G26 — Richard Condie: What GAFCON Could Mean for the Australian Church

From The Pastor’s Heart at G26 –

“You don’t call a conference and 350 bishops from around the world come together unless they really want to see something happen.”

“Tasmanian bishop Richard Condie reflects on the implications of GAFCON 2026 for Anglicans in Australia.

Speaking with Dominic Steele in Abuja, Condie says the mood among global Anglican leaders is that the current structures of the communion are no longer working. He discusses:

• Why many leaders believe this is a moment for change

• The challenge of Australia’s constitutional ties to the Church of England

• The importance of defining fellowship around shared belief rather than structures Condie also previews his conference Bible talk from 1 John, urging Anglicans everywhere to ‘remain in Jesus’.”

– Watch here.

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Day2: GAFCON 2026 – How to Reorder a Communion? Bible First, Structures Second

“The future shape of the Global Anglican Communion is being debated this week in Abuja, Nigeria.

At the GAFCON conference, more than 400 bishops and global leaders are working through the logic of the proposal that could lead to a new Global Anglican Communion — a fellowship grounded in the authority of Scripture and historic Anglican doctrine.

On Day 2 of the conference, Dominic Steele speaks with key leaders including Vaughan Roberts (Oxford), Julian Dobbs (ACNA), and Richard Condie (Tasmania), along with presenters from Uganda, Brazil and Nigeria.

They discuss:

• The implications of the Church of England’s current trajectory

• The logic behind a reordered global communion

• The mission opportunity for global Anglicans

• What this could mean for churches in the UK, North America and Australia

This episode is part of The Pastor’s Heart special coverage of GAFCON 2026 in Abuja.”

– Watch here.

G26 — Julian Dobbs: Implementing the future for Global Anglicans

From Dominic Steele and The Pastor’s Heart at G26 in Abuja, Nigeria –

“Bishop Julian Dobbs, Acting Archbishop of the Anglican Church in North America, says GAFCON 2026 may mark a turning point for the global Anglican movement.

Speaking with Dominic Steele in Abuja, Dobbs describes the moment as one of renewed clarity around the gospel and the future structure of a global Anglican communion.

He discusses:

• Why the church must not add to or subtract from the gospel

• The potential formation of a new global Anglican structure

• The mission opportunity to reach unreached nations

• The current challenges within the Anglican Church in North America.

Dobbs says the ultimate goal is simple: faithful proclamation of Christ to the world.”

– Watch here.

G26 Day 1 — Do not be yoked together with unbelievers — Glenn Davies, Michael Stead, Andy Lines and Mwita Akiri

Latest update from The Pastor’s Heart at G26 in Abuja, Nigeria –

“The atmosphere was electric in the cathedral in Abuja, Nigeria as the the Word of God from 2 Corinthians rang out with unmistakable clarity: “Do not be yoked together with unbelievers… Come out from them and be separate… Let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates.”

The preacher was the Archbishop of Nigeria, Henry Ndukuba, and his message landed with force. Many of the Primates, Archbishops, Bishops, Clergy and Laity from across the Anglican world would have preached on that passage in the past, but the Holy Spirit pressed it home in a remarkable way.

In this episode of The Pastor’s Heart, Dominic Steele speaks with Glenn Davies — former Archbishop of Sydney and now Bishop of the GAFCON Authorised Diocese of the Southern Cross.

Together they reflect on the emotional and spiritual tone of the conference as it begins, the shift since the sober mood of GAFCON 2023 in Kigali, and the key questions now facing global Anglican leaders — including the future structure of the communion, the role of the Global South, and the difficult realities for churches seeking faithfulness while still legally tied to Canterbury.

• Bishop of South Sydney Michael Stead outlines the way the conference statement will be formed from the ground up.

• Presiding Bishop of the Anglican Network in Europe Andy Lines speaks on how the Church of England has failed to repent, despite the clarion call of the Gafcon23 conference.

• Mwita Akiri is former Bishop of Tarmi in Tanzania and co-ordinator of Gafcon for Tanzania.”

– Watch here.

Anglican Heroes: Hugh Latimer — Church Society podcast

From Church Society –

“James Cary talks about the life and faith of Anglican reformer Hugh Latimer, to Ros Clarke.”

Listen here.

Also at the Church Society link –

Hugh Latimer’s sermons.

James Cary’s documentary on Latimer.
(Image from the documentary, which is worth watching and sharing. 48 minutes..)

G26 — A failure to demonstrate true repentance — Bishop Andy Lines

From Dominic Steele and The Pastor’s Heart at G26 in Abuja, Nigers –

“The Church of England has failed to demonstrate true repentance again and again even after Gafcon and the Global South’s clarion call.

