Martina Burke, mother of teacher Enoch Burke, was among those who interrupted the Church of Ireland General Synod in Armagh on Saturday. File photograph: Collins CourtsA motion to allow all children of unmarried mothers be baptised in the Church of Ireland was rejected at its General Synod in Armagh, despite the overwhelming support of lay delegates. Separately, proceedings at the General Synod, in the Armagh City Hotel, were disrupted for a short period on Saturday, with a protest by Martina Burke and members of her family. READ MOREA spokesman for the Church of Ireland said on Saturday evening that, following the intervention members of the Burke family, “the business of the General Synod was suspended and resumed 45 minutes later”. Rev Sam Johnston of Down diocese opposed the motion and urged the Synod to mandate clergy and bishops “to navigate these complex times”.

Source: The Irish Times May 13, 2024 10:47 UTC