Poll: 54% of American Catholics support the freedom to marry
Posted on Mar 12, 2013 at 09:30 am
Quinnipiac University released the results of a new survey today that demonstrate increased support for the freedom to marry among a number of key demographics. Most notably, 54 percent of American Catholic voters surveyed said that they support marriage for same-sex couples.
Jennifer and Lexi promise their love in traditional Quaker wedding ceremony in MD
Posted on Jan 17, 2013 at 12:30 pm
In 2006, Jennifer and Lexi Chapin-Smith held a wedding ceremony in Maryland in the traditional Quaker tradition. Now, in 2013, they've had a legal ceremony, one that reaffirms their love and commitment for each other.
Washington National Cathedral will begin hosting weddings for same-sex couples
Posted on Jan 10, 2013 at 11:30 am
Yesterday, the Washington National Cathedral announced that it will soon begin hosting weddings for same-sex couples. The historic church is one of the first Episcopal congregations in the country to introduce marriage rites for LGBT individuals.
Faith leaders speak out in favor of the freedom to marry in Rhode Island
Posted on Jan 08, 2013 at 03:30 pm
This week, over 100 religious leaders in Rhode Island from 13 different faith denominations came together to speak out in favor of the freedom to marry in the state. The faith leaders said they would continue working to increase public support for ending the exclusion of same-sex couples from marriage.
12 photos of JaLissa and Janell beginning their journey together in Washington, D.C.
Posted on Dec 18, 2012 at 12:30 pm
Today, we're celebrating the anniversary of the freedom to marry passing in Washington, D.C. by sharing 12 beautiful wedding photos from one of the hundreds of loving same-sex couples who have married since the law took effect in March 2010 - JaLissa Coffee-Sterrett and Janell Sterrett.
People of faith continue advocating for the freedom to marry in ballot states
Posted on Oct 30, 2012 at 11:15 am
In the 2011-2012 election cycle, when four states have been gearing up for months for marriage-related ballot initiatives at the polls, we've seen more people of faith than ever speaking out in support of the freedom to marry. The past few weeks have brought out even more support for marriage among people of faith in Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, and Washington.
New TV ads in Washington highlight people of faith and religious liberty
Posted on Oct 02, 2012 at 04:30 pm
Yesterday, Washington United for Marriage, the coalition working to uphold the freedom to marry in Washington, released two new television advertisements that will begin airing across the state. Both of the ads discuss the role of religion in Washington residents' support for the freedom to marry.
Minnesota Pastor urges Baptists to oppose efforts to limit the freedom to marry
Posted on Aug 31, 2012 at 12:00 pm
Yesterday, Minnesotans United posted a video of Pastor Doug Donley from the University Baptist Church in Minneapolis. In the video, Pastor Donley shares his feelings on the amendment and discusses why, as a Baptist, he feels compelled to rally against discrimination.
Anglican bishop urges Church of England to support the freedom to marry
Posted on Aug 27, 2012 at 11:45 am
This week, Anglican Bishop Alan Wilson, who has served as the Bishop of Buckingham in the Diocese of Oxford for the Church of England since 2003, recorded a video as part of Out 4 Marriage, a British campaign that encourages prominent individuals to express their support for the freedom to marry.
Minnesotans United debuts video highlighting religious support for freedom to marry
Posted on Aug 06, 2012 at 10:38 am
"A priest, a minister, and a rabbi walk into a bar..." So begins the well-known joke that usually ends in an inappropriate punchline. But last week, Minnesotans United for All Families employed the humorous conceit for thier latest video, which urges Minnesota voters that banning the freedom to marry in the state's constitution is not compatible with religious ideals.