I have created some controversy with my public stand in support of marriage equity. I hope that this paper may clarify my views enabling both my supporters and detractors to come to a deeper understanding of the issues.

My primary concern is not one of marriage equity; this is simply the presenting issue. I want, however, to stress the importance of this matter in the terms of human dignity and justice.

The abiding concern is one of the relationships of people of faith with the secular state.