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6 THE LIVIN G CHURCH· OCTOBER 14. 2007 it is preferable to other alternatives , standing that "the" minority in the U.S. Fr. Vergara exposes the marginaliza­ and he offers a series of 16 questions is the black community is not true any tion of Asians and other minorities in that church leaders ought to ask more. He points out that while racism the life and work of the churches in themselves before undertaking a law­ against blacks seems to have been this country with particular reference suit. "somewhat" dealt with, there is more to The Episcopal Church. He points The authors of the essays all tend subtle and complicat ed racism still out that the key to this type of margin­ to favor local church ownership at prevailing in the U.S., and Asians alization is to keep the standard as the expense of the hierarchical along with Hispanics are victims of that of white American male and denomination, but one need not be a this neo-racism . Asians were victims measure others on that basis . Of member of a church that plans to of colonization by Western powers . (Continued on page 32) leave a denomination in order to ben­ efit. The book is also helpful for those who might potentially find themselves on the other end of a church property lawsuit. Steve Waring

Mainstreaming AsianAmericans In the EpiscopalChurch By Fred Vergara. Office of Asian American Ministries, the Episcopal Church Center. Pp. 165. $10. ASIN B000QEYY4S. Marginalization of minorities is so real in church and society that any book or article about their plight and suggestions to improve the situation also get marginalized . This may be the case of the well-written book, Mai n­ streaming: Asian Ameri­ cans in the Episcopal Church. I hasten to admit that my con­ tact in the church circles of the U.S.A. is very limited. "I read books on the Lord's Prayer the way I go to a concert hall to I opened this book with some apprehension about the title, "Main­ hear a performance of a musical piece I already know well - say, streaming." In my many years of work Mozart's First Violin Concerto - not to get more information but in Asia among minorities and margin­ to participate personally. Telford Work's writing does this­ alized people through ecumenical scrupulously faithful to our Lord's words but, even more, prayed organizations, I had learned to be cau­ with passion and imagination. Encore!" tious about such expressions, which are used by dominant cultures to - Eugene H. Peterson attract minorities to embrace the dom­ "With wit and wisdom Telford Work does the impossible - that is, inant cultures at the cost of abandon­ ing their own historical development he helps us recover what a radical thing we do when we pray the and cultural values which made them Lord's Prayer.... What a wonderful book!" what they are. Soon I found that I was - Stanley Hauer-was wrong in this case and became excited about the way the Rev. Fred Vergara developed his arguments. ISBN 978-0-8028-0393-1 • 276 pages • paperback • $16 .00 He begins by affirming the fact that when we speak of Asians we are refer­ WM. B. EERDMANS At your bookstore, ring to more than half of the world's PUBLISHING Co. or call 800-253-7521 population, of which 13 million live in 7080 ~ 2,140 Oak 11'.dustrial Drive NE www.cerdmans.com lhl' (,rand Rapids , Ml 49505 the United States. The general under- OCTOBER 14. 2007 · T HE LIVI NG C H URCH 7 ...... A cover/title meeting at the offices of Church Publishing in Harrisburg , Pa., is held in order to come to a consensus. Those involved are (from left) Lillian Ort (promotions and advertising manager), Jeff Hamilton (director of sales), Ryan Masteller (managing editor), Laurie Westhafer (designer, Momentum Communications) , and Cheryl Johnston (marketing and editorial assistant). Judging a Book and Its Cover

By Jeffrey A. Mackey book, we take it up cover and all, possibly taken in by cover, design, The book cover has perennially and enticing verbiage, possibly ignor­ spoken of a book's value, impor­ ing the cover altogether except as an tance, or appeal to some degree. identifying characteristic. There was a time when most book How are these covers chosen ? The covers looked alike. Expensive methods are manifold. Christian books were bound in leather, less Bibles, the Koran, the Torah, and costly books in board (wood, press­ other sacred books often get their board, or layers of paper glued high-end cover because of the sacred together) and often covered with status of the work being covered. cloth. Today these are generally Given the literary and spiritual value referred to as being bound in buck­ of the work, the cover coincides with ram , though many new materials are the honor due the contents. being employed. On occasion, a publisher, or even Books we value such as Bibles an author, may think so highly of a often get the leather covers, the lat­ work that is not otherwise sacred est one-time-read novel gets the that they take a similar cover paper cover and the least expensive (leather, embossed with cross or printing. We even take precious vol­ other symbol) and bind their work to umes farther and give their paper entice a readership into thinking edges a layer of pure gold powder there is something intrinsically more known as gilding. The cover, its holy about this manuscript than design , its material , its quality, may there is in others similar works . One and often does reflect the content publishing house recently released a therein. There are , of course, times book written by an author with when the two somehow appear com­ church history and doctrine as the pletely unrelated as well. But they outlined subject matter , and pub­ are, nonetheless , part of the same lished the book in purple bonded material and the physical aspect of leather with a large cross on the the book. So when we take up a cover. The intent was to parallel the

