Niagara moves ahead on same-sex blessings

Posted on November 8, 2008 
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Bishop Michael Bird, NiagaraAfter three Anglican churches left its ranks this year over what they saw as a growing departure from biblical doctrine, the Niagara diocese has taken a further step toward conducting ceremonies to bless same-sex couples who have already been civilly married.

The Diocese of Niagara announced yesterday it will discuss its bishop’s proposal to proceed with determining the ceremonial process to be used in the blessing of same-sex marriages. The discussion will be held tomorrow at its synod, or annual general meeting…

– Story from The Hamilton Spectator. (Photo: Diocese of Niagara.)