Gary Nelson (bishop)
Gary Nelson is the current bishop of the Anglican Diocese of North West Australia, the largest diocese in geographical size in the Anglican Church of Australia, covering approximately a quarter of the Australian continent.[1]
Early life
He grew up in Western Sydney and trained as a teacher at Sydney University.
Ministry
He was assistant curate in Dapto and later rector of Panania.
Nelson served as Director of External Studies at Moore Theological College from 2006 until his appointment as Bishop of North West Australia in 2012.[1][2]
Statement on same-sex marriage
Nelson stated that in the event that same-sex marriage was legalised in Australia, if he believes that religious freedom is not adequately protected, he will refuse to register any marriages.[3][4]
Family life
He spent two years with his wife in Papua New Guinea as missionary teachers.
References
- Russell Powell (12 February 2012). "Nelson heads north by northwest". Sydney Anglicans. Retrieved 17 January 2019.
- "Gary Nelson". LinkedIn. Retrieved 17 January 2019.
- "Anglican bishop may refuse to marry all couples if 'Yes' vote triumphs". Special Broadcasting Service. 12 October 2017. Retrieved 13 October 2017.
- "Anglican bishop threatens over Australian same-sex marriages". La Croix International. 12 October 2017. Retrieved 17 January 2019.
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| Preceded by David Mulready |
Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of North West Australia 2012–present |
Incumbent |