Montreal: City's top Anglican stands behind gay unions

Canada's bishops urge two-year moratorium
The Gazette
Saturday, November 01

The head of Montreal's Anglican church plans to bless same-sex unions despite a suggested two-year moratorium following a meeting of Canada's Anglican bishops.

Rt. Rev. Barry Clarke, head of the Anglican Diocese of Montreal, which includes 72 parishes and 110 congregations, said last night he will meet with diocese officials to develop "a protocol and a liturgy implementing the blessing of same-sex unions."

The bishop said he will be respectful of the range of positions in his diocese regarding unions, including "those who disagree with it." the rest