Of the Making of Bishops October 11, 2016 News A review of the Crown Nominations Commission is unlikely to favor wholesale change, like open elections.
Nominations Commission Review October 7, 2016 News The body that nominates the Church of England’s bishops will have its work examined theologically.
Deadlock Raises Questions October 12, 2012 News By John Martin Delay in appointing a successor to Rowan Williams prompts questions about the viability of the role.
Clearing the Two-thirds Hurdle October 1, 2012 News By John Martin How deep is the deadlock as the Crown Nominations Commission continues to work toward recommending a successor for the Archbishop of Canterbury?
Look to Africa October 1, 2012 News The World Council of Churches is headquartered in Geneva, even though there are probably more Christians in a neighborhood of Lagos or Nairobi than all of Switzerland.
Horse Race for Lambeth Palace September 24, 2012 News By John Martin There seem to be two leading candidates and one who may spring a surprise.
Primates Release Signed Letter August 10, 2012 News “He must have the capacity to collectively put into effect the decisions taken at Lambeth Conferences and Primates Meetings.”
A Coup for Cambridge March 19, 2012 News By John Martin The appointment of Rowan Williams is a coup for Cambridge University, as he is expected to attract a long queue of doctoral theology students from across the world.
