U.K: Methodists speak out in support of lesbian couple targeted by homophobic card on Christmas Eve

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A couple have spoken of their shock at receiving a homophobic card which was delivered to their family home on Christmas Eve.
Claire and her fiancé Sarah – not their real names – were horrified when they read the ‘creepy’ card which states: ‘Lesbian is disgusting and filth unnatural abnormal”
The card has been signed ‘Methodist Church’ and also includes the pre-printed message: “Blessings of the Season”.
The couple say they are completely bewildered at being targeted by the bizarre and ‘cowardly’ homophobic abuse.

Continue reading at: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.
uk/news/greater-manchester-news/disgusting-homophobic-card-sent-lesbian-15635713
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Update

Local Methodists have condemned the incident and say their desire is for a church which is fully inclusive.

Continue reading at: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.
uk/news/greater-manchester-news/methodists-speak-out-support-lesbian-15638041
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One response to “U.K: Methodists speak out in support of lesbian couple targeted by homophobic card on Christmas Eve

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