Jump to content

Titus Chung: Difference between revisions

Add links
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Browse history interactively
← Previous edit
Content deleted Content added
VisualWikitext
Tikvah1 (talk | contribs)
75 edits
views
Agcayton (talk | contribs)
104 edits
No edit summary
Tags: Visual edit Mobile edit Mobile web edit
 
(10 intermediate revisions by 6 users not shown)
Line 4: Line 4:


{{Infobox Christian leader
{{Infobox Christian leader
| type = Bishop
| type = Archbishop
⚫
| honorific_prefix = [[The Most Reverend]]
| name = Titus Chung Khiam Boon
| name = Titus Chung Khiam Boon
| title = [[Bishop of Singapore]]
| title = Archbishop of the Province of South East Asia<br/>Bishop of Singapore
| image =
| image =
| alt =
| alt =
Line 12: Line 13:
| church = [[Church of the Province of South East Asia]]
| church = [[Church of the Province of South East Asia]]
| archdiocese =
| archdiocese =
| diocese = Anglican Diocese of Singapore
| diocese = [[Anglican Diocese of Singapore|Singapore]]
| see = Diocese of Singapore
| see =
| term = 2024–present (as archbishop)<br/>2020–present (as diocesan bishop)
| term = In office since 2020
| predecessor = [[Rennis Ponniah]]
| predecessor = [[Melter Tais]] (as archbishop)<br/>[[Rennis Ponniah]] (as diocesan bishop)
<!-- Orders -->| ordination = 1997 (priest)
<!-- Orders -->| ordination = 1997 (priest)
| ordinated_by =
| ordinated_by =
| consecration = 2020
| consecration = 2020
| consecrated_by = John Chew <br /> Kuan Kim Seng
| consecrated_by = [[John Chew]] <br /> [[Kuan Kim Seng]]
| rank = <!-- Personal details -->
| rank = <!-- Personal details -->
| birth_date =
| birth_date = 1964 or 1965
| birth_place = [[Singapore]]
| birth_place = [[Singapore]]
| death_date =
| death_date =
Line 28: Line 29:
| children = 2
| children = 2
| previous_post = Vicar of the Chapel of the Holy Spirit (1997-2005) <br /> Priest-in-Charge of [[St Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore|St. Andrew's Cathedral]]'s Mandarin Congregation (2005-2020)
| previous_post = Vicar of the Chapel of the Holy Spirit (1997-2005) <br /> Priest-in-Charge of [[St Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore|St. Andrew's Cathedral]]'s Mandarin Congregation (2005-2020)
⚫
| honorific_prefix = Right Reverend Doctor
| religion = Anglican
| religion = Anglican
}}
}}
Line 38: Line 38:
}}
}}


'''Titus Chung Khiam Boon''' (Chinese: 章剑文) is the [[Archbishop]]-elect of the Anglican [[Church of the Province of South East Asia]] and the 10th [[Bishop of Singapore]]. He is a systematic theologian who serves at [[St Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore|St. Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore]]. He was ordained in 1997 in the [[Anglican Diocese of Singapore|Diocese of Singapore]] after graduating from Trinity Theological College.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Release |first=Press |date=2020-10-23 |title=Titus Chung consecrated Bishop of Singapore |url=https://anglican.ink/2020/10/23/titus-chung-consecrated-bishop-of-singapore/ |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=Anglican Ink © 2022 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=SIN |first=YUEN |date=2020-10-19 |title=Titus Chung becomes 10th bishop of Anglican Church in Singapore |url=https://tnp.straitstimes.com/news/singapore/titus-chung-becomes-10th-bishop-anglican-church-singapore |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=The New Paper |language=en}}</ref>
'''Titus Chung Khiam Boon''' (Chinese: 章剑文) is the [[archbishop]] of the Anglican [[Church of the Province of South East Asia]] and the 10th [[Bishop of Singapore]]. He is a systematic theologian who serves at [[St Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore|St. Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore]]. He was ordained in 1997 in the [[Anglican Diocese of Singapore|Diocese of Singapore]] after graduating from Trinity Theological College.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Release |first=Press |date=2020-10-23 |title=Titus Chung consecrated Bishop of Singapore |url=https://anglican.ink/2020/10/23/titus-chung-consecrated-bishop-of-singapore/ |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=Anglican Ink © 2022 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=SIN |first=YUEN |date=2020-10-19 |title=Titus Chung becomes 10th bishop of Anglican Church in Singapore |url=https://tnp.straitstimes.com/news/singapore/titus-chung-becomes-10th-bishop-anglican-church-singapore |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=The New Paper |language=en}}</ref> Chung was installed for a four-year term as the seventh archbishop of the Province of South East Asia at St Andrew's Cathedral (Singapore) on 23 January 2024.


