The Catholic Group in General Synod
Statement on Women Bishops Debate
20th November 2012
We regret the Synod was put in the position whereby draft legislation failed at Final Approval because it was unclear and unfair in its provision for those who, in conscience, are unable to accept the ministry of women as bishops or priests.
The Catholic Group calls on the House of Bishops to reconvene the talks started in the summer between representatives of different groups, chaired by Bishop Justin Welby.
Mediation and conciliation are needed so that new legislation can be framed to provide fairly for all members of the Church of England.
The Catholic Group is committed to playing a full in the process of achieving good legislation to enable us all to move forward together in mission and service to the nation.
ENDS
20th November 2012
Issued by Martin Dales on behalf of the Catholic Group – interview requests for members of the Group to him on 07764 985009.
Statement on Women Bishops Debate
20th November 2012
We regret the Synod was put in the position whereby draft legislation failed at Final Approval because it was unclear and unfair in its provision for those who, in conscience, are unable to accept the ministry of women as bishops or priests.
The Catholic Group calls on the House of Bishops to reconvene the talks started in the summer between representatives of different groups, chaired by Bishop Justin Welby.
Mediation and conciliation are needed so that new legislation can be framed to provide fairly for all members of the Church of England.
The Catholic Group is committed to playing a full in the process of achieving good legislation to enable us all to move forward together in mission and service to the nation.
ENDS
20th November 2012
Issued by Martin Dales on behalf of the Catholic Group – interview requests for members of the Group to him on 07764 985009.
