Statements from Major USA Denominations on Marriage

Although most religious groups and denominations in the United States do not support same-sex marriage, there are increasing numbers of religious groups that are either fully supportive of same-sex marriage or are seriously debating whether or not to offer support for such marriages. In this section are the official statements from major USA denominations on marriage.

• The Unitarian Universalist Association
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  The Unitarian Universalist Association has a long-standing and deeply held commitment to support full equality for bisexual, gay, lesbian, and transgender people, going back 33 years to 1970. The Association, through action of its General Assembly and congregational actions, has advocated for nondiscrimination and hate crimes legislation; its ministers have performed ceremonies of union for same-sex couples; and in 1996 delegates to the UUA General Assembly voted overwhelmingly to call for the legalization of same-sex marriage.