JC Pennys - Same Sex Couple in Ad for Father's Day

Posted by ChuhBaca on 2012-06-01:

I will shop there more because this bold statement!

One of the founding principals of this country is to escape religious persecution. Yet, religion is being used on a daily basis to deny an entire segment of the US population, the freedoms of others.

I think we should have a JC Penney day, where all of us reasonable people go into one of their stores and make a purchase.

Posted by KevinTX on 2012-06-01:

Well put ChuhBaca. People are way too sensitive. Everyone has their own beliefs whether it has to do with religion or not... it's your own opinion, to each his/her own right?

Posted by Churro on 2012-06-01:

"That's the way God intended it to be"

If that's true then how do you explain homosexuality? I figure if an omnipotent, omnipresent and omniscient deity so desired there would be no gays. Obviously, there are gays so eh ya know perhaps you're wrong in that statement or perhaps not. I'm certainly not brazen enough to make such a proclamation.

If *your* values are offended by JCP's actions then by all means don't shop there and spread the word to people who believe as *you* do. Good luck.

Posted by KevinTX on 2012-06-01:

BTW, the Green Lantern will be visiting JCPY's as their new SUPAH spokesperson.

Posted by littleshorty on 2012-06-01:

Good for JCPenny for this ad! Nowadays, there is no "traditional'' family anymore. It's rare to see a husband and wife and kids. Now there's single parents, step parents, gay couples, etc. As long as there's love in the family, than who cares how it's all put together.

Posted by BigAl on 2012-06-01:

Would not "staying neutral" mean that they would have different ads that depict different lifestyles. That would show that they are not for or against differing lifestyles.Your position is anything but neutral.You may be surprised how many Christians have a different view than yours on this subject. If to be a Christian one must practice bigotry count me out.

Posted by leet60 on 2012-06-01:

It could also be said that Christian Values include the tenet that one should not judge another - that is left to God. I always find it interesting how some people can pick and choose what they wish to believe. Remember, if you point your index finger at someone else in judgement, be careful to see the three you are pointing back at yourself.

Posted by KevinTX on 2012-06-01:

If same sex couples want to be together, and they're happy, why not let them. There is WAY too much OVER sensitivity these days when really, we should be looking at what make s person happy and let it be. Who really cares in the BIG PICTURE.

Posted by lexophiliac on 2012-06-01:

The Creator graciously entitled man with free will, the freedom to choose to serve Him or follow the flesh. As for you and your house Op, you have chosen to serve the Lord, and there's nothing wrong with that.

Posted by trmn8r on 2012-06-01:

I am Christian, and what I was taught was to respect differences in people. Done, end of story.

Posted by TLSmith on 2012-06-01:

Look up the definition of "Family" There are many

Posted by clutzycook on 2012-06-01:

You know what, OP? That's your prerogative. You know what else? What is shown in JCP's ads is their prerogative. Odds are your financial support won't be missed.

Posted by Quizzy on 2012-06-01:

"I am Christian, and what I was taught was to respect differences in people. Done, end of story.'

Where is your "Christian" respect for the poster's difference of opinion? Where is your respect for what God has to say on the subject of homosexuality?

Posted by RobinWilliams on 2012-06-01:

Good question, dearie. Today, families come in all shapes and sizes. There are large ones and small ones. White ones and pink ones. Some families have clowns for parents, some have architects or city planners.

Posted by madconsumer on 2012-06-01:

even in the animal kingdom, there are same sex relations, as well as some that change sex.

i for one believe love comes in all shapes and sizes, and is not one size fits all.

Posted by virginia_tide on 2012-06-01:

Good for JPL - I will also shop more at a store like that. And it's true that homosexuality is common in the animal kingdom, so the only thin unnatural is people getting worked up about something that is none of their business and not paying attention to actual problems like hunger, education, pollution, animal and people abuse, etc. Jesus loves everyone, you know.

Posted by robridingbike on 2012-06-01:

I am currently changing my religion because of comments like this one posted today. (Born) Catholic to something else because I am getting tired of people using religion to force their views down my throat!!! I worry about MY house n if it doesn't concern this address then I wont waste my time worrying about it...

Posted by Steve-n-NorCal on 2012-06-01:

Six people found this helpful?

Posted by Anna Molly on 2012-06-01:

Amazing, eh, Steve?

Posted by BigAl on 2012-06-01:

From Quizzy--Where is your "Christian" respect for the poster's difference of opinion? Where is your respect for what God has to say on the subject of homosexuality?---
I may be the odd man out but God hasn't told me anything about the subject of homosexuality.

Posted by jktshff1 on 2012-06-01:

Curious, what is helpful?

Posted by littleshorty on 2012-06-01:

11 helpful votes? Seriously?

Posted by trmn8r on 2012-06-01:

I found this helpful to remind me that society has clocks that run at different speeds relative to Earth time. I didn't vote it so, however.

Posted by trmn8r on 2012-06-01:

Turns out the ad features a real life couple and their children:
http://gawker.com/5914527/jcpenney-responds-to-homophobic-boycott-calls-with-gay-fathers-day-ad

JCP in all likelihood is doing this on purpose to stoke the flames they've been fanning with the Mother's Day ad and maybe others. Good for them. This is a two-parent family, which alone places it in rare form these days.

Posted by Anna Molly on 2012-06-01:

Thanks for the info, trmn8r..

