Adapted from Anglican Communion News ServiceThe Most Rev. Josiah Idowu-Fearon, secretary general of the Anglican Communion, has distributed this prayer regarding the meeting of primates scheduled in January.Gracious and loving Father,We thank you for the hope and faith of the Archbishop of Canterbury in inviting his colleagues to the meeting of this instrument.We confess our … [Read more...] about Idowu-Fearon Prays for Primates
Archives for September 2015
The Grays’ Dynastic Ministry
By Gary G. YerkeyThe Rev. Peter W. Gray, rector of the Church of the Nativity in Greenwood, Mississippi, could be forgiven if he felt overwhelmed by his ancestral lineage. His father and paternal grandfather were long-term bishops who promoted racial reconciliation in Mississippi. His great-grandfather, the first Duncan M. Gray, was elected Bishop of Mississippi in 1942. His … [Read more...] about The Grays’ Dynastic Ministry
Global Briefs for Sept. 29
By John MartinCrime Novelist Attacked: James Runcie, author of the Granchester series of mystery novels, sustained head and eye injuries while attacked on his way to give a talk at Ely Cathedral. Runcie, 56, son of the late Archbishop Robert Runcie, was helped by passersby who called the police and an ambulance. Police say they have arrested a man in connection with the … [Read more...] about Global Briefs for Sept. 29
Missional Focus in New Zealand
By John MartinMore than 500 people are expected at Mission Together, New Zealand’s decennial mission conference set for Oct. 6-9 at King’s College in Auckland.The Rev. Christopher Wright, international ministries director of Langham Partnership, is one of the featured speakers. The Rt. Rev. Dickson Chilongani, Bishop of Central Tanganyika, will lead Bible studies. Central … [Read more...] about Missional Focus in New Zealand
Confession and Conversion
18 PentecostFor Christians living in the prosperous West, today’s readings from Numbers and Mark may sometimes seem as distant as life on Mars. How often do people in the 21st century prophesy within our closest circle of worship, or cast out demons in the name of Jesus without appearing to be his followers?One way to apply these readings is to suppose that, whatever a person’s … [Read more...] about Confession and Conversion
Destination: Papal Mass
By G. Jeffrey MacDonaldPhiladelphians have heard a lot lately about what Pope Francis’s visit means, not only for his flock but for their city. From one news report after another, they have learned one thing it means: more traffic.But one Episcopal priest is determined to help his congregation find meaning more profound than delays on the roadways. The Rev. Jonathan Mitchican, … [Read more...] about Destination: Papal Mass
Agreed Statement Forthcoming
Via Anglican Communion News ServiceInternational Commission for Anglican-Orthodox Theological DialogueSeptember 2015 CommuniquéIn the name of the Triune God, and with the blessing and guidance of our Churches, the International Commission for Anglican-Orthodox Theological Dialogue (ICAOTD) met in Buffalo, New York, from 19 to 25 September 2015. The Commission is deeply grateful … [Read more...] about Agreed Statement Forthcoming
ACNA Absorbs PEARUSA
From the North American Missionary District of the Province de L’Eglise Anglicane au Rwanda (PEARUSA), via the ACNA website:By affirming the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA) as an Anglican Province, and by holding true to Anglican order, the Synod is calling for the legal transfer of PEARUSA to the ACNA under Archbishop Foley Beach by June 2016. This call includes the … [Read more...] about ACNA Absorbs PEARUSA