Gay Couple Will Pastor Historic Baptist Church in Washington

By Lauren Markoe, Religion News Service
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Jan 9, 2017
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Calvary Baptist Church, a progressive Baptist landmark in the heart of downtown Washington, has named a gay couple as co-pastors.

Sally Sarratt and Maria Swearingen were presented to the congregation during worship services on Jan. 8 and will begin their new jobs on Feb. 26.

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