Redefining marriage to include same-sex unions poses significant threats to the religious liberties of people who continue to believe that marriage is a …

This web document gives users a comprehensive overview of same-sex marriage, civil unions and domestic partnerships. The information includes up to date information as new legislation is passed as well as history on the topics.

May 19, 2018 · News about same-sex marriage, civil unions, and domestic partnerships. Commentary and archival information about same-sex marriage, civil unions, and domestic partnerships from The New York Times.

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Feb 08, 2018 · An attempt to clarify the cardinal’s comments has only created more confusion. On Saturday Cardinal Reinhard Marx gave an interview in which he appeared, at first glance, to endorse the idea of blessing same-sex unions in some cases, saying it should be down to the “pastor on the ground” and that general rules could not be applied.

Introduction. A growing movement today favors making those relationships commonly called same-sex unions the legal equivalent of marriage. This situation challenges Catholics—and all who seek the truth—to think deeply about the meaning of marriage, its purposes, and its value to individuals, families, and society.

Lesbian, gay, & bisexual topics All about gay marriages: (a.k.a. same-sex marriages & SSM), civil unions, & domestic partnerships).

Constitutional amendment bans same-sex marriage, civil unions, and any marriage-like contract between unmarried persons

This is a history of same-sex unions in cultures around the world. Various types of same-sex unions have existed, ranging from informal, unsanctioned, and temporary relationships to highly ritualized unions that have included marriage.

Thirty-seven states had legalized same-sex marriage prior to the Supreme Court ruling.