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By Frankie Simpson, Synod Member

Anglican Church of the Province of Southern Africa 

The House of Laity voted against a proposal to amend Canon 34 on 
Holy Matrimony brought the Revd Rob Jobling of the Diocese of the 
Highveld. The amendment called for dropping the interview 
requirements before a divorced person could re-marry. After 
extensive debate, mainly by bishops and clergy, the Bishop of 
Natal called for a vote by houses. Testimony was given by a synod 
member on how important the interview process was in his case. 
The laity rejected the amendment. 

BISHOPSCOURT
The traditional episcopal residence at Bishopscourt is to become a 
wholly owned property of a CPSA Trust. A complicated legal 
process will commence. The proposal passed unanimously with no 
discussion. 

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Item submitted by the CPSA Provincial Synod Media Team
Synod meeting in Durban, Diocese of Natal, South Africa

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