Australian Marriage Equality (AME) has called on all federal parliamentarians to hear the Christian case for marriage equality ahead of a vote in federal parliament, expected in the coming weeks.

The call comes as the Australian Christian Lobby (ACL) has continued to use alarmist language about the reform and plans a petition from some church leaders.

AME national convener, Alex Greenwich, said,

“The ACL only represents one Christian view on this reform, and it’s the minority view. A majority of Australian Christians support marriage equality because the reform strengthens relationships and families, and fosters values like commitment.”

Mr Greenwich said recent polling showed 53% of Christians support the reform (details here) including over 70 church leaders across various denominations. (A full list of supportive clergy and a copy of their letter sent to federal MPs can be found here).

“As the majority Christian voice in support of reform continues to grow, the ACL is turning to alarmism, fear, and misinformation to promote what many see is simply an anti-gay agenda”

Mr Greenwich said religious leaders have nothing to fear from marriage equality, as parliament has made it clear they will be protected from marrying same-sex couples.

“Through draft legislation, eminent legal opinions, and resolutions of parliament it has been made 100% clear that churches will not have to marry same-sex couples if they don’t wish to”.

For more information contact Alex Greenwich on 0421 316 335