Article Added On: December 20, 2004 - over 7 years ago
Title: Pope slams gay marriage
Publication: www.uk.gay.com
Publication Date: January 01, 2004 - over 8 years ago
Faith Groups: Roman Catholic
Themes: same sex marriage/blessing

Abstract: Pope John Paul II delivered his sternest criticisms on the issue of same-sex marriage in his pre-Christmas messages, saying that gay people were plotting an 'agressive attempt to legally undermine the family.'

Monday 20 December, 2004

Pope John Paul II launched yet another tirade against same-sex marriage the other day saying that gay people were plotting an 'agressive attempt to legally undermine the family.'

The 84 year old delivered his sternest criticisms yet on the subject in his pre-Christmas messages he called on Roman Catholics the world over to increase their opposition to gay marriage.

He said: "Attacks on marriage and the family, from an ideological and legal aspect, are becoming stronger and more radical every day. Those who destroy this fundamental fabric cause a profound injury to society and provoke often irreparable damage."

He went on to pour scorn on artificial insemination, abortion and co-habiting couples, saying: "These things that are presented as civilised progress or scientific conquests, in many cases are in fact a defeat for the dignity of human life and for society."

In Canada and Spain, both countries were same-sex marriage is likely to be legalised, bishops are spearheading the attack to try and stop legislation going through.

The majority of Spamiards however, support their government's stance on the subject.

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