You Can't Take the Ohio Out of the Girl

katoleary:

abbyjean:

The Catholic Archdiocese of Washington said Wednesday that it will be unable to continue the social service programs it runs for the District if the city doesn’t change a proposed same-sex marriage law, a threat that could affect tens of thousands of people the church helps with adoption, homelessness and health care.

Under the bill, headed for a D.C. Council vote next month, religious organizations would not be required to perform or make space available for same-sex weddings. But they would have to obey city laws prohibiting discrimination against gay men and lesbians.

Fearful that they could be forced, among other things, to extend employee benefits to same-sex married couples, church officials said they would have no choice but to abandon their contracts with the city. (shakes)

When I was growing up, I believed Catholicism was about compassion for others.

Our wedding was perfect (because any perceived imperfection simply doesn’t bother you on your wedding day) and full of love and emotion.  It was amazing to have both of our families and friends together for the whole weekend.  I can’t wait to see the professional pictures, because the pictures from friends have been amazing.  The whole thing went by so quickly that I don’t remember much except telling myself to concentrate and not miss anything, and dancing, dancing, dancing.  And Matthew.  We never left eachother’s side after we were united on Saturday.