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Ecumenical accompaniment program launched in Colombia

Ecumenical accompaniment program launched in Colombia

Geneva, 18 October (ENInews) - An ecumenical accompaniment program has been launched to assist victims of violence in Colombia, where internal armed conflict has drive nearly five million people away from their land and property, according to the Latin American Council of Churches (CLAI).

19 October 2011

Becca Stevens recognized as White House 'Champion of Change

Becca Stevens recognized as White House 'Champion of Change

The Rev. Becca Stevens, author, Episcopal priest and social entrepreneur, has been named by the White House's Office of Public Engagement as one of 15 "Champions of Change" for her pioneering work with Magdalene/Thistle Farms, a residential community and social enterprise she founded to serve women who have survived prostitution, addiction and abuse.

19 October 2011

Latin America chooses its team for the Anglican Alliance

Latin America chooses its team for the Anglican Alliance

Three people to co-ordinate the work of the Anglican Alliance across Latin America and the Caribbean were chosen by the Alliance's regional consultation which closed in Sao Paolo yesterday.

13 October 2011

Anglican Alliance Latin America and Caribbean consultation opens in Sao Paolo

The Anglican Alliance consultation in Latin America opened on Monday with a discussion on climate change and the launch of the Alliance website.

04 October 2011

Lutheran pastor appointed dean of Anglican cathedral in Canada

Lutheran pastor appointed dean of Anglican cathedral in Canada

In an historic move, the Anglican diocese of Rupert’s Land has appointed a Lutheran pastor – the Rev. Paul Johnson – as dean of the diocese and incumbent for St. John’s Cathedral in Winnipeg.

28 September 2011

Verdict called 'travesty of justice' as Muslim students who heckled Israeli ambassador found guilty

Verdict called 'travesty of justice' as Muslim students who heckled Israeli ambassador found guilty

In a surprising rollercoaster of a day, 10 Muslim students –arrested for heckling the Israeli ambassador to the United States during a speech at the University of California's Irvine campus last year — on Sept. 23 were convicted, sentenced and said they will appeal the guilty verdict.

28 September 2011

A challenge that unites

A challenge that unites

The Rev. Marek Zabriskie believes everyone should read the Bible. And, he’s utilizing websites, social media, and all of today’s tools to bring the message of the ancient texts to a modern world through a new effort called The Bible Challenge.

21 September 2011

Anglicans prepare for Truth and Reconciliation Commission's third stop

Anglicans prepare for Truth and Reconciliation Commission's third stop

Anglicans will attend and support the third national event of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) on Indian residential schools in Halifax, N.S., Oct. 26 to 29.

15 September 2011

Caught in the middle of raging wildfires, Texas churches offer hope, prayer, aid

Caught in the middle of raging wildfires, Texas churches offer hope, prayer, aid

The wildfire raging about 30 miles east of Austin, Texas, had already claimed her home, so the Rev. Lisa Hines was taking no chances Sept. 6. She carefully packed Eucharistic vessels from Calvary Church, Bastrop, into her car, in case a speedy getaway became necessary.

07 September 2011

Michael Thompson appointed General Secretary

Michael Thompson appointed General Secretary

The Ven. Dr. Michael Thompson will serve as the Anglican Church of Canada's next General Secretary, beginning Nov. 1, 2011.

06 September 2011