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Disestablishment Debate in Ceylon Over Episcopal Control
The piece argues disestablishment and state funding of the Church of England in Ceylon amid a clash between bishops and missionaries. It cites Governor comments, Parliament appeals, and the Ceylon Observer urging an end to state endowments as a catalyst for reform and broader Anglican policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bartle Frere
Society For the Propagation of the Gospel
Episcopal Organisation of Our Missions
Church Missionary Society
England
Colombo
Ceylon
Jamaica
Gregory
Lord Carnarvon
Jermyn
Hercules Robinson
Lord Cumberley
Executive Council
Claughton
Colonial Office
Carnarvon
Salisbury
India
Bishop Copleston