The Archbishops of Canterbury and York have added an extra debate on Brexit to the agenda for July's General Synod.
The Church of England's governing body will discuss the result of the European Union (UN) referendum after the Archbishops exercised their powers under the General Synod's Standing Orders to make some time available at its brief Group of Sessions.
The debate comes after Most Revd Justin Welby and Dr John Sentamu released a statement calling on the UK to unite following the vote.
They said: "As citizens of the United Kingdom, whatever our views during the referendum campaign, we must now unite in a common task to build a generous and forward looking country, contributing to human flourishing around the world.
"We must remain hospitable and compassionate, builders of bridges and not barriers."
While the Church of England remained impartial on the EU decision, both Archbishops stated a desire for the UK to remain within the EU.
The debate at Synod will take place on the afternoon of Friday 8th July.
The wording of the motion will be made available to Synod members early next week.
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