== Early life and education ==
== Early life and education ==


Chung studied at [[Trinity Theological College, Singapore|Trinity Theological College]]; and then [[University of Edinburgh]]. He received a Doctorate in Philosophy from the latter and his doctorate dissertation was on the Scottish theologian, [[Thomas F. Torrance]]'s theory of divine revelation.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bishop of Singapore – The Diocese of Singapore |url=https://anglican.org.sg/the-bishop-of-singapore/ |access-date=2022-06-12 |language=en-GB}}</ref>
Chung studied at [[Trinity Theological College, Singapore|Trinity Theological College]]; and then [[University of Edinburgh]]. He received a Doctorate in Philosophy from the latter and his doctorate dissertation was on the Scottish theologian, [[Thomas F. Torrance]]'s theory of divine revelation.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |title=Bishop of Singapore – The Diocese of Singapore |url=https://anglican.org.sg/the-bishop-of-singapore/ |access-date=2022-06-12 |language=en-GB}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Alumni |url=https://www.ttc.edu.sg/english/community/alumni/ |access-date=2023-09-30 |website=Trinity Theological College |language=en-US}}</ref>


== Priesthood ==
== Priesthood ==


Prior to Chung's ordination in 1997, he graduated from [[Trinity Theological College, Singapore]]. Thereafter, he became a priest and later, Vicar of the Chapel of the Holy Spirit from 1997 to 2005, before being Priest-in-charge of [[St Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore|St Andrew’s Cathedral]]’s Mandarin congregation.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=SIN |first=YUEN |date=2020-10-19 |title=Titus Chung becomes 10th bishop of Anglican Church in Singapore |url=https://tnp.straitstimes.com/news/singapore/titus-chung-becomes-10th-bishop-anglican-church-singapore |access-date=2022-06-14 |website=The New Paper |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Rt Revd Dr Titus Chung |url=https://ethosinstitute.sg/rt-rev-dr-titus-chung/ |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=ETHOS Institute for Public Christianity |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=All by God’s Grace and All for God’s Glory – St. Andrew's Mission Hospital |url=https://www.samh.org.sg/2020/10/19/all-by-gods-grace-and-all-for-gods-glory/ |access-date=2022-12-12 |language=en-US}}</ref>
Prior to Chung's ordination in 1997, he graduated from [[Trinity Theological College, Singapore]]. Thereafter, he became a priest and later, Vicar of the Chapel of the Holy Spirit from 1997 to 2005, before being Priest-in-charge of [[St Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore|St Andrew's Cathedral]]’s Mandarin congregation.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=SIN |first=YUEN |date=2020-10-19 |title=Titus Chung becomes 10th bishop of Anglican Church in Singapore |url=https://tnp.straitstimes.com/news/singapore/titus-chung-becomes-10th-bishop-anglican-church-singapore |access-date=2022-06-14 |website=The New Paper |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Rt Revd Dr Titus Chung |url=https://ethosinstitute.sg/rt-rev-dr-titus-chung/ |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=ETHOS Institute for Public Christianity |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=All by God’s Grace and All for God’s Glory – St. Andrew's Mission Hospital |url=https://www.samh.org.sg/2020/10/19/all-by-gods-grace-and-all-for-gods-glory/ |access-date=2022-12-12 |language=en-US}}</ref>


