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The speech I would give at General Synod today
In his seminal work, ‘On the Laws of Ecclesiastical Polity’, Richard Hooker states (quote) ‘when they who withdraw their obedience pretend that the laws which they should obey are corrupt and vicious; for better examination of their quality, it behoveth … Continue reading
Summary of Richard Hooker’s ‘Of the Laws of Ecclesiastical Polity’
Richard Hooker – Of the Laws of Ecclesiastical Polity I here set out Hooker’s understanding of the supremacy of God in the giving of laws which govern creation. In summary, Almighty God is the first cause of all things and … Continue reading
Posted in Church of England, Politics
Tagged bible, Church laws, Church of England, Church polity, God, Jesus, Richard Hooker, scripture, wisdom
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I should stay in the Church of England, this week
As the Church of England continues to plunge deeper into crisis and judgement, three incidents this week have increased my desire to stay (although, even after one of our most encouraging Sunday’s in the parish, I was in the mood … Continue reading
Posted in Church of England
Tagged Christ the King, Church of England, Politics, UK government
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Clergy Conduct Measure Concerns
CCM Draft Legislation Issues Neil Robbie 7th July 2022 The provisions in the draft CCM legislation are a significant improvement on CDM legislation. A small number of issues need to be addressed where the draft legislation is open to interpretation. … Continue reading
Could the House of Bishops be elected?
The appointment of the Archbishop of Canterbury and diocesan bishops has followed pretty much the same path as the appointment of the Pope since the See was established in the 11th century. Appointed by Rome and latterly by the King … Continue reading
Lessons from Reformation Schism
John Calvin’s theology of the church (ecclesiology), the power of bishops and his analysis of the dynamics of schism are highly significant for the Anglican Communion as the church begins to schism. There are two lessons we can learn from … Continue reading
Posted in Church of England
Tagged Church of England, GAFCON, Holy Trinity West Bromwich, LLF, Same sex marriage, schism
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A biblical theology of the Lordship of Christ from John 21
The desciple who Jesus loved said to Peter, ‘It is the Lord!’ (John 21:7). After Jesus and Peter, Thomas, Nathanael and two others disciples had eaten breakfast, Jesus turned to Peter and asked him Do you love me more than … Continue reading
Posted in Other matters
Tagged biblical theology, Ezekiel 34, Jesus is Lord, John 21, Lordship, Pslam 23
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The Fabric is Ripped. Gafcon and GSFA reject CofE direction and Canterbury’s leadership. How can Church of England parishes follow them?
The GAFCON IV statement has been declared, loud and clear. The Global South has, inevitably, rejected the doctrinal direction of the Church of England and the leaership of the Archbishop of Canterbury. The Anglican Commuion is dead. Long live the … Continue reading
Posted in Church of England
Tagged Anglican Communion, Church of England, GAFCON23, GSFA
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John Calvin’s word of caution to the church about bishops who move toward their goal, one step at a time.
Bishops and their wily art. John Calvin observes and cautions the church about bishops, who move toward a goal, one step at a time. Institutes bk 4.11.10. There can be no doubt that this great progress [in this case, from … Continue reading
Posted in Church of England
Tagged bishops, Compelled to Resist, Living in Love and Faith, LLF
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Should I stay or should I go? A Church of England vicar’s dilemma.
I am a Church of England vicar. The latest theological, pastoral and political crisis is causing me, and many others, serious cause for concern about our future in this denomination. My question is, should I stay or should I go? … Continue reading
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