Bishop Andy Lines is Presiding Bishop of the Anglican Church of Europe.”

– Watch here.

More to come shortly – check here for the latest coverage from The Pastor’s Heart.

As Gafcon meets in Nigeria, the other Anglican communion reverses plans so Archbishop of Canterbury’s role is preserved

“As hundreds of Anglican bishops gather in Abuja, Nigeria to discuss the future shape of the Anglican Communion led by the vision of Gafcon, as the Global Anglican Communion, there’s been a change of plan from the rival establishment led from London. …”

– John Sandeman reports on the latest from what used to be known as the Anglican Communion.

Abuja 2026: A Turning Point for Global Anglicanism — The Pastors Heart

Here’s the first of Dominic Steele’s reports from Abuja in Nigeria –

“Dominic Steele reports from Abuja, Nigeria, as nearly 500 Anglican leaders gather for GAFCON 2026 in what many believe could prove a decisive moment in the reshaping of the Anglican Communion. Delegates have arrived from across Africa, the Americas, Europe, Asia and Australasia, despite significant travel disruption caused by the US–Iran conflict and Middle Eastern airspace closures. For many Australians, flights were cancelled only hours before departure.

This preview episode of The Pastor’s Heart sets out what is expected in the coming days: proposals for the structure and operation of a new Global Anglican Communion, distinct from Canterbury.
The story stretches back through the Jerusalem Declaration of 2008 and the strong Kigali statement of 2023, in which leaders representing the majority of the Communion expressed no confidence in the existing Instruments of Communion. This week, foundations for a renewed and confessionally orthodox global fellowship are anticipated to be agreed.

Steele outlines the program for the week, including plenary sessions, presentations and votes on doctrine, fellowship and leadership structures. Particular attention will be given to the biblical basis of communion, the failures of current Canterbury-centred mechanisms and how future alignment will be defined. Questions around governance, canonical relationships and financial partnerships are also expected to be addressed.

Over the next five days, The Pastor’s Heart will release daily 30-minute reports with interviews from primates and key leaders, alongside full-length conversations on YouTube. Coverage is brought in partnership with Anglican Aid. This episode provides essential background to what may become a defining chapter in modern Anglican history.”

– Be sure to watch here.

Please do uphold this key gathering in your prayers.

Some are still travelling, affected by global travel disruptions due to events surrounding Iran. Please pray for safety in travel.

The Opportunity of a New Reformation

“Right now, an opportunity for a new mission-shaped reformation lies before us  if we can rise to the challenge. While it is true that many Anglican church leaders in the West have turned from Scripture to follow the spirit of this age, the majority of the world’s Anglican leaders trust the gospel the missionaries first brought as the only true gospel, and want to continue in it. They know that this gospel, upon which our church was founded, is the only gospel that saves.

From these leaders the Gafcon movement has arisen …”

– Anglican Aid’s Canon Tim Swan writes about the challenges and opportunities of a Global Anglican Communion, with a focus on this month’s Abuja G26 conference. At SydneyAnglicans.net.

G26 Preparations at St Matthias House Abuja

Thanksgiving and prayer request from Gafcon:

“We thank God as the final physical preparations continue for the G26 Conference beginning this weekend. Within Abuja, plans are coming together to welcome bishops, clergy, and lay leaders gathering to seek the Lord’s wisdom for the future of our Anglican Communion.

We praise God for the excellent progress at St Matthias House, where significant renovations are helping provide an ideal setting for this historic gathering. We also give thanks for the warm and generous hospitality of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), whose faithful service is making this conference possible.

Pray for wisdom, strength, and unity for all involved in logistics, construction, transport, and hospitality, that every preparation may serve the gospel and enable fruitful fellowship.”

G26: A Kairos Moment for the Global Anglican Communion — the global Anglican Church re-ordered

From Bishop Paul Donison, Gafcon General Secretary –

“Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

We are delighted to share a new four-minute video calling the global Gafcon family to G26 in Abuja, Nigeria.

The Martyrs’ Day Statement from October last year was a prophetic moment announcing, ‘the future has arrived.’

And now is the moment to gather together under the Word of God, to prayerfully discern what the Lord’s future for us looks like as we reorder our beloved Communion.

G26 will not be merely a series of speeches, but a truly conciliar, confessional, and collaborative council — a global Anglican family seeking deeper unity in the truth of the gospel.

Please watch the video, share it widely in your churches, and join us in praying for humility, courage, and clarity.

