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The Process of Appointment of Bishops in the Church of England: A Historical and Legal Critique

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‘The manner of appointment [of bishops] reflects the delicate balance between the established nature of the Church of England and its autonomous self-governance.’ As with most matters of Church of… Click to show full abstract

‘The manner of appointment [of bishops] reflects the delicate balance between the established nature of the Church of England and its autonomous self-governance.’ As with most matters of Church of England ecclesiology and polity, the process of the appointment of bishops in the Church of England is firmly rooted within the reforms of the sixteenth century, but has origins which stretch back to the mediaeval Church. This comment article focuses on the appointment of diocesan bishops in the Church of England.

Keywords: bishops church; church england; appointment bishops; process appointment; church

Journal Title: Ecclesiastical Law Journal
Year Published: 2017

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