Before Chung's installation as the Bishop of Singapore, he taught part-time at his alma mater, Trinity Theological College and at the same time, was the Convenor of Continuing Ministerial Education for Clergy and Deaconesses of the diocese and a member of the Senior Clergy Planning Team.<ref name=":2" />
⚫
On 18 October 2020, Chung was installed as the 10th Bishop of Singapore.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-10-19 |title=Titus Chung formally succeeds Rennis Ponniah as 10th Bishop of Singapore |url=https://saltandlight.sg/news/titus-chung-formally-succeeds-rennis-ponniah-as-10th-bishop-of-singapore/ |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=Salt&Light |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-02-10 |title=Chung Chosen Bishop of Influential Singapore Diocese |url=https://livingchurch.org/2020/02/10/chung-chosen-bishop-of-influential-singapore-diocese/ |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=The Living Church |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Paper |first=The New |date=2020-10-19 |title=Titus Chung becomes 10th bishop of Anglican Church in Singapore |url=https://headtopics.com/sg/titus-chung-becomes-10th-bishop-of-anglican-church-in-singapore-16341883 |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=Head Topics |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Anglican Communion |title=Diocese - South East Asia - Singapore |url=https://www.anglicancommunion.org/structures/member-churches/member-church/diocese.aspx?church=south-east-asia&dio=singapore}}</ref>

⚫
On 18 October 2020, Chung was installed as the 10th Bishop of Singapore at St Andrew's Cathedral.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-10-19 |title=Titus Chung formally succeeds Rennis Ponniah as 10th Bishop of Singapore |url=https://saltandlight.sg/news/titus-chung-formally-succeeds-rennis-ponniah-as-10th-bishop-of-singapore/ |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=Salt&Light |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-02-10 |title=Chung Chosen Bishop of Influential Singapore Diocese |url=https://livingchurch.org/2020/02/10/chung-chosen-bishop-of-influential-singapore-diocese/ |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=The Living Church |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Paper |first=The New |date=2020-10-19 |title=Titus Chung becomes 10th bishop of Anglican Church in Singapore |url=https://headtopics.com/sg/titus-chung-becomes-10th-bishop-of-anglican-church-in-singapore-16341883 |access-date=2022-12-12 |website=Head Topics |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Anglican Communion |title=Diocese - South East Asia - Singapore |url=https://www.anglicancommunion.org/structures/member-churches/member-church/diocese.aspx?church=south-east-asia&dio=singapore}}</ref>

As the Diocesan Bishop of Singapore, Chung holds office and chairmanship in various organisations and institutions of the Anglican Church such as the training institute of the diocese, St Peter's Hall and Anglican schools such as [[Saint Andrew's School, Singapore|St Andrew's School, Singapore]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Search Profile |url=https://www.charities.gov.sg/_layouts/15/CPInternet/SearchOrgProfile.aspx?q=MmY0NThjNDEtMDYxZC1lYzExLWE5YmQtMDA1MDU2OTg4NzY0 |access-date=2023-09-30 |website=www.charities.gov.sg}}</ref>


