Rome, Canterbury and the Law
Canon Christopher Hill
1. It was over a late night glass of Scotch, number years ago, that Graham Routledge and I first talked the issues am asked to address this afternoon. Chancellor differed on subjects, political ecclesiastical, but we discovered common cause in recognition importance an impartial unemotional examination doctrinal, ecclesiological constitutional implications any future Anglican- Roman Catholic unity. during one such conversation told me his hopes for establishment Society, which he saw as, amongst other things, most appropriate forum bringing together necessary disciplines professions scholarly ecumenical discussion. had been able initiate some discussion question within English Anglican Committee (of distinguished member). But complexities both canon law, and, problems concerning interpretation ecclesiastical history, reinforced judgement quiet continuing consideration required society as ours well committees.
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