Same sex couple ordained at Wilmington church [video]
Church leaders lay hands on Kaci and Holly Clark Porter during an ordination service Sunday afternoon in Wilmington. (Paul Parmelee/WHYY)
A large crowd attended the historic ordination of a lesbian couple at First & Central Presbyterian Church in Wilmington.
Holly and Kaci Clark-Porter were ordained during the service on Sunday afternoon. Holly will work as an evangelist within the New Castle Presbytery, while Kaci will be an associate pastor at First & Central.
“We have been waiting so long, and I can’t believe we’re doing this together,” said Holly Clark-Porter. “This is a momentous day for us and our families and queer Christians everywhere.”
“The church continues to take steps forward, and this is a big step for the church, and I hope that it will continue to offer support to the queer community, that the church might grow in leaps and bounds and in diversity,” said Kaci.
WHYY is your source for fact-based, in-depth journalism and information. As a nonprofit organization, we rely on financial support from readers like you. Please give today.
Delaware faces persistent health disparities, particularly for Black maternal health
Health disparities for Black maternity remain a challenge in Delaware. Advocates say the problem stems from systemic racism, implicit bias and injustice.
22 hours ago
Listen 1:32
Jasdomin Santana champions diversity in children's literature by incorporating Dominican culture into her storytelling.
4 days ago
Listen 1:18
White House forum showcases federal dollars working in Delaware
President Biden addressed the Delaware delegation at the beginning of the event in what White House personnel said was a surprise visit.
7 days ago
Listen 2:08