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Same-Sex Marriage
In 2004, Massachusetts became the first U.S. state to recognize marriage between gay couples. Today ten countries and six U.S. states legally recognize same-sex marriage, and many more states are debating constitutional amendments that would ban it. Mainline U.S. churches have embraced the politicized gay-marriage agenda, while evangelicals remain opposed to a redefinition of marriage.
Is The Gay Marriage Debate Over?
What the battle for traditional marriage means for Americans—and evangelicals.
July 24, 2009
Pick Your Shibboleths Wisely
Do we really want to be known as the generation who gave marriage over to the government?
October 1, 2004
More on Same-Sex Marriage
If the Supreme Court Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage, What Next?
How churches and pastors should respond.
March 27, 2013
Family Research Council Points to Southern Poverty Law Center in Sparking Shooter’s Reaction
The gunman was carrying 15 Chick-fil-A sandwiches when he was arrested.
August 17, 2012
Why Gay Marriage Is More Than a Legal Issue
The marriage debate shouldn't drive us to outrage or panic.
July 27, 2012
Can Cities Really Block Chick-fil-A?
Some attorneys say no as Billy Graham, Mike Huckabee, and others voiced support for the fast-food chain.
July 27, 2012
California's Gay Marriage Case Likely Headed to Supreme Court
Ruling paves way for High Court to review Proposition 8.
June 5, 2012
How Evangelicals Have Shifted in Public Opinion on Same-Sex Marriage
And what President Obama's announcement could mean politically and legally.
May 11, 2012
President's Evolution Is Over: Obama Commits to Supporting Same-Sex Marriage
Obama says support for same-sex marriage is consistent with his faith.
May 9, 2012
Q & A: Ron Paul on Leaving the Episcopal Church, and Whether to Legislate Abortion, Narcotics, & Same-Sex Marriage
The congressman who won the Values Voters Summit straw poll tells CT that he believes marriage is a sacrament but laws cannot change morality.
October 10, 2011
Chaplains Watch and Wait after DADT Ends
Some chaplains are more cautious than others as the military lifts the ban on gays and lesbians from serving openly.
September 22, 2011
Should the Marriage Battleground Shift to Religious Freedom?
After New York vote on same-sex marriage, conscience questions draw more emphasis.
July 1, 2011
Renewal Groups Strategize after the PC(USA) Drops Celibacy Clause for Gay Clergy
Churches discuss future paths since the votes came in for the Presbyterian Church(USA) to open the door to ordaining non-celibate homosexuals.
June 24, 2011
The Road to Gay Ordination in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
The denominational battle has been going on for decades. The historical record is much older.
May 12, 2011
Why Natural Law Arguments Make Evangelicals Uncomfortable
A recent paper highlights the differences between evangelical and Catholic defense of traditional marriage.
March 23, 2011
Exodus from 'Day of Truth'
Group says event "became more about policy than people."
October 15, 2010
Campaigning for the Manhattan Declaration
Life, marriage, and religious liberty are still top priorities.
October 1, 2010
Some Chaplains Plead, Don't Repeal Don't Ask Don't Tell
Military policy on gays and lesbians survives one more round.
September 22, 2010
What Is the Gospel Response to the Prop. 8 Decision?
Responses from Matthew Lee Anderson, Alan Chambers, Timothy George, Andreas Köstenberger, Dale Kuehne, Andrew Marin, Gerald McDermott, Scot McKnight, Jennifer Roback Morse, Jenell Williams Paris, Glenn Stanton, Sarah Sumner, and Mark Yarhouse.
August 9, 2010
Why the Proposition 8 Decision Matters
That Judge Walker's ruling is not a surprise does not make it any less of a landmark.
August 5, 2010
Obama Celebrates Gay Pride Month
This week's culture war flashpoints: Father's Day and Home Depot.
June 25, 2010
Same Sex, Different Marriage
Many of those who want marriage equality do not want fidelity.
May 10, 2010
Haitian Shockwaves
In a week full of political fights over same-sex marriage, groups pause to raise funds for Haiti relief efforts.
January 15, 2010
What Does the Manhattan Declaration Really Mean?
Also: advocacy groups gear up for the Christmas shopping season with politics and compassion.
November 24, 2009
Leaders Issue 'A Call of Christian Conscience'
Manhattan Declaration charges Christians to stick to their convictions.
November 20, 2009
Q+A: Carrie Prejean
The former Miss California contestant says that she is 'still standing,' and called a recent video of her 'the worst mistake of my life.'
November 10, 2009
After Election Day, the Vote Everyone Has Been Waiting For
Tuesday brought big news on same-sex unions and the election outcomes of conservative candidates, but all eyes are now on the health-care bill.
November 6, 2009
Health Care Cacophony
Plus: D.C. debates gay marriage, President Obama approves a new hate crimes law, and other issues advocacy groups were talking about this week.
October 30, 2009
The Litmus Test
Trustee ban on "advocacy of homosexual practice and same-sex marriage" stirs up Calvin faculty.
October 28, 2009
Dobson: 'It's Coming Apart'
Conservative groups focus on Kevin Jennings, Chai Feldblum, and gay-rights legislation.
October 23, 2009
How the ELCA Left the Great Tradition for Liberal Protestantism
There is no authoritative biblical or theological guidance in the church. There are only many voices.
September 2, 2009
ELCA Assembly: Was God in Either Whirlwind?
Tornado touches convention center as Lutherans approve sexuality statement by the exact margin it needed to pass.
August 20, 2009
Is The Gay Marriage Debate Over?
What the battle for traditional marriage means for Americans—and evangelicals.
July 24, 2009
What to Do about Unbiblical Unions
African churches seek a better response to polygamy than in years past as western churches address new same-sex marriages.
June 25, 2009
Pageant Preachers
Carrie Prejean isn't the only Christian contestant using the contest as a platform for her beliefs—or who has faced questions about compromising them.
June 17, 2009
Iowa Churches: We Need to Be Clear on Same-Sex Marriage
But pastors disagree whether last week's court decision should mean more activism on the issue.
April 14, 2009
Iowa Court Approves Gay Marriage, Vermont Passes Same-Sex Bill
Iowa becomes the first state in the Midwest and the fourth state in the country to allow same-sex marriages.
April 3, 2009
