Church of England to consider blessing services for same-sex couples

Same-sex marriages in Anglican churches are currently
banned in England and Wales but began this year in
Scotland.
The motion was passed by the diocesan synod and the
proposals will now go on to be discussed by the
church’s general synod.
The news has come after a motion was put forward
but the Diocese of Hereford which proposed the
introduction of services for couples after they have
formed a civil partnership or married in a secular
ceremony.
Bishop of Hereford, the Rt Revd Richard Frith, said the
motion was put forward after requests by same-sex
couples for a blessing from the church.
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He said: "Clergy are already encouraged to respond
pastorally and sensitively when approached.
"The motion, which is part of a much wider debate,
asks for guidance on materials to be used in affirming
and praying with same-sex couples."
The OneBodyOneFaith group, which campaigns for
LGBT integration with the church, expressed support
for the move.
A spokesman for the group said: "Support for such a
motion in a predominantly rural diocese like Hereford
reflects what many of our members and supporters
know to be true - that in communities across the
country, in all kinds of contexts, there is widespread
support for affirming same-sex couples, and being
alongside them as they experience the joy and
blessing of their relationships."
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However, the move has also received opposition.
Susie Leafe, director of the conservative evangelical
group Reform, said: "Marriage is a lifelong relationship
between a man and a woman.
“This has been, and still, is the understanding of the
vast majority of the worldwide church for two
millennia.
"To ask for a service of prayer and dedication for a
same-sex relationship represents a fundamental
departure from this teaching,"
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The Church of England is yet to set a date to discuss
the proposals.
In a statement, the Church of England said they were
unable to marry sam-sex couples.
They added “It is recognised, however, that there is a
real and profound disagreement in the Church of
England over questions relating to human sexuality”.

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