Is a Church Accepting Gay Clergy a Sign of Societal Progress? Let's Talk

Earlier this week, we published a story that re-introduced a growing conversation topic in America: churches accepting homosexuality. 

This subject has been brought up by religious authorities, activists, entertainers and even politicians in recent years, mainly because some believe it is contradictory for a Christian church to accept gay members while others believe it is discriminatory not to accept all.

accepts, not only gay members, but gay clergy. Pastor Patrick Shebeck, who is deeply involved in addressing social issues head-on, said he is happy to be part of church that accepts all.

In this case the level of acceptance for gay clergy is defined. They can be "in sexually active monogamous relationships."

What do you think of this? Is it a sign of progress and growth? Does it go against your core beliefs? A little of both?

I'm sure there are a wide range of opinions. Let's talk about it as a community.