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When well over a million Spaniards marched in defense of marriage and family December 30, it seems they had good reason. Skyrocketing abortion rates, a new same-sex "marriage" law, and school indoctrination programs are all contributing to the growing outrage against Spain's socialist regime. Under President Jose Rodriguez Zapatero, the attacks against traditional marriage and family have become increasingly intense.
Unfortunately, a new investigation of clergyman Marcos Zapata means that demonstrators can add another grievance to their list--religious intolerance. In a seminar sponsored by the Evangelical Council of Aragon, Zapata delivered a speech titled, "How to Raise Heterosexual Children." Among other things, he urged fathers to "reinforce their sons' masculinity" and show them affection. "If you don't [hug your kids]," he warned, "perhaps another man will." When the agency of Equality and Welfare learned of the talk, it moved quickly to investigate "any type of proselytism or homophobic attitude" on Zapata's part. It is utterly ridiculous that this government agency would punish a minister for proselytizing. After all, isn't that the sole purpose of the pastorate? Zapata, who faces disciplinary action, says that while he believes the church should love and embrace homosexuals, there is an "environmental aspect" of the behavior that parents can and should influence. However, it's abundantly clear that the only influence socialist Spain cares to exert is its ability to unjustly censor and intimidate religious leaders.
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Spanish Clergyman Investigated for Encouraging Heterosexual Child Development [LifeSiteNews.com]
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