Monthly Archives: July 2016

COMMUNICATIONS / 19 JULY 2016 Bishop of London announces retirement in 2017 The Bishop has written to clergy and parishes across the Diocese of London to share the timetable for his retirement, with his last public engagement as Bishop of … Continue reading →

Having just returned from General Synod and the final round of Shared Conversations, I’m left with mixed emotions. I should think some of that has to do with being rather tired still. Although you’… Source: Shared thoughts from the Shared … Continue reading →

Canadian Primate acknowledges “deep divisions” over same-sex marriage Posted on: July 18, 2016 3:02 PM Archbishop Fred Hiltz, Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada Photo Credit: Anglican Church of Canada [ACNS, by Gavin Drake]The Archbishop and Primate of the … Continue reading →

The agony and ecstasy of Saint Theresa, the vicar’s daughter Giles Fraser Our new prime minister may soon find herself facing the same problems as her saintly namesake Theresa May arrives at 10 Downing Street. Photograph: Paul Hackett/Reuters Thursday 14 … Continue reading →

Synod members thanked for staying on to talk about their differences by Madeleine Davies – CHURCH TIMES – Posted: 12 Jul 2016 @ 06:28 SAM ATKINS It’s good to talk: Members of Synod chat outside the chamber, on Friday, before the beginning … Continue reading →

“FORBEARING ONE ANOTHER IN LOVE” Archbishop Fred Hiltz, Primate July 14, 2016 In light of decisions made at General Synod 2016 concerning the solemnizing of same-sex marriage, I pray our Church can and will take to heart Paul’s plea with … Continue reading →

Statement After General Synod Vote on the Marriage Canon POSTED JULY 11, 201 STATEMENT BY THE BISHOP OF NIAGARA The General Synod of the Anglican Church of Canada has narrowly voted against a change in the marriage canon that would have … Continue reading →

Statement on the vote count on Marriage Canon Resolution (A-051-R2) The following is a written statement by The Ven. Dr. Michael Thompson, General Secretary of the Anglican Church of Canada. The events leading to the passage, at first reading, of a motion to … Continue reading →

Wednesday, 13 July 2016LGBTI Mission responds to shared conversations This press release was issued yesterday by LGBTI Mission: LGBTI Mission calls on Church of England to move forward following completion of Shared Conversations The LGBTI Mission rejoices that almost all … Continue reading →

Statement following conclusion of Shared Conversations Process 12 July 2016 Over the last 2 days members of General Synod have met in an informal setting in which they have listened and been heard as they have reflected together on scripture … Continue reading →