Since the federal government now holds sway over marriage, let the federal government license marriage. Make it an department of the federal courthouse.
Churches just conduct ceremonies which bless the marriage, but nothing they do legalizes the marriage as far as the state and federal government are concerned. Churches address purely the religious, Biblical aspect of the marriage.
You didn’t need a church ceremony to be legally married prior to this ruling and you shouldn’t need one now.
Exactly!!!!
Ding! they are free to move around the country and marry.
It is a civil issue, they can receive a marriage license at any municipality.
The Church is for a vow/religious vow before God. This ceremony is a commitment before God. If they, or anyone wish to be married by a religious leader, that leader must somehow understand their commitment to each other and God’ principles. It is the responsibility of the Shepard.
With this understanding if they agree on the religious commitment of marriage, then by all means. Welcome please sign and see you in the class....next Sunday. Oh and its pot luck so bring a covered dish ;)