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Same-Sex Blessing Ceremonies have been a focal point of ongoing debate within major Christian denominations, particularly in the Church of England and the global Anglican Communion.

While stand-alone liturgical blessing services for LGBT couples have been paused or abandoned at key governing assemblies, clergy in some provinces continue to offer prayers of dedication, thanksgiving, and blessing as part of regular services — known in Anglican practice as “Prayers of Love and Faith.”

JRL CHARTS’ coverage examines theological arguments, institutional decisions, and international responses across denominations and geographic regions.

This tag serves as a comprehensive archive for readers tracking how religious institutions navigate evolving LGBTQ inclusion, doctrinal interpretation, and pastoral practice.

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15 02, 2026

Church of England Abandons Same-Sex Blessing Ceremony Proposals After Years of Debate

By |2026-02-15T19:29:52-08:00February 15th, 2026|Categories: LGBT News, World LGBT News|Tags: , , , , , , |

By: Paul Goldberg, Senior Editor | JRL CHARTS – LGBTQ News International LONDON, ENGLAND — (February 15, 2026) — The Church of England has formally abandoned proposals to introduce stand-alone blessing ceremonies for same-sex couples, marking a significant moment in the denomination’s ongoing internal debate over marriage, theology, and LGBTQ inclusion. Related LGBT World News Coverage [...]

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