JAFC v. ACNA Update of November 10, 2025

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“Well, you can’t believe everything you read on the internet,” said Abraham Lincoln.

Anglican Ink is an online Anglican tabloid news service that has consistently, and on November 9 rather suspiciously, published numerous untruthful stories about Bishop Jones and the JAFC/SJAFC. The article, titled “SC FEDERAL COURT HANDS JONES A LOSS IN HIS BATTLE WITH THE ACNA,” is just the latest.  The reporter, George Conger, misstated facts and proposed conclusions that defy reality.  Below, we present the truth, which you can see for yourself in the actual text of the Court’s Order.

To provide context, it is helpful to understand the definition of an “injunction.” An injunction is a powerful legal remedy that courts grant rarely, and only in compelling circumstances. Injunctions are extremely difficult to obtain and are primarily issued when the party seeking the injunction (JAFC) (1) has made a clear showing that irreparable harm would otherwise result, and (2) is likely to succeed on the merits of its claims.

Here’s what actually happened: the Court agreed with JAFC, and granted the requested preliminary injunction, with respect to the following:

• ACNA must refrain from using JAFC’s service mark “Jurisdiction of the Armed Forces and Chaplaincy”;

• ACNA must refrain from using JAFC’s trademark, “Anglican Chaplains”; and

• ACNA must refrain from using JAFC’s trademarked logo.

What this means in practical terms is that the Court determined JAFC is likely to prevail on those claims.  Considering the potential damages that would flow from such success on the merits, JAFC is gratified and optimistic with the Court’s Order.

Truth is prevailing despite the continuous spread of inaccurate and one-sided media reports.  Our Jurisdiction, the JAFC/SJAFC, and its leadership, remain focused on Christ Jesus and the Kingdom work He has entrusted to us, prayerful for those with jaundiced and ill-conceived agendas and who continue to slander our Lord’s ministry.

Please remember that anyone can post anything on the internet, but the truth remains the truth.  The entire Order is attached to this message for your convenience.

We continue to remain faithful to Almighty God and His Providence in all of this and pray for continued wisdom in the stewardship of the sacred trust the Lord has given us, as well as for grace, steadfastness in the truth, and for our Lord’s One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church.

The JAFC Communications Team