Rev Dan

After the House of Bishops ruled that standalone same-sex blessing services can’t go ahead without Synod approval, several prominent clergy have declared they’ll do it anyway. From Canon Simon Butler’s public defiance to Dr Charlie Bell’s call for open resistance and renewed Synod campaigning, the fallout from Living in Love and Faith has only deepened the Church of England’s divide. In this episode, Rev Dan unpacks the rebellion, the theology, and the heart of the crisis, showing how each side is claiming the moral high ground while the authority of Scripture and the unity of the Church hang in the balance. Because no matter what the bishops decide or the canons say, every one of us will stand before the judgement seat of Christ, and that’s what truly matters.

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This week on Rev Dan’s Round Up, the headlines tell a story of tension and truth across the Church, but also of courage, conviction, and hope. The Living in Love and Faith process has left the Church of England more divided than ever, as bishops, deans, and clergy clash over blessing same sex relationships and biblical authority. While the hierarchy wavers, thousands of ordinary believers are stepping out in faith, from churches joining the Shine Your Light prayer weekend across Britain, to evangelist Ben Jack urging the global Church not to dilute the gospel at the World Evangelical Alliance Assembly. At the same time, persecuted Christians in Nigeria continue to rebuild their churches brick by brick, showing the world that the gospel is fireproof. In Finland, MP Päivi Räsänen and Bishop Juhana Pohjola face their nation’s Supreme Court for quoting Scripture, a case that will decide whether biblical truth can still be spoken in Europe without fear. And even as truth stands trial, the Word of God keeps running free, with Wycliffe Bible Translators celebrating Scripture now available in over 4,000 languages worldwide. Through it all, one message stands clear. The Church may be shaking, but the Kingdom is not. Christ is still building His Church in the courtroom, in the refugee camp, in the streets, and in the heart that refuses to give up on truth.

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Articles: https://www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/2025/31-october/news/uk/anger-voiced-over-house-of-bishops-living-in-love-and-faith-decision https://www.christiantoday.com/news/churches-to-hold-72-hour-prayer-vigils-at-halloween https://www.christiantoday.com/news/go-out-to-the-world-but-dont-dilute-the-gospel-says-evangelist https://www.christiantoday.com/news/where-is-the-church-religious-freedom-advocate-decries-churchs-silence-amid-global-persecution-crisis https://www.christiantoday.com/news/finlands-top-court-to-hear-free-speech-case-over-bible-based-comments https://www.christiantoday.com/news/bible-translation-accelerates-as-millions-receive-scripture-in-their-own-language?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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A historic moment saw King Charles III pray publicly with the Pope for the first time in modern history, raising big questions about unity, truth and the future of the Church of England. Meanwhile, the ACNA faces a leadership crisis, UK churches warn of building closures, pressure mounts to remove Christian worship in schools, anti-Christian hostility rises across Europe, and yet – signs of a quiet revival are beginning.

In this week’s Round Up, we look beyond the headlines to see what God may be doing in the shaking, and how the faithful remnant can stand firm with grace, truth and courage.

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A historic moment for Anglicans worldwide.GAFCON has declared that it is now the Global Anglican Communion, no longer recognising Canterbury’s authority or the Instruments of Communion.This isn’t a minor dispute — it’s the biggest realignment in Anglicanism since the Reformation.

In this video, Rev Dan explains what GAFCON’s declaration means for the Church of England, for global Anglicanism, and for believers seeking to live faithfully in a time of division.From Kigali to Canterbury, from parish pews to Primates’ Councils, this is the story of how the world’s Anglicans are choosing between consensus and confession, compromise and conviction.

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In this week’s Rev Dan’s Round Up, we look at a Communion dividing, a Cathedral defacing, and a culture despising — yet through it all, God’s Spirit is still at work.

🔍 What’s inside:• Global Anglican Realignment – GAFCON & GSFA claim moral and missional leadership for the Communion.• Canterbury Cathedral Graffiti Row – when sacred walls become social canvases.• Religious Hate Crimes at Record High – faith under fire across England & Wales.• CEEC Response to the Bishops’ Admissions – truth pushing through bureaucracy.• China’s Zion Church Crackdown – silenced pastors, unbroken faith.• Persecution in Nigeria & Pakistan – justice denied, witness undimmed.• Brazil 4 A.M. Prayer Movement – revival rising before dawn.

From Canterbury to China, from England’s headlines to Brazil’s livestream prayers, one truth remains: the Kingdom of Christ cannot be shaken.

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The House of Bishops has confirmed that the Prayers of Love and Faith will remain commended under Canon B5 — while “bespoke” services are pushed into a long Canon B2 legislative process and clergy same-sex marriage stays under review.But behind the careful wording lies a deeper story about doctrine, discipline, and control.

In this deep-dive, Rev Dan unpacks what these decisions really mean — why blessings continue while doctrine hangs in the balance, why delegated oversight was quietly dropped, and what could happen when Synod meets again in 2026.If you care about the future of biblical faithfulness in the Church of England, this is the update you need to listen to.

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The Church of England has reached a turning point. Dame Sarah Mullally, the Bishop of London, has been nominated as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury. In this Rev Dan Deep Dive, we explore

The 5 Biggest Challenges she will face:

Unity – Holding together a Church that no longer agrees

Doctrine – Defining what the Church truly believes

Global Communion – Repairing fractured relationships with GAFCON and the Global South

Leadership – Leading with clarity, not compromise

Future – Whether the Church of England can find renewal in decline

Based on Ian Paul’s blog “What Challenges Face Sarah Mullally as the New Archbishop?” (psephizo.com), this video examines what her appointment means for the Church of England, the wider Anglican Communion, and the faithful who remain committed to biblical truth.

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The Church of England is facing a spiritual and moral crisis — same-sex blessings through the Prayers of Love and Faith, safeguarding scandals like Smyth and Fletcher, confusion among bishops, and the appointment of Sarah Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury.Many faithful Christians are now asking: Is it time to leave the Church of England?

In this video, Rev Dan reflects on that question honestly.He explores what’s gone wrong, why so many are disillusioned, and why staying might actually be the most faithful thing we can do.

From GAFCON and GSFA to the authority of Scripture and the history of renewal in Anglicanism, this is a call to endurance — not escape.It’s about being a faithful remnant and a creative minority in a Church that’s lost its way, trusting that Christ will build His Church and the gates of hell will not prevail.

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This week’s announcement of Dame Sarah Mullaly as the next Archbishop of Canterbury marks a defining moment for the Church of England.Is this a new dawn of progress — or the continuation of a long drift away from biblical conviction?

In this video, Rev Dan explores what this appointment really reveals about the direction of the national church, the growing gap between hierarchy and local parishes, and what it means for those trying to stay faithful within a compromised institution.We’ll talk about leadership, theology, the faithful remnant, and the hope that Christ will still build His Church — even when institutions falter.

👉 Listen to the end for a message of hope and a call to stand firm.📖 “Preach the word… in season and out of season.” (2 Timothy 4)

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The race to find the next Archbishop of Canterbury has taken a fresh turn. New reports suggest women are being seriously considered — including Sarah Mullally, Rachel Treweek, and Guli Francis-Dehqani.

All three have backed the Church of England’s decision to allow blessings for same-sex couples, so their appointment would likely mean that direction continues. For some this is a sign of inclusion; for others it raises deep theological concerns.

What would this mean for complementarian parishes, for the flying bishops, and for the Anglican Communion where many provinces do not ordain women? Could Canterbury still hold the centre, or would it risk becoming the figurehead of a smaller Western bloc?

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