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Lambeth Conference 2022: Anglican bishops asked to reaffirm Lambeth 1.10
An orthodox fellowship of Anglicans is asking bishops at the Lambeth Conference to reaffirm Lambeth 1.10 as the "official teaching of the Anglican Communion on marriage and sexuality".
Lambeth Conference ditches electronic voting
Lambeth Conference organisers have abandoned an electronic voting system for a series of 'Calls' on topical issues.
Pope Francis open to retiring if it's God's will
Speaking to journalists on a return flight from Canada, Pope Francis said he should slow down on his international travel and possibly consider retiring, but only if he discerns that it's God's will.
Welby meets conservative bishops over Lambeth 1.10
The Archbishop of Canterbury has reportedly offered to write a letter affirming Lambeth 1.10 as the official stance of the Anglican Communion on human sexuality.
Archbishop of York appeals for unity despite deep divisions
The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, has tried to bridge the deep divisions at the Lambeth Conference over sexual morality by calling on Anglican Communion bishops to show unity for the sake of evangelism.
Divisions over identity and sexuality will 'not be solved at this conference', says Welby
The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has told the Lambeth Conference of Anglican bishops that their disagreements over "human identity and sexuality" will "not be solved at this conference".
Global South bishops say, 'We most certainly cannot walk together'
It is not clear in what sense, if any, a Communion that does not share communion can be said to share such unity.
Archbishop of Canterbury to meet Global South bishops over Resolution 1.10
The Archbishop of Canterbury is to meet Global South bishops on Saturday after they announced they would be tabling their own resolution affirming Lambeth 1.10.
Bishops who deny the Gospel 'should be removed from their positions'
"These bishops that deny the gospel should be removed from their positions rather than be allowed to use their influence to bully faithful Anglicans out of the space that is rightfully theirs."
Reaffirmation of traditional stance on marriage and sexuality dropped from Lambeth Call
The organisers of the Lambeth Conference have dropped sections of a draft 'Call' that sought to uphold marriage as a union between a man and a woman, and reject homosexual practice as incompatible with Scripture.
Nicky Gumbel retires as vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton
Rev Nicky Gumbel and his wife Pippa have officially retired as leaders of Holy Trinity Brompton (HTB) Church in London.
'Revisions' to be made to Lambeth Call on Human Dignity
Changes are being made to a draft 'Call' at the Lambeth Conference that seeks to reaffirm a traditional interpretation of marriage and sexuality.
Pope Francis meets with Canada's Indigenous
While Pope Francis is expected to apologize for the mistreatment of Indigenous Canadians, his visit will also highlight familiar concerns that he shares with Indigenous cultures about care for the elderly and the environment.
Justin Welby has no plans to retire early
The Archbishop of Canterbury says he plans to stay in post until he reaches the retirement age of 70.
After scandals, new guidelines align Vatican investments with church teaching
After financial scandals, Vatican investments will be aimed at creating 'a more just and sustainable world.'
Church of England unveils strategy to help its rural churches thrive
Many provided cool sanctuaries during the recent record-breaking temperatures â but they have the potential to play a much more strategic community role.