Debates on Church Establishment and Dissent in Ireland and Wales
The article surveys religious controversy in Britain, arguing the Establishment harms reform efforts. It cites the Scottish Synod on lay representation, critiques Irish education under denominational systems, and discusses Welsh church endowments, Methodist orthodoxy, and Wesleyan liberties. It notes press opinions and notable figures like Mr. Weldon, Mr. Oldham, Mr. Williams, and Henry Richard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Ireland
Watkin Williams
Wales
Noel
Miall
Williams
John Wesley
Ransom
Reconstruction of the Irish Church Synod Proceedings
The first Diocesan Synods meet in Belfast to plan the Irish Church reorganisation. Proposals include adopting the Church of England doctrine and governance, fair lay representation by diocese, and an aggregate committee to guide reform. Armagh Tuam Synod forms rules and prayers, while Dublin clergy elect proctors and discuss lay representation and future general synods. A correspondent notes fiscal shifts and commutation changes affecting Church funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belfast
Down and Connor
England
America
Colonies
Church of England
Trish
Forde
M.V
Dublin
Armagh
Tuam
St. Patrick
Alexander Irwin
Glandelagh
The
Express
Martin
Kilmore
Archbishop speech on The Church of England heard
A recent address by the Archbishop discusses the Church of England. The speech outlines theological positions and church roles within society, reflecting on religious duty, leadership, and the church’s place in modern life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Wooolian
Also Mentioned on This Page
Diocesan Educational Board
Church Buildings Societies
Scotland
Glasgow
R. G. Weldon
A. Edmonstone
Weldon
Oldham
College of Bishops
Times of
Philip II
Spain
Mary Queen of Scots
James II
Duke of York
Charles II
Duke of Cumberland
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