Context
The national Church institutions have held a consultation to inform a new vocation strategy, and the House of Bishops has emphasised increasing candidates for ministry. The biennial diocesan directors of ordinands conference is taking place this week.
Question
What steps are the Church Commissioners taking to increase the number of ordained clergy? As a member of the Ecclesiastical Committee, I note the significant presence of officials at meetings and wonder if slimming down Church bureaucracy could free up more resources for ministry work.
Answer from The Leader of the House of Commons (Sir Alan Campbell)
I will certainly do that. I will ask my hon. Friend to write to the hon. Gentleman on this matter.
Not addressed: Specific steps by Church Commissioners not detailed
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