From The BBC-The Archbishop of York has said his decision not to take part in the "laying on of hands" for a new bishop was not due to a "theology of taint".
Dr John Sentamu referred to the idea that he would be "tainted" by consecrating the Church of England's first woman bishop.
He will lay hands on the Rev Libby Lane when she becomes Bishop of Stockport on Monday, but will not when the Rev Philip North becomes Bishop of Burnley.
Mr North opposed women as bishops.
He will be consecrated on 2 February in York Minster, where two bishops will take part in the traditional laying on of hands while Dr Sentamu "will lead all other bishops present in exercising gracious restraint".
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http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-30943009
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