Posted on 08/08/2003 3:34:42 AM PDT by kattracks
Edited on 07/12/2004 4:05:59 PM PDT by Jim Robinson. [history]
Episcopalians seemed set to reject a formal church "marriage" rite for homosexuals yesterday, settling for a compromise resolution that recognizes but does not authorize church ceremonies for same-sex unions.
The resolution, approved in a voice vote by Episcopal bishops on Wednesday, was being deliberated yesterday evening by deputies at the Episcopal General Convention in Minneapolis. The substitute resolution would allow Episcopalians to "explore and experience liturgies celebrating and blessing same-sex unions."
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