Disciples of Christ will hold its convention in Indianapolis despite religious ... - Washington Post
Indiana’s new law would prohibit the government from substantially burdening a person’s exercise of religion, unless it can demonstrate that the burden has a compelling governmental interest and is the least restrictive means of furthering the... Supporters say Indiana’s measure supports religious liberty while opponents fear it could open up grounds for people to decline services for same-sex weddings. ” The move reflects a larger push in the state and across the nation to use business to pressure state leaders on the issue. “As a Christian church, we are particularly sensitive to the values of the One we follow – one who sat at (the) table with people from all walks of life, and loved them all,” the letter states. Pence urged urged state lawmakers to pass legislation making it clear “that this law does not give businesses the right to deny services to anyone. “Amendments were signed into law by Governor Mike Pence on April 2 clarifying that the law cannot be used to open the door to discrimination,” the church said in a statement. Source: www.washingtonpost.com
