The Bible teaches us to love one another. But if you choose to love someone of a different race than your own, then don't plan on worshiping at a small Kentucky church.
The Gulnare Freewill Baptist Church in Pike County, Kentucky, has voted to ban interracial marriages and even some worship services for those couples.
Melvin Thompson submitted the proposal to the congregation, and doesn't think the change will affect the church.
"I do not believe in interracial marriages, and I do not believe this will give our church a black eye at all. It came before the church on Sunday and the vote was 9 in favor and 6 against," said Thompson.
The following is that proposal : "That the Gulnare Freewill Baptist Church does not condone interracial marriage. Parties of such marriages will not be received as members, nor will they they be used in worship services and other church functions, with the exception being funerals. All are welcome to our public worship services. This recommendation is not intended to judge the salvation of anyone, but is intended to promote greater unity among the church body and the community we serve."
Submitted to the church business committee November 9, 2011 for their consideration by Melvin Thompson, member, Gulnare Freewill Baptist Church.
What do you think about the church's decision to ban interracial couples from joining their congregation?
