Conservative Anglican groups merge with warning the 'Church of England is in a crisis'
Three of the most prominent evangelical groups in the UK are merging in a major change to the conservative Christian landscape in Britain.
Reform and the Fellowship of Word and Spirit will come under the banner of the Church Society, a traditionalist Anglican group headed by the Revd Dr Lee Gatiss. The move was made in light of 'the challenges of the present time' as many conservative evangelicals feel the Church of England is on a liberalising trajectory towards accepting same-sex relationships.
Bishop Thomas was appointed in light of legislation to allow women bishops — a move largely opposed by conservative evangelicals. He said: 'Our new context means that we need to focus our efforts, unite our endeavours, and ensure we maximise the usefulness of our resources.'...