Irish Bishop to enter into civil partnership with boyfriend
By Scott Hart
Feb 1, 2010 - 3:32:59 PM
Bishop Buckley
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Bishop Pat Buckley is to enter a civil partnership with thirty-two-year old chef Eduardo Yango during the week.
Talking to Ireland's Sunday Tribune the Bishop said:
"There is no conflict between my love for Eduardo and my faith. Both are equally important to me.
“I’ve been battling against the Catholic church as an institution for 25 years. I’m old and wise enough not to lose sleep worrying over what the hierarchy thinks."
“The Iris Robinson story shows that too many people in the North pretend to be something they are not and lead hidden lives. If what Eduardo and I are doing moves the North a little bit further towards respecting tolerance and diversity, it will be a step in the right direction.”
For more information about Bishop Buckley view:
www.bishoppatbuckley.co.uk
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