Of the Making of Bishops
A review of the Crown Nominations Commission is unlikely to favor wholesale change, like open elections.
Nominations Commission Review
The body that nominates the Church of England’s bishops will have its work examined theologically.
Deadlock Raises Questions
By John Martin
Delay in appointing a successor to Rowan Williams prompts questions about the viability of the role.
Clearing the Two-thirds Hurdle
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
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
By John Martin
There seem to be two leading candidates and one who may spring a surprise.
Primates Release Signed Letter
“He must have the capacity to collectively put into effect the decisions taken at Lambeth Conferences and Primates Meetings.”
A Coup for Cambridge
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.