This document, known as the Seattle Agreement, is a product of the Anglican-Roman Catholic International Commission (ARCIC). It explores the role of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the doctrine and life of the Church, marking the completion of the second phase of ARCIC’s work. The document was prepared by 18 members from 1999 to 2004.
The Anglican Communion Office (ACO) is the official secretariat of the Anglican Communion – a worldwide network of Anglican churches, in over 165 countries. The ACO connects member churches, encourages global mission, fosters Christian unity, promotes ecumenism and amplifies Anglican advocacy.
The ACO also supports and facilitates the ‘Instruments of Communion’: The Anglican Consultative Council, The Lambeth Conference, the Primates’ Meeting and the Archbishop of Canterbury.