And if you are able, please consider giving generously to support those who are financially unable to attend through the G26 Bursary Fund: www.gafcon.org/G26Bursary.

Please continue to pray for G26, for those preparing to gather, and for the Lord’s wisdom and courage as we seek to walk faithfully together.

Yours in Christ,

The Rt Revd Paul Donison
Gafcon General Secretary
Thursday, February 19, 2026.”

– Source: Gafcon.

The video would be helpful to share with your church / home groups etc. to explain what G26 is about, and to ask for prayer.

G26 Travel Arrangements

A Gafcon prayer request from a couple of days ago –

“Today we pray for the many complex travel arrangements being made for the G26 Conference in Abuja, Nigeria. With just weeks to go, hundreds of delegates are booking flights, applying for visas, arranging accommodation, and finalising countless logistical details. Pray for smooth itineraries, affordable fares, timely visa approvals, and protection in every stage of the journey.

We remember especially those travelling long distances from across Africa, South America, Asia, North America, Europe, and Australia. Pray that no financial, administrative, or unexpected obstacle would prevent those invited to attend from gathering with us.

May the Lord grant safety in transit, unity in purpose, and joy as we gather authentic Anglicans — guarding God’s gospel and generating missional resources for the glory of God.”

– The G26 Conference is planned for 3-6 March, in Abuja.

The Pastor’s Heart will be there:

“Can you please help fund our coverage of the first gathering of the GLOBAL ANGLICAN COMMUNION.

We’re planning a series of daily broadcasts from ABUJA NIGERIA for the first week in March, as the faithful bishops gather to move away from Apostasy, Colonialism and Canterbury to a faithfulness to Jesus Christ. We will be there with the full coverage.”

The Rights and Wrongs of Rights

“Dear Friends, Monday night was a tumultuous evening at the Cathedral and I thank God for the hundred or so who attended Evening Prayer, despite the thousands outside. I am thankful for those who attended to site security and those who ensured the PA was loud enough to hear the Bible readings and prayers, despite the cacophony.

I am sorry to those who could not find a way through the crowds but I am grateful to God we were all able to get away safely, even though only one exit remained passable with all other exits effectively blocked.

Sadly almost 1500 school students missed out on their co-curriculaar activities that afternoon, such as music lessons, or sports training, or drama classes. And I think the Red Cross Donor Centre lost upwards of 30 lifesaving blood donations as a result of people cancelling or being unable to walk in because of the protest. …”

– In the current Cathedral Newsletter, Dean of St. Andrew’s Cathedral Sandy Grant recognises other people’s freedom of speech and assembly but speaks out for all who have been told to “stay away”.

(Image from the Cathedral Newsletter.)

Prayers of blessing STILL commended in the Church of England

From Anglican Futures –

“Don’t believe everything you read in the papers.

The Church of England has not “abandoned proposals to deliver blessing ceremonies for same-sex couples in churches.” If only that were true.

What has happened is much more subtle and much more ‘English’. …”

– Read here.

Richard Johnson: The first chaplain of New South Wales

From Moore College’s Moore in the Word podcast –

“In this episode and in honour of Moore Theological College’s 170th anniversary, we bring you a special episode taken from the 2025 Donald Robinson Library lectures on the topic of ‘The Clapham Sect and their influence on Sydney’.

Mark Thompson, Principal of Moore Theological College, introduces us to Richard Johnson and the story of how he ended up becoming the first chaplain to the fledgling colony in New South Wales, laying the spiritual foundations of Christian witness. Drawing on personal letters and historical records, Mark traces Johnson’s courage, hardship and lasting legacy in shaping gospel ministry in early Australia.”

– Listen here – or on the Moore in the Word page.

If you would prefer watch, rather than just listen, you can watch all eight talks from the Library lectures at this playlist.

From Canterbury to Abuja – with Paul Donison and Jodie McNeill

From The Pastor’s Heart this week –

“We’re just three weeks away from what may prove to be one of the most significant gatherings of Anglican leaders in a generation — as bishops, clergy and lay representatives from across the world meet in Abuja to chart the future of global Anglicanism.

We preview the conference being led by Global Anglican Futures Conference (GAFCON), and explore how its proposed ‘reordering’ of the Anglican Communion compares with the approach of the Global South Fellowship of Anglicans.

With the centre of Anglican Christianity now firmly in the majority world, the conference in Abjua, Nigeria brings together a broad representative cross-section of the global church.

Our guests are Paul Donison, General Secretary of the GAFCON movement, and Gafcon Operations Manager Jodie McNeill, who is helping coordinate the gathering.”

– Watch or listen here.

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