Bishop Bradly Billings elected as 11th Archbishop of Adelaide
The Anglican Diocese of Adelaide is pleased to announce the election of The Right Reverend Dr Bradly Billings as its 11th Archbishop. You can read the announcement from the Diocese of Adelaide...
Appointment of General Secretary
The Anglican Church of Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs Juliet Wenden as the next General Secretary, commencing in February 2026. Read the statement of the Primate, the Right Reverend Dr Mark Short,...
Primate’s Statement following Statement on the appointment of the new Archbishop of Canterbury
“Please join me in praying for Bishop Sarah, the Church of England, and the wider Anglican Communion, as she prepares to take on this role.” Read the full statement from the Primate on the new Archbishop of Canterbury...
Anglican Church hosts Second Faith, Hope and Love Conference
The Anglican Church of Australia recently hosted its second Faith, Hope & Love Conference in Melbourne – read more here.
Anglican Church leader calls for Gaza Ceasefire
“The abject failure of Israel and Hamas to agree terms for a cease fire is contributing to an intolerable crisis in Gaza,” Archbishop Smith said. You can read the full statement here.
Anglicans welcome a new Primate
“I was pleased that the election process demonstrated strong support for Mark. I am confident that he will bring a Godly, considered leadership to the role, incorporating his wide experience of the Australian Church, a scholarly outlook, and a calm approach” Primate Smith said.
National Domestic and Family Violence Conference for the faith sector: August 18-19, including special Men’s Summit.
Faith and religion are significant – and often compounding – factors in domestic and family violence (DFV). In addition to our desire as a church to respond to human need and to injustice, this reality makes responding to DFV such an important issue for our church.
Join us August 18-19 in Melbourne to engage in shared learning, exchange insights, and continue discerning a faithful church response to domestic and family violence. More details here: https://www.tencommitments.org.au/conference
Bishop Ric Thorpe elected next Archbishop of Melbourne
The Chair of the Board of Nominators, Dr Jenny George, described Archbishop-elect Ric as “an experienced and visionary leader.
Primate’s Resignation Letter
“I thank God for his strength, wisdom, grace, and guidance, and I thank you for your prayers and support,” The Primate said.
DV Sunday – 4 May 2025
The General Synod Families and Culture Commission invites all Anglican churches to join us to mark this Sunday, May 4th as DVSUNDAY in your parish.
Primate’s Statement following the death of Pope Francis
“Francis ministered as Pope with great humility, humanity and a real focus on trying to
follow the way of Jesus.” Read the statement here
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Primate’s Easter Message
“On Good Friday, we see both love and reconciliation.” Read the statement here
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Anglican Bishops Statement on Antisemitism
“Antisemitism, even when the expression of a small minority, injures us all and must be rejected by all.” Read the statement here
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Vale Bishop Keith Rayner
Read the Primate’s message on the death of Bishop Keith Rayner here
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Primate’s Christmas Message 2024
Anglican Church launches social media campaign to tackle causes of domestic violence
Statement from the Primate: Archbishop of Canterbury
Statement regarding the Archbishop of Canterbury
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Statement from the Archbishop of Canterbury
Statement from the Archbishop of Canterbury
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Anglican 16 days of activism against gender-based violence campaign 2024
Between 24 November &12 December 2024, the Anglican Church of Australia will be posting daily on Facebook and Instagram.
Find out more about how your church can be part of this campaign and access resources.
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