A week ago, the Church of Ireland found itself again considering the same decision—amid heated debates and disparaging pressure—to accept legislation that would recognize same-sex marriage of members both within and without the Church.

Accordingly, the proposal sought to acknowledge "...the injury felt by members of the Church who enter into loving, committed and legally-recognized, same-sex relationships"

The General Synod meets annually and the proposal, drafted by Leo Kilroy, was met with a ratio of 176 against to 146 in support. Kilroy, disappointed by the outcome, directs to the perspective that "...many lesbian and gay people continue to feel gravely hurt by the Church."

According to Kilroy, the measure was not intended to change the Church's definition of marriage, but to welcome and "celebrate" gays in their different times of lives. "This motion is not asking for marriage in the Church," he adds, referencing the provision of Canon 31, " I understand that many of you hold the Church's definition of marriage dearly."

The Belfast Pride Festival hosts thousands of LGBT members each year, so it would seem a given fact that the collective decision has left many dissatisfied. In fact, some are even describing it an ideological "civil war" between northern and southern Ireland.

The clergy who voted against the measure, however, apparently feel as strong in their stance as Kilroy. They have openly expressed an unswerving devotion to the institution of Biblical marriage and to the people committed to Christian obedience...

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