Archbishop of York’s Christmas Day sermon ‘empty words’, Bishop of Newcastle says

In a Christmas Day sermon, Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell called for the Church of England to repent and “be changed” following a turbulent year of abuse allegations. Bishop of Newcastle Helen-Ann Hartley criticized his words as “empty,” questioning their sincerity. With Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigning and Archbishop Cottrell set to lead, the Church faces ongoing challenges of addressing historic abuse and seeking redemption.

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