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May 08 2004
BIRMINGHAM: Cathedral Dean Paul Zahl leaving to head TESM
Harper will become interim dean of the cathedral on Aug. 1, he said. Zahl plans to take the month of July as vacation, Harper said.
Last year, Zahl repeatedly made headlines as one of the leaders of a conservative movement in the Episcopal Church that opposes same-sex unions.
Zahl was one of several theologians who signed a position paper saying the Episcopal Church General Convention has no authority to approve blessings for same-sex couples.
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May 08 2004
ENGLAND: Gay dean is backed with an early start
The move of the installation service at St Albans to July from October is an indication that liberals in the Anglican Church are no longer prepared to allow themselves to be held to ransom by their more conservative brethren.
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May 08 2004
WALES: Protests as first divorced bishop is chosen
The Most Rev Barry Morgan, who succeeded Dr Rowan Williams as Archbishop of Wales, said that the 58-year-old archdeacon was the unanimous choice of the Church's Bench of Bishops.
But a number of clergy in the diocese have expressed anger over the
decision, saying that their wishes had been ignored, and the majority of
canons at Bangor cathedral have protested to the Archbishop.
May 08 2004
OKLAHOMA CITY: Anglican parish formed from fleeing Episcopalians
Over 100 faithful souls attended the first service held by St. James Anglican Church in South Oklahoma City on May 2nd.
The congregation meets each Sunday at 11:45 a.m. in the chapel at Southern Hills Baptist Church, 8601 South Pennsylvania, in Oklahoma City.
The service was Morning Prayer, Rite II, led by David Haener. Don Gumm and the youth group provided music. After the service, the entire congregation gathered for a group portrait.
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May 08 2004
OKLAHOMA CITY: Anglican parish formed from fleeing Episcopalians
The congregation meets each Sunday at 11:45 a.m. in the chapel at Southern Hills Baptist Church, 8601 South Pennsylvania, in Oklahoma City.
The service was Morning Prayer, Rite II, led by David Haener. Don Gumm and the youth group provided music. After the service, the entire congregation gathered for a group portrait.
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May 08 2004
OKLAHOMA CITY: Anglican parish formed from fleeing Episcopalians
The congregation meets each Sunday at 11:45 a.m. in the chapel at Southern Hills Baptist Church, 8601 South Pennsylvania, in Oklahoma City.
The service was Morning Prayer, Rite II, led by David Haener. Don Gumm and the youth group provided music. After the service, the entire congregation gathered for a group portrait.
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May 06 2004
CANADA: Same-sex debate must have "clarity and honesty" say orthodox Anglicans
In a written statement, the governing council of Anglican Essentials Canada, a coalition of the nation’s three main orthodox groups, says it believes that Anglican Church officials are trying to downplay the meaning and importance of a controversial motion surrounding the blessing of same-sex unions.
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May 06 2004
COLORADO: Episcopalians question same-sex event
The bishop has not authorized same-sex blessings in Colorado.
Spencer, an assistant rector at the parish, has denied that's what took place. A regional church official, the Rev. Lou Blanchard, described it as a party to celebrate the couple's relationship.
The Episcopal Church USA allows dioceses to develop same-sex blessings. While O'Neill supports same-sex issues, he promised conservatives he would not act while the issue is being studied by a diocesan task force.
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May 05 2004
ENGLAND: Archbishop should demand Canon John's resignation
We therefore call on Archbishop Williams to urge Dr John to resign.
The text of a letter sent to the Archbishop is attached.
For further information please contact:
Revd George Curry (0191-273-4680 / 0775-287-2550)
Chairman of Council
Mr Duncan Boyd (020-7289-62650)
Council member and General Synod Representative for London Diocese
May 05 2004
ENGLAND: St. Alban's Cathedral backs gay cleric for new post
Dr John was forced to withdraw his acceptance for the post of suffragan Bishop of Reading last year.
Canon Stephen Lake, sub-dean and acting dean at St Albans, said: "Jeffrey John brings to the abbey a track record of scholarship and preaching, and a commitment to mission.
Show of support
"The support for Jeffrey John from the cathedral chapter and congregation is clear.
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