The Westboro Baptist Church and Their Ideologies Aganist Homosexuals

Have you ever thought something was unjust, but every one around you believed otherwise? For many years marriage was seen as a religious and legal contract between a man and a woman. However, in recent years the American population has accepted in increasing numbers the idea that homosexuality exists and is equal. Although the majority of states do not allow same-sex marriage, today there are fifteen states that allow homosexual couples the right to get married, and they also receive all the rights that a heterogeneous couple have. Even if states don’t have marriages, many states may have domestic partnerships or civil unions as alternatives. To those combating the injustice to homosexuals and those in favor of homosexual activities these civil unions and domestic partnerships aren’t enough. On the other hand, we see the stance that the Westboro Church has taken in their hatred of homosexuals. Although the majority of people are in support of gay marriage, including myself, I think it is important to understand the opposition. Therefore, I decided to write my final report on the Westboro Baptist Church and their ideologies against homosexuals, Jews, Catholics, and the military. The main focus will obviously be the church’s feelings against homosexuality because many of their rallies focus on that issue.

Who does the Westboro Baptist Church consist of? What do they believe? Well, In 1955 Fred Phelps created the Westboro Baptist Church (WBC) in Topeka, Kansas. The Westboro Baptist church follows the primitive Baptist tradition, which contains a very conservative ideology and practice. In the eyes of many people this congregation is considered extremist and labeled a cult because their idea of an injustice goes against popular beli...

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...many rallies at different synagogues and Jewish communities spelling out “God hates Jews,” “God hates Israel,” and “Jews killed Jesus.” They feel justified because they’re practicing their religious beliefs, which are protected under the free exercise clause as long as they are following city and federal laws.

In looking at the portrayal of the Westboro Baptist Church by the media, one would think they are radical extremist who are failures in getting their point across. I would consider the movement itself in trying to change policy and going against the majority as a failure, however, I believe the opposite when it comes to the use of the church’s tactics. I believe their tactics and methods of gaining attention are actually brilliant and effective. The Westboro Church knows how to be controversial and gain the media’s attention by using the right words to say.