Melbourne Anglicans to walk alongside First Peoples toward justice, reconciliation
[The Melbourne Anglican] Melbourne Anglicans have resolved to continue toward making the church safe and welcoming for First Peoples, after synod endorsed a motion supporting ongoing efforts towards reconciliation.
The motion called on Anglicans to engage in truth-telling, repentance and justice alongside First Peoples and aim for more just and respectful relationships with them. Synod celebrated the appointment of the Ven. Uncle Glenn Loughrey as provincial archdeacon for reconciliation, First Nations recognition and treaty as part of these efforts.
It also noted Archbishop in Council’s adoption of a missional property strategy to allocate a portion of proceeds from future church property sales for Aboriginal reparation and ministry.
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