Category Archives: Current News

This new study is by a researcher who recently received a Ph.D in Economics from Harvard. It includes graphics showing where the Closet is still common and it raises the question of whether there are actually fewer gay men in … Continue reading →

In other words, he must promise to never officiate at a same-sex marriage again or he must defrock himself. For full story, see http://www.religionnews.com/2013/11/19. NC Methodist pastor Rev. Jimmy Creech was defrocked by the church ten years ago for standing … Continue reading →

This story appeared in the Burlington Times News on November 11th. FATHER OF GAY SON FACES CHURCH TRIAL Published November 10, 2013 Associated Press PHILADELPHIA – About 50 ministers gave their symbolic support to a colleague facing sanctions from the … Continue reading →

LABOR DEPT: Same-sex spouses have benefit rights, regardless of residence SAM HANANEL | Associated Press Wednesday, September 18, 2013 WASHINGTON — Legally married same-sex couples enjoy the same federal rights as other married couples when it comes to pensions, 401(k)s, … Continue reading →

By Bill Keller, Op Ed contributor, New York Times, April, 2013 See http://www.nytimes.com/2013/04/08/opinion/keller-about-the-children.html?pagewanted=all for full essay. “THE defenders of traditional marriage tell us the argument is, first and foremost, about the children. You might not know that from the buzz … Continue reading →

FROM PFLAG NATIONAL: Dear PFLAG Leaders: We’ve heard from members across the country wanting to know PFLAG National’s official stance on how best to support the Russian LGBT community, as there are currently a variety of opinions from a variety … Continue reading →

WASHINGTON — All same-sex couples who are legally married will be recognized as such for federal tax purposes, even if the state where they live does not recognize their union, the Treasury Department and the IRS said on August 29th. … Continue reading →

In July the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the ACLU of North Carolina Legal Foundation (ACLU-NCLF) announced plans to challenge North Carolina’s ban on marriage for same-sex couples by amending a federal lawsuit filed against the state last year … Continue reading →

Is the ‘new’ Exodus International a kinder, gentler ‘ex-gay’ ministry? BY Rev. Mel White, co-Founder of Soulforce and author of “Stranger at the Gate: To Be Gay and Christian in America June 25 2013 2:17 PM ET In the past … Continue reading →

YAHOO NEWS RECENTLY LISTED THESE INTERESTING FACTS: In addition to the Court decisions, here are the top five wins for the LGBT community last week. 1. Exodus International Shuts Its Doors for Good The largest “gay conversion” ministry ceased operations … Continue reading →