SF Archbishop Defends Catholic Church on Prop 8

Religious leader claims it's their responsibility to teach faith, beliefs

Updated 7:06 AM PST, Thu, Dec 4, 2008

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For the first time, the head of the San Francisco Archdiocese is defending the Catholic church's stand on Proposition 8.

In a statement posted on the church's Web site, Archbishop George Niederauer says:

"Religious leaders have the constitutional right to speak out on issues of public policy and Catholic bishops, specifically, also have a responsibility to teach the faith and our beliefs about marriage and family are part of this faith." 

The archbishop was a key player in bringing the Mormon church to help pass the gay marriage ban, according to leaders in the Mormon church.

First Published: Dec 4, 2008 6:53 AM PST

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