’ pledge.”

Earlier: We need to change to be more inclusive. Don’t like it? Then get out. “Although the decision brought in a record 839 complaints, the organisation has refused to back down, saying that mention of God was deterring new members.”