Bishop of London highlights role of cathedrals and parish churches in ‘active commemoration’ of First World War June 26, 2014 by Fulcrum The Bishop of London took part in a House of Lords' debate, speaking of the importance of collective memory and ‘active commemoration’ of the First World War. He made reference to the significant role of citizens of the Commonwealth who served in the War, the ‘proper protest’ of those compelled to take a pacifist position during times of war, and set out some of the plans being made by churches and cathedrals across the country to commemorate the First World War. Church of England in Parliament. 25 June 2014 FulcrumShareTweetShare