8 THE LIV ING CHUR CH · OCTO llER 14. 2007 work with a sacred book such as a Bible or Book of Common Prayer (which it captivatingly mirrored) so that readers would get the impres­ sion that what they were holding was indeed something of extraordinary value. It wasn't! Covers, though not something on which books should be judged, are still essential parts of the printed vol­ ume, and their choices of design are made on the basis of a number of ele­ Each title in the series is paperback $7.00 ments . Managing editors indicate that the audience for any given book _Ancient Palestine _ The Measure of a Man A Historical Introduction Mortin Luther King,Jr .. 978-0-8006-3449-0 is taken into account when the deci­ Gosto W.Ahlstrom , 978-0-8006-3572-5 sion is made concerning the style of _On Christian Liberty _ The Bible and African Americans Mortin Luther.978-0-8006-3607-4 the book. Will it be a mass-market A Brief History _ The Passion of the Lord paperback intended for large numbers Vincent L. Wimbush,978-0-8006-3574-9 African American Reflections of readers ( e.g. the Left Behind _Biblical Theology Matthew V.Johnson, Sr series), or is the book aimed at a more A Proposal & Jomes A Noel,978-0-8006-3730-9 specialized audience such lay leaders, BrevardS . Childs, 978-0-8006-348l-O Race, Racism, and parish clergy, seminarians, or possi­ _ The Call to Discipleship _the Biblical Narratives Kori Borth,978-0-8006-3632-6 Coin Hope Felder, 978-0-8006-3578-7 bly the professorial readership? _ The Care of the Earth _Reading Race, Reading the Bible Oxford University Press reports that Joseph Siltier,978-0-8006-3688-3 PeterT. Nosh, 978-0-8006-3633-3 "the higher the expectations for the Christian Faith _Religion and Empire book's sales, the more carefully the _and Religious Diversity People, Power, and the Life of the Spirit cover design is considered." John 8. Cobb. editor. 978-0-8006-3483-4 Richard A Horsley,978-0-8006-363 l-9 Some publishing houses track the _ The Contemporary Quest for Jesus _ The Sayings of Jesus, cover design and choice through an N. T.Wright, 978-0-8006-3482-7 The Sayings Gospel Q in English Jomes M. Robinson, 978-0-8006-345l-3 art department where first a brain _Darwin and Intelligent Design FranciscoJ. Ayola, 978-0-8006-3802-3 _ The Spirituality of the Psalms storming session is held with the Wolter Brueggemann, 978-0-8006-3450--6 managing editor, the editor of the _Divine Justice, Divine Judgement How Does God Act in History? _ The Stem Cell Debate particular volume, and one or more Don 0 . Via, 978-0-8006-3896-2 Ted Peters,978-0-8006-6229-5 persons whose work is in graphic _Does the Bible Justify Violence? Technology and arts. A marketing representative is John J. Collins,978-0-8006-3689-0 _Human Becoming PhilipHefner , 978-0-8006-3608-l often present as well. _God Marketing seems to play a signifi­ A Brief History _ Virtues and Values Poul E.Copetz , 978-0-8006-3630-2 The African and African cant part in cover deliberations and American Experience _ The God You Have discussions. According to Donald Peter Paris,978-0-8006-366 l -6 Politics, Religion, and Kraus of Oxford University Press, the First Commandment _ Visionary Women marketing drives an initiating of Patrick D. Miller,978-0-8006-3662-3 Three Medieval Mystics cover design once a manuscript is RosemaryRadford Ruether _ The Horrors We Bless 978-0-8006-3448-3 accepted and scheduled for publica­ Rethinking the Just-War Legacy Doniel C. Maguire, 978-0-8006-3897-9 _ Who Is Christ for Us? tion. He writes, "When the title and Dietrich Bonhoeffer,978-0-8006-3480-3 subtitle of a book are set, generally _Households and Holiness The Religious Culture _ Why Jesus Died nine months or more before publica­ of Israelite Women Gerard S. Sloyon,978-0-8006-3693-7 tion, we initiate the design. We need Carol Meyers, 978-0-8006-373l-6 _ The Wit of Martin Luther to have at least a rough design for _Islam EricW. Gritsch , 978-0-8006-3803-0 advance sales and marketing pur­ What Non-Muslims Should Know poses - catalogs, sales calls, John Koltner,978-0-8006-3583-l advance publicity, etc." _Jesus and Nonviolence Order today! A Third Way 800.328.4648 Forward Movement Publications Wolter Wink,978-0-8006-3609-8 employs one "of two professional designers with whom we work regu­ larly. Their artistic styles are differ­ ent, and we decide which of them to ~ ~9!I~~!b!rg~~~ (Continued on next page) At bookstores or call l-800-328-4648 fortresspress.com

OCTOBER 14. 2007 · THE LIV ING CHUR CH 9 ~ l \ Keeping the then1e of the book \ (Continued from previous page) I use depending on the nature of the I manuscript," according to the Rev. in mind is a constant in cover design. l Richard H. Schmidt, editor and direc­ \ tor. Some publishers, such as For­ I ward Movement, often give the artist tions, its quarterly devotional book­ known contemporary artists are fea­ free rein with an occasional idea let, Forward Day by Day, often tured. Oxford University Press I coming from the editorial staff. In the employs a cover photo of a classical echoes Forward Movement's prac­ ,I case of Forward Movement Publica- work, although sometimes little- tice by having its production depart­ ment contract a freelance designer who works with the in-house editor and the marketing manager to pro­ duce a cover design. Keeping the theme of the book in mind is a constant in cover design. That there should be at least some traceable connection between text and cover is generally a given, though this may break down if a pop-art or postmodern artistic cover is chosen on the basis of its artistic quality rather than on its relation­ ship with the book itself . If book­ store sales are important, the cover must attract attention, generally inform, pique an interest, and cause the customer to pick up the book "Fleming Rutledge calls Romans 'theological dynamite.' When you and handle it. Some publishers will invite the hear or read these sermons, you know that she is ready to light the author into the process as well. A few fuse! Here is unabashed orthodox theology boldly preached with art departments make it a practice to enthusiasm, flashes of brilliance, and engaging contact the author for suggestions. wit . . .. A remarkable book of Numerous publishers endeavor to sermons from the most remarkable incorporate the author's insights with of today's preachers." those of an art department and edito­ -WILLIAM H. WILLIMON rial personnel as well. There is a gen­ eral consensus that influence from "Steeped in deep engagement with numerous sources brings about the most captivating covers. Scripture and her own shrewd Since Solomon made the state­ insights into human life, Fleming ment to the effect that "to the making Rutledge opens up the radical claims of many books there is no end," so, of Romans about the power of sin too, in our day, there is no end to the and death and the even greater power need to design the covers for those of God's grace in ways that are both innumerable volumes. Readers may timeless and timely." not give much thought to the cover, but many people do. So the next time - BEVERLY ROBERTS GAVENTA you handle one of your favorite books, why not give a bit of thought ISBN 978-0-8028-2737-l · 421 pages to the cover you might have designed paperback · $19.00 in lieu of the one that was chosen? Might you have done better? Per­ WM. B. EERDMANS haps book design may be in your At your bookstore, PUBLISHING Co. future. 0 or call 800 -253- 7521 2.140Oak Industrial Drive NE www.eerdmans.com Grand Rapids, MI 49505 The Rev. Jeffrey A. Mackey is a priest of the Diocese of New York.

