Changes come into force today that affect one of Sunderland's best loved churches, writes Flora Ipol.
Under measures introduced in the wake of the Scottish Independence Referendum, during which the government promised to devolve certain aspects of English control in exchange for Scotland remaining part of Great Britain, all churches dedicated to their Patron Saint will now function as Scottish Episcopal Churches.
This means that, in effect, St. Andrew's, Roker will no longer be a part of the Church of England, though remains firmly in the Anglican Communion.
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Adviser to Politicians on Religious Idea Legislation, Frederick Obadiah OLson said, "This is a landmark day in British politics. Only a damaged oaf, silly person or fool could see this as anything other than progress."
Adviser to Politicians on Religious Idea Legislation, Frederick Obadiah OLson said, "This is a landmark day in British politics. Only a damaged oaf, silly person or fool could see this as anything other than progress."
Assistant Curate Rev. Paul Child said, "When I first heard, it sounded like it was being made up on the spot! I guess we'll find out if its merely a poor silly fad in the fullness of time."
Meanwhile Easter services will continue as normal, with the new tartan vestments making their debut on Sunday.
Hmmmm, what day is it again?
ReplyDeleteTartan vestments? Would love to see that. Is there a Church of Scotland official tartan?
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