Queerly Beloved

After the California Supreme Court overturned Proposition 22 in June, pro-family policy experts forewarned dramatic changes for marriages and weddings in California and across the nation. Not only would homosexuals be allowed to redefine marriage, every aspect of this timeless relationship would be altered. Attending weddings in the future will be a very different experience.

We now have concrete evidence of just how radical the post-Proposition 22 era will be. “Brides” and "Grooms" are no longer allowed to marry in the State of California, that privilege is only extended to individuals who allow themselves to be called “Party A” and “Party B” on marriage licenses.

According to Pacific Justice Institute, a young couple's marriage license was denied by the Placer County Clerk/Recorder because it failed to comply with California State registration laws. Their offense? Writing "bride and groom" next to the license's "Party A and Party B." Writing the gender-specific terms was an "unacceptable alteration" to the new ambiguous marriage licenses.

What's next? Will the State of California force ministers to use the terms "Party A" and "Party B" in the ceremony itself?

Voters must change the state constitution by passing the Marriage Amendment (Proposition 8) in November if they wish to preserve the traditional meaning of marriage. Unless Proposition 8 is passed, heterosexual couples will be forced to wed out of the state if they wish to be officially identified as bride and groom or husband and wife. This is a major slap in the face for traditional marriage.

To make sure every young couple is able to honor their covenant relationship, join the Yes on Proposition 8 campaign!