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same-sex marriage

July 12, 2012

'Queers for Jesus' challenge church and society with radical blog site

As heated debate continues on same-sex marriage, people who regard themselves as “queer followers of Jesus” say they want to make their voices heard.
July 8, 2012

United Reformed Church votes to host same-sex civil partnerships

In a historic move, the United Reformed Church has become the largest faith group in Britain to decide to bless same-sex partnerships on its premises.
July 6, 2012

Quakers welcome Deputy Prime Minister’s support for same-sex marriage

Quakers in Britain have welcomed the personal support given by the Deputy Prime Minister for the right of same-sex couples to marry in places of worship.
July 1, 2012

Jesus, Judaism and same-sex marriage: A response to James Baaden

Rabbi James Baaden has written a very challenging and helpful blog post in response to a recent article I wrote same-sex marriage. James challenges aspects of my approach to the issue, particularly as they concern Judaism and the Hebrew Bible.
June 24, 2012

Bishops break ranks over same-sex marriage

Two Church of England bishops have said that a Church statement strongly opposing same-sex marriage does not represent the views of the Church's membership.
June 15, 2012

Sex, money and church attacks on government

This week, several UK churches have been objecting to government attempts to redefine things.
June 13, 2012

Church of England faces backlash from own members over same-sex marriage

The leaders of the Church of England are facing strong criticism from within their own ranks for their attack on same-sex marriage yesterday.
June 12, 2012

CofE and same-sex marriage: Serving society or protecting privilege?

The Church of England have today issued their formal response to the government’s consultation on same-sex marriage. They had a great opportunity to acknowledge the diversity of views within their own ranks and to move on from the defensive tone that characterises so many Christian contributions to debates over sexuality. It is an opportunity that they have completely missed.
June 12, 2012

Disappointment as Church of England leadership attack same-sex marriage

Christian supporters of marriage equality have reacted with dismay to a Church of England statement opposing proposals for legal recognition of same-sex marriage.
April 22, 2012

Church of England clergy back same-sex marriage

The Bishop of Salisbury, Nicholas Holtam, has joined a number of senior Church of England clergy in encouraging Christians to welcome same-sex marriage.