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Why the Archbishop of York should not be coming to Southwell

On By Jeremy PembertonIn bishops, Church of England2 Comments

On Sunday there will be a Diocesan Confirmation for twenty-three candidates at Southwell Minster. This is a very significant occasion in their Christian journey, and I will be praying for them. The service will be taken by clergy including the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell.Normally, I would be in the congregation for this service. But …

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Inching Forwards?

On By Jeremy PembertonIn Church of England3 Comments

Supporting Synod members as they work to make the Church of England a safe, welcoming and inclusive church for everyone in the country is a huge exercise in patience, and the exercise of faith and hope over mistrust and despair. There is nothing I can actually do: I am parked firmly on the sidelines as …

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