Episcopals to bless same-sex relationships
July 14, 2012 in The Question by Teri-Hayslett
The Episcopal Church will now allow priests to conduct services blessing same-sex relationships. The denomination’s House of Bishops approved the policy Monday, and delegates to the national convention approved the measure on Tuesday becoming the largest U.S. religious denomination to approve such a ritual.
The proposed service is not considered a marriage ceremony, Episcopal media affairs representative Nancy Davidge told reporters. “We have authorized a blessing, and a blessing is different than a marriage,” she said. “A blessing is a theological response to a monogamous, committed relationship.”
What’s your response?
Is this an appropriate theological response? Is this a good compromise?”
Yes I am glad to see a blessing of humble people who come to the church with their hopes and dreams, like anyone else, and they seek to love the Lord, with their heart, and soul, and they serve alongside in dignity and respect for the church and its traditions. They are also generous with their time and contributions to help make the church a blessing for all.