Archbishop of Cyprus Described As Homophobic And Racist
Cyprus’ Archbishop Chrystostomos expressed his opinion about same-sex relationships at the Council of the Presidents of the Christian Orthodox Church held in Istanbul. He took a position against homosexuality by stating that governments demonstrated a „weakening of moral integrity“ by ensuring equal rights through civil partnership or equal marriage. A local NGO denounced his remarks „homophobic” and „racist”, not allowing for dialogue and respect for the archbishop's opinion.
Source: http://www.lgbt-ep.eu/press-releases/meps-condemn-homophobic-statements-by-the-archbishop-of-cyprus/