The Church of England is torn over plans by the The Episcopal Church (TEC) in the United States to efface the terms “husband” and “wife” – as well as references to “procreation” – from its marriage liturgy. Gay and lesbian Episcopalians had complained that language in the current liturgy is offensive and exclusionary.
Episcopalians eliminate “husband” and “wife” from marriage vows
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