In The Salt Lake Tribune’s latest “Mormon Land” podcast, Paul Mero and Stuart Reid explain their belief that the Utah-based church should stay out of politics and the so-called culture wars. Here are some excerpts.
, a former Army chaplain, state senator and public affairs representative for the church, says it’s misguided for the faith to tacitly endorse civil same-sex marriage when the practice is viewed doctrinally as an “abomination” to God., Mero and Reid explain their belief that the Utah-based church should stay out of politics and the so-called culture wars. Here are excerpts:
What was your initial reaction when you heard about the church’s support of the Respect for Marriage Act?• It certainly surprised me because it’s in total contradiction to church doctrine. You know, we oppose same-sex marriage for doctrinal reasons and you would think that any church would make any move that would support its doctrine.• Frankly, I was stunned, and I would have to say very, very saddened by it.
Some have argued this compromise was necessary to protect from having to allow same-sex marriages in chapels and temples. Was this ever a real danger? Paul Mero, left, and Stuart Reid. Both say their faith, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was wrong to endorse the Respect for Marriage Act.• No. This is a characteristic of fear-mongering in the culture war. And, frankly, both sides were suckered by it. … The whole idea that under the First Amendment, the court or anybody else would dictate to the church marriage in our temples or anything of that nature is just nonsense on its face.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
Bay Area reacts to bipartisan support for same-sex marriage 'Respect for Marriage Act' protectionsLandmark legislation to protect same-sex and interracial marriage rights is expected to be signed by President Biden after the House joined the Senate in passing the Respect for Marriage Act with bipartisan support.
Consulte Mais informação »
The Respect for Marriage Act Is Also a Victory for Same-Sex-Marriage OpponentsThe Respect for Marriage Act favors the rights of religious groups over those of gay couples—and, if Obergefell were to be overruled, it would create two classes of marriage.
Consulte Mais informação »
Respect for Marriage Act protecting same-sex marriages passes CongressThe House gave final approval to legislation protecting same-sex marriages and interracial marriages. The bipartisan legislation passed the House 258-169 with almost 40 Republican votes. The Senate passed the bill last week with 12 Republican votes.
Consulte Mais informação »
Respect for Marriage Act clears Congress with bipartisan supportThe bill would require that all states recognize same-sex and interracial marriages performed in any other state. The measure also would recognize these marriages for consideration of federal benefits such as Medicare and Social Security.
Consulte Mais informação »
DGA & IATSE Praise Congress For Passing Respect for Marriage ActThe DGA and IATSE are praising Congress for passing the Respect for Marriage Act, which ensures federal recognition of same-sex and interracial unions. The legislation, which was introduced in the …
Consulte Mais informação »
Respect for Marriage Act clears Congress with bipartisan supportBoth the House and the Senate have passed the Respect for Marriage Act, which codifies same-sex and interracial marriages. The bill will head to President Joe Biden's desk to be signed into law, which is expected to happen soon. | via NPR
Consulte Mais informação »