Archbishops Questions on Rubrics Stir Church Controversy
The piece critiques Archbishop’s questions on the Rubrics in the Public Worship Regulation Act debates. It argues the proposals would favor Evangelicals and Broad Churchmen while pressuring Ritualists, risking a split over eastward posture and Athanasian Creed omissions. It contends concessions for ritualism could invite Rationalism, undermining national life.
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Cerberus
Ecclesiastical notes on Irish clergy and the Irish Church
The Times letters discuss Irish clergy migrations to England and the compounding funds. They note hundreds of curates added before Gladstone's Act and examine the Irish Church’s decline in status, governance challenges, and calls for reform towards a more movable mission. The piece contrasts English Nonconformity’s adaptability with Irish Church rigidity and hints at Convocation reforms.
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Times
Ireland
Jellett
Times of
Armagh
the Times of
Ropar
Partebus
Connemara
Evangelical Party
Church of England