== Archbishop of the Church of the Province of South East Asia ==
== Archbishop of the Church of the Province of South East Asia ==
At the Extraordinary Provincial Synod of 2023, Chung has been elected as the next Archbishop of the Church of the Province of South East Asia.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Woerman |first=Melodie |date=2023-09-27 |title=Singapore Bishop Titus Chung Khiam Boon elected new primate of the Church of the Province of South East Asia |url=https://www.episcopalnewsservice.org/2023/09/27/singapore-bishop-titus-chung-khiam-boon-elected-new-primate-of-the-church-of-the-province-of-south-east-asia/ |access-date=2023-09-30 |website=Episcopal News Service |language=en-US}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |last=Release |first=Press |date=2023-09-27 |title=Titus Chung elected new archbishop of South East Asia |url=https://anglican.ink/2023/09/27/titus-chung-elected-new-archbishop-of-south-east-asia/ |access-date=2023-09-30 |website=Anglican Ink © 2023 |language=en-US}}</ref> He will succeed the incumbent Anglican Primate of the province, the Most Reverend Datuk Melter Wiki Tais in 2024. Chung's installation service as the 7th Archbishop of the Province will be in early 2024 at St Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore.
At the Extraordinary Provincial Synod of 2023, Chung has been elected as the next Archbishop of the Church of the Province of South East Asia.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Woerman |first=Melodie |date=2023-09-27 |title=Singapore Bishop Titus Chung Khiam Boon elected new primate of the Church of the Province of South East Asia |url=https://www.episcopalnewsservice.org/2023/09/27/singapore-bishop-titus-chung-khiam-boon-elected-new-primate-of-the-church-of-the-province-of-south-east-asia/ |access-date=2023-09-30 |website=Episcopal News Service |language=en-US}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |last=Release |first=Press |date=2023-09-27 |title=Titus Chung elected new archbishop of South East Asia |url=https://anglican.ink/2023/09/27/titus-chung-elected-new-archbishop-of-south-east-asia/ |access-date=2023-09-30 |website=Anglican Ink © 2023 |language=en-US}}</ref> He will succeed the incumbent Anglican Primate of the province, the Most Reverend Datuk [[Melter Tais|Melter Jiki Tais]] in 2024. Chung's installation service as the 7th Archbishop of the Province was held on the 23rd January 2024 at St Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore.


== Views ==
== Views ==


=== '''Evangelicalism''' ===
=== Evangelicalism ===
In an official statement on 12 November 2022, Chung emphasises the importance of obeying the New Commandment and fulfilling the Great Commission, highlighting the central role of faith and evangelism in the church's mission. The Bishop places a strong emphasis on renewal and revival within the church. He believes that the church can be revitalized through spiritual renewal of its leaders and members and calls on individuals to commit themselves afresh to the Lord.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Chung |date=12 November 2022 |title=RENEWAL OF HEARTS, REVIVAL IN CHURCH |url=https://anglican.org.sg/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Presidential-Address_Nov2022website.pdf |access-date=30 September 2023 |website=Anglican Diocese of Singapore}}</ref>
In an official statement on 12 November 2022, Chung emphasises the importance of obeying the New Commandment and fulfilling the Great Commission, highlighting the central role of faith and evangelism in the church's mission. The Bishop places a strong emphasis on renewal and revival within the church. He believes that the church can be revitalised through spiritual renewal of its leaders and members and calls on individuals to commit themselves afresh to the Lord.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Chung |date=12 November 2022 |title=RENEWAL OF HEARTS, REVIVAL IN CHURCH |url=https://anglican.org.sg/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Presidential-Address_Nov2022website.pdf |access-date=30 September 2023 |website=Anglican Diocese of Singapore}}</ref>


