Category - Homosexuality

Williams under pressure as Christians condemn Ugandan anti-gay bill

staff writers — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:48:55 +0000

Opposition is growing to the “Anti-Homosexuality Bill” recently proposed in Uganda. An increasing number of Christians are condemning the Bill but the Archbishop of Canterbury is facing criticism for not speaking out on the issue.

Ugandan Anglicans continue to dither on anti-gay bill

staff writers — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:06:34 +0000

The Ugandan Anglican Church says that it has no "official position" on the Anti-Homosexuality Bill proposed in the country's Parliament. However, the Church's secretary has said that the death penalty clause should be removed.

Straight couple to attempt to register for civil partnership

staff writers — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:15:38 +0000

In the latest challenge to what many see as unfair marriage laws, a straight couple are attempting to register for a civil partnership. They say that a choice of marriage or civil partnership should be open to all couples, regardless of sexuality.

Anglicanism's Ugandan moment of truth

Colin Coward — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:58:57 +0000

The Anglican Communion must oppose legislation which dehumanises, fails to protect, and makes pastoral care impossible for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, says Colin Coward. This is a moment of truth.

Anti-gay bill tests core Christian witness

Savi Hensman — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:48:02 +0000

What Christians do, or fail to do, regarding the abusive new anti-homosexuality bill in Uganda will affect their ability to witness to a God who does not abandon the abused and exploited, says Savi Hensman.

Further opposition to 'appalling' Ugandan anti-homosexuality bill

staff writers — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:25:49 +0000

Diplomatics representatives from the US and France are the latest to condemn a recently tabled anti-gay Bill in Uganda, which calls for the death penalty for "aggravated homosexuality".

Don't let homophobia set the Anglican agenda, says bishop

staff writers — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 01:27:52 +0100

Retired Bishop Peter Selby, says anti-gay sentiment should not set the tone of Anglican debate and that the Archbishop of Canterbury should speak up for more than just holding church institutions together.

Williams' latest Anglican reflection produces mixed reactions

agency reporter — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 01:02:59 +0100

Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams' reflections on the Episcopal Church's General Convention in California, are already provoking controversy and a variety of reactions.

Quakers' conference begins discussion of same-sex partnerships

staff writers — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:10:00 +0100

Britain's Quakers formally began their discussions on same-sex partnerships at their Yearly Meeting yesterday. They are considering whether to carry out commitment ceremonies for same-sex couples on the same basis as heterosexual weddings.

Same-sex commitment controversy likely to dominate Quakers' conference

staff writers — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 04:46:40 +0100

Around 1,600 Quakers will gather in York tomorrow for their week-long annual conference. The event is likely to be dominated by a decision on whether to carry out same-sex commitment ceremonies on the same basis as heterosexual weddings.