Posted on 12 Jun 14
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In The Lords
Speaking about the serious challenges faced by churches Andrew said: “[Many] have offered kindness, opportunity and a strong sense of community that has helped relieve social tensions and supported the most vulnerable in our society.” But others have “ … been closed-off, sadly sometimes inward-looking, with their heads in the sand if not in the clouds.” Commenting on the need for reform to help churches become more meaningful within communities Andrew urged them to: “embrace [the enterprise] culture, to use their talents and join the next generation of young people as they become ever more entrepreneurial, while they still have the time.”
Read the acclaimed speech in full on Hansard:
http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/ld201415/ldhansrd/text/140612-0002.htm#14061243000337