Al Webb

Al Webb writes for Religion News Service.

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Archbishop of Canterbury slams Christians who feel 'disgusted' about homosexuality

Jun 29, 2012 by Al Webb

c. 2012 Religion News Service LONDON (RNS) Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams criticized some Christians for feeling so "embarrassed and ashamed and disgusted" over homosexuality that they seem unwelcoming to outsiders and convey a lack of understanding.

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Queen Elizabeth favored as Church of England head

May 18, 2012 by Al Webb

Nearly three-quarters of people in England believe that Queen Elizabeth II should retain her position as titular head of the Church of England, according to an opinion poll.

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London mayor axes ads that suggests homosexuality can be cured

Apr 14, 2012 by Al Webb

c. 2012 Religion News Service LONDON (RNS) London's mayor has axed an ad campaign spearheaded by two conservative Christian groups because their ads suggest homosexuality is a disease that can be cured through prayer.

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'Covenant' to bind Anglicans appears dead

Mar 28, 2012 by Al Webb

c. 2012 Religion News Service LONDON (RNS) With the Anglican Covenant aimed at ensuring its unity now apparently in ashes and the archbishop of Canterbury who backed it on his way out, the 77 million-strong Anglican Communion faces an uncertain future and the danger of fragmentation.

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