placed to reach the most vulnerable , and have the networks , resources and capacity for social mobilization to do so . We are all made in the image of God , and should be doing our utmost to make sure that all are welcome in this place . We have the power to effect change both within our own walls and without – the events of this Synod have made this clear . I cannot emphasise enough the importance of working together . Cooperation is essential for movements such as this – we need to be building bridges , not walls , and it is especially important to be engaging men and boys in the fight for gender equality . Men , if you think this isn ’ t about you , I can assure you , you are wrong . I firmly believe that the liberation of women is directly linked to the liberation of men , and you can be vital partners in making equality a reality .
The Commission was an inspiring , faith-affirming , and transformational experience , and I am so grateful for what I learned and for those I met . The relationships I have made with Anglican women across the world will last for years to come , and are so important for the work we are aiming to do on our return to our respective provinces . We all have different struggles , but a common goal of equality for all .
When thinking about all of these issues , I keep coming back again and again to one bible verse , so I will leave you with this passage from Galatians , Chapter 3 . “ So , in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith , for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ . There is neither Jew nor Gentile , neither slave nor free , nor is there male and female , for you are all one in Christ Jesus .” Thank you .
Rachael studies International Relations at the University of St Andrews . Follow her on Twitter @_ rachaelfraser
Pilgrimage to Whithorn
The Development Team for Prayer and Spirituality offers the chance to join a Pilgrimage to Whithorn led by Bishop Gregor and David Wostenholm on Saturday 2 nd September 2017
Transport will be arranged where possible , to arrive around mid-day at St . Martin & St Ninian ’ s Church , where the Eucharist will be celebrated . After lunch ( please bring a packed lunch ), the options will be to explore the Whithorn Museum and Iron-age Roundhouse , or for the hardy , to scramble over the rocky beach to St Ninian ’ s cave , before leaving for home about 4.30
The pilgrimage is open to everyone , so bring a friend & spread the word .
Will all those interested please notify Jennifer Fitzgibbon at j2fg @ aol . com , or Christine at the Diocesan Office , 5 St . Vincent Place , Glasgow , G1 2DH Tel : 0141 221 5720 / 2694 , christine @ glasgow . anglican . org by 20 th July .
Please indicate if you will require / or could provide transport .
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