‘The ACNA Constitution — An Evangelical View’
“I am aware that there are several concerns articulated by various individuals concerning the Proposed Constitution and most particularly by Evangelicals concerning language about the Historic Episcopate being integral or inherent to the nature of the Church. We note it is not the fact of the Historic Episcopate that is the concern.
Anglican Evangelicals have always treasured the Historic Episcopate and delighted in it when it is exercised in faithfulness to the Gospel. I would like to suggest three reasons why, at this last minute, such concerns should not cause any of us to hesitate to support the constitution as it has emerged. …”
– Bishop John Rodgers writes to address concerns over the proposed Constitution of the Anglican Church in North America. (Photo: Trinity School for Ministry.)
ANiC Parishes v New Westminster – Day 5
Bishop Ingham began giving his evidence in the afternoon…
When asked to define “orthodoxy”, he said “I am greatly persuaded by Archbishop Rowan Williams” saying “he describes (it) as the conversation of the Church… broad and not narrow… and includes many streams of thought.”
– from the ANiC’s report on Monday’s day in court.
Perplexed about Apocalyptic?
The Simeon Trust’s workshop on preaching last month addressed the question of preaching on Apocalyptic literature. Participants included David Helm and Don Carson. Links to the audio and related resources have been posted by Justin Taylor.
What we believe
The message at the heart of Christianity is really quite simple…