THE ORIGINAL CHURCH NEWSPAPER. ESTABLISHED IN 1828 The new THE books and movies CHURCHOF reviewed ENGLAND p15 Newspaper New bid to introduce euthanasia NOW AVAILABLE ON NEWSSTAND p11 FRIDAY, JUNE 20, 2014 No: 6233 Wide agenda at summit HUMAN TRAFFICKING and slavery were on the agen- They pledged their ongoing commitment to act as tians to turn way from institutional self-preservation da when Archbishop Welby met Pope Francis in Rome agents of reconciliation and restorative justice and and allow the Holy Spirit to inspire them to reach out to on Monday. expressed their appreciation for the work of ARCIC. the poor. Although some commentators pointed to a shift of Speaking in English, the Pope said: “Don’t forget ‘the He accused the churches of historically opting for emphasis in ecumenism from debate on such issues as three Ps’. Prayer, peace and poverty. We must walk ‘power and structural integrity’. He urged the Anglican ministry and authority towards cooperation on action together.” Communion to be ready to take risks. “Stability is not for justice and reconciliation at both the local and glob- He thanked God that ‘as disciples sent to heal a the same as changelessness, especially not in human al level, the question of moving towards full communion wounded world we stand together’. In his address Arch- situations,” he affirmed. was not ignored. bishop Welby called on the two Churches to work “Stability always focuses on the glory of God and A shared initiative on trafficking and slavery was first together to evangelise and cited the Alpha course as an never, ever seeks its own power and self-perpetuation.” raised when Archbishop Welby first visited the Pope example of what could be done. The Archbishop, who was accompanied on his visit to last year and was officially launched in March as the Citing Vatican II’s Decree of Ecumenism, the Pope Rome by Archbishop Vincent Nichols and the Rev Global Freedom Network with messages of support said that no obstacle should be placed on ‘the future Nicky Gumbel, said that in October he would be from both Church leaders. prompting of the Holy Spirit’ in the progress towards preaching to a Pentecostal Gathering in London that In his message Archbishop Welby said: “The more full communion between the two Churches. normally draws 45,000 people. Before the service at All we share the pain and oppression of the poor and the As well as meeting Pope Francis, Archbishop Welby Saints’ the Archbishop met members of the St Peter’s suffering in the name of God, the more God will draw also launched the website of the International Anglican- Cricket team who are to play a Church of England team us closer to each other, because we will need each Roman Catholic Commission for Unity and Mission at Canterbury in September. He jokingly told the Vati- other’s strength and support to make the kind of differ- (IARCUM), a resource that is designed to make the can’s cricketers that England was bound to win because ence that is needed.” documents of ARCIC better known and to provide God would be on their side. In their second meeting the two Church leaders examples of local cooperation. At a reception to mark As well as meeting the Pope, the Archbishop also met recommitted themselves to the struggle against traf- the launch the Archbishop stressed the need to engage the head of the Jesuits, Fr Adolfo Nicolas, and attended ficking and human slavery. They also spoke of areas of with ‘good theology’. a meeting of the Pontifical Council for Christian Unity. conflict in the world and how churches around the Preaching at All Saints’, Anglican Church, before his The Archbishop’s visit to Rome took place not long world are called to act as peacemakers. meeting with the Pope the Archbishop called on Chris- after ARCIC III had held its latest meeting in Durban. By Amaris Cole moves, Sturridge didn’t disappoint following his awkward bounce that Sturridge’s words of praise While many will hope to forget sent the ball into the net, then fol- England’s 2-1 loss to Italy last Sat- lowed the moves with a dedication urday, Daniel Sturridge’s goal will to Jesus. be remembered for more than just Throwing his hands into the air, the Three Lions’ reactions. Sturridge cried: “I love you Jesus. Known for his celebratory I will praise your name forever.” Download our new free magazine from newsstand via The Church of England Newspaper app on your Apple device. Also available through the Pressreader app for Android and from our website, www.churchnewspaper.com [email protected] facebook.com/churchnewspaper @churchnewspaper THE 2 www.churchnewspaper.com Friday June 20, 2014 News Diocese of Oxford Hundreds attended Sharing the Journey, a celebration of 20 years of Diocese of Bristol CHURCHIN women priests, at Oxford’s Christ Church Cathedral on Saturday, 7 