MATT Glover, the Lilydale Baptist pastor who supports gay marriage, has been sacked at a secret church meeting to which he was not invited.

The Lilydale church office yesterday confirmed that Mr Glover was no longer senior pastor, but said the congregation had been instructed to remain silent.

Sacked: Father Matt Glover. Credit:Eddie Jim

The Age reported last week that the church was in turmoil over Mr Glover's support for same-sex marriage on a gay website two months ago.

Mr Glover, who has a young family, has worked with members of the gay and lesbian community for 15 years.