Final approval given to women bishops at COE General Synod
The Church of England today gave the final seal of approval to women bishops, following the passing of legislation by the General Synod in July.
At the Synod's meeting this afternoon at Church House, an amendment which states that "A man or woman may be consecrated into the office of bishop" was written into Canon Law following a final show of hands.
Six officers signed the instrument of enactment before members of the Synod. The House of Bishops is scheduled to meet immediately after the close of Synod today....