June. The Rev Rose Hudson Wilkin, Chaplain to the Speaker in the House of The first education officer Commons, urged women to listen to God’s call and ‘go for it’ during the to be appointed to the staff thanksgiving service. Additionally, the service featured dancing from of Bristol’s St Mary Ballet Rambert. A panel discussion followed at St Mary the Virgin Redcliffe Church is ENGLAND Church on High Street where the panel said the next Bishop of Oxford pioneering a new approach could potentially be a woman. The Rev Dr Amanda Bloor, Director of to religious education. Ordinands, said: “It’s good to see a range of people looking back and Sarah Yates is following a remembering but also looking forward to what will happen in the future.” marketing-led approach to the educational services the church offers to primary schools in Bristol. Diocese of Derby “Rather than provide a choice of workshops which From Monday 23 June to Friday 27 schools may or may not June, there will be children, a youth wish to attend, I am group, young adults, mums, over 50s researching the RE working with local participatory artists, (religious education) needs Spiral Arts, to produce a number of well of individual schools and dressings for exhibition in Derby’s first then working to provide ever Well Dressing Trail around the support tailored to their Cathedral Quarter. The trail will be specific requirements”, she launched on Saturday 28 June at Derby said. Church-based Cathedral at 11am and the well activities will likely range dressings will be on display until from treasure hunts and Sunday 6 July. The trail will be quizzes to observational displayed at five venues around the drawing and art and craft. city’s Cathedral Quarter – Quad, Deda, Yates is looking for Derby Central Library, Derby volunteers from retired Cathedral and Derby Tourist teachers to university Information Centre. students to help run workshops on an occasional basis. Diocese of London Influential public debate focusing events run by the Institute each on finance, economics and social year. An American who has spent wellbeing is set to grow further most of her career in finance in Diocese of Salisbury at St Paul’s as the Cathedral New York, London and Paris, announces its new Director of St Barbara has worked for the The Diocesan archives have returned to Salisbury Cathedral the Register of St Osmund, an Paul’s Institute. Barbara Ridpath Federal Reserve Bank of New ancient and important manuscript volume concerning Salisbury’s earliest history. The has been appointed to the York, Standard & Poor’s and Register inadvertently became grouped within the Diocesan archives - the records of the position and will be responsible JPMorgan. Most recently she Bishop of Salisbury as opposed to the records of the Dean and Cathedral Chapter - when for thought-leadership, vision, was the founding Chief they were kept at Wren Hall in the Close. The Cathedral plans to display the Register as it strategy and organisation of the Executive of the International seeks to open its library and archive to a wider audience in the future with support from the wide programme of debates and Centre for Financial Regulation. Heritage Lottery Fund. In return for the Register the Cathedral has returned two manuscripts that more rightly belong to the Diocesan archives rather than the Cathedral archives. Diocese of West Yorkshire and the Dales John Dobson (49) who until recently was a vicar and Area Dean in Diocese of Guildford the Diocese of Durham became the Dean of Ripon at a service last Saturday (14 June) led by the Bishop of Knaresborough, the Rt Rev The Guildford Cathedral Appeal, which in its first phase needs to raise £1.3m by the end of James Bell. He was welcomed to the city by civic and community the summer, has reached the milestone of raising £1m. The Dean of Guildford, the Very Rev leaders, and clergy and lay people from across the new Diocese. Dianna Gwilliams, said: “It’s a wonderful achievement and we’re so grateful to all those who The Lord Lieutenant of North Yorkshire, civic and community have already made their mark. leaders as well as representatives of the armed forces swelled the “Individuals, families and parishes have been getting involved in the MAKE YOUR MARK large congregation which also included former parishioners and campaign. MAKE YOUR MARK fundraising events are being planned across Surrey – from a colleagues of the new Dean. ‘Songs at Summer Solstice’ concert to the Bishop of Dorking’s sponsored walk.” The Dean added: “Summer is the perfect time to organise an easy and enjoyable fundraiser - whether it’s a BBQ, sponsored bike ride or selling unwanted items on eBay.” Now Booking Former Premiership star Linvoy Primus will be telling his amazing story of football and faith when he visits Nottingham this month.