The Episcopal Church has been firmly and unequivocally on record in support of civil marriage equality since July 2012 when its 77th General Convention adopted Resolution D018 entitled "End Discrimination Against Same-Sex Marriage."
On April 28, 2015 when the Supreme Court hears oral arguments on four marriage equality cases, the Episcopal Church will be standing with nearly 2000 clergy and faith leaders who signed the amicus brief which began with these words: "Brief for amici curiae President of the House of Deputies of the Episcopal Church and the Episcopal Bishops of Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Tennessee."
"No religion's belief or practice should be allowed to restrict the rights of people to marry and receive equal protection under the law," said the Rev. Gay Clark Jennings, President of the House of Deputies when the brief was filed. “It is long past time to end any kind of discrimination against God’s children in this country.”
We stand for equal protection that equally protects all Americans. We stand for an end to discrimination against the marriages of same-sex couples and for a Protect Marriage Movement that protects ALL marriages.. We stand with the Episcopal Church for marriage equality.
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April 21, 2015
The feedback I keep reading in the comments is heavy and it shows me how much this actually affects your daily lives. I am exhausted by the slow pace of change but I refuse to let this issue fade into the background while people wait for justice.
Reached 100 supporters
April 21, 2015
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this is the reason I now longer consider myself a Methodist....the clear statement that the Episcopal church makes about marriage equality and all other equalities is a very important position.
As a faithful Episcopalian, I pray that the Supreme Court will make a decision that leads to the freedom to marry for all Americans.
I've been working for this for 30 years. Never thought I'd see in my lifetime the changes we've seen in the last few years. Time to take it all the way!
I love knowing that we are breaking down the simplistic narrative of church v. gays. Our Church is on the side of love!
Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being? People I will, with God’s help.
Equal rights are human rights
I believe in equality for everyone
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The Episcopal Church has been firmly and unequivocally on record in support of civil marriage equality since July 2012 when its 77th General Convention adopted Resolution D018 entitled "End Discrimination Against Same-Sex Marriage."
On April 28, 2015 when the Supreme Court hears oral arguments on four marriage equality cases, the Episcopal Church will be standing with nearly 2000 clergy and faith leaders who signed the amicus brief which began with these words: "Brief for amici curiae President of the House of Deputies of the Episcopal Church and the Episcopal Bishops of Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Tennessee."
"No religion's belief or practice should be allowed to restrict the rights of people to marry and receive equal protection under the law," said the Rev. Gay Clark Jennings, President of the House of Deputies when the brief was filed. “It is long past time to end any kind of discrimination against God’s children in this country.”
We stand for equal protection that equally protects all Americans. We stand for an end to discrimination against the marriages of same-sex couples and for a Protect Marriage Movement that protects ALL marriages.. We stand with the Episcopal Church for marriage equality.
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Reached 500 supporters
April 23, 2015
April 21, 2015
The feedback I keep reading in the comments is heavy and it shows me how much this actually affects your daily lives. I am exhausted by the slow pace of change but I refuse to let this issue fade into the background while people wait for justice.
Reached 100 supporters
April 21, 2015
255 Comments
I believe in the inclusive love of Jesus Christ. Inclusive means EVERYBODY. All people should have the right to love and marry whomever they wish.
this is the reason I now longer consider myself a Methodist....the clear statement that the Episcopal church makes about marriage equality and all other equalities is a very important position.
As a faithful Episcopalian, I pray that the Supreme Court will make a decision that leads to the freedom to marry for all Americans.
I've been working for this for 30 years. Never thought I'd see in my lifetime the changes we've seen in the last few years. Time to take it all the way!
I love knowing that we are breaking down the simplistic narrative of church v. gays. Our Church is on the side of love!
Will you strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being? People I will, with God’s help.
Equal rights are human rights
I believe in equality for everyone
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I believe in the inclusive love of Jesus Christ. Inclusive means EVERYBODY. All people should have the right to love and marry whomever they wish.