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NH gay bishop, partner joined in civil union
posted 12:23 pm Sun June 08, 2008 - CONCORD, N.H.
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The Episcopal Diocese of New Hampshire says the first openly gay Episcopal bishop and his partner have been united in a private civil union.The diocese has posted a notice on its Web site saying Bishop V. Gene Robinson was legally joined to Mark Andrew in a civil ceremony Saturday. They have been partners for 20 years.
Civil unions became legal in New Hampshire this year.
The diocese says a religious service of thanksgiving followed the civil ceremony which was attended by close friends and family.
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