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Why does it take an archbishop to crown a king?

There is a reason. It’s rooted in religious sensibilities since prehistoric times. But it’s a reason that only works with some religious traditions, not others. This post describes why: why we can’t escape the religious significance of coronations, but also … Continue reading

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Liberal theology and bishops’ beliefs

Should bishops publicly state their religious beliefs, even when they differ from church teachings? Rowan Williams, when he became Archbishop of Canterbury in 2003, as an Anglican Catholic took the view that his duty was to represent the faith of … Continue reading

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