Newark Valley church adopts stance to welcome gays, lesbians

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Newark Valley church adopts stance to welcome gays, lesbians
Pastor looks to provide sanctuary in rural setting

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By William Moyer
Press & Sun-Bulletin

NEWARK VALLEY -- The First Congregational United Church of Christ will make a bold move -- at least in the eyes of some national UCC officials -- to widen its ministry this Sunday when the small congregation officially declares itself to be "Open and Affirming" to gays, lesbians and bisexuals.