Helmut Schmidt said politicians who have visions should see a doctor; maybe that should apply to bishops
Read moreBut some of those survivors say the report by barrister Fiona Scolding KC, commissioned by trustees of Soul Survivor, leaves unanswered questions, particularly on the full nature and extent of the failings of the Church of England.
Mr Pilavachi was widely regarded as one of the country's most influential charismatic preachers.
As recently as 2020, the office of the Archbishop of Canterbury recognised him with an award for his work.
Read moreThe advertisement describes the role as "an exciting opportunity to lead the Diocese of London's priority of a more racially-just Church and we are looking for a collaborative leader who has vision to see change, tenacity to deliver and the confidence to challenge and inspire."
Read moreThe Church of England would appear to be a very British democracy. Yesterday the House of Bishops held an emergency meeting because there was a fear that their 'system' was breaking down because it had been infiltrated by barbarians.
Read moreYou can see his video story here:
https://christianconcern.com/resource/how-the-cofe-forced-bernard-out-of-ministry-watch/
Read moreHoly Trinity Brompton has also expressed support for the creation of an alternative structure with different bishops.
In a recent sermon, Lucy Winkett declared: "We cannot, we must not remain politely silent in the face of this." She argued that such actions would institutionalize inequality and injustice within church structures, excluding women from leadership and isolating those who love someone of the same gender.
Read moreThe decision remains in effect even though Randall was found not to have violated CofE doctrine.
Gregory Jones K.C., tasked with reviewing the clergy discipline tribunal's findings, criticized the CofE's handling of Randall's case, calling the error "gross" and the situation "egregious," The Telegraph noted.
Read more1. The argument for leaving the denomination
Read more"There is more work to be done, both in London and across the country. We hope that everyone will work with the process to ensure a future in which all can flourish in the Church of England."
Read moreLike most British institutions that are over a few hundred years old, the church did have some involvement in slavery. In the 17th and 18th centuries, it reportedly held investments in companies and colonies that were directly involved in the transatlantic slave trade. Notably, the church also benfitted from investments in the South Sea Company, which was granted a monopoly on British trade in South America, including the slave trade.
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