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Anglican Archbishop describes Essendon saga as 'crazy' as debate continues on Andrew Thorburn's resignation

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Anglican Archbishop Phillip Freier said Premier Daniel Andrews rushed to comment on the Essendon situation. Mr Thorburn resigned on Tuesday after it was revealed he was the chair of a church that had articles on its website which were critical of abortion and said practising homosexuality was a sin. Dr Freier urged organisations not to make a "knee-jerk reaction" based on public response.

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Anglican Archbishop describes Essendon saga as 'crazy' as debate continues on Andrew Thorburn's resignation

The Anglican Archbishop for Melbourne warns organisations not to make a "knee-jerk response" to issues involving religious beliefs.

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Anglican Archbishop weighs in on Andrew Thorburn saga

The Anglican Archbishop has offered his support to Andrew Thorburn, the former Essendon CEO who was forced to choose between the job and his church. Mr Thorburn is chair of City on the Hill church, an offshoot of the Anglican church, which has been criticised for its conservative views. Anglican Archbishop Dr Phillip Freer says […]

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