[KIM] LAWTON: There was also intense debate about changing some of the ways the Communion operates. Some bishops are pushing for a broad statement of agreement that would help define who Anglicans are.
Bishop [MARK] LAWRENCE: There is a limit as to what diversity can allow for in the midst of a family, a community that has to trust one another.
LAWTON: Many bishops are increasingly frustrated by the seeming stalemate, and not surprisingly, there are differing opinions about whether schism can ultimately be avoided.
Bishop [PETER] BECKWITH: If we don’t change is that Communion going to continue? That remains to be seen, but I would say it’s very questionable.
Bishop TOM SHAW (Diocese of Massachusetts): On some days I have really significant conversations with individual bishops and in groups, and I get a sense that we really are listening to one another and trying to find a path forward. And then on other days it doesn’t seem like we’re really talking to one another and it’s hard for me to see how we’ll be able to go forward.
Bishop [MARC] ANDRUS: There will be a Communion. It may look different than the Communion we have today. I think most of the people here will stick with each other.
LAWTON: Organizers hope this Lambeth Conference has helped the bishops build the relationships needed to hold the Communion together. Many here say they will also need some divine intervention to make that happen.