#7- Policy change?

I know that right now, the new church policy change is causing lots of debate both in the media, and in within the church. I don't really see this as a policy change; I think it was simply a clarification. Church doctrine never really changes. Throughout the scriptures, we read that the Lord is the same yesterday, today and forever. The world is so much different now, and church leaders address us according to our needs and struggles. Our world and language and priorities are different than they were in the 1830's. However, I don't consider this to be a policy change. The church has always been opposed to gay marriage. God's view of marriage will never change, and frankly, I think that this policy clarification is an improvement. I think that it's great the the church looks out for all of these children. I am understanding of those who have loved ones that have gone down wrong paths-my cousin is gay. I just think that it makes it easier for children to make their own decisions, and be prepared to live according to their decision. In my mission, we were not allowed to baptize children whose parents were not members unless they had gone to church at least 5 to 6 times by themselves. I used to wonder why, and now I understand so much better. It is just too hard for an 8 or 9 year old kid to be responsible for important covenants without any help from their family. Even though they have reached the age of accountability, they may not be prepared to live the gospel and be an active member by themselves. It's the same thing for these children; an 8-year-old kid has reached the age of accountability, but they might not be ready to understand all of the issues in their family and still live correct principles. They are not being denied the opportunity to be baptized, they are just given more time to decide for themselves if that's what they want in their life. Also, most gay people choose to fall far away from the church. Many of them are against the church, and many of them don't show a strong desire to have their kids baptized. I have faith in our church leaders who have been called by the Lord. I know that this is the right thing, and that they will continue to be inspired.