=== Sexuality and same-sex marriages ===
=== Sexuality and same-sex marriages ===
In a pastoral letter, Chung, along with all other bishops in the Church of the Province of South East Asia affirm a conservative theological stance on the issue of same-sex unions.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Jiki Tais |date=18 February 2023 |title=Pastoral Letter (Provincial) |url=https://www.sjsm.org.sg/pdfs/Pastoral%20Letter%20(Provincial)_230218.pdf?fbclid=IwAR1BRkEcDEATdEePHw0q3mlYd-ONwBIyVuj8LX8CMrS34POo4HPukfz2sCw |access-date=30 September 2023 |website=St John's-St Margaret's Church, Singapore}}</ref>They firmly assert that marriage, according to Scripture, is solely between one man and one woman. This reflects their commitment to traditional interpretations of the Bible. They expressed strong disagreement with the recent decision of the Church of England to permit blessings for same-sex civil unions. They consider this decision to lack biblical grounding and to be contrary to their theological beliefs. While disagreeing with the Church of England's stance, the Bishops emphasise their commitment to the authority of Scripture. They argue that any words or liturgy used in church services must align faithfully with Scripture, and they see the provision for blessings of same-sex unions as a violation of this theological principle.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Liew |first=Isabelle |date=2023-02-18 |title=Anglican Church in S’pore ‘deeply disappointed’ by Church of England’s blessing of same-sex couples |language=en |work=The Straits Times |url=https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/anglican-church-in-s-pore-deeply-disappointed-by-church-of-england-s-blessing-of-same-sex-couples |access-date=2023-09-30 |issn=0585-3923}}</ref>
In a pastoral letter, Chung, along with all other bishops in the Church of the Province of South East Asia affirm a conservative theological stance on the issue of same-sex unions.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Jiki Tais |date=18 February 2023 |title=Pastoral Letter (Provincial) |url=https://www.sjsm.org.sg/pdfs/Pastoral%20Letter%20(Provincial)_230218.pdf?fbclid=IwAR1BRkEcDEATdEePHw0q3mlYd-ONwBIyVuj8LX8CMrS34POo4HPukfz2sCw |access-date=30 September 2023 |website=St John's-St Margaret's Church, Singapore}}</ref> They firmly assert that marriage, according to Scripture, is solely between one man and one woman. This reflects their commitment to traditional interpretations of the Bible. They expressed strong disagreement with the recent decision of the Church of England to permit blessings for same-sex civil unions. They consider this decision to lack biblical grounding and to be contrary to their theological beliefs. While disagreeing with the Church of England's stance, the Bishops emphasise their commitment to the authority of Scripture. They argue that any words or liturgy used in church services must align faithfully with Scripture, and they see the provision for blessings of same-sex unions as a violation of this theological principle.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Liew |first=Isabelle |date=2023-02-18 |title=Anglican Church in S’pore ‘deeply disappointed’ by Church of England’s blessing of same-sex couples |language=en |work=The Straits Times |url=https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/anglican-church-in-s-pore-deeply-disappointed-by-church-of-england-s-blessing-of-same-sex-couples |access-date=2023-09-30 |issn=0585-3923}}</ref>


Despite their theological stance against same-sex unions, the Bishops express a commitment to love and care for individuals of all sexual orientations. They pledge to journey with such persons and pray for them to live in obedience to God's Word.
Despite their theological stance against same-sex unions, the Bishops express a commitment to love and care for individuals of all sexual orientations. They pledge to journey with such persons and pray for them to live in obedience to God's Word.
Line 68: Line 72:


The Bishops conclude the letter with a call for prayer and faith in God's purpose. They express the hope that God's truth will prevail and indicate their reliance on prayer as a means of addressing theological differences within the Anglican community.
The Bishops conclude the letter with a call for prayer and faith in God's purpose. They express the hope that God's truth will prevail and indicate their reliance on prayer as a means of addressing theological differences within the Anglican community.

== Personal life ==
Chung is married to Connie Chung and they have two sons their twenties, Theodore and Thaddeus.<ref name=":2" />


== References ==
== References ==
<references />
<references />
{{s-start}}

{{s-rel|ac}}
{{s-bef|before= [[Melter Tais]]}}
{{s-ttl| title=[[Church of the Province of South East Asia|Archbishop and Primate of the Church of the Province of South East Asia]]|years=2024–present}}
{{s-inc|rows=2}}
{{s-bef|before= [[Rennis Ponniah]]}}
{{s-ttl|title=[[Anglican Diocese of Singapore|Bishop of Singapore]]|years=2020–present}}
{{s-end}}
{{Authority control}}
{{Anglican Churches}}
{{Anglican Churches}}
{{Churches in Singapore}}
{{Churches in Singapore}}
Line 78: Line 93:
[[Category:Anglican bishops of Singapore]]
[[Category:Anglican bishops of Singapore]]
[[Category:Singaporean Anglicans]]
[[Category:Singaporean Anglicans]]
[[Category:Singaporean bishops]]
[[Category:Singaporean archbishops]]
[[Category:Year of birth missing (living people)]]
[[Category:Year of birth missing (living people)]]
[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:Living people]]

