Colombian president angers churches after saying Jesus had sex

Dear Readers,

The recent comments made by Colombian President Gustavo Petro regarding Jesus Christ's sexual activities have ignited a firestorm of controversy among churches in the deeply Christian country. In a speech last Tuesday, Petro suggested that Jesus had engaged in sex, possibly with Mary Magdalene, a disciple of his teachings.

This assertion has sparked anger and outrage within the Evangelical Confederation of Colombia, representing evangelical and Protestant churches, who accused the president of distorting historical, biblical, and theological truths. The Catholic Church's Episcopal Conference also chimed in, calling for respect, noninterference, and protection of people in their beliefs, urging politicians to refrain from making theological statements.

While Colombia is constitutionally secular, a vast majority identify as Catholic or Christian. Jesus is widely believed to have never married and lived a chaste life. These comments not only challenge these deeply held beliefs but also threaten to further divide an already polarized society.

Petro, who identifies as a nonpracticing Catholic and attended Catholic school, has expressed his admiration for liberation theology, a Christian thought focused on uplifting the poor and marginalized. It remains to be seen how this controversy will impact the political climate in Colombia moving forward.

Sincerely,

The Editorial Team

Edward Lance Arellano Lorilla

CEO / Co-Founder

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