Controversial, but powerful stuff. The general problem remains, however. The nature of the ministry than a priest is called to, in the way that Rowan articulates, is – to generalise hugely – a ministry that will become rarer and rarer …

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I’ve just answered an email to a friend about how as pastors we approach the changes that are happening in society around us. This is my response to him and I’m publishing it below to get your thoughts on my …

Affecting Society Read more »

My word, this is hilarious. We are writing to you as the Presiding Officers of the two Houses of The General Convention of The Episcopal Church. As your friends in Christ, we remain deeply grateful to you for your gracious …

Comedy Night – TEC’s Rearguard Action Read more »

Last week we saw the terrific debate in General Synod on the uniqueness of Christ which I live-blogged on. The motion that was eventually passed reads as follows: That this Synod warmly welcome Dr Martin Davie’s background paper ‘The witness …

The Uniqueness of Christ – Who Voted No? Read more »

Thought it would be interesting to analyse where the final reflections document differs from the fourth draft. This is text removed This is text added This is text moved Fourth Draft Final Document This section should have been titled “The …

The Final Lambeth Reflections Document Read more »

For a few weeks I’ve had a copy of the book to the right sat on my desk. it was sent to me as a review copy and I’ve been slowly going through it, a bit every day, time allowing. …

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