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We thank you for being here

We thank you for being here

The Archbishop of Canterbury came to the Spouses’ Venue to bless the Vine which the spouses have been making throughout the Conference. He said: ‘On behalf of “the other Conference” we want to thank you for being here and for all you have said and done. You have reminded us of things we could have forgotten and thank you for anchoring us

02 August 2008

The Archbishop of Canterbury Second Presidential Address to the Lambeth Conference 2008

The Archbishop of Canterbury Second Presidential Address to the Lambeth Conference 2008

‘What is Lambeth ’08 going to say?’ is the question looming larger all the time as this final week unfolds. But before trying out any thoughts on that, I want to touch on the prior question, a question that could be expressed as ‘Where is Lambeth ’08 going to speak from?’.

29 July 2008

Keep the Promise

Keep the Promise

And a very, very warm welcome to Lambeth Palace. I’m delighted that we’re able to welcome you to our modest home here. Particularly delighted by the solidarity that has been shown in this morning’s walk, which I think has been a memorable experience.

24 July 2008

Lambeth walk to demand world leaders to keep their promise to end poverty

Lambeth walk to demand world leaders to keep their promise to end poverty

The Archbishop of Canterbury will today (Thursday 24th July) lay down a challenge to world leaders on behalf of the worldwide Anglican Communion and other faith groups

24 July 2008

Theological education key in religious violence

Theological education key in religious violence

A high standard of theological education is “absolutely key” to combating the ignorance that drives many international conflicts, the Archbishop of Canterbury said yesterday

22 July 2008

Dr Williams calls for reflection and a focus on strengthening the Communion

Dr Williams calls for reflection and a focus on strengthening the Communion

“God’s eyes are upon us and God has entrusted something to us…..we need renewal, and this is the moment for it”. Archbishop Rowan Williams, Opening Presidential Address, Lambeth Conference.

20 July 2008

The Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams opens the Lambeth Conference

The Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams opens the Lambeth Conference

The Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams opened the Lambeth Conference to the sounds of South African Alleluias and prayers for the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

17 July 2008

Archbishop of Canterbury's new climate change adviser

Archbishop of Canterbury's new climate change adviser

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, has appointed Paula Clifford on a six month secondment from Christian Aid to help further the Church of England's quest for sustainable solutions to climate change, following on from the launch of the Church of England's "Shrinking the Footprint" initiative.

19 September 2007

England: Archbishop of Canterbury - contribution to House of Lords casino debate

England: Archbishop of Canterbury - contribution to House of Lords casino debate

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, spoke yesterday in the debate on gambling and super casinos in the House of Lords. 

29 March 2007

Archbishop of Canterbury - Church must be 'safe place' for gay and lesbian people

Archbishop of Canterbury - Church must be 'safe place' for gay and lesbian people

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, has said that the churches of the Anglican Communion must be safe places for gay and lesbian people.

28 March 2007