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'Not Perfect,'But Bishops Reach Agreement Response Issued to Anglican Communion Partners Few members of the House of Bish­ ops' contacted by THE LMNGCHURCH expressed complete satisfaction with the final version of their "Response to Questions and Concerns Raised by Our Anglican Communion Partners, " released at the conclusion of their meeting Sept. 20-25 in New Orleans. But in the end there was only one "no" vote registered by voice and it didn't belong to a traditionalist. Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori and the other members of the Joint Steering Committee of the Angli­ can Consultative Council (ACC) and the primates met late into the night Sept. 24 to discuss language on the eight bullet points the bishops had approved earlier in the day. Those suggestions were brought back to the house Sept. 25, and during Steve Waring photo Bishop Russell Jacobus of Fond du Lac waits to address the House of Bishops on the final day private sessions that occupied most of of the meeting in New Orleans. Bishops were encouraged to wear prayer shawls that were knit­ the day, the bishops developed the ted for them by Episcopalians around the country and coordinated by the Diocese of Louisiana. eight explanatory paragraphs to be The shawls also included prayers of encouragement and support. included alongside the original bullet points. The document proposes noth­ [Charles] Bennison [of Pennsylvania] closer to the position of the joint ing new in six of the eight paragraphs. was the only 'no' vote." standing committee." It does endorse the Presiding Bishop's Bishop Wolf said the measure was "Many of the joint standing commit­ new plan for episcopal visitors and a "better than anyone could have tee members were encouraged that this Communion-wide consultation on expected. There is a clear sense that represents a way to sustain Anglican how to implement it. the majority did not approve of same­ Communion partnerships ," said the sex blessings in their diocese. I think Rev. Canon Jim Rosenthal, director of 'Minority Voice' we added some depth to the issue of communications for the ACC. "They After the meeting was opened to the consents as well." were overwhelmed by the respectful public and the final version was distrib­ Although no traditionalist bishops way the Windsor Report and the pri­ uted at around 4:30 p.m., there was one voted against the measure , several mates' meeting has been handled here." last proposed amendment to drop lan­ appeared not to vote in the affirmative Three diocesan bishops left th e guage from the paragraph on same-sex either. In a press conference afterward, meeting when Archbishop Williams blessings which stated the bishops a number of the bishops representing a departed on Sept. 21. Bishops John­ would not authorize "public rites of broad spectrum of opinion said the David Schofield of San Joaquin and blessing" for same-sex unions "until a final document was not perfect , but Peter Beckwith of Springfield did not broader consensus emerges in the Com­ they did not disagree with it enough attend. All five have requested alter­ munion." Bishop Geralyn Wolfof Rhode that they felt they must dissent. nate primatial oversight. Island then proposed a motion for a "I personally was disappointed that "I'm skeptical," said Bishop Beck­ vote on the document itself as opposed gay and lesbian gifts for ministry with when contacted by TLC. "It to adoption without a formal vote. would not be fully recognized within remains to be seen if they are sincere. "All I wanted was for us to vote on The Episcopal Church in the near If they mean there would be a primate this so as to honor the minority voice," future ," said the Rt. Rev. M. Thomas to minister to us, that might be accept­ Bishop Wolf told TLC. "I didn't expect Shaw, SSJE, Bishop of Massachusetts. able. If they mean something less than the 'no' vote to come from the conser­ "Part of the compromis es we made that, then nothing has changed." vative side and it didn't. Bishop were based on our desire to move Steve Waring

12 THE LIVING CHURCH · OCTOllER 14. 2007 Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori and Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams enter the media briefing room at the close of his two-day visit with the House of Bishops in New Orleans, Sept. 21.

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OCTOB ER 14. 2007 · T HE LIV ING C HU RCH 13 BishopSteenson to Becomea RomanCatholic The Rt. Rev. Jeffrey N. Steenson, He referred to the bishops' meeting Grande and said a pastoral letter to all Bishop of the Rio Grande, will become last March as "a profoundly disturbing the people of the diocese would fol­ the third bishop of The Episcopal experience for me. I was more than a low in a few days. He said he had Church to join the Roman Catholic little surprised when such a substan­ invited Bishop Jefferts Schori to Church this year. tial majority declared the polity of The attend the Rio Grande clergy confer­ Bishop Steenson asked members of Episcopal Church to be primarily that ence Sept. 26. the House of Bishops at their meeting of an autonomous and independent "I also have sensed how important it in New Orleans for permission to local church relating is for those of us in this position to resign before the end of the year. to the wider Anglican model a gracious way to leave The Bishop Steenson, who has led the Communion by vol­ Episcopal Church in a manner respect­ Albuquerque-based diocese since 2005, untary association. ful of its laws." addressed the bishops on Sept. 25. This is not the Angli­ Bishop Steenson will follow Bishop "My conscience is deeply troubled," canism in which I Dan Herzog of Albany, who returned to he said, "because I sense that the obli­ was formed, inspired the Roman Catholic Church shortly gations of my ministry in The Episco­ by the Oxford Move- after his retirement in January. Bishop pal Church may lead me to a place Bishop Steenson ment and the Clarence C. Pope , retired Bishop of apart from scripture and tradition. I am Catholic Revival in Fort Worth, returned to Roman concerned that if I do not listen to and the Church of England . . . honestly, I Catholicism in August. act in accordance with conscience did not recognize the church that this Bishop Steenson has been in the Dio­ now, it will become harder and harder House described on that occasion." cese of the Rio Grande since 2000. He to hear God's voice." Regarding his move to the Roman was canon to the ordinary under Bishop Steenson said he had spo­ Catholic Church, Bishop Steenson Bishop Terence Kelshaw for five years ken with Presiding Bishop Katharine said, "I believe that the Lord now calls before being elected to the episcopate. Jefferts Schori "for her counsel and me in this direction. It amazes me, Prior to that, he was curate at All Saints' prayers," and asked the house for per­ after all of these years, what a radical Church, Wynnewood, Pa., rector of mission to resign as the ordinary of his journey of faith this must necessarily Good Shepherd, Rosemont, Pa , and St. diocese . He said he would do this by be. To some it seems foolish; to others Andrew's, Fort Worth. He is a member the end of the year, and then hoped to disloyal; to others an abandonment." of the Board of Trustees of Nashotah be released from his ordination vows In a separate statement, he wrote to House and the Board of Directors of the in The Episcopal Church. the clergy of the Diocese of the Rio Living Church Foundation. GeneralSeminary Construction Plan Approved The General Theological Seminary included diminished use of glass in An earlier 15-floor plan would have received final approval Sept. 18 to favor of an increase in the use of brick required a zoning exemption and was begin the next phase of an overall $88 In addition to the residential floors, the dropped after it met with neighbor­ million building project. new building on Ninth Avenue also will hood opposition. The approved struc­ The unanimous approval by the contain the seminary library on the ture on Ninth Avenue does not require New York City Landmarks Preserva­ first floor and two sub-terrain level the seminary to seek a waiver of the tion Commiss ion allows for initial floors for use by the seminary. The 75-foot height limitation in the construction to begin on a seven-story commission also approved a new five­ Chelsea zoning. mixed-use residential building on story administration building on 20th Since 1999, the seminary has Ninth Avenue and a five-story admin­ Street. invested more than $40 million in the istration building to be constructed on "We're delighted by this decision," preservation of its historic buildings 20th Street. The decision allows the said the Very Rev. Ward B. Ewing, and campus garden. Dean Ewing said seminary to move forward with the seminary dean and president. "It the new building on Ninth Avenue will demolition of the present administra­ marks the end of an approval process produce some $33 million in income tion building and front entrance . Con­ that has been long and challenging but for the seminary. Most of the cost to struction is expected to begin early in one in which the seminary has been construct it will be financed by the 2008. responsive to the concerns of its developer. The planning commission responded neighbors while being true to its edu­ Founded in 1817, General is the old­ favorably to a revised plan which cational mission." est seminary of The Episcopal Church.

