CofE Canon 'would bless gay marriages'

THE Vicar of Bolton says he is prepared to bless gay "marriage" at the Parish Church - even though it is against Church of England policy.

Canon Michael Williams spoke out yesterday as a torchlit protest was being organised in London by Christian groups against new laws banning discrimination against gay people.

Canon Williams said he not only supported the legislation, but also felt there was a place for gay people in the Church.
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"At the moment the advice of the Church is not to go ahead with blessings of gay civil partnerships," he said.

"Although I have not yet been approached by anybody to give a blessing, I would certainly be willing to do so - and I think a number of my colleagues would." Read more