May not a man be a Christian who cannot explain how the nativity of the Son differs from the procession of the Holy Spirit? If I believe in the Trinity in Unity, I want no arguments. If I do not believe, I shall not be convinced by reason. The sum of religion is peace, which can only be when definitions are as few as possible and opinion is left free on many subjects. Our present problems are said to be waiting for the next Ecumenical Council. Better let them wait till we see God face to face.
Erasmus (1522)

 

The Y Anglican network looks outward, not inward. Because the network aims to include all young Anglicans, differences of opinion are expected. We don't attempt to define boundaries and we don't recognise divisions. This is network where everyone who agrees to the principles of participation is welcome.

Principles of Participation

 

Inclusivism

Y Anglican is a network for all young Anglicans. The focus of the network is Anglican leaders (both lay and ordained) aged 18 to 40. We are committed to ecumenism and welcome participation from anyone with interest in the network.

Whoever is not against us is for us. (Mark 9.40)

Respect

Y Anglican recognises that not all young Anglicans share common perspectives. We are a network where people can come together on common ground with respect.

Let everyone be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger. (James 1.19)

Faith

Y Anglican is a network for people who share a Christian faith and for people who seek it.

Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. (Hebrews 11.1)

Hope

Hope is an attitude and a paradigm. Y Anglican is optimistic about the future of God's church.

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. (Romans 15.13)

Love

The greatest principle is love. It should govern participation in the network and it should direct all that we attempt to achieve.

For this is the message you have heard from the beginning, that we should love one another. (1 John 3.11)

Comments/concerns about these principles of participation? Feel free to send an email.