The Friends of Canterbury Cathedral in the United States (FOCCUS) provides the connection for the Episcopal Church in America with over 1400 years of roots in English Christendom and with its global network of the Anglican community in 164 countries.  One of the oldest and most respected icons in the English-speaking Christian world, a symbol of reconciliation since medieval times and the cornerstone of Anglican unity, Canterbury Cathedral is positioned to expand its leadership role in the quest for international progress in mission and reconciliation. With the establish of the International Study Centre (ISC) on the grounds of Canterbury Cathedral, new capabilities of bond building and reconciliation have been made possible.  [FOCCUS was instrumental in supporting its construction.]  The Cathedral Lodge and Study Centre at Canterbury facilitates stimulating visits for pilgrimages; annual summer programs for young seminarians and priests, to study with their colleagues from many nations; and opportunities for both religious and secular to convene important global assemblies to conduct affairs in the context of this historic Cathedral.  Supporting FOCCUS is an opportunity for American Anglicans to play a more important role in discussions and programs through which the Anglican community can help make our church, and maybe even the world, a better place.

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Friends of Canterbury Cathedral in the United States
888 17th Street, NW
Suite 220
Washington, D.C
20006
E-mail:friends@foccus.us