Theologian: Same-sex civil unions discriminate against married couples

Apr 24, 2013 - 04:31 am .- After a Vatican official stated that the Church could support same-sex civil unions, a Swiss theologian is saying that if they are equated with marriage these unions discriminate against married heterosexual couples.

Harvard debate stresses meaning, purpose of marriage

Feb 27, 2013 - 04:09 am .- At the heart of the national debate on same-sex unions is a fundamental disagreement on the nature of marriage, said a participant in a recent discussion at Harvard Law School.

Pentagon criticized for offering spousal benefits to gay couples

Feb 13, 2013 - 05:09 pm .- The Department of Defense has drawn criticism over new policies providing same-sex partners some of the benefits normally reserved to military spouses.

Bishops push for immigration reform without same-sex recognition

Feb 8, 2013 - 05:31 pm .- The U.S. bishops joined with a broad array of Christian leaders to stress the need for immigration reform, while reportedly voicing objections to a proposal that would recognize same-sex partners.