Massachusetts Bars Couple From Foster Care Over Christian Worldview
Massachusetts will not let a Catholic couple become foster parents because of their beliefs on LGBT issues.
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Massachusetts will not let a Catholic couple become foster parents because of their beliefs on LGBT issues.
"We are absolutely devastated that Massachusetts would rather children sleep in hospital hallways."
Mike and Kitty Burke were rejected based on their beliefs on gender and sexuality at a time of crisis in the Massachusetts foster system.
The Burkes, a Catholic couple from Southampton, say they were blocked from fostering over their religious views on gender and sexuality.
Kitty and Mike Burke are suing Massachusetts' Department of Children and Families after their application to foster a child was denied due to their religious beliefs surrounding LGBTQ issues.