Understanding the Augustan Appeal

The Augustan Appeal addresses the contentious issue of women's ordination within the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA). Authored by three priests, it aims to communicate concerns regarding how this unresolved issue affects ministry and the church's mission. The Appeal comprises eight points that advocate for a traditional understanding of gender roles in ministry while stressing that it is not an ultimatum but a plea to be heard. The authors believe that the ordination of women fundamentally threatens the church's ability to articulate orthodox Christian values and might compromise its future.