GAFCON Begins in Jerusalem

Blogging will probably continue to be light this week. Trying to get a draft on the dissertation done, as well as entertain guests and spend time with my bride. Apologies, of course.

At any rate, this is an interesting read. A conservative branch of the Anglican Communion has begun meeting in Jerusalem to try and salvage the worldwide communion. It is called GAFCON - the Global Anglican Future Conference - and for many of the members, this will be part of our their protest/boycott of the Lambeth Conference, the once a decade meeting of all Anglican bishops.

While much of what has motivated this conference is the homosexuality issue, the Most Rev. Peter Jensen says that unity is the goal of the conference. This is good. I'm glad the conservative agenda isn't just to pick up their ball and go home.

Nevertheless, it is obvious that much within the Communion, and with Canterbury, in particular, will need to change. The Most Rev. Henry Orombi of Uganda has listed some of those things, and I think he makes good points and suggests.

The Word of God is being threatened, abused, and ignored by those ordained to proclaim and defend it. Make sure to pray for GAFCON, as it continues to meet throughout the week. For updates and information about GAFCON, click here. I hope to comment more throughout the week, but life will probably get in the way.

Image taken from the GAFCON official website.