Confusion as Maine bishop signals opposition to gay ‘marriage,’ but backs away from political fight
Image via Wikipedia PORTLAND, Maine , March 9, 2012 ( LifeSiteNews.com ) - Following the release of a pastoral letter some interpreted as backing away from Maine’s upcoming marriage fight, the office of Bishop Richard Malone of Portland has said that they plan to “promote the cause of defending marriage” regarding a ballot initiative this Fall. However, unlike in a similar 2009 battle, the diocese said it won’t take an active role in or contribute funds to the political effort to stop the redefinition of marriage . Homosexual activists last month gathered enough signatures to place a redefinition of marriage on the 2012 general election ballot. The question will first be put to the Republican-controlled Legislature and Republican governor, who are expected to reject it, bringing the question before Maine voters. Bishop Richard Malone Maine Today reports that gay rights advocates spent $5.8 million on the fight for marriage redefinition in 2009. Malone elicited conflicting headlines