The Evangelical leader says traditional biblical views on women and slavery have changed and homosexuality is another issue that needs to be re-examined.
Steve Chalke is giving his blessing to practising gay couples as long as they're in a long-term relationship. The Evangelical leader says traditional biblical views on women and slavery have changed and homosexuality is another issue that needs to be re-examined. He's urging churches to help gay people feel more included. He tells Premier he's ready for the backlash.
Greg Downes is a theologian and the Principal at the Centre for Missional Leadership.
He tells Premier a lot of people will struggle with the views of Mr Chalke.
Steve Clifford is the General Director of the Evangelical Alliance.
He tells Premier he profoundly disagrees with the view of Mr Chalke.
And retired Church of England Bishop Richard Harries tells Premier what he things is the biblical response.
And tune in to Premier at 10pm this evening to hear more on this during a special programme called The Last Taboo? Homosexuality and the Church.
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