"We are defending religion itself, it’s under siege."

"I believe there was a threat, but the question of how imminent is still one I want answered."

"The prejudice, confusion, and undue waste of time associated with such a circus would be significant."

"Fear has spread through our community, and we must restore peace."

Church leaders have devised a plan to divide into a “traditionalist Methodist” denomination that would maintain its ban on gay...