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July 30, 2009
CPSP PEOPLE IN THE NEWS: "Sexual Hocus Pocus in the Episcopal Church" By Raymond J. Lawrence
In his latest CounterPunch article, Dr. Lawrence suggests there is a, "gay marriage catch," to the recent Episcopal Church decision permitting the blessings of homosexual relationships.
"The Bishops of the Episcopal Church have finally granted permission for blessings of homosexual relationships, and also of homosexual marriages in those states where such marriage is permitted legally. So now any homosexual couple may request and potentially receive a blessing of their relationship by an Episcopal priest. Just like heterosexuals. Conservative priests may of course refuse, and conservative bishops may forbid such blessings in their dioceses. But they are a small, if noisy, minority. In spite of the noise, the decision appears to be a victory for homosexual and trans-gendered persons, and at first glance a victory for freedom, toleration, and liberal-mindedness.
But there is a catch."
To read the entire article click,here.
Posted by freeman at July 30, 2009 8:19 AM