Rev Dan

Last week General Synod voted to conclude the Living in Love and Faith process. Headlines quickly declared that the Church of England had “abandoned” same-sex blessing plans. But what was actually decided? And what does the vote really mean for the future direction of the Church?
In this podcast, I walk carefully through the motion, the amendments, and the vote by Houses. We look at what passed, what failed, why the bishops voted as they did, and how different media outlets framed the outcome. More importantly, we ask the deeper question beneath the sexuality debate: what does this moment reveal about authority, Scripture, unity, and the coherence of the Church?
This was not a final theological settlement. It was the end of one synodical phase and the beginning of another. The debate has not disappeared. It has shifted form.


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This week, reports emerged that clergy in the Diocese of London are being encouraged to address anti-racism in sermons as part of a wider racial-justice initiative. While Christians are called to love our neighbour and oppose racism, this raises a deeper question: what must always remain at the centre of Christian preaching?In this podcast, I look at the facts behind the story, reflect on the biblical foundations for justice and unity, and consider why the apostles insisted that the ministry of the Word must remain central to the life of the Church. We also think about what this means for local parishes, faithful preaching, and the future of the Church of England.


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In the days leading up to the confirmation of the new Archbishop of Canterbury, a series of interviews set out her priorities and vision for the Church of England.
Much was said about unity, care, listening, safeguarding, and healing. And much of it was said sincerely.
But moments like this also teach us by what is left unsaid.
In this podcast, I reflect carefully on the language used in those interviews before the confirmation, the themes that were emphasised, and the quiet absence many faithful Christians felt. This is not about motives, personalities, or outrage. It is about what the Church names at moments of direction-setting, and why the gospel of Jesus Christ cannot simply be assumed.
I explore what biblical hope actually is, why proclamation matters alongside pastoral care, and how faithful local churches continue their work even when the national Church feels distant. In a time of confusion, the call is not to shout louder, but to remain steady, clear, and faithful.


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God rarely reveals the whole road at once. The psalmist reminds believers that God gives enough light for the next faithful step. This verse encourages trust and obedience when direction feels partial but God’s presence is sure.


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In this podcast, I look carefully at what the House of Bishops is saying as the Living in Love and Faith process comes to a close, what is being concluded, and what is being deferred into future Synods, working groups, and legislation.I explore why a process can end without theological resolution, how that ambiguity travels beyond Synod into parish life, worship, formation, and family conversations, and how faithful Christians can understand the season the Church of England is now entering.I also reflect on what faithfulness looks like in a time of extended discernment and invite clergy and laity to consider standing for General Synod as an act of service and stewardship for the faith entrusted to us.


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