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NEWS FEATURE:
Anglican Communion Update
October 7, 2005    Episode no. 906
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BOB ABERNETHY, anchor: A top leader of the worldwide Anglican Communion this week said the Episcopal Church USA has made positive moves to help Anglicans around the world avoid schism over homosexuality. Kim Lawton has more.

KIM LAWTON: Irish Anglican Archbishop Robin Eames was chair of a special commission appointed by the Archbishop of Canterbury to deal with the international crisis created by America's consecration of an openly gay bishop. One year ago, Eames's commission called on the Episcopal Church to take several steps, including an expression of regret for the pain inflicted.

This week Eames praised the U.S. church's efforts.

Photo of Anglican commission Archbishop ROBIN EAMES (The Church of Ireland): I think there's been a very positive response, and one that has pleased me greatly.

LAWTON: But conservatives are still pushing for stronger action. Last month, the Anglican Church of Nigeria changed its constitution to now say it will only be in relationship with churches that "maintain the historic faith."

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Archbishop EAMES: I think they feel that they are fighting a lone battle, but I would beg them to pause and think of the consequences of what they are doing because schism, schism could quickly become a reality.

LAWTON: Still, Eames calls himself a "divine optimist" who believes the Communion can -- and must -- hold together.

Photo of Irish Anglican Archbishop Robin Eames Archbishop EAMES: I'm still convinced that if we disintegrate, other traditions will never again take us seriously. Other traditions will say, "What have you to speak of? You cannot even keep your own house together."

LAWTON: I'm Kim Lawton reporting

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