Initial response to Government consultation on same-sex marriage March 15, 2012 by Fulcrum The Church of England/Archbishops' Council will study the Government's consultation on whether to redefine marriage to accommodate those of the same sex and respond in detail in due course. A summary of the Church of England's position has been posted on the Church of England website. Church of England website. 15 March 2012. FulcrumShareTweetShare