14 Tl IE LIVIN G CH URCH · OCTO BER 14. 2007 'It's Beena LongTime in the Making'

The Rt. Rev. Jeffrey N. Steenson, sial arrangement that will inevitably vision in our canons for clergy whose Bishop of the Rio Grande, informed the divide Christianity further. A more radi­ consciences are leading them in a dif­ House of Bishops and the clergy of his cal solution is required - by following ferent direction. And it is so important diocese that he will resign before the the branches to their root. that there be no bitterness or cause for end of 2007 and will become a Roman scandal. Catholic. He was interviewed about his TLC: How do you expect the people decision by David Kalvelage. in your diocese to react to this TLC: Do you expect more bishops to announcement? take similar steps? TLC: How did this development J.S.: I deeply regret the difficulties J.S.: I know that several of them come about? this will make for the diocese, but I would like to do so, but they have dis­ J.S.: It's been a long time in the mak­ hope that the people will recognize how cerned that for various reasons the time ing. Seminary important it is for their bishop to have a may not have arrived for them. These students proba­ settled conscience about The Episcopal are good and faithful bishops, and I bly should not Church in order to do effective ministry admire and respect them. be allowed to in it. read John Henry It will be unsettling for some of the TLC: What could you say to the Newman ("to be people, who are themselves struggling remaining Anglo-Catholics in The deep in history with whether to stay in The Episcopal Episcopal Church? is to cease to be Church. They thought it might be pos­ J.S.: My friend Ephraim Radner a Protestant"), sible for the diocese to realign with asked me to say a word of encourage­ for it plants another part of the Communion. Proba­ ment to those whose calling is to seeds that may bly most people here just want the con­ remain. They too seek to obey God and sprout unex- flict to go away and for the diocese to conscience, and I am sure that the Lord Bishop Steenson pectedly. For all focus exclusively on local ministry. will bless their faithfulness and of my ordained Some will rejoice, of course, at my courage. But it will be very difficult, for life I have looked to John Paul II and departure! the center is shifting, and those who now Benedict XVI as the authoritative thought themselves to be moderates voice for interpreting scripture and tra­ TLC: How will the House of Bishops may be surprised to find they are the dition. react? new right wing. The "re-reception" of the ministry of J.S.: We'll know at cocktail. hour! I Peter in Anglican life has been an genuinely like my colleagues in the TLC: What do you think you'll miss important element in Catholic Angli­ House and have ertjoyed most of my most about The Episcopal Church? canism, and until relatively recently, it time with them. Friendships have been J.S.: The gracious Anglican pastoral appeared that some form of corporate made across the theological spectrum, method and the English choral tradi­ reunion might be possible. But deci­ and I hope these will continue. tion, although both are becoming sions unilaterally made by Anglicans harder to find in The Episcopal Church have shattered these hopes. Ironically, TLC: Was there a particular inci­ today. Sunday visitations in the beauti­ some of us are now called to step dent or development that convinced ful Diocese of the Rio Grande. And I across the Tiber in faith, to keep this you there'd be no turning back? really will miss the people. The Episco­ dream alive. J.S.: Yes, the spring meeting of the pal Church is like a family,and even if it House of Bishops, when the majority is full of dysfunction, it is still loveable. TLC: Why Rome rather than some said that The Episcopal Church was I will only take the happy memories other destination? fundamentally autonomous and local. with me. J.S.: Rome is, historically, culturally, This is not the Catholic doctrine of the and theologically, our apostolic founda­ Church, and it will lead to many unfor­ TLC: How do you hope to be tion, the rock from which the churches tunate consequences. involved in ministry in the future? of the Reformation were hewn. And I J.S.: This is well beyond my security truly believe that St. Peter and his suc­ TLC: You ref erred to "a graceful clearance! The essential step is to the cessors the bishops of Rome have been exit"from The Episcopal Church. What Catholic Church and not how I might be given authority by Jesus Christ to lead does that mean? called to serve her. But I hope that there his Church on earth. J.S.: Even though I disagree with will be a patristic vocation, to share my Some of my colleagues are looking decisions made by The Episcopal love of the early church fathers with for an Anglican solution that depends Church, I am bound by solemn vows to others. In the months ahead, much hard on interventions from elsewhere in the uphold its doctrine, discipline, and wor­ work will be required to become cur­ Communion. They are sincerely trying ship. I cannot violate these, because in rent again in this field. And I hope it to find a godly way forward, but I know Catholic moral teaching, no good end will be possible to bring something of that I would not be happy in an eccle- can justify an illicit means. There is pro- the Anglican tradition with me.

OCTOBER 14. 2007 · THE LIVING CHURCH 15 ChicagoBishop Pans Visit PasadenaChurch Demands Answers from IRS by NigerianPrimate The leadership of All Saints' Church, In a letter to clergy of the Diocese of Pasadena, Calif., called for answers Chicago, the Rt. Rev. William Persell , from the Internal Revenue Service dur­ Bishop of Chicago, distanced himself ing a press conference Sept. 23. and the diocese from any connection Earlier in September All Saints' with a visit by Nigerian Archbishop received a letter announcing that the Peter Akinola. investigation was being closed without Archbishop Akinola "did not extend challenge to its tax-exempt status. The the nom1al courtesy of contacting me letter also concluded that the sermon about his visit" within the diocese, during the 2004 presidential election Bishop Persell wrote after learning that triggered the initial investigation that the archbishop had accepted an violated campaign laws. invitation to celebrate the Eucharist In response to that letter, All Saints' Sept. 23 with a local Anglican Mission leaders said they have referred the in the Americas (AMiA) congregation numerous procedural and legal errors at Edman Chapel on the campus of of the exan1 to the commissioner of the Wheaton College. IRS and demanded correction and an In his letter, Bishop Persell reported apology. that, according to the AMiA office in The parish claims that certain IRS Pawleys Island, S.C., Archbishop Aki­ llob Black photo officials may have breached the All Saints ' Church , Pasadena, Calif. nola's visit was not an AMiA event. church's confidentiality rights in inap­ Bishop Persell also noted there was to propriate conversations with high-level to pursue this matter, wherever it may be a "respectful , silent protest" out­ Department of Justice personnel , take us," said the Rev. Edward Bacon, side the service on behalf of LGBT which heightens the church's concern rector, rector of All Saints'. "This rul­ [lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgen­ that the exam may have been influ­ ing by the IRS does nothing to clarify dered] Africans. enced by partisan political considera­ the boundaries, and therefore perpet­ "We continue to be blessed by the tions. Because of the serious uates the intimidation inherent in the rich diversity brought to our diocese implications of these defects, the threat of IRS investigations based on by the gifts and talents of all our peo­ church has also referred its concerns to inferences rather than fact. This ple, including our most conservative the treasury inspector general for tax leaves me wondering whether we will members , moderates , liberals , who administration. All Saints' expects an be investigated again the next time I are straight , lesbians , gay, bisexual explanation of which elements of the am called to preach against war, and transgendered," Bishop Persell single guest sermon the IRS contends poverty, bigotry or any other of our wrote. "The God who unites us and to be political campaign intervention. core moral values as they relate to calls us together in all our diversity for "All Saints' Church has a moral duty current social issues and policies." mission is stronger than those who would fracture our unity in Christ. Be of good courage and cheer." New PrimateElected for SouthernAfrica BRIEFLY... Three candidates were nominated The Rt. Rev. Thabo Cecil Makgoba, of the church and of South African by petition to the election of a bishop Bishop of Graharnstown, was elected society will guide his tenure as arch­ in the Dioceseof Chicago. The addition Archbishop of Cape Town and Metro- · bishop, he told the South African of the Rev. Alvin Johnson , Jr., rector of politan and Primate of the Anglican Broadcasting Corporation. St. Michael's Church, Barrington, Ill.; Church of Southern Africa on Sept. 25. Bishop Makgoba was elected on the the Rev. Canon Robert Koomson, a Bishop Makgoba, 47, will succeed second ballet by the Cape Town elec­ native of Ghana and pastor-in-resi­ the Most Rev. Njongonkulu Ndungane toral assembly. His name will now be dence at Seabury-Western Theological as archbishop, and will assume office submitted to the province 's House of Seminary; and the Rev. Petero Sabune, on Jan 1. Bishops for confirmation. a native of Uganda who serves as Viewed as a conservative on issues The outgoing primate celebrated his chaplain of Sing Sing Correctional of human sexuality, he is expected to final service Sept. 23 at St. George's Facility and associate rector of Trinity, try to move the South African church Cathedral, Cape Town. "Thank you for Ossining, N.Y.,brings the final slate for closer to the other African Anglican putting up with me over the years of my the Nov. 10 election to eight. provinces. The spiritual reconstruction ministry," Archbishop Ndungane said.

