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Church of England Rejects Bishop Selection Reforms, Approves Discipline Updates

2/14/2025

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On February 13, the Church of England's General Synod turned down three proposals aimed at reforming the Crown Nominations Commission, which selects bishops, including the Archbishop of Canterbury. Despite calls for greater transparency, the House of Laity opposed the changes. However, the Synod did greenlight updates to the Clergy Discipline Measure, simplifying complaint handling.

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Story summary

On February 13, the Church of England's General Synod turned down three proposals aimed at reforming the Crown Nominations Commission, which selects bishops, including the Archbishop of Canterbury. Despite calls for greater transparency, the House of Laity opposed the changes. However, the Synod did greenlight updates to the Clergy Discipline Measure, simplifying complaint handling.