[Gay State Conservative]

Simple solution.Houses of worship that want no part of pervert "weddings" should formally and officially relinquish the authority their clergy have to perform marriages *recognized by the state*.So,when a normal couple comes to such a church they're told,"yes,we'll join you in holy matrimony,as recognized in the eyes of God,but the ceremony will not be *legally* recognized.For that you must go to a justice of the peace".Of course,after having relinquished their *legal* powers they'll tell pervert "couples"..."go to hell".And there won't be a damn thing the perverts can do.

Problem solved

[xzins]

I don’t disagree with you, but my authority in Ohio is to “solemnize” marriages, as it reads on all the paperwork. My sense is that they’re saying their authority is what legalizes the union. They’re saying that mine is ceremonial and that my signature simply affirms the act has been completed. They see their license as the issue.

From my perspective, the critical element in American religion in our era is fighting, insisting, demanding that the effort by the state to recognize “freedom to worship” be recognized as the perversion it is. The constitution says “free exercise of RELIGION.” Our religion is far more than just our worship services.

Our religion touches every aspect of our lives, and that includes marriage.