16 T HE LIVIN G CHURCH · OCTOBER 14. 2007 GraceCathedral Forum Addresses Cultural Values The Forum at Grace Cathedral, San "Alan is a wonderful conversational­ downtown, the increasingly crass cul­ Francisco, which takes place on Sun­ ist," she said. "His knowledge is broad, ture they live in, and growing eco­ days between services, is likely to and he likes to talk with people." nomic inequality. have a sizable audience. Not only does Mr. Reich, a professor at the Gold­ Responding to these pressures by it attract more than 200 people to hear man School of Public Policy at the demanding greater corporate responsi­ its noted speakers, it is streamed live University of California at Berkeley, bility misses the point, Mr. Reich says. on the internet. He views corporate claims to On Sept. 9, the first be acting for some important Forum of the season pre­ public interest with skepti­ sented Robert Reich, cism. Instead he argues that Secretary of Labor in the society needs to make the Clinton administration, important decisions about author of many books corporate behavior. and articles, and com­ "The purpose of compa­ mentator on public nies is to play the economic radio's "Marketplace" gan1e as aggressively as pos­ program . Mr. Reich is the sible," Mr. Reich writes. "The author of a provocative challenge for us as citizens is book, Supercapitalism: to stop them from setting the the Transf orrnation of rules." Business, Democracy After business abuses in and Everyday Life. He the early 20th century, Amer­ engaged in conversation ica acted to set a 40-hour with the cathedral's work week and outlaw child dean, the Very Rev. Alan labor, Mr. Reich told his Jones. audience. The Forum often fea­ "We changed the laws," he tures authors. This is in said. "We didn't just moral­ part because the budget ize. We acted politically. I for the series is kept to a fear that today we are just minimum. Guests are not moralizing." paid for their appear­ Dean Jones challenged ances, and recently pub­ 11mothy RobPrt s phot o Mr. Reich, saying, "Youimply lished authors are often Dean Jones (left) listens to Mr. Reich respond to questions at The Forum. the problem is structural, but willing to appear without I would see it as spiritual. compensation in order to publicize argues in his new book that Americans There is a choice." their books. have given up much of their power as Replied Mr. Reich: "One of the most "This is a time when the church citizens in favor of greater power as important ways to express spiritual needs to take the intellectual high consun1ers and investors. Institutions ideals is to take action." He added, "We ground and be willing to be in conver­ that once represented citizens - from need laws to make sure what corpora­ sation with difficult issues and peo­ unions to regulatory agencies - have tions do reflects our values." ple," said Dean Jones. A few years ago, withered over the last 40 years. Future guests were to include the he and a colleague concocted an "Our voices as citizens - as Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori, advertising campaign that ran on the opposed to our voices as consumers Presiding Bishop, on Sept. 30, Jane sides of buses and trolleys in San Fran­ and investors - are being drowned Goodall on St. Francis' Day (Oct. 7) cisco and urged people "to reconnect out," he writes . and the Most Rev. Njongonkulu Ndun­ your spirit without disconnecting your The American civic space has been gane, the Archbishop of Cape Town mind." The Forum is that sort of thing. taken over by corporate interests that and Primate of the Anglican Church of "Conversation is a very godly thing," have become desperately competitive Southern Africa, on Oct. 21. The he said. and need every advantage they can get Forum can be heard live on the web Rebecca Nestle is the producer for to keep profits up and investors happy, and is preserved in a digital sound The Forum. She looks around the Bay Mr. Reich says . Many of those archive. The website is www.grace- . Area for writers and artists, people of investors are, of course, citizens who cathedral .org/forurn. interest to herself or to Dean Jones. mourn the loss of their hometown's Timothy Roberts

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By Aaron Orear in the evangelical Christian traditions I grew up in. Then Pulp Fiction came along and it hit me like a two-by­ Pulp Fic tion laun ched writer /director Quentin Taran­ four. It was raw and hon est and yet it talked seriously tino's care er as the leading pruveyor of raw, edgy, often about faith. I didn't know those things could co-exist." brutally violent films. The film's manic, in-your-face In the middle of Tarantino's gangster shoot-'em-up, style reinvented the action movie genre and turned lin­ hit men Jules and Vincent (Sanmel L. Jackson and John ear storytelling on its head. It also brought Greg Garrett Travolta) survive a hail of bullets unscathed . Reflecting back to church. on the event later, Jules is convinced that God inter­ Mr. Garr ett, who grew up in what he calls "a terribly vened to save them. The shooter had them at point religious family," had long been ambivalent about faith blank and emptied his gun. By all rights they ought to and turned off by his exp eriences with the evangelical have died . Why would God save two gangsters? Assess­ church of his childhood . "I was presented with this ing his situation, Jules decides that killing people is not image of God as a cosmic guiltmonger," he recalls. what he should be doing with his newly saved life. That "Nothing I ever did would measure up. And since I was moment of life conversion , along with a host of other sensitive and guilt-ridden already, it was a toxic envi­ religious themes woven through Pulp Fiction, was the ronment for me. " That toxicity would push him, like spiritual two-by -four that hit Mr. Garrett . Here were many young people, away from formal religion. Follow ­ grace, faith, theodicy, even an acknowledgem ent of ing a passion for story and literature, he becan1e a pro­ guilt and sin, but delivered in an entirely new way and fessor of English at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, without the heavy dose of pious religiosity that had where he still teaches . Over the course of his career, he alienated him from the church. "It opened me to a pos­ would tea ch literature, writing, screenwriting and film. sibility of a relationship with God," he says. Always there was the sense that God was present , Still, Mr. Garrett would, in his words , "walk some bad sometimes visible in a sunset or heard in a piece of roads after that" for many years. In the late '90s and music . Mr. Garrett's upbringing, though , made the con­ early 2000s, he suffered serious , chronic depression , nection difficult to accept. which brought him to the brink of suicide. At the time , "Through my 20s and into my 30s, I had a vague sort God seemed distant and uncaring and, as far as he was of nagging feeling that God was there somewhere ," he concerned , useless . says, "but God didn 't seem particularly available to me Throughout that darkest time Mr. Garrett did see

