Tuesday, July 01, 2008

UK: Gay rights protestors thrown out of Anglican summit at All Souls

By John Bingham
01/07/2008

Gay rights activists have been thrown out of a summit of rebel Anglicans opposed to liberalisation of church teaching on issues such as homosexuality.

Campaigner Peter Tatchell and fellow protesters attempted to storm the meeting in central London which follows the setting up of a break-away group threatening the union of the world-wide communion.

Holding a placard accusing traditionalists of "crucifying" homosexual believers, Mr Tatchell had denounced moves to set up a rival communion opposed to liberal values.

More than 750 Church of England clergy and wardens are attending the event at All Souls Church in London's Langham Place. the rest

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