Archbishop of Canterbury in appeal to Episcopal Church

Friday, 10th July 2009
By George Conger

The Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams has urged forbearance upon the Episcopal Church’s General Convention, asking it refrain from ending the ban on gay bishops and blessings.

Speaking at a noonday Eucharist at the 76th General Convention on July 9 in Anaheim, California, Dr Williams said a move away from the commonly received teachings and discipline would be met with deep sadness by the Anglican Communion. However, he remained silent on what, if any, sanctions might be imposed.

The sermon marked the close of Dr Williams’ sojourn in Anaheim, with the tentative, non-confrontational tone of his address exemplifying his two days at General Convention. the rest