Congregants say final goodbye at funeral for church (opens original article in a new tab)

The Anglican Diocese of North Queensland is selling churches to address financial obligations from historic child abuse cases, causing emotional distress among congregants.

• Anglican Diocese of North Queensland plans to sell 11 churches and rectories to meet obligations to victims of historic child sexual abuse.
• Bishop Keith Joseph acknowledges the emotional impact on congregants, noting the closure of active churches is particularly sad.
• A receiver appointed in August 2022 oversees asset sales, with St Matthew's Church in Townsville expected to be included in the next property sale list.