The Rt. Rev. Philip North, Bishop of Burnley, writes about his decision to decline his appointment to the Diocese of Sheffield: It is with regret and sadness that I have decided that I am unable to take up the nomination as Bishop of Sheffield. The news of my nomination has elicited a strong reaction within the diocese and some areas of the wider Church. It is clear that … [Read more...] about Bishop North Stands Down
Archives for March 9, 2017
Bp. Curry on Transgender Case
Biretta tip: Diocese of Oregon Presiding Bishop Michael Curry offers background on his decision to file an amicus brief in Gloucester County School Board v. G.G.: I offer this brief theological reflection to share some of my thoughts and convictions which informed my decision to join with the President of the House of Deputies as signatories to the amicus brief in the … [Read more...] about Bp. Curry on Transgender Case
Spiritual Health
“Difficult dying” by PJ Johnson/Flickr By John Martin The United Kingdom’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is urging health and care workers to consider cultural, religious, or social preferences of patients in their final days. Of the half-million deaths each year in England, three-quarters were anticipated by medical staff. A … [Read more...] about Spiritual Health