Gays are now determining church doctrine. While I don't agree with the Mormons, their "prophets" and elders should have as much freedom of speech and religion as anyone else. But now one of them is in trouble, because he's dared to call homosexuality what it is.
LDS leader Boyd K. Packer said that same sex relationships are unnatural and that gay sexual attraction can be overcome. The Human Rights Campaign has delivered a petition to the church calling for Packer to retract the statements. And it seems the church is caving in to the pressure. Spokesman Michael Otterson said in an official church statement that "belittling others for being different is wrong." Of course, we have to consider that this is the same church that sanctioned polygamy.
At any rate, Packer should have the right to voice his beliefs whether the gays like it or not. Be warned -- they may be coming after your pastor next.
"Mormon Church replies to petition." The Dallas Morning News; October 13, 2010; p. 7A.
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