Restored Faith in Humanity of the Day: North Carolina Church Boycotts Marrying People Until Gays Can Marry

The Green Street United Methodist Church in North Carolina is refusing to perform any marriages until same-sex marriage is legally recognized by the state. The announcement comes in conflict with the official laws and doctrines of the United Methodist Church, which lists homosexuality as a practice that is "incompatible with Christian teaching." In the meantime, the church will be holding "relationship blessings" as an alternative to marriage ceremonies.