Church of England's 'blessings' for gay couples are not enough; Progressive clergy will claim the synod vote is a victory, but the reality is far less than promised, writes Rev Andrew Foreshew-Cain. Plus letters from Rev Katie Welborn van Santen,Darren Hackett and Dr Andrew Wilshere

Your editorial ( 17 November ) on the Church of England's General Synod vote to allow standalone services for gay and lesbian couples after marriage elsewhere refers to 'blessings'. While [...]