Group Stresses Value Of Love, Commitment In Same-Sex Marriage

DETROIT (WWJ) - A statewide coalition advocating equal right for all citizens visiting a midtown church.

The group Michigan for Marriage was invited by the First Unitarian Universalist Church to discuss the subject of gay marriage.

A panel discussing same-sex marriage spoke of keeping the values of love, responsibility and commitment in the forefront.

Kathe Stevens is a part of the congregation at the church and gave this advice. "Just look around and see who your neighbors are - see who in your family might inspire you to think differently," she said.

Gina Calcagno, campaign manager, Michigan for Marriage says dialogue on the subject is important.

"We are having those conversations because we know that conversations are helping move the issue forward," she said.

"We talked about how the laws have impacted families across Michigan," said Calcagno.