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Mothers' Union call Church of England to help end commercialisation of childhood

Synod event highlights Bye Bye Childhood campaign advocating responsible, appropriate marketing to children

16 July 2015

Church of England synod welcomes climate change policy

Biblical understanding, theological reflection and appreciation of views of Church undergird new policy

14 July 2015

Church must 'look outwards' to tackle climate change - Abp Welby

Archbishop of Canterbury speaks to debate on climate change at Church of England General Synod

14 July 2015

Church of England synod approves safeguarding legislation

Aim to face up to past abuses, implement prevention measures at every level of church life

13 July 2015

England: Lead environmental bishop welcomes eco-guide update

Advice to churches about including an environment focus throughout the Christian calendar year

13 July 2015

TEC Bishops affirm support for Central Americans fleeing violence

78th General Convention resolution calls for support for work of Anglican Central America Province

06 July 2015

18 TEC bishops sign minority report on marriage equality

Commitment to ‘the Church and its people, even in the midst of painful disagreement’

03 July 2015

USA: Mind of the House of Bishops Statement: 'Communion Across Difference'

Gratitude for the witness of Communion Partners, ‘variety of voices...that reflect the wideness of God’s mercy and presence’

03 July 2015

USA: Episcopal General Convention approves marriage equality

House of Deputies concurs with House of Bishops’ to eliminate canonical language defining marriage as between a man and a woman

02 July 2015

USA: Episcopal convention looks to take home the Five Marks of Mission

Deputies and bishops unpack Anglican Communion mission marks, discuss ways to them into action

01 July 2015