Why don’t men go to church?
January 15, 2011
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In the Church of England, the Diocese of Oxford wants to deal in a substantive way the decline in the percentage of men who attend church.
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Year: 2011
Fatal flaws in ABC’s approach to reconciliation?
January 15, 2011
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Ending conflict and promoting mutual understanding are deeply important to Rowan Williams, the archbishop of Canterbury. But has his approach largely failed because of a flawed approach to reconciliation
Religious Freedom Day
January 15, 2011
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On Religious Freedom Day, let us reflect on the principle of religious freedom that has guided our Nation forward, and recommit to upholding this universal human right both at home and around the world
The good life
January 15, 2011
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Jesus frequently illustrated the characteristics of the hardhearted. The rich fool was condemned, not because he was toughminded, but rather because he was not tenderhearted. Life for him was a mirror in which he saw only himself,
Nigerian bishops on the struggle
for the soul of their nation
January 14, 2011
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The Bishops of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) have issued a pastoral letter addressing the state of Nigeria economy, corruption, religious and sectarian violence, and the neglected state of the nation’s infrastructure and educational services.
Sudanese Episcopalians rejoice as referendum closes
January 14, 2011
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People throughout southern Sudan have been “shedding tears and shouting for joy” this week as polls opened to voters in the historic Jan. 9-15 referendum that will determine a likely future of independence for the African nation.
Should gays and lesbians debate scripture?
January 14, 2011
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Religion Dispatches has a dialogue on whether it is possible for LGBT believers to debate other believers, particularly those who cite the seven “clobber” verses of the Bible, about scripture.
Archbishop Aspinall on the Queensland floods
January 14, 2011
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The Most Rev’d Dr Phillip Aspinall, Primate of Australia, has written to the bishops about the floods sweeping the northeastern Australian state of Queensland.
Fort Worth hearings today
January 14, 2011
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The Diocese of Fort Worth goes to court today presenting several motions for summary judgment on several important points.
Letter to Canterbury
January 14, 2011
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The No Anglican Covenant Coalition explains its position in this letter to the Archbishop of Canterbury, asks him to reconsider his support of the Covenant, and invites him into dialogue. To date, no answer has been received.
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