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Building a good UK, playing its part amongst the nations

Following the decision by the British people t leave the EU on 23 June, Archbishop Justin Welby and Archbishop John Sentamu issued a joint statement asking everyone to act with humility and courage - being true to the principles that make the very best of the UK.

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Identity and risk (1)

In the first of two opinion pieces Philip Giddings explores Christian perspectives on identity. Giddings makes the point that whatever view we take of our national history, culture, or of the differences and similarities we have with the citizens of neighbouring states, we recognize that as creatures of Almighty God they share with us the possibility of a common identity in Christ, an identity which He calls upon us to share.

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Strength in unity through diversity

Caroline Spelman looks at the diversity across the Anglican Communion to make the case that it is this breadth of diversity that gives the Communion its strength. She holds that it is the same for the EU. The diversity of the European Union benefits us, amongst other things, in terms of travel and trade. Diversity often appears to be the strength behind unity, offering a variety of different approaches, understanding and skills in the face of adversity in a way that homogeneity cannot.

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