All Gay Marriage articles
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OpinionThe debate over same-sex marriage in the CofE should be over - but it isn’t
It might be the end of the Living in Love and Faith (LLF) process, but that doesn’t mean wranglings over sexuality and marriage have ended, says Rev Dr Ian Paul. Bishops have missed an important opportunity to end the divisive discussions and focus on more important issues, he says
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OpinionMullally could end the gay marriage debate by letting churches decide
To grasp the biggest issue facing the Church of England, the new Archbishop of Canterbury is going to need drive, determination and the resolve to do something radical, says Rev George Pitcher
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OpinionJustin Welby says he was “a bit thick” to oppose same-sex relationships. But I think he’s abandoned biblical teaching
Justin Welby has once again waded into the Church of England’s debate on same-sex relationships, now claiming his previous views were due to him being “a bit thick”. Rev Ian Paul says Welby has left the CofE more divided than ever
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Magazine FeaturesIs the gospel good news for gay people?
When Ashleigh Hull was a teenager, biblical teaching on marriage and sexuality seemed far from good to her. Here’s how she changed her mind
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News AnalysisExplained: CofE approves gay blessings for a three-year trial
General Synod has agreed to trial standalone services of blessing for gay couples, as well as concessions for parishes who do not wish to use them. Meanwhile, discussions continue around marriage for gay vicars. The margins are tiny, says Tim Wyatt, but both sides seem as far apart as ever. Is it only a matter of time before schism occurs?
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OpinionWhy sex outside marriage is a salvation issue
Christians can’t agree to disagree on sexual ethics, says John Stevens. There’s too much at stake
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News AnalysisThe CofE and same-sex blessings: What’s happening now
The debate over same-sex marriage and prayers of blessing continue in the Church of England. Tim Wyatt explains what’s being proposed at the upcoming General Synod and what it might mean for Anglicans
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OpinionAs a gay, celibate Christian, I am heartbroken by the CofE’s approval of same-sex blessings
For David Bennett, the Church of England’s change in position on same-sex relationships has deep and personal implications. He explains what yesterday’s ruling means for him
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News AnalysisExplained: What the Church of England has decided about gay relationships
Clergy in the Church of England will be able to host services of blessing and thanksgiving for couples on same-sex relationships, but not marry them. Here’s what that means
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OpinionThe forecast ahead of Synod is stormy. I pray we keep our eyes on Jesus
Writing ahead of General Synod next week, where bishops’ proposals on blessing same-sex couples will be debated, Bishop Jill Duff says she’s praying for courage in the midst of a threatening storm
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OpinionRev Richard Coles admits he broke church rules on sex. Why won't the CofE uphold its own doctrine?
Rev Richard Coles has revealed he broke CofE rules in order to have his same-sex relationship blessed in a church. John Stevens says Coles’ actions were in direct defiance of the vows he took as a priest
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News AnalysisWhat now for the Church of England and gay marriage?
After years of debate, the Church of England could be weeks away from changing its position on same-sex marriage. But will the outcome satisfy either side? Tim Wyatt looks ahead to what may happen
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OpinionAllowing same-sex marriage threatens to rob Christianity of its redemptive power
If Church of England bishops change course on same-sex relationships, they’ll be turning their back on Christ’s redemptive power, says Matthew Roberts
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OpinionMarriage is between a man and a woman – it’s as simple as that
But the Church would do well to consider blessing same-sex partnerships – the distinction is an important one, says Rev George Pitcher
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OpinionThis MP wants to disestablish the CofE over its teaching on gay marriage. But he’s misunderstood what’s at stake
Ben Bradshaw MP has called for the Church of England to change its treatment of gay people or face disestablishment. But his comments belie a misunderstanding of the Church’s current position, says Dr Ian Paul
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News AnalysisWill gay marriage split the Anglican Communion?
Tim Wyatt explains what happened at the much anticipated Lambeth Conference, why it matters, and what the future might hold
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Magazine FeaturesChristians are losing the culture war…but so is everyone else. What would Jesus do?
In everything from trans rights to the inclusion of gay people in our churches, people on both sides of the debate believe they’re losing the argument. Jamie Cutteridge explores why
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InterviewsMpho Tutu van Furth: Apartheid, my famous father and gay marriage
The daughter of the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu explains how her gay marriage led to a break with South Africa’s Anglican Church
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Magazine FeaturesLiving in Love and Faith: A critical assessment of the CofE's sexuality course
The Church of England has been encouraging its congregations to "grow together" on issues related to sexuality, identity, relationships and marriage. Nigel Griffiths has been taking part and helping to facilitate the church's Living in Love and Faith (LLF) course, and offers his reflections on what has - and hasn't - worked
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OpinionA new survey claims most Anglicans back gay marriage. But the truth is very different
The survey claims 55 per cent of Anglicans believe that same-sex marriage is right. But the findings are being contested
