German pastor blessed the marriage of four men: public reaction.

Scandal over the blessing of a same-sex couple

The priest, who advocates progressive views, caused an uproar when he blessed four men in a joint marriage during a public wedding event. Lena Müller, 33, youth pastor of the Evangelical Church of Berlin-Brandenburg-Silesian Upper Lusatia (EKBO), described this union as 'marriage in the eyes of God'. The ceremony took place as part of a 'pop-up wedding festival'.

'This union is really important to us, and we strive to be together in everything,' the participants of the ceremony noted.

This incident once again raised questions about equality rights and the recognition of same-sex marriages in a society where there are still differing views. The reaction to the priest's blessing became indicative of various social groups and sparked lively discussion. Such events reflect a gradual change in attitudes toward the topic of sexual orientation and family values in the modern world.