Posted on 02/19/2004 10:14:21 AM PST by ahadams2
FiF International News
Warm and friendly welcome at Lambeth Palace
19 February 2004
Forward in Faith’s international leadership today met the Archbishop of Canterbury for what Bishop John Broadhurst, International Chairman of Forward in Faith, described as “a very cordial and most useful discussion”.
A frank exchange of views took place on the prospect of the ordination of women bishops in Australia and in the Provinces of the UK; on the fall-out following the consecration of the Bishop of New Hampshire and the emergence of the new Network in the United States; and on all the difficulties which inevitably arise in the face of provincial autonomy in matters of doctrine throughout the Communion.
“The Archbishop was able to assure us that, in his mind at least, we are valued members of the Communion”, commented Fr David Moyer, President of Forward in Faith North America.
“Such assurance will be particularly welcome to those who feel so marginalised around the Communion in countries like mine,” added Fr David Chislett of Forward in Faith Australia. “No provision comparable to that in England or Wales has ever been offered to us and it is heartening to know that he is doing what he can to improve our situation.”
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