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Opinion: Why I support gay marriage in Washington
For an opposing view, click here. On Wednesday afternoon, Washington's House passed a same-sex marriage bill, 53-43. The state Senate has already passed it, and Gov. Chris Gregoire has promised to sign it. Opponents of the bill are promising to put the issue on the ballot this November. By. Rev. Mike Denton, Special to CNN It was a little more than 15 years ago when two friends of mine – I’ll call them Amy and Christine – asked me to officiate at their wedding. Actually, at the time, I’m not sure we called it a “wedding.” Fifteen years ago, gay and lesbian folks were still stepping gingerly around the words “wedding” or “marriage.” It didn’t feel safe and just didn’t seem to be worth the fight so words like “union service” or “commitment service” were used instead. Read the full opinion piece on CNN's In America![]() A same-sex marriage bill passed Washington's House and Senate. Rev. Kenneth Hutcherson doesn't approve. Opinion: Why I fight to uphold traditional marriage in Washington
For an opposing view, click here. On Wednesday afternoon, Washington's House passed a same-sex marriage bill, 53-43. The state Senate has already passed it, and Gov. Chris Gregoire has promised to sign it. Opponents of the bill are promising to put the issue on the ballot this November. By Rev. Kenneth Hutcherson, Special to CNN (CNN) – Why do I stand so strong in support of traditional marriage? Because I am a pastor of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I am a shepherd that is supposed to lead, feed and protect the flock. Anything the bible says is good for society, I stand on it and I will not compromise on it. What the bible says is good for society has always proven to be good. Anything the bible says is wrong for society has always proven to be wrong. There have never been any winners in a scenario where society went against what God said would be good. Read the full Opinion piece on CNN's In AmericaVirginia Beach preacher dies after giving sermonA 62-year-old preacher from Virginia died immediately after giving his final sermon on Sunday morning. WAVY reports. Belief Blog's Morning Speed Read for Thursday, February 9By Dan Merica, CNN Here's the Belief Blog’s morning rundown of the top faith-angle stories from around the United States and around the world. Click the headlines for the full stories. From the Blog: ![]() At the heart of the controversy is birth control and contraceptives. CNN: Contraception controvery ensnares military chaplains CNN: Retired New York Cardnal Egan retracts apology on Catholic priest sex abuse |
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