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It depends on denominational policy. Catholicism does not allow same-sex marriages, but some Protestant denominations do. Others are debating this issue.
Please remember that while a church may allow same-sex marriage, civil marriage may not be legal in the state where it's located.
Some churches that do not permit same-sex marriage:
- Roman Catholic Church
- Orthodox Church
- Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons)
- Jehovah's Witnesses
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoAt the General Assembly that took place in 2009 at McMaster University-
session moved to not bother addressing the issue of homosexual marriage as it was a waste of time and energy- as the arguments were always strong and the results were always the same. After a close vote- the motion passed and the issue of "homosexual marriage" was ignored that year. Same-sex-marriage
is still banned in the Presbyterian Church in Canada.
For more information; check out 'The Presbyterian Record' website located in the related link.
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∙ 8y agoSome do but most don't.
These are some Christian denominations that currently accept same-sex marriage:
- Anglican Church of Canada
- Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
- Church of Denmark
- Church of Norway
- Church of Sweden
- Episcopal Church of the United States
- Evangelical Church in Berlin, Brandenburg and Silesian Upper Lusatia
- Evangelical Lutheran Church In America
- Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada
- Icelandic Church
- Metropolitan Community Church
- Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
- Protestant Church in Hesse and Nassau
- Protestant Church in the Netherlands
- Quakers
- Unitarian Universalists
- United Church of Christ
- United Church of Canada
- United Protestant Church in Belgium
- United Protestant Church of France
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∙ 9y agoMostly no, except that some Baptist churches in the UK do.
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∙ 9y agoYes. Pursuant to a vote held on June 19, 2014, clergy of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) can officate at same-sex marriages and such marriage ceremonies can be held in Presbyterian churches.
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∙ 11y agoNo. Following a pro-gay vote in the Anglican Church, a representative of the Assemblies of God made an announcement stating unequivocally that the Assemblies of God reject same-sex marriage.
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Do Mennonites permit same-sex marriage?
Some Mennonite churches do, but most do not.
What are some opinions of churches about same-sex marriage?
Some churches permit same-sex marriages to be conducted, but these are few. Some churches that allow gay clergy permit them to be in same-sex marriages. Some churches permit special blessing ceremonies for already married same-sex couples. Some churches permit gay people to join, but do not recognize their relationships. Some churches spend time, effort and money to influence legislatures to ban same-sex marriage. Some churches permit gay people to join, but attempt to convert them to heterosexuals and assist them in marrying members of the opposite sex. Some churches shun gays and lesbians, ban then from joining and expel them when they are discovered. There is even one church that devotes all of their ministry to traveling around the country and protesting against gays and same-sex marriage.
Does the Baptist Union of Great Britain permit same-sex marriage?
They have announced that it is up to each individual church whether to permit or prohibit same-sex marriages.
What are Christians views on same sex marriages?
Some churches teach that gays are equal and marriage equality is the right thing to do, but those are few. Some churches teach that gays are to be welcomed, but that their relationships are sinful. Some churches teach that gay people must remain celibate. Some churches teach that gays are sinful and must be converted to heterosexuals in order to save their souls. Some churches teach that gay people are evil and must be avoided at all costs. Some churches permit same-sex marriages to be conducted, but these are few. Some churches that allow gay clergy permit them to be in same-sex marriages. Some churches permit special blessing ceremonies for already married same-sex couples. Some churches permit gay people to join, but do not recognize their relationships. Some churches spend time, effort and money to influence legislatures to ban same-sex marriage. Some churches permit gay people to join, but attempt to convert them to heterosexuals and assist them in marrying members of the opposite sex. Some churches shun gays and lesbians, ban then from joining and expel them when they are discovered. There is even one church that devotes all of their ministry to traveling around the country and protesting against gays and same-sex marriage.
Does Pentecostalism permit same-sex marriage?
No it does not permit same sex marriage.
Does Nestorianism permit same-sex marriage?
No, Nestorianism does not permit same-sex marriage.
Does Presbyterianism permit same-sex marriage?
Yes. Clergy from the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A) are permitted to officiate at same-sex marriages and such marriages can be performed at Presbyterian churches.
Does the Mennonite Church in the Netherlands permit same-sex marriage?
Yes, this church does permit same-sex marriage.
Do the Metropolitan Community Churches permit same-sex marriage?
Yes. The MCC church was formed primarily to minister to gays and lesbians. They perform same-sex marriages where legal and commitment ceremonies elsewhere.
What are the perspectives of churches regarding same-sex relationships?
A true church will know that according to the Bible it is wrong. It's a sin that God destroyed a whole nation for. ---------- Some Protestant denominations permit same-sex marriage.
Does the church permit second marriages?
No a chruch will not premit second marriages because they think it will be a sin in God's eyes.Answer:Depending on the religion churches have different views on marriage, re-marriage, plural marriages and divorce:Most Christian churches recognize divorce (secular or church granted) and annulment and allow re-marriage of the partners. Some like the Roman Catholic church do not recognize divorce but have a process for annulment.Most Christian churches do not recognize plural marriages. Some sects however allow this. Plural marriages are present in some non-Christian churches.No church or religion bans re-marriage after the death of one of the partners.
Does Oriental Orthodoxy permit same-sex marriage?
No. This denomination does not permit same-sex couples to marry.
