World Council of Churches general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay, upon hearing about the resignation of Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, in light of the long-maintained conspiracy of silence about the abuses of children by John Smyth, recognized that the decision to resign is difficult for him, his family, the Church of England and the Anglican Communion.
“We commend his wisdom to take personal and institutional responsibility for the silence and inability to address the heinous abuses committed on children,” said Pillay. “Our hearts and thoughts go out to the victims and families of those abused.”
Pillay extended prayers that the emotional scars and wounds suffered over the years may find God’s healing, peace and justice.
“Our prayers are also with the Church of England as you go through this difficult time and transition in leadership,” he said. “May God grant you wisdom in the way forward as you address your internal challenges and how you may reach out and minister to victims and their loved ones. May the God of life, hope, love and truth guide us in all our paths.”
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