Church of Nigeria cuts ties with Church in Wales over appointment of Lesbian Archbishop


Church of Nigeria Cuts Ties with Church in Wales over Appointment of Lesbian Archbishop


The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has officially ended its relationship with the Church in Wales following the appointment of Bishop Cherry Vann, an openly lesbian cleric, as the 15th Archbishop of Wales.

This decision was made public by the Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Most Reverend Henry Ndukuba, during the opening of the 14th Church of Nigeria Conference of Chancellors, Registrars, and Legal Officers at the national secretariat in Abuja. He described the development as a serious deviation from biblical teachings and labeled it “an abomination.”

The conference, themed “Called as a Watchman,” brought together legal experts from across the Church to deliberate on issues related to doctrine, justice, and church governance. In his keynote address titled “The Decade of the Reign of God: Progress, Challenges, and Prospects,” Primate Ndukuba strongly opposed Bishop Vann’s elevation, equating it with the 2003 consecration of Gene Robinson in the U.S., which had similarly led to the Church of Nigeria cutting ties with the Episcopal Church.

He stated: “Just as we did following Gene Robinson’s election, we are now severing every relationship with the Church in Wales.”

Ndukuba criticized the increasing acceptance of progressive theological positions in some Western churches, accusing them of pushing agendas that contradict scripture. “What they present as culture and wisdom is an offense to God,” he said.

Despite the break in formal ties, the Church of Nigeria pledged continued solidarity with conservative Anglicans in Wales through movements such as the Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON). “We stand with the faithful in Wales and will continue to support them through GAFCON,” Ndukuba affirmed.

The Primate also revealed the Church’s intention to broaden its missionary efforts in Europe, with registration efforts underway in Germany, the Netherlands, and Finland. “We believe God is calling us back to Europe for mission,” he said.

Highlighting the Church’s contributions to GAFCON, Ndukuba noted a recent $2.5 million donation to its Endowment Fund, alongside plans for a $2.3 million Nigerian GAFCON Endowment to support orthodox Anglican missions.

He urged legal professionals within the Church to play a vital role in defending the faith and strengthening internal reforms, describing them as modern-day watchmen. He also encouraged their involvement in national advocacy, including pushing for a new Nigerian constitution.

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