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religion11 days ago•5 min saved

Church of England halts standalone same-sex blessing plans, keeps discussion open

The Church of England’s General Synod formally abandoned proposals to introduce standalone blessings for same-sex couples in churches, citing theological and legal barriers, while directing the issue to a continuing working group; blessings within ordinary services remain allowed, and leaders apologized for the hurt caused, as some liberal members warn they may disengage from the Church amid the ongoing controversy.

via BBC|

#anglicanism #church-of-england #general-synod

religion27 days ago•6 min saved

Archbishop of York avoids disciplinary action in abuse case

A Church of England tribunals president ruled that Archbishop Stephen Cottrell had no power to remove or suspend priest David Tudor despite decades of safeguarding concerns; Tudor was later banned from ministry, and victims say the decision signals insufficient accountability within church leadership.

via BBC|

#abuse #church-of-england #disciplinary-hearing

religion2 months ago•2 min saved

New Archbishop urged to cancel £100m slavery reparations plan

The incoming Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally, is urged by Conservative MPs and peers to halt a £100m fund aimed at addressing the Church of England's historical links to slavery, with critics arguing the funds should be used for core church activities rather than controversial projects. The fund was announced following a report revealing the Church's historical investments in slavery, and the Church emphasizes its commitment to justice and transparency in managing the fund.

via BBC|

#archbishop-of-canterbury #church-commissioners #church-of-england

religion2 months ago•11 min saved

Challenges Facing the Next Archbishop of Canterbury in 2026

The article discusses the upcoming challenges for the new Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally, including ongoing debates over same-sex blessings, divisions within the Anglican Communion, and the church's efforts to rebuild trust after abuse scandals, highlighting a period of turbulence and potential change for the Church of England.

via BBC|

#anglican-communion #church-of-england #church-scandals

religion4 months ago•4 min saved

First Female Archbishop of Canterbury Faces Mixed Reactions and Challenges

The appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the first woman archbishop of Canterbury marks a significant step for gender equality in the Church of England, but ongoing structural discrimination and opposition from conservatives mean she cannot preside over communion in hundreds of churches, highlighting persistent misogyny within the church's hierarchy.

via The Conversation|

#archbishop-of-canterbury #church-of-england #gender-equality

religion4 months ago•4 min saved

New Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullally Promises Change and Continuity

The article criticizes the appointment of Sarah Mullally as the new Archbishop of Canterbury, viewing it as a continuation of the Church of England's decline due to theological revisionism and cultural capitulation, and questions her ability to address the church's spiritual and doctrinal issues. Despite challenges, the author emphasizes that Christ is still building His church through faithful believers and ministries outside the church hierarchy.

via The Gospel Coalition|

#anglicanism #archbishop-of-canterbury #church-of-england

world4 months ago•1 min saved

Sarah Mullally's Historic Appointment as First Woman Archbishop of Canterbury

Sarah Mullally, the first woman to become Archbishop of Canterbury and a former nurse, is expected to bring a pastoral and caring approach to her role, influenced by her experience treating terminally ill patients and her stance on ethical issues like assisted dying.

via The New York Times|

#archbishop-of-canterbury #church-of-england #nursing-background

religion4 months ago•0 min saved

Sarah Mullally Named First Female Archbishop of Canterbury

Sarah Mullally has been appointed as the first woman archbishop of Canterbury, marking a historic milestone in the nearly 500-year history of the Church of England.

via The Washington Post|

#canterbury #church-of-england #first-woman-archbishop

religion4 months ago•12 min saved

Sarah Mullally Makes History as First Female Archbishop of Canterbury

Dame Sarah Mullally has been appointed as the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury in nearly 500 years, addressing global issues, church reforms, and social challenges in her inaugural speech, while receiving support from leaders and acknowledging the church's ongoing struggles with safeguarding and internal disagreements.

via BBC|

#archbishop-of-canterbury #church-of-england #first-woman

world4 months ago•2 min saved

Sarah Mullally Becomes First Woman Archbishop of Canterbury in Church of England History

Sarah Mullally has been appointed as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury in the history of the Church of England, marking a historic milestone. She will be installed in 2026 and is recognized for her leadership and service, coming from a background as a nurse and bishop of London. Her appointment follows a period of reflection and change within the church, emphasizing kindness, healing, and social responsibility.

via NBC News|

#archbishop-of-canterbury #church-of-england #first-female-archbishop

world4 months ago•1 min saved

Sarah Mullally Becomes First Female Archbishop of Canterbury

Sarah Mullally, the bishop of London and a vocal supporter of women's rights, has been appointed as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the spiritual leader of 85 million Anglicans worldwide and succeeding Justin Welby.

via The New York Times|

#archbishop-of-canterbury #church-of-england #first-female-leader

world4 months ago•1 min saved

Sarah Mullally Becomes First Female Archbishop of Canterbury

Sarah Mullally has been appointed as the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury, making her the leader of the 85 million Anglicans worldwide. She is a former nurse and Bishop of London, and her appointment was approved by King Charles III. Mullally's leadership comes at a time of division within the Anglican Church over issues like gender and LGBTQ rights, as well as ongoing sexual abuse scandals.

via NPR|

#archbishop-of-canterbury #church-of-england #first-woman

religion4 months ago•4 min saved

Sarah Mullally Becomes First Female Archbishop of Canterbury in Historic Milestone

Sarah Mullally has been appointed as the first woman Archbishop of Canterbury, leading the Church of England amidst challenges like declining attendance and safeguarding scandals, with a focus on modernizing the church and fostering safety and inclusion.

via CNN|

#archbishop-of-canterbury #church-of-england #first-woman

world8 months ago•12 min saved

Preacher's Rejection Leads to Stalking at Leicester Church

Jay Hulme, a gay and trans volunteer at St Nicholas Church in Leicester, was subjected to stalking and harassment by Venessa Pinto after rejecting her romantic advances, leading to a lengthy campaign of online abuse, police inaction, and institutional failures within the Church of England, which ultimately resulted in Venessa's conviction for stalking and harassment.

via BBC|

#church #church-of-england #harassment

religion1 year ago•4 min saved

Church of England Faces Leadership Change Amid Scandals and Challenges

The Church of England faces a critical juncture following the resignation of Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, amid ongoing issues of trust and safeguarding failures. Welby's tenure was marked by efforts to unify diverse factions within the Church, but his handling of abuse cases and the Church's stance on social issues like same-sex unions have drawn criticism. As the Church grapples with declining membership and internal divisions, there is debate over whether the next leader should be more of a theologian or a skilled political operator.

via BBC.com|

#abuse-scandal #church-of-england #justin-welby