Episcopal Congregation, Macy’s Declare Support for California Same-Sex Marriage Decision

An Episcopal church in California intends to perform same-sex marriage ceremonies beginning in mid-June, according to BlackChristianNews.com.

All Saints Episcopal Church in Pasadena, one of the largest congregations in the denomination, adopted the “Resolution on Marriage Equality” following the California Supreme Court’s decision to legalize gay marriage in that state.

The Episcopal Church as a whole supports GLBT rights, but has not made an official decision to bless same-sex unions beyond exercising restraint when authorizing them, according to the Web site.

Rev. Canon J. Edwin Bacon, Jr. of All Saints Church, after making the announcement to celebrate marriage ceremonies, said he believes blessing same-sex unions is compatible with Christian Scripture.

In other news related same-sex marriage in California, Macy’s department store has placed advertisements in the Los Angeles Times, the San Francisco Chronicle, and the New York Times declaring support and words of congratulation on the California Supreme Court’s decision, according to TheHuffingtonPost.com.

Macy’s is known for its commitment to equality, according to the Web site. The ads’ copy reads “First comes love. Then comes marriage. And now it’s a milestone every couple in California can celebrate.”

The California Supreme Court made its 4-3 ruling May 15.