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.

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."