20 TH E LIVING CJ IURCII · OCTO BER 14. 2007 brief glimpses of light, but they didn't come from church. The light came from the depiction of grace and conversion at the heart of Pulp Fiction (which he had seen seven times in theaters), and from movies like Magnolia and The Matrix, from the music of U2, and even from comic books. He was discovering an acces­ sible God who entered his reality, and that reality was suffused with pop culture. "Great art opens up doors to the holy, including great popular art," he says. "The end of The Marriag e of Figaro is a transcendent artistic experience of forgive­ ness, but so is U2's 'When Love Comes to Town.' So partly it was my growing awareness - and my growing spiritual hunger - that led me to rely on stories and music that reminded me I was a spiritual being." Mr. Garrett might have remained a spiritual seeker, worshiping at the cinema rather than in a church, except that in 2001 he walked into an unassunling Epis­ copal church in Austin , Texas . St. James' had been founded in 1941 as an African American mission church , gaining full parish status in the Diocese of Texas in 1997. By the time Mr. Garrett walked in, the congregation had been practicing radical hospitality for years, and that warm and enthusiastic welcome over­ whelmed him. "I was instantly accepted and made wel­ come," he says. What he experienced in the Eucharist was even more and recently graduated from the Episcopal Theological powerful. "When [the Rev.] Greg Rickel stood up and Seminary of the Southwest. He is not currently in the pronounced absolution, I thought , 'Can you really do ordination process (his bishop frowns on candidates that? That's great! '" Mr. Garrett recalls. "When you're who have divorced and remarried) but he isn't worried. raised in an evangelical tradition, in which you're never "Clearly I'm not being called to parish ministry," he says. really forgiven, to have a liturgical forgiveness is just "I believe I'll be back in the process some day, and I still stunning." feel called to the priesthood, but my calling is to aca­ The sense of wonder was completed when he was demic work. I think this is what God wants me to be invited to communion, accepted at the table and into an doing - teaching and writing." encounter with Christ. Right now he is answering that call by highlighting "I grew up in a tradition without sacran1ent," he said. images of the divine embedded in our culture . His latest "There was no intimate connection with Jesus except in book , The Gospel According to Hollywood , focuses on an emotional, experiential way. 'Do you feel Jesus film's depiction of various Christian themes such as today ? If you don 't, there's something wrong in your faith , grace, sin and the Trinity. He mines movies and faith life. You're wandering."' music and comic books, from which many people are Having experienced Christ in the community and in spiritually fed without knowing just how, for markers the Eucharist, it wasn't a big leap to finding the divine in that point back to God. the world around him. Incarnational theology gave Mr. "When we look at popular culture for a spiritual mes­ Garrett a vocabulary for the glimpses of God he'd found sage , we're laying a trail of bread crumbs back to the in movies and music. During this time he also formed a tradition," he says. "The simple fact is that about 70 per­ friendship with Chris Seay, a leader in the emerging cent of our teenagers leave the church and never come church movement, which takes seriously pop culture as back. We have to find a way to connect to them where a medium for God's voice. Joining this perspective to they live spiritually , and for a lot of them that 's in popu­ Greg Garrett's writing talent, the two men collaborated lar culture." to write The Gospel Reloaded: Exploring Spiritual ity That was certainly true for Greg Garrett, who went to and Faith in The Matrix. It was more than an intrigu­ the movies for a good action flick and ended up follow­ ing project. The exercise "was a part of my serious grap­ ing a bread crumb trail that led him into a relationship pling with my doubts, fears, and hopes about with God. 0 Christianity ," he says. "And when I looked up from that experience , I was a serious Christian. " The Rev. Aaron Orear is a deacon in the Anglican Mr. Garrett has taken his discipleship seriously. He Church of Canada. He assisf,S at St. Jude's Church, serves as a lay preacher at St. David's Church, Austin, Oakville, Ontario .

OCTO BER.14 . 2007 · THE LIVIN G CHU RCH 21 Har!YPotter and itituanntext

By Timothy L. Jones perated exclamation of Hermione Grainger, the intelli­ gent, knowledge-hungry classmate of Harry, "Honestly , So the Harry Potter saga, wildly successful through­ don't you remember ... ?" Or, "Of course! Don 't you out the world , turns out to be an immense , careful , remember ...?" wonderfully crafted, accessible modern exploration of In retrospect, the clues now seem obvious. Hogwarts' Christo logy. school doesn't just observe the festival of Hallowe' en; it A couple of weeks before the release of Deathly Hal­ also observes Christmas and Easter as holidays . That did­ lows, the seventh and final installment of J.K. Rowling's n't seem like a necessary part of the story , but rather just story of the battle between good and evil in the modern a wizarding echo of the Muggle world (in mod em Britain wizarding world , Lev Grossman wrote an article in Time anyway) . However , so many of the habits of the Muggle magazine in which he complained that the vision of the world are ignored or unknown by the wizarding commu­ world advocated in the Potter series was godless and nity, that the recognition of Christmas and Easter is sig­ bureaucratic , encouraging an insipid emotional "love" as nificant. the answer to life's woes. I hope that he , like so many oth­ Harry has a godfather , Sirius Black Not a godfather in ers who have lamented a lack of depth in the Harry Pot­ the Mafia sense , but a godfather , in the real , Christian ter series, now has the grace to be embarrassed. Those godfather sense. It was never discussed furth er, but one who claimed the story to be anti-Christian turn out about only acquires a godfather by means of Christian baptism. to be utterly wrong. At some point before Voldemort tried to kill the infant I am assuming that by now any avid Potter fans will Harry because he understood the baby to thr eaten his have read the final book If you still don't know the story power (does that ring a bell?), Harry 's parents had and how it ends, then you won 't car e at this stage if I spoil decided to have him baptized . One assumes the service it for you. Harry dies, allowing himself to be executed by took plac e in the small village church , in the yard of Voldemort , the personification of evil, because Harry which Harry's parents wer e later buried. The village is knows that only his death will open the way for the defeat Godri c's Hollow - Godric is an Old English name mean­ and destruction of Voldemort. Beyond death , though, ing "The realm ( or power) of God." In the Harry Potter Harry discovers his continued reality, and then returns to story, the etymology and meaning of names and spells are life in order to rally his community of friends in the great rarely without significance. final battle to defeat Voldemort. In the pivotal Chapter 16 of Deathly Hallo ws, There have been clues all along, right through the first Hermione helps Harry find his parents' grave. It is late on six books. This is no coincid ence. Part of the attraction of Christmas Eve, perhaps even after midnight on Christmas the entire story is the constant weaving of clues into the Day 1997, and Harry kneels in front of the gravestone and plot and sub plots. A constant refrain has been the exas- (Continued on page 31)