Latest revision as of 03:52, 26 March 2024

The Most Reverend

Titus Chung Khiam Boon
Archbishop of the Province of South East Asia
Bishop of Singapore
ChurchChurch of the Province of South East Asia
DioceseSingapur
In office2024–present (as archbishop)
2020–present (as diocesan bishop)
PredecessorMelter Tais (as archbishop)
Rennis Ponniah (as diocesan bishop)
Previous post(s)Vicar of the Chapel of the Holy Spirit (1997-2005)
Priest-in-Charge of St. Andrew's Cathedral's Mandarin Congregation (2005-2020)
Orders
Ordination1997 (priest)
Consecration2020
by John Chew
Kuan Kim Seng
Personal details
Born1964 or 1965
Singapur
DenominationAnglican
SpouseMrs Connie Chung
Children2
Titus Chung
Traditional Chinese章劍文
Simplified Chinese章剑文
Transcriptions
Standard Mandarin
Hanyu PinyinZhāng Jiànwén

Titus Chung Khiam Boon (Chinese: 章剑文) is the archbishop of the Anglican Church of the Province of South East Asia and the 10th Bishop of Singapore. He is a systematic theologian who serves at St. Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore. He was ordained in 1997 in the Diocese of Singapore after graduating from Trinity Theological College.[1][2] Chung was installed for a four-year term as the seventh archbishop of the Province of South East Asia at St Andrew's Cathedral (Singapore) on 23 January 2024.

Early life and education

[edit]

Chung studied at Trinity Theological College; and then University of Edinburgh. He received a Doctorate in Philosophy from the latter and his doctorate dissertation was on the Scottish theologian, Thomas F. Torrance's theory of divine revelation.[3][4]

Priesthood

[edit]

Prior to Chung's ordination in 1997, he graduated from Trinity Theological College, Singapore. Thereafter, he became a priest and later, Vicar of the Chapel of the Holy Spirit from 1997 to 2005, before being Priest-in-charge of St Andrew's Cathedral’s Mandarin congregation.[5][6][7]

Before Chung's installation as the Bishop of Singapore, he taught part-time at his alma mater, Trinity Theological College and at the same time, was the Convenor of Continuing Ministerial Education for Clergy and Deaconesses of the diocese and a member of the Senior Clergy Planning Team.[3]

On 18 October 2020, Chung was installed as the 10th Bishop of Singapore at St Andrew's Cathedral.[5][8][9][10][11]

As the Diocesan Bishop of Singapore, Chung holds office and chairmanship in various organisations and institutions of the Anglican Church such as the training institute of the diocese, St Peter's Hall and Anglican schools such as St Andrew's School, Singapore.[12]

Archbishop of the Church of the Province of South East Asia

[edit]

At the Extraordinary Provincial Synod of 2023, Chung has been elected as the next Archbishop of the Church of the Province of South East Asia.[13] [14] He will succeed the incumbent Anglican Primate of the province, the Most Reverend Datuk Melter Jiki Tais in 2024. Chung's installation service as the 7th Archbishop of the Province was held on the 23rd January 2024 at St Andrew's Cathedral, Singapore.

Ansichten

[edit]

Evangelicalism

[edit]

In an official statement on 12 November 2022, Chung emphasises the importance of obeying the New Commandment and fulfilling the Great Commission, highlighting the central role of faith and evangelism in the church's mission. The Bishop places a strong emphasis on renewal and revival within the church. He believes that the church can be revitalised through spiritual renewal of its leaders and members and calls on individuals to commit themselves afresh to the Lord.[15]

Sexuality and same-sex marriages

[edit]

In a pastoral letter, Chung, along with all other bishops in the Church of the Province of South East Asia affirm a conservative theological stance on the issue of same-sex unions.[16] They firmly assert that marriage, according to Scripture, is solely between one man and one woman. This reflects their commitment to traditional interpretations of the Bible. They expressed strong disagreement with the recent decision of the Church of England to permit blessings for same-sex civil unions. They consider this decision to lack biblical grounding and to be contrary to their theological beliefs. While disagreeing with the Church of England's stance, the Bishops emphasise their commitment to the authority of Scripture. They argue that any words or liturgy used in church services must align faithfully with Scripture, and they see the provision for blessings of same-sex unions as a violation of this theological principle.[17]

Despite their theological stance against same-sex unions, the Bishops express a commitment to love and care for individuals of all sexual orientations. They pledge to journey with such persons and pray for them to live in obedience to God's Word.