Posted by Cwazychicken on 2012-06-02:

I am also a christian but open minded. I do not believe jesus would condemn someone on their sexuality. If he can forgive a murderer and a prostitute, i think he can forgive someone for wanting to love who they love. I respect gays, and i dont see how we should judge them.

That is just how i feel. While i do not agree with your opinion that gays should have no right to be in ads like this, i will try to respect it and not judge you on it....but does not mean i have to agree with it.

Posted by Wes C. on 2012-06-02:

The problem with your statement Cwazychicken is Jesus condemns the sin, not the sinner. His forgiveness for those sins comes with the expectation that you sin no more. You don't get forgiveness and free license to keep living in that sin. Seeking and accepting forgiveness means acknowledging your sin and renouncing it. And yes, Jesus would condemn, He said He came not to abolish the Law, but to fulfill it. Do you honestly believe He would contradict the Father? People use any justification and rationale to justify their sins, the truth is they don't want to do what it takes to give them up.

Posted by Go JCP! on 2012-06-02:

While the Christians put on their blinders and pretned their lifestyle is the only way, the rest of the world progresses and real life continues. There are many types of fmailies in this world, some have a mom and a dad, some only have 1 parent (mom or dad) and some have 2 moms or 2 dads. The only thing that matters is that the family has love in it.

Posted by Quizzy on 2012-06-02:

"One of the founding principals of this country is to escape religious persecution. Yet, religion is being used on a daily basis to deny an entire segment of the US population, the freedoms of others." - Yes, wannabe polygamists, bigamists, loli lovers, marriage within the immediate family, ) fathers/daughters, first cousins, sisters/brothers, mothers / sons - hey, they can't help who they fall in love with either, right? Equal rights for all, if it feels good do it, people desiring group marriage, bestiality, are ALL being denied the freedoms of others.

Posted by jktshff1 on 2012-06-02:

I've thought hard about this "marriage" issue. I believe that traditional marriage is a sacred act an vow between a man and woman and therein lies the problem. I have no problem at all with a civil union between two individuals that contains all rights and privileges as a marriage. However, I do think calling a joining of same gender adults marriage is somewhat disrespectful to a tradition that is based on religious principles. That IMHO is the issue with me. The meaning of the word marriage is being challenged, in my mind, and not the act.
Does this make sense?

Posted by tnchuck100 on 2012-06-02:

I agree, jkt. Same sex is NOT a "marriage". It is only a partnership. Nothing more. I do not think Mother's Day and Father's Day are appropriate considerations for these "partnerships". But that is just my opinion.

Posted by jktshff1 on 2012-06-02:

How about a "Parent's" day?

Posted by tnchuck100 on 2012-06-02:

jkt, nope, I don't buy into that either.

Posted by Steve-n-NorCal on 2012-06-02:

Best answer GOJCP !

Posted by trmn8r on 2012-06-02:

Well, I agree with everything GOJCP said, *except* not all Christians feel the same way. I know I don't.

Posted by jktshff1 on 2012-06-02:

GOJCP...great answer, but the Christians I know aren't against the lifestyle, but the attempt to change the definition of marriage.

Posted by Cwazychicken on 2012-06-02:

I understand we should not sin no more, but i also dont believe we need to condemn gays because of who they choose to love. I know some christians feel its wrong but some believe in not judging anyone! That is my point. We should not judge who one decides to love. If they have the lord in their heart and feel the love and passion for their partner as we do our husbands or wives, then what difference does it make?? Just my opinion. This is not the place to really talk about my religion. I am not going to preach on others to believe my faith.

However, case in point, i do not judge gays...they are human just like you and me and deserve the same respect!!!

Posted by Wes C on 2012-06-02:

It is not about condemning someone for whom they choose to love. It is for acting on those feelings. It is not a condemnation, it is a personal choice , blief, opinion, conviction, on choosing to obey the Lord and choosing not to abet or enable sin or give it a stamp of approval. An adulterer cannot be forgiven while still engaging in adulterous behavior for example. The Spirit cannot dwell in the heart of iniquity. If one is steeped in sin, the Lord is not in their heart. By your fallacious logic and ignorance of Scripture, one should not judge, condemn, or speak out against murder, or the murderer by whom he chooses to murder. They are humans too.

Posted by jktshff1 on 2012-06-02:

Wes, which one of the commandments condemns a relationship between the same sex?

Posted by Wes C on 2012-06-02:

Jesus did not address child-molestation either

Posted by madconsumer on 2012-06-03:

22 helpful votes and counting!!!

Posted by jktshff1 on 2012-06-03:

We are not discussing anything other than a same sex relationship. That statement is irrelevant.
My vote was not helpful.

Posted by trmn8r on 2012-06-03:

Yep, I voted it helpful myself, because I'm proud that JCP is standing up for a cause. I also happen to be a stockholder. There's two ways to look at "helpful".

Posted by jktshff1 on 2012-06-03:

+100 trmn well put

Posted by prince caesar on 2012-06-11:

I praise JCP for that they did. Im suck of everyone being to negative in a country that accepts EVERYONE, regardless of religion, sex, or race.....even sexual orientation. I think people need to open their eyes, and realize its not the 1600s anymore. Also, what about all the other parts of the bible that people dont follow? Like if a woman is raped she must marry her rapist? or if a husband dies, she must marry the husbands brother? People just pick and choose pieces of the bible that fit THEIR lifestyle.

Posted by Chris on 2013-05-03:

As you can see from your sales a gay as your spokes person was and is a bad choice. I see your new ads saying you were sorry for some but not this. JC Penney himself would be shocked.