Rev. Agtarap supports Referendum 74

As part of our Faith Week, Washington United is highlighting people of faith and faith leaders throughout the state who are speaking out in support of Referendum 74 and extending marriage to all loving and committed couples. Today’s post comes from Rev. Shalom Agtarap, the Pastor of Ellensburg United Methodist Church. Click here to read more about faith week.

 

Incompatible with Christian teaching. Threat to traditional marriage. Unworthy of equal rights and benefits.

These phrases are often used to argue against marriage equality. In my formal work and life as a follower of Jesus, however, I can’t find a place in Scripture where Jesus denigrates those who commit themselves to love of God and neighbor; the only principles that really matter. I am a minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ and I support marriage equality. Approve Referendum 74!

Rev. Shalom Agtarap,
Pastor Ellensburg United Methodist Church