22 TH E LIVING CHURC H · OCTO BER 14. 200 7 EDITOR'SCOLUMN

Plentyof Surprises

There were, for a change, developments worthy of note that took place at the House of Bishops' meeting in New Orleans. Here are five worth mentioning: • The address of the Bishop of Egypt: While many have dismissed this presentation as simply another sour grapes commentary by an evangelical Global South bishop, his address is worthy of attention. The Rt. Rev. Mouneer Anis had the courage to tell Ameri­ can bishops how he thought they had let down much of the Anglican Communion. "Please forgive me when I relay that some say you are a different church," he said in New Did You Know ... Orleans, "others even think that you are a dif­ Thereare 19 diocesan Bishop Bruno:."Not in my diocese." ferent religion." And how about this?: " ... if conventionson the you appreciate being members of the global September simply because we were aware weekendof Oct.26-27. Anglican family, then you have to walk along­ that this was the meeting of the House likely side the members of your family." When I fin­ to be formulating such a response . The ACC ished reading the address, I jumped to my and Primates Joint Standing Committee will feet, unleashed a fist pump that would make be reading and digesting what the bishops Quote of the Week Tiger Woods proud, and shouted "Yessss!" have to say, and will let me know their The Rt. Rev.Charles Fortunately , no one was nearby to hear me. thoughts on it early next week. After this I Jenkins,Bishop of • The announcement by the Bishop of the shall be sharing what they say, along with my Rio Grande: By the time Bishop Jeffrey Steen­ own assessments, with the primates and oth­ Louisianaduring an open son was able to deliver his irenic, humble ers, inviting their advice in the next couple of forumat the Houseof address to the house, most of its members weeks." The question is, will the other pri­ Bishops'meeting, on his had heard the news that he was planning to mates regard Sept. 30 as an ultimatum? reactionto the response resign and would become a Roman Catholic. I • Eight bishops are identified as episcopal regard this development as a tremendous loss visitors. During the early part of the bishops' to his proposal:"I think I for The Episcopal Church for mainly personal time together a group of bishops is identified havebeen hit by a stolen reasons . He has been a friend and confidant as having accepted invitations to provide epis­ beertruck on the way to for many years, and a member of the Board of copal ministry to dioceses that are unable to Directors of the Living Church Foundation , accept the ministry of the current Presiding the Superdome." which makes him my boss. His gentle, pas­ Bishop. Amazingly, a few days later one of the toral presence, his devilish sense of humor, bishops says he was not invited to become and his brilliant theological mind will be involved in this ministry. missed by many. Godspeed, my friend, as your • While the bishops are meeting, a same­ journey heads in a different direction . sex blessing takes place. The relationship of • The revelation that there is no Sept. 30 two men is blessed at All Saints' Church, Bev­ ultimatum. The Archbishop of Canterbury, no erly Hills, Calif. When the Bishop of Los Ange­ less, made this statement in New Orleans. He les, the Rt. Rev. J. John Bruno, is asked in referred to the fact that the primates of the New Orleans about this event, he tells a Anglican Communion had said they wanted reporter for The New York Times, "Not in my the American House of Bishops to respond to diocese. It does not happen without my per­ them by Sept. 30, 2007. No, technically, that's mission." No, he hasn't given permission for not an ultimatum. An ultimatum implies that these events to take place, but the clergy of it's the last attempt . We do not know whether the Diocese of Los Angeles have been told this is the primates' last attempt to ask the they can perform acts of pastoral care with­ House of Bishops for a response. "Despite out the bishop's blessing. As for Resolution what has been claimed, there is no 'ultima­ B033 from the 2006 General Convention, it is tum' involved," Archbishop Rowan Williams conveniently overlooked. said. "The primates asked for a response by 30 David Kalvelage, executive editor

OCTOB ER 14. 2007 · THE LIV ING CHU RCH 23 EDITORIALS

House of Bishops Opts for Status Quo The response by the House of Bishops to the primates of the Anglican Communion should come as a surprise to no one. Its document, "A Response to Questions and Concerns Raised by Our Anglican Communion Partners, " released at the conclusion of the House of Bishops ' meeting in New Orleans, makes it clear that the status quo will continue in The Episcopal Church . The bishops reiterated much of what they said at their spring meeting, although to their credit, they were able to do it in a tone that was less arrogant and condescending than their previous communication to the primates. In February, the primates had asked the Amer­ Steve Waring photo ican bishops not to authorize any rite of blessing Bishop Suffragan John Rabb (left) of Maryland and Bishop Rob O'Neill of Colorado at House of Bishops ' media briefing Sept. 20. for same-sex unions in their dioceses or through General Convention, and they requested that the bishops wide majority will consider that the concerns have been not give consent for episcopal orders to any candidate living addressed sufficiently and that it is time to move on to more in a same-sex relationship. The primates asked the bishops important matters. While we too would hope that the for a response by Sept. 30. The document produced in New church could begin to turn its attention to the great com­ Orleans represents an earnest attempt to respond to the pri­ mission and other ministries, we recognize there are addi­ mates, but it fails to provide what was being sought. tional matters to be resolved. For one thing, we await the In their document, the bishops state clearly, "We pledge as response of the primates of the Anglican Communion as to a body not to authorize public rites for the blessing of same­ whether The Episcopal Church has provided a sufficient sex unions." Unfortunately, that does not address the con­ response to their concerns. We also anticipate reactions cern , as was illustrated vividly during the bishops' meeting. It from those bishops who embraced the tenets of the Wmdsor is one thing for the bishops to state that they will not author­ Report , for at least some of them will be disappointed. ize same-sex blessings to take place . It is quite another for The House of Bishops has made a sincere attempt to pro­ them to prevent such blessings. During the New Orleans vide leadership to a church wracked by controversy, confu­ meeting, it was learned that a same-sex blessing had taken sion and discouragement. Its document shows it has taken place at a church in the Diocese of Los Angeles. The Bishop the primates' concerns seriously without backing down of Los Angeles was asked by reporters to explain how this from its previous stances. Unfortunately, what we have been could happen. He remarked that he had not given authoriza­ presented is a declaration of the status quo in The Episcopal tion for the service. But it was pointed out that in this case , Church , and that's not good enough. and in some other dioceses, bishops give their clergy free reign in providing pastoral care to their people, and in many cases same-sex blessings are treated as issues of pastoral care. Consequently, same-sex blessings will continue . From Coverto Cover The bishops addressed the primates' other concern by From Harry Potter to Madeleine L'Engle to Greg turning to resolution B033 of the 2006 General Convention, Garrett, this special issue has a decided emphasis which cautions bishops with jurisdiction and standing com­ on books. It is our Fall Book Issue, an opportunity mittees "to exercise restraint by not consenting to the con­ to showcase books that may be of interest to Epis­ secration of any candidate to the episcopate whose manner copalians and other Anglicans. This issue includes of life presents a challenge to the wider church and will lead more space for book reviews , and advertisements to further strain on communion." That resolution, as was by publishers of recently released books. There is pointed out at General Convention , does not mention non­ even a feature article on how publishers determine celibate homosexual persons , but the bishops addressed the covers of their books. As the days grow shorter that in their document , acknowledging "that non-celibate and temperatures drop, most of us will be spending gay and lesbian persons are included among those to whom more time indoors. Oftentimes that means there is B033 pertains." Unfortunately, the explanation is not part of more time for reading. We hope this issue may be a the resolution, and it would not be surprising to learn that resource for those looking for quality reading mate­ astute chancellors have found loopholes in it. rial for the months ahead . There is plenty from The response of the bishops probably will be adequate which to choose. for, or even embraced by, much of The Episcopal Church. A

