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Queer hymn collection offers ‘much-needed’ resource for LGBTQ+ Anglicans and allies

Matthew Puddister — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 12:00:09 +0000

Produced by a volunteer committee from the Hymn Society, an ecumenical non-profit association that seeks to promote congregational singing, Songs for the Holy Other includes almost 50 “queer hymns” by and for individuals who identify with the LGBTQ+ community and their allies.

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General Synod votes to review governance structures

Matthew Puddister — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 12:00:12 +0000

An amended motion for a constitutional review passed on the last day of General Synod 2019, setting the stage for a thorough examination of the body’s governance structures.

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Marriage vote failure ripples through church

Matthew Puddister — Wed, 04 Sep 2019 19:12:38 +0000

General Synod’s failure to pass a resolution to amend the marriage canon to expressly allow solemnization of same-sex marriage, followed by a communiqué from the House of Bishops effectively commending diocesan-based decisions on the matter, has triggered a wave of responses across the Anglican Church of Canada.

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Church grapples with pain after marriage canon vote—with new developments possible

Matthew Puddister — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 14:53:56 +0000

The Anglican Journal’s Matt Gardner offers this comprehensive glimpse of the aftermath of General Synod’s failure to pass an amendment to the marriage canon—with an exploration of what might come next and prayers from delegates here in Vancouver.

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Marriage canon amendment fails to pass at General Synod

Matthew Puddister — Sat, 13 Jul 2019 06:35:09 +0000

The Anglican Church of Canada will maintain its traditional definition of marriage after a vote to amend the marriage canon failed to pass at General Synod 2019. The 42nd General Synod voted against Resolution A052-R2, which would have amended the marriage canon to allow for same-sex marriage, after the resolution failed to pass by a […]

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General Synod practices respectful talking, listening ahead of same-sex marriage vote

Tali Folkins — Fri, 12 Jul 2019 16:54:25 +0000

We need to be aware of our own emotional states if we’re to really make room for other people in our discussions, priest and psychologist Canon Martin Brokenleg told General Synod Thursday, July 11.

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Youth find fellowship in General Synod preparation

Matthew Puddister — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 14:48:41 +0000

Vancouver When it came to delegate preparation at the 42nd General Synod of the Anglican Church of Canada, it’s fair to say that young people led the way. A full day before the majority of delegates arrived at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, more than two dozen youth synod members were present at the venue […]

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General Synod: A Primer

Matthew Townsend — Thu, 04 Jul 2019 12:00:36 +0000

More than 350 Anglicans from across Canada—delegates, partners, invited guests, displayers, volunteers and observers—will gather July 10-16 in Vancouver for the 42nd General Synod of the Anglican Church of Canada.

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Marriage: What does the vote mean to you?

Various — Wed, 26 Jun 2019 12:00:22 +0000

Introduction by Matthew Townsend, supervisor, editorial As delegates to General Synod prepare to vote on a second reading of Resolution A051-R2, potential changes to the Anglican Church of Canada’s marriage canon, the Anglican Journal’s editorial staffers have given much consideration to our task. What should we write? What should readers hear before the vote? Few […]

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Take stock of the journey so far, primate tells CoGS

Joelle Kidd — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 19:15:06 +0000

Mississauga, Ont. In his final address to Council of General Synod (CoGS) as primate of the Anglican Church of Canada, Archbishop Fred Hiltz told the council to “take stock of the journey so far.” The primate’s talk covered topics including Indigenous self-determination, the proposed amendment to the marriage canon, discipleship and relationships with the wider […]

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