The LDS Church re-emphasized Thursday night that its doctrine on marriage and family is based on respect and love, as 2,000-3,000 people protested for gay rights and recognition in downtown Salt Lake City.
“Of course, the church recognizes the right of groups to voice their opinion in the public square. However, those familiar with the church’s doctrine on the importance of marriage and family know it is based on principles of respect and love for all of God’s children,” the church’s statement said. “We have continually emphasized that there is no room in this discussion for hatred or mistreatment of anyone.”
Protesters gathered at City Creek Park and then crossed over to public sidewalks to form back-to-back lines around Temple Square in a silent protest.
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