LLF – The Decision Point?
Posted on July 8, 2024
Filed under Church of England, Culture wars
From Anglican Futures:
“Today at 2pm the General Synod of the Church of England will, once again, debate whether to accept the House of Bishops’ proposals for the introduction of standalone services of blessing for same-sex couples.
For those not able to follow the debate in person or on the livestream, this blog will be updated during the debate with information about amendments, votes and quotes from those called to speak.
The Bishop of Leicester has been very clear:
- once “prayers are commended it is hard to see a scenario where they will be uncommended”.
- delegated (extended) episcopal ministry will be offered to those who cannot accept the theological convictions of their diocesan bishop but “there will have to be some shift from an understanding that says, “We cannot simply agree to disagree.”
The Alliance and CEEC have been very clear that this position is unsustainable for them and are praying for a last minute intervention. …”
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