GAFCON (Global Anglican Future Conference)
Conservative Anglican alliance (founded 2008) of provinces opposing LGBT+ inclusion. Substantial Global South membership including Nigerian Anglican Church.
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BITE breakdown
0 — conservative Anglican alliance opposing LGBT+ inclusion; mainstream low-moderate control.
Profile facts
In context
GAFCON formed in response to the Episcopal Church's 2003 consecration of Gene Robinson. Aligns conservative Anglican provinces (Nigeria, Uganda, Sydney) with breakaway North American jurisdictions (ACNA). Conservative theological discipline; not high-control compared to specific NRMs.
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Timeline
- 2008First GAFCON conference Jerusalem
Sources
- Various GAFCON publications search ↗
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