Community values
Yet, while churches contribute so much to the nation's heritage, they remain a focal point for local communities – the fulcrum of parish activities. And it is here that the answer to the CoE's funding
conundrum rests, rather than in the rarefied atmosphere of the General Synod which will debate the subject of government funding tomorrow at the behest of the Archdeacon of Leeds.
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Hide AdIf more clergy looked to further develop proactive measures to encourage more families to use their facilities and restore community values, rather than creating the impression that they're preoccupied with the struggle for the CoE's soul, then their various fundraising appeals may be answered more generously.