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Church of England blasted for hasty church abuse compensation plan

The BBC reports that a paper issued by the Church of England’s Independent Safeguarding Board (ISB) warns that the church’s plan to assist survivors of church abuse, put together in haste, may result in further trauma to victims. The report follows complaints from survivors about the the church’s Interim Support Scheme, which was developed as a result of Read More

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Reward announced for information in Grant Solomon case

A reward of up to $10,000 is now available for anyone providing information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the death of Grant Solomon, who died on July 20, 2020 in Gallatin Tennessee. The reward is being offered by Anglican Watch in conjunction with others interested in the case. Tips can be provided Read More

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People like Jesus. They don’t like Christians, according to recent Barna survey

There’s good and bad news for Christians in the most recent Barna survey of attitudes toward religion.  The good news is that people appreciate Jesus, with 71% of Americans responding positively. Tellingly, 70 percent of millennials respect and admire Jesus—the highest level among all cohorts. And this number has remained constant over several decades, with only negligible declines Read More

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Additional investigation reveals Aaron Solomon likely killed son Grant

Anglican Watch has spent the last several days investigating evidence in the death of Grsnt Solomon. For those just visiting the site for the first time, Grant died at age 18 in Gallatin, Tennessee, after allegedly being dragged by his truck. The circumstances are highly questionable, and his father, Aaron, was the only witness. Thus, many believe that Aaron Read More

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Amazing. Update on vigil for Grant Solomon

Although we weren’t able to be there, we have received photos and video from the Nashville vigil for Grant Solomon. It was an amazing event, full of love and hope, as participants called for an investigation into the circumstances around Grant’s death. We’ll post more later today, but for now, please enjoy this video. #justiceforgrant

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Numbers that matter—on the annual parochial report and missing data

As churches struggle to find footing in what we hope are the waning days of the pandemic, Anglican Watch has been rummaging around the mountains of statistical data from the church. And while there are heaps and piles of data in all directions, we see trends that point to some dangerous omissions in annual report data. Specifically, many parishes are Read More

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Sad news from St. Paul’s Montvale

Curiosity may have killed the cat, but mendacity marred the ministry of St. Paul’s Montvale. And yes, we are thinking of the group we generously term “the dissidents” and their abusive behavior. In a letter sent moments ago to parishioners, dissidents, and others, Bishop Carlye Hughes announced that she had approved a request by the church’s vestry to Read More

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Episcopal priest Thomas Hudson fingered in MD Catholic abuse report

There’s a big issue with the Maryland attorney general’s report about abusive priests in the Catholic church: the Baltimore circuit court has ordered the redactions of some names, including ten alleged offenders and Catholic officials who may have covered up crimes. And while the Catholic church has assured the public that none of the redacted names reflect persons Read More

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CoE safeguarding program lurches towards collapse

Anglican Watch has never covered the mess in the Church of England’s (CoE) safeguarding program as thoroughly as we should. That’s because, as an established church, the CoE has layers of administration and bureaucracy that are unfathomable to us. But one thing’s very clear: the CoE’s safeguarding process is teetering on the brink of implosion. Why? The reasons are Read More

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An open letter to Aaron Solomon: time to pack it in

Aaron, As you probably know, we’ve been covering your story for some time. And we have a straightforward message for you: Time’s up. To be clear, while we cannot yet prove it, we are confident you killed your son Grant. And abused your wife. And sexually assaulted your daughter. There’s plenty of evidence, and we have zero doubt Read More

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Pattern of corruption emerges in Tennessee, as law enforcement comes up with new reasons to withhold Covenant church shooting evidence

Anglican Watch is not big on conspiracy theories. Indeed, our experience is that government is terrible at keeping anything a secret—just ask Jack Teixeira. But having covered both the Covenant School active shooter and the death of Grant Solomon, we’re seeing a pattern of cover-up, incompetence, dishonesty, and indifference by Tennessee officials that’s nothing short of appalling. We say that as Read More

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Outrageous: Todd Ousley sends letter of support to fugitive heading Haitian standing committee

The Living Church reports that morally bankrupt Todd Ousley, the bishop for pastoral development and part of the presiding bishop’s office, has issued a letter of support for the president of the standing committee in Haiti. While the letter has several problems, the biggest problem is that it overlooks a critical point. Specifically, Jean Madoché Vil, the standing committee president, Read More

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Time sensitive: Candlelight vigil in Nashville for Grant Solomon’s family

There is a candlight vigil in Nashville Thursday, May 25 to raise awareness of Grant Solomon’s death and the suspicious circumstances of his death, and calling for the FBI to open an investigation. Where: NASHVILLE PUBLIC SQUARE PARK walking to the OMNI When: Thursday, May 25, 2023 Time: 7pm Dress code PINK – Grant’s favorite color Posters welcome Read More

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TEC misses the mark in its profile for the next presiding bishop

Have you ever read an article that comes close but never manages to tell the whole story? An article that takes you 90 percent of the way there but never quite rounds third base? If so, you may read the joint nominating committee’s profile for the next presiding bishop of the Episcopal church and feel a sense of Read More

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Corrupt Episcopal bishop Alan Gates announces retirement

Alan Gates, the deeply corrupt Episcopal bishop of the Diocese of Massachusetts, has announced his retirement. In a letter posted on the diocesan website, Gates announced plans to retire at the end of 2024. Additionally, he has called for the election of his successor, and indicated that the Rt. Rev. Susan Gallagher will continue as assisting bishop through Read More

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Time for the feds to get involved, as reports of child sex abuse and murder swirl at another Christian school in Nashville

This is an excruciatingly painful story. But it’s an important story involving a church failing to help alleged abuse victims. And it illustrates how power imbalances can result in horrific outcomes in our court system. The situation involves allegations of child sexual abuse and the purported murder of a student enrolled at Grace Christian Academy. Anglican Watch has thoroughly investigated these Read More

More uproar at Christ Anglican in Irvington NJ

The press release below marks the latest in a series of outrageous incidents by the Church of Nigeria.  For background, visit: https://virtueonline.org/church-nigeria-bishop-leads-violent-sectarian-mob-attacking-anglican-church-new-jersey https://virtueonline.org/nigeria-remains-silent-face-mob-attack-anglican-parish https://virtueonline.org/irvington-nj-christ-anglican-church-new-jersey-fires-rejoinder-attempted-takeover Anglican Watch calls on the Church of Nigeria, its dioceses, bishops, and members to stop the bullying. The behavior described is illegal and unacceptable, regardless of the reason or the intended outcome. It also is Read More