Titus Presler writes at his weblog, On Mission:The announcement is silent, perhaps appropriately, about three salient features of the appointment: First, Bp. Idowu-Fearon will be the first secretary general from the Two-Thirds World, his predecessors having been from the U.K., Ireland, and North America. …Second, the new secretary general is an African. From the Pew Research … [Read more...] about Early Praise for Idowu-Fearon
Archives for April 2, 2015
Easter Message from Uganda
The Most Rev. Stanley Ntagali, Archbishop of Uganda, writes on the Church of Uganda’s website:In this Easter season, I want to ask you, “What is your destiny?” “Where are you going?”The resurrection of Jesus from the dead is the most important belief in our Christian faith. It reveals so much to us about who our God is. It completes the salvation that Jesus offers us through … [Read more...] about Easter Message from Uganda
Idowu-Fearon Called to London
Adapted from a report by Anglican Communion News ServiceThe Most Rev. Josiah Atkins Idowu-Fearon will become the Anglican Communion’s next Secretary General in July.Idowu-Fearon serves as Bishop of Kaduna in the Church of Nigeria, and is known for his expertise in Christian-Muslim relations. He was selected out of an initial field of applicants from Oceania, Asia, Africa, … [Read more...] about Idowu-Fearon Called to London