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Friction has long-simmered within the global Anglican Communion over its 42 provinces sharp differences on whether to recognize same-sex marriage and ordain LGBTQ clergy. The divisions widened this year as conservative bishops affirmed their opposition to LGBTQ inclusion and demanded "repentance" by provinces with inclusive policies.
(AP/RNS) The divide came into the spotlight four months ago at the communion’s Lambeth Conference, typically held once every decade to bring together bishops from the more than 165 countries.