The Renewal and Reform programme needs a wide range of approaches to be successful, argues Andrew Lightbown
The C of E colludes with a sexualised culture in intruding on gay clergy, says Peter Selby
VARIOUS criticisms have been levelled at the reflection group formed after last week’s College of Bishops discussion about same-sex relations. But the inclusion of conservatives and traditionalists makes sense if the group is to function as a sounding-board for any new attempt to reach agreement
Ronald Blythe considers a young map maker who recorded country houses
CHECK the minute details before proceeding. I have often quoted a carpenters’ saying: “Measure twice, cut once.”
TIME for a liturgical rant: my beef this week is with themed Sundays. There are many, and they are no doubt a godsend to those ministers who have abandoned the calendar, along with the liturgy, and need an endless supply of new “resources” to keep worship going week by week
The debate needs Christians to get involved in the tough questions, says Paul Vallely
Christian social teaching on economic migration; Proposed design of new Lambeth Palace Library; The sexuality debate; and the ‘shadow synod’; Trust in politicians, and the charge of deception; Status of lawyers’ event; CPAS’s part in the genesis of Youth Praise
Trust in politicians is lower than ever, with good reason, says Barbara Ridpath
Modern developments in the study of sexual orientation can’t be shut out of the moral debate, argues Chris Cook