Evangelical eyes in the Church of England are on the date of 12 December, which is when the College of Bishops next meets to discuss human sexuality.
The gathering is the latest stage at the end of the process known as ‘Living in Love and Faith’ which has been running for some years. It could see a reassertion of orthodox morality – or a retreat from it.
Further discussions will be held in January which are likely to result in proposals of some sort being put to February’s General Synod.
Church of England: Revitalisation instead of retreat
In the ever-deepening crisis over blessings for same-sex couples – Prayers of Love and Faith (PLF) – it is understandable …