In the Philippines, a Struggle to Reconcile Faith and Love

December 10, 2010

Author: Carlos Conde

Source: The New York Times

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/12/10/world/asia/10iht-phils.html?pagewanted=1&_r=1&ref=religion_and_belief

Surrounded by votive candles and flowers, the couple looked resplendent, both wearing Indian kurtas, holding a bouquet together, positively in love.

It was the wedding night, in the garden of a friend’s home in a Manila suburb, of Terence Krishna Lopez and Edwin Quinsayas, a gay couple.

“This is the happiest night, ever,” Mr. Lopez said, beaming as friends gathered around and congratulated the two men.