The work around is for the CHURCH not to do weddings.
The pastor, as a religious man, is now hired as an independent vendor. He serves at his own pleasure in accordance with his faith.
Exactly!
The local congregation can perform a “Rite of Matrimonial Celebration / Confirmation” as it regards the State affirmed marriage. Justice-of-the-Peace marriage and then, HIE THEE to the church!
Such a rite would not carry the imprimatur of the State but decidedly WILL carry God’s blessing.
XPian church should get out of the State directed and sanctioned “marriage business”...NOW!