Best of the Spectator Holy Smoke: Welby resigns - crisis at the Church of England
Nov 12, 2024
Michael Gove, Editor of The Spectator, discusses the shocking resignation of Archbishop Justin Welby amid a damning report on child abuse linked to the Church of England. They explore the accountability issues raised by Welby’s actions—or lack thereof—regarding past abuses. The conversation delves into the church's struggles with leadership trust, the need for reform in safeguarding practices, and the broader implications for English Christianity. Gove brings a critical eye to the intersection of faith and politics in this unfolding crisis.
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