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The Sixth Trumpet: Communiqué from the 6th Global South Conference, Cairo 2016
7th October 2016
1. The Sixth Global South Anglican Conference took place in Cairo, Egypt from 3rd through 8th October, 2016. The theme for this encounter was: “…found faithful.” This is taken from 1 Corinthians 4:2: “… it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.”
2. Delegates from...
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09. October 2016
Reflections on the Anglican Global South Sixth Communique
October 8, 2016
Cairo, Egypt
Several months ago we were praying that the Lord would guide us during the conference, specifically that it would not be political, but spiritual, seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We did experience his movement among us, and the communique reflects the love of God, the grace of our Lord Jesus...
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08. October 2016
Statement from the Global South Primates and GAFCON Primates Council Concerning Same-sex Unions
6th October 2016
1. We acknowledge that God is the Creator of the whole cosmos and of humankind. Male and female, God created them in his own image and likeness to know him, worship him and share in his glory and love.
2. We affirm the dignity and value of every human being, as each bears the image of our gracious God. We recognise...
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07. October 2016
Global South Anglicans Learn How Africa Shaped the Christian Mind
October 5, 2016
Cairo, Egypt
Many in the world view Christianity as a Western religion. But even as its center of gravity shifts to the African continent, few are aware the degree to which Africa shaped the Christian mind.
Even in Africa this lesson can be missed, but the Anglican Global South made sure its delegates return home to...
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05. October 2016
Global South Anglican Primates meeting to reflect on the way forward
Global South Anglican Primates will be having a series of meetings in Cairo during the Sixth Global South Conference to discuss the way forward on ecclesiological issues for the purpose of co-mission, mutual accountability and the maintenance of faith and order. The Primates are joined by representatives and bishops from other Provinces....
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05. October 2016
Global South Anglicans ‘Visit’ Carthage and the Valley of Dry Bones
October 4, 2016
Cairo, Egypt
On the first full day of the sixth Anglican Global South conference, delegates met Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and began private deliberations for the eventual “trumpet”, the concluding communique.
But in preparation they were led in a Bible Study by former Bishop of Singapore John...
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05. October 2016
President Sisi Welcomes the Anglican Global South to Cairo
October 4, 2016
Cairo, Egypt
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi of Egypt welcomed today a delegation of 16 archbishops from the Anglican Global South, led by Archbishop Mouneer Hanna Anis, chairman of the Global South Steering Committee.
In a discussion lasting 90 minutes, Sisi affirmed the important role religious leaders play in...
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05. October 2016
World Religious Leaders Laud the Anglican Global South Conference in Egypt
October 4, 2016
Cairo, Egypt
Pope Francis, patriarch of the worldwide Roman Catholic Church, and Sheikh Ahmed al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al Azhar, the leading religious institution in the Sunni Muslim world, welcomed delegates at the October 3 opening of the sixth Anglican Global South Conference, esteeming the importance of their...
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05. October 2016
Global South Anglicans Open 6th Conference with a Nod to Athanasius
Cairo, Egypt
October 3, 2016
Anglicans of the Global South met today in All Saints Cathedral, Cairo, taking communion and opening their sixth conference. Archbishop Mouneer Hanna Anis of Egypt, chairman of the Global South Steering Committee, welcomed 12 primates and 90 delegates from 20 provinces of the Anglican Church.
In his...
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05. October 2016
Global South Anglicans to Hold Sixth Conference in Cairo, Egypt
Cairo, Egypt September 30, 2016
From October 3-8, All Saints Cathedral in Cairo, Egypt will host the sixth conference of the Anglican Global South. Over 100 delegates from 20 provinces will discuss the challenges facing the church in the world today.
Archbishop Mouneer Hanna Anis of Egypt is also chairman of the Global South steering...
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15. January 2016
Primates Communique 2016
Today the Primates agreed how they would walk together in the grace and love of Christ. This agreement acknowledges the significant distance that remains but confirms their unanimous commitment to walk together.
The Primates regret that it appears that this document has been leaked in advance of their communiqué tomorrow...
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