Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Church of Scotland Approves Same-Sex Marriage


Traditionalist minority worry disagreement on the issue will make it harder to work together on mission.

By Kate Shellnutt

Update (May 23): Church of Scotland ministers are now permitted to perform same-sex marriages if they choose.

The church’s General Assembly approved an overture that allows parish ministers and deacons to apply for authorization to marry same-sex couples. It passed on Monday by a 274-136 vote.

The Presbyterian denomination is preparing new suggested liturgy to bless same-sex marriages as well as guidance for the change in church law. Read More

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