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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.
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How many same-sex couples have married in Spain?
From legalization on July 3, 2005 to December 31, 2012, a total of 27,357 same-sex marriages have been registered in Spain as follows:July 3, 2005 - December 31, 2005: 1,275 same-sex marriages;2006: 4,574 same-sex marriages;2007: 3,250 same-sex marriages;2008: 3,549 same-sex marriages;2009: 3,412 same-sex marriages;2010: 3,583 same-sex marriages;2011: 3,880 same-sex marriages; and,2012: 3,834 same-sex marriages.
What percent of Connecticut marriages are same-sex?
Less than 1% of marriages in Connecticut are same-sex marriages.
What percent of Vermont marriages are same-sex?
As of 2014, less than 1% of Vermont marriages are same-sex.
What percent of Massachusetts marriages are same-sex?
As of 2014, less than 1% of Massachusetts marriages are same-sex.
How many iowans are in same sex marriages?
As of 2017, less than 1% of Iowans are in same-sex marriages.
What is the current legal status of same-sex marriages in Massachusetts?
As of now, same-sex marriages are legal in Massachusetts.
How do same-sex marriages work?
In states and countries where same-sex marriages are legal, they work (or fail to work) exactly the same way opposite sex marriages do. They have the same legal requirements, and grant the same benefits and impose the same obligations.
Does the Catholic Church issue annulments for same-sex marriages?
No, because it does not sanctify same sex marriages. They can not be and therefore there is nothing to annul.
Does the state of New York recognize same-sex marriages legally performed in Washington DC?
Effective November 6, 2012, Washington state recognizes out-of-state same-sex marriages and civil unions as legal marriages.
Does the United States recognize same-sex marriages performed in Mexico?
No. Although the United States does generally recognize marriages performed in Mexico, the federal government does not currently recognize same-sex marriages regardless of where they were performed. However, individual states that have legalized same-sex marriage do recognize same-sex marriages performed in Mexico. Also, same-sex marriages performed in the United States are recognized by the Mexican government, including for immigration purposes.
Which Canadian province has registered the most same-sex marriages?
Ontario seems to be by far the Canadian province with the most same-sex marriages.
Which two states currently allow same-sex marriages?
As of now, the two states that allow same-sex marriages are Massachusetts and California.