The Bishops highlight the autonomy of Anglican provinces, stressing that the Church of England's decision does not impact their own position and practice. They reaffirm their commitment to their own theological principles and Anglican Formularies.

While expressing strong reservations about the Church of England's decision, the Bishops believe in the importance of maintaining unity within the broader Anglican communion. They indicate their intention to remain in communion with the Church of England while advocating for their theological beliefs.[16]

The Bishops conclude the letter with a call for prayer and faith in God's purpose. They express the hope that God's truth will prevail and indicate their reliance on prayer as a means of addressing theological differences within the Anglican community.

Personal life

[edit]

Chung is married to Connie Chung and they have two sons their twenties, Theodore and Thaddeus.[3]

References

[edit]
  1. ^ Release, Press (23 October 2020). "Titus Chung consecrated Bishop of Singapore". Anglican Ink © 2022. Retrieved 12 December 2022.
  2. ^ SIN, YUEN (19 October 2020). "Titus Chung becomes 10th bishop of Anglican Church in Singapore". The New Paper. Retrieved 12 December 2022.
  3. ^ a b c "Bishop of Singapore – The Diocese of Singapore". Retrieved 12 June 2022.
  4. ^ "Alumni". Trinity Theological College. Retrieved 30 September 2023.
  5. ^ a b SIN, YUEN (19 October 2020). "Titus Chung becomes 10th bishop of Anglican Church in Singapore". The New Paper. Retrieved 14 June 2022.
  6. ^ "Rt Revd Dr Titus Chung". ETHOS Institute for Public Christianity. Retrieved 12 December 2022.
  7. ^ "All by God's Grace and All for God's Glory – St. Andrew's Mission Hospital". Retrieved 12 December 2022.
  8. ^ "Titus Chung formally succeeds Rennis Ponniah as 10th Bishop of Singapore". Salt&Light. 19 October 2020. Retrieved 12 December 2022.
  9. ^ "Chung Chosen Bishop of Influential Singapore Diocese". The Living Church. 10 February 2020. Retrieved 12 December 2022.
  10. ^ Paper, The New (19 October 2020). "Titus Chung becomes 10th bishop of Anglican Church in Singapore". Head Topics. Retrieved 12 December 2022.
  11. ^ Anglican Communion. "Diocese - South East Asia - Singapore".
  12. ^ "Search Profile". www.charities.gov.sg. Retrieved 30 September 2023.
  13. ^ Woerman, Melodie (27 September 2023). "Singapore Bishop Titus Chung Khiam Boon elected new primate of the Church of the Province of South East Asia". Episcopal News Service. Retrieved 30 September 2023.
  14. ^ Release, Press (27 September 2023). "Titus Chung elected new archbishop of South East Asia". Anglican Ink © 2023. Retrieved 30 September 2023.
  15. ^ Chung (12 November 2022). "RENEWAL OF HEARTS, REVIVAL IN CHURCH" (PDF). Anglican Diocese of Singapore. Retrieved 30 September 2023.
  16. ^ a b Jiki Tais (18 February 2023). "Pastoral Letter (Provincial)" (PDF). St John's-St Margaret's Church, Singapore. Retrieved 30 September 2023.
  17. ^ Liew, Isabelle (18 February 2023). "Anglican Church in S'pore 'deeply disappointed' by Church of England's blessing of same-sex couples". The Straits Times. ISSN 0585-3923. Retrieved 30 September 2023.
Anglican Communion titles
Preceded by Archbishop and Primate of the Church of the Province of South East Asia
2024–present 		Incumbent
Preceded by Bishop of Singapore
2020–present
Retrieved from "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Titus_Chung&oldid=1215610254"