06/10/2026
(ACC stands for Anglican Consultative Council, one of the “instruments of communion” for Anglican churches worldwide.)
The Revd Helen Van Koevering, Chair of the International Anglican Women’s Network, is preparing to attend ACC-19.
Helen describes her own story as one shaped by many parts of the Anglican Communion: ‘I was born and raised in England, confirmed in Durham, married in Mozambique, a missionary in Zimbabwe, ordained a priest in Wales, served for 25 years the church in northern Mozambique, and, now, the Episcopal Church for 10 years.’
Looking ahead to ACC-19, Helen said: ‘I am excited to sit with our global church at a momentous time of discerning God’s mission with us going forward! It feels like being invited to the kitchen not just the table.’
Her prayer is: ‘Lord and Father of all, You are our guide and satisfy our needs and hopes; may our conversations bring renewed relationships, inspire us into Your mission with all at the edges of the diverse communities of our beloved Communion, and encourage the rebuilding, restoration and reconciliation of all that is broken, hurting and divided. And all so that we may bring glory to You. Amen.’
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