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WHAT IS CHURCH, ANYWAY? WHITE AND SEABURY
On 14 Nov. 1784, Samuel Seabury, an American, was consecrated as a bishop in Aberdeen, Scotland by three other bishops, making him the first American consecrated a (Anglican) bishop in the apostolic...
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BY SCHISMS RENT ASUNDER AND HERESIES DISTRESSED
Perhaps it’s an issue between South Carolinians – a vocal progressive minority in the Episcopal diocese and their theologically conservative bishop and, let’s be honest, most likely the bulk of that...
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TO PRESENT THE WHOLE OF OUR LIVES, SAYING ‘THANK YOU’ AS WELL AS ‘HEAL US’
It’s only been two weeks since Election Day, although it feels to me like much longer ago, so quickly have I put it out of my mind. This has been a particularly bruising time in our country. The...
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TRANSFORMED BY THE RENEWING OF YOUR MINDS
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God — what is good and acceptable and perfect. Romans 12:2 ……………….. SIR...
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THE LAW OF POVERTY
This week, St. George’s hosts WARM. An acronym for Wrapping Arms ‘Round Many, WARM is a network of faith-based organizations in St. Mary’s County, Maryland, who provide shelter and food for persons...
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WHY ASHES? PART 1, DEEPER PASTORAL QUESTIONS
Part 1 of a 3 part post. Part 1 praises the spirit of Ashes to Go and begs deeper pastoral questions. Part 2 focuses on the liturgical tradition around Ash Wednesday, exposing some valid reasons why...
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WHY ASHES? PART 2, A CONFUSED OFFERING
Part 2 of a 3 part post. Part 1 praises the spirit of Ashes to Go and begs deeper pastoral questions. Part 2 focuses on the liturgical tradition around Ash Wednesday, exposing some valid reasons why...
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WHY ASHES? PART 3, ASHES AND INITIATION
Part 3 of a 3 part post. Part 1 praises the spirit of Ashes to Go and begs deeper pastoral questions. Part 2 focuses on the liturgical tradition around Ash Wednesday, exposing some valid reasons why...
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SUCH A LIFE AS KILLETH DEATH
In the annals of the church of my youth there was a great pastor who served for nearly three decades. He was renowned in the community and his sermons, legend has it, filled the pews, so much so they...
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THE STUPID PAROCHIAL REPORT
This will shock anyone who’s ever tried to teach me math, but I like numbers. I believe that established metrics and regular evaluation are key to moving forward or, at least, knowing where you are...
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LITURGICAL RENEWAL AND THE BLAME GAME
I really don’t get it. Every weekend, leading up to and following Sunday morning worship celebrations, I see a sufficient spattering of good news and joy across the Episcopal Church. Well, let me...
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THE COST OF THE PRESENT MODEL
There are a lot of reasons why we need to start exploring new models of ministry in the life of the Episcopal Church. Most of these reasons, for me, have to do with a genuine and gospel-based desire to...
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PRAYING SOUTH CAROLINA
This morning in St. George, South Carolina, a very unfortunate trial begins, pitting the Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina against The Episcopal Church (calling themselves in this case The Episcopal...
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BLESSING WHAT GOD IS HAVING US WITNESS
The other big news to come out of Episcopal-world / South Carolina-edition this week is that the Rt. Rev’d Charles vonRosenberg, bishop of The Episcopal Church in SC (that is, those who’ve remained...
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NINE YEARS AGO, NINE YEARS FROM NOW
The list of nominees for Presiding Bishop (PB) of The Episcopal Church was just published. (Or click here.) The current person in the job is the Most Reverend – so, right there, being PB gives you a...
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