FAITHWIRE/ Tré Goins-Phillips-
Sunny Hostin, one of the co-hosts of “The View,” claimed Monday that — if Jesus were on earth right now — He would play a leading role in an LGBT Pride parade.
The Son of God, she alleged, would serve as the “grand marshal” of the event.
“I don’t know that they hide behind religion, because I said this on this show once before, Jesus would be the grand marshal at the Pride parade,” said Hostin, who describes herself as Catholic. “I really mean that.”
Hostin made the comment after fellow co-host Sara Haines — who referenced her Christian upbringing — seemingly argued those who take issue with homosexuality “weaponize religion.”
The audience did not seem receptive to Hostin or Haines’ comments.
“I don’t mean about gay people,” Haines said. “I mean in every argument … we weaponize religion.”
At that point, lead co-host Whoopi Goldberg interjected, arguing authentic Christians would recognize — and celebrate — all people as “made in God’s image,” regardless of their sexual orientation or identity. Continue reading…
