Do you want to leave the Church of England? Here are the options!

Many folks have contacted me asking where they could go if they departed from the Church of England, particularly wondering how they can remain Anglican. In this video, I attempt to answer those questions.

[robinsouthrivernj]

I’m a Catholic, a fellow Christian and believer in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and this breaks my heart… to see a steadfast pastor of the faith to have to give guidance to the flock on where to go as the church of his faith implodes. My heart breaks for you. Prayers sent with prayers!😢

[HagridPilosus]

Praying for you. I was an Anglican clergyman and converted to Catholic Ordinariate. It took me ten years of discerning and anguish. Anglicanism nurtured my early faith for which I am grateful. I am so pleased to be able to treasure Anglican traditions in the Catholic church. Blessings on you all.

[DylanDoesBooks]

I was christened CofE as a child, but grew up unreligios. I recently turned 30 and Christianity, for some reason, has been taking my interest. I purchased a bible and started to attend my local Church, but I have given up only 3 weeks in because the lectures were too woke, and I didn't see how it fit in with the Bible.

Here is a quote from a booklet on lent they handed to me:
'Sin is both a power and a behaviour. We don't need- nor are we able to - choose between the two or prioritise one over the other. Perhaps the most obvious example of this is the way the sin of racism has historically shapes and continues to shape the way of our world, particularly in the west, is ordered. One of the revelations of recent thinking on racism is that it is not enough simply to not be racist myself. I must also acknowledge the fact that I am shaped by a history and a society where I have benefitted because of a history of colonialism, racism and oppression.
What is my responsibility in relation to the kind of structural or systematic sin? "

I will continue to read my bible and educate myself, explore my faith individually, until I find a suitable alternative. The majority of the population are not on board with this, and they have lost me, someone who as wanting and willing to attend the church. No wonder their numbers are dwindling.

[MrCharlieC]

I started attending the (Eastern) Orthodox Church last year and it was one of the best things I ever did. Glory to God.

[SarahBethSigns]

I was TEC for several years and finally had to leave when our priest retired and was replaced with a very liberal lesbian priest. She was very kind, but I was unable to remain in the church. I departed without a plan and was without a church home for several years. This was while the ACNA was still in the process of forming. But the Lord urged me to look again and I found a faithful ACNA congregation where I have been worshipping for many years now. It is much further away, but it is worth it to be among faithful believers. My prayers are with all of my C of E brothers and sisters in this time. You all will find your way in time.

[christinacole]

I live in the US and was raised in the Episcopal Church. After years of prayer and discernment, I made the decision to join the Catholic Church and was received last Easter (2022).

[marylinbonnema]

I have just discovered you and I’m so thankful I have ! I’m an Evangelical conservative Anglican here in Canada . I’m distressed as to what I hear within the church and I am praying for the decision I have to make, .

[martindelport]

My grandparents left the C of E in 1903! So my late father grew up in the Congregational church. I also grew up in Congregatiomal church very good church but not one close to where I live so I go to the Baptist church. Very hsppy in the Baptist.

[denisescutt]

So many are leaving now. Thanks Justin Welby

[orthodoxpilgrimofficial]

I don't want to convince anyone here, I will pray for all of you who are firm in the faith and in what is written in the Bible, that you will remain steadfast in your faith and find a parish or church that has not fallen into the Zeitgeist. God's blessing 🕊

[richardlahan]

My wife and I left the Episcopal Church about 10 years ago because of the "progressive" direction in which the church was going. We joined the ACNA (Anglican Church of North America) because of its traditional view of Christian teachings. We are very happy and active in our church.

[finnarfinn]

Rev. Murphy, a few years ago the PCUSA went through something similar with changes to The Book of Order. I was a ordained elder and had to leave the church. After searching i did find what I was looking for within the Catholic Church and have never been more fulfilled spiritually. I pray and hope that my brothers and sisters in the C of E do not despair. Our Lord will guide them to where they need to be. I will be praying for you.

[samruggiero]

Catholic here. I pray for all Anglicans that they may find peace at this tumultuous time. 🙏

[Sweetpea.]

I have been searching, praying and crying before the Lord for guidance. My heart is broken. Your words of wisdom, Brett, have been a lifeline! Thank you…thank you! God bless and keep you ❤

[pamh]

Very nice to hear your Aussie accent and your wisdom. I’m a Roman Catholic Australian our Catholic Church has lost so much since Vatican 2. Good news is some of the newly ordained priests are far less liberal than their predecessors and more adherent to scripture.

[BlueOstinato]

I have been a high church Anglican for a number of years and after much prayer and discernment, I have found much nourishment and closeness to God in a small independent Evangelical church. Took me greatly by surprise, but loyalty to Jesus is more important than our perceived churchmanship, our establishment loyalties or even our liturgical biases.

God bless you for your honesty and compassion Rev. Murphy, my prayers are with you. And my prayers are with my other brothers and sisters in Christ, whatsoever church they are in or moving to. Ultimately we are bible believing Christians and we will take the narrow path necessary to follow our Saviour.

[ritajames]

Thank you Rev Murphy for publishing this video. I have found it full of helpful suggestions worth praying about. May God keep you safe and strong in the ame of Jesus.

[StephenJahn]

I was formerly a pastor in a progressive Lutheran denomination in the US - many kind people among the congregations I served, but the worldly direction of the denomation's leadership made it no longer tenable to stay. Even though church forms were largely maintained, the Holy Spirit was absent, and confusion rather than clarity prevailed. Through much prayer the Lord brought me to a few Bible-based churches in another state. Though the church may indeed wander, the Lord is faithful.

God bless all the faithful in England who are discerning how to respond to the Church of England's leadership at this time.

[johnnymism]

As a Catholic my thoughts and prayers are with you, this is now a problem too for our church.

[bryaneast]

After retirement a few years ago I became increasingly dissatisfied with the direction of the C of E. We have worshipped at an independent chapel for a several years that is part of the Countess of Huntingdon Connection. It is Bible-believing, evangelical, very prayerful and is engaged in open-air ministry as well. It has been so refreshing and enlightening. I was invited to become an elder, a great privilege and it is certainly where the Lord wants us. We do pray for those in the C of E who are struggling. Thankyou for your videos, they are clearly helpful and encouraging for many brothers and sisters. Every blessing. Rev. Bryan V. East