24 TH E LIVING CHURCH · OCTOBER 14. 2007 READER'SVIEWPOINT

The Poetic Truth of Madeleine L'Engle

By Bonnie Shullenberger of the reach of God. While she understood, from a human perspective, that many people did indeed refuse met Madeleine L'Engle [TLC, Sept. 30) in 1984. She God's love, she harbored a slightly naive incomprehen­ I was leading a quiet day at my church, and I had sion of people who would not accept God's loving been asked by the rector to drive to Manhattan to pick embrace. her up. I knew little about her, except that she had writ­ Doctrine was not a big point with Madeleine, but ten a couple of books that my daughter liked. I did not poetic truth was. She drew a clear distinction between expect the tall, larger-than-life, assertive woman who fact and truth. Her wonderful novel, Many Waters, clar­ appeared out of the elevator that morning. I had an ifies this . Her description of the pre-flood story of M.F.A. in creative writing, and I thought I had encoun­ Noah's family includes manunoths and unicorns, but tered the typical sample of writers already. Madeleine never descends into fundamentalist apologetics. It is did not fit into my presuppositions. clear that she understands the poetic truth of the flood Once she had accommodated her frame to my small story, while never mistaking it for historic fact. This dis­ car and exchanged the necessary pleasantries, she tinction got her into trouble more than once . politely but firmly told me that she couldn't talk as she Madeleine's overt Christian orientation drew many had to focus on the quiet day. So we drove in silence Christian readers and stud ents to her, but some could along the Hudson River while I figured out the road not understand her willingness to accept the language signs and she organized herself for the day. and imagery of science and non-Christian religiosity. I was a baby Christian at that time and I had never She was disturbed when she was attacked at evangeli­ been to a quiet day, nor had I any idea what to expect. cal Christian colleges. I was driving her on another But what she had to say resonated deeply with my bud­ occasion after one such attack. At that point she did not ding faith - that God is love, that there is nothing you know where it came from or why it happened. For all can do that will put you beyond the reach of God's love, her theo logical intelligence, she did not understand that God's love is the defining point of the universe. Sin why anyone would disagree with her. She thought it was, to her, to refuse God's love. The greatest wrong was perfectly obvious that a writer could draw on any was to refuse God's love, to put oneself willfully outside (Cont inued on next page)

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The Rt. Rev. Dr. N.T. Wright (Continued from previous page) She had been approached by a famous Bishop of Durham source to make her point, if the source Hollywood producer who wanted to was coherent to the overall theme. It make a film of The Arm of the Four addresses on was the integrity of the writing that Starfish, her theological thriller about mattered, not somebody else's idea of a young American caught up in inter­ The Bible and political or theological correctness. national scientific intrigue. The Tomorrow's World It was a curious combination: her famous producer loved the story, certainty of the truth of her own writ­ thought it would make a hit movie, but November 23-24, 2007 ing, and her open, defiant sort-of one little change had to be made. One uncertainty about her faith. She was of the central characters, who dies in San Antonio, Texas once asked by a teenage girl, "Mrs. the book, had to be kept alive. You Franklin, do you really and truly can't kill Joshua; it would be too Registration: $100.00. believe in God with no doubts at all?" depressing. Just a small thing, you see, Mail to: N.T. Wright Conference, She told the girl, "I really and truly not really important. And you'll make P.O. Box 368, Corpus Christi, believe in God with all kinds of zillions and zillions of dollars. doubts." Then she commented, "But I Just fall down and worship me, and TX 78403 base my life on this belief." all the kingdoms of the earth will be The strength of that belief may be yours, as somebody else put it a long For more information: appreciated by her commentaries in time ago. www.bishopelliott.org The Glorious Impossible, a work from Madeleine refused. The movie was or call (361) 882-1735 1990. The book reproduces Giotto's never made. "Joshua died," Madeleine frescoes of the life of Christ from the said. "That's what happened." Historical fact? Poetic truth? Does it matter? Apparently it does. In The Glo­ rious Impossible, Madeleine carefully presents the Incarna­ tion in more than poetic terms. Though she frequently described herself as questioning or queru­ lous, she never left the faith of the church. Not as she under­ stood it, anyway. Madeleine L'Engle was an inspiring, questioning, difficult WHOLE presence in the church. You have to read at least a handful of her CHRISTIANITY approximately 60 books to experi­ ence her in1portance and poetic Solid, complete instruction sway. She was a strong character in the teaching and worship Scrovegni Chapel in Padua, accompa­ whose words still confront the church. of the Church, for Inquirers nied by Madeleine's biblical retellings I remember her long arms swooping and Enrichment. of each scene . The book was intro­ above her head as she cried out, "Love," duced as a children's Christmas book. in the closing moments of her retreats 8 ½ x 11, Spiral Bound with For my own part, I have given many and quiet days, and wonder if I, as a Color Charts and Graphics. copies to young and not-so-young preacher, have ever had anything more Inquirers class inquirers into the Christian faith. to say. Probably not. 0 Madeleine's humane, literate exposi­ easily facilitated tion of the gospel narrative next to The Rev. Bonnie Shullenberger is a $21.50 shipped in the U.S. Giotto's thrilling frescoes is just about priest of the Church of the Province of $25 Shipped outside the U.S. the next best thing to reading the Uganda. She assists at Trinity gospels themselves. Church, Ossining, N. Y. The Anglican The strength of her belief in her Bookstore own poetic truth may be gauged by a The Reader's Viewpoint article does not nec­ 800-572-7929 story she told to the participants in a essarily represent the editorial opinion of writers' retreat in which I participated. THELMNG CHURCH or its board of directors.

26 THE LIV IN G CHURCH · OCTOBER 14, 2007 ~ETTERSTOTHE EDITOR -- ·"v•:,rl.. 'f . \aettava1· Unjustified The opinions of the Rev. Jack Estes [TLC, Sept. 23] left me with unan­ swered questions. First, has he engaged in dialogue with our P.B. about her theological stances? Or is he going on hearsay and media reports? Even if her theology of salvation differs from his, does her theological stance define TEC? Is Fr. Estes aware of situations in which dissident clergy and congrega­ tions have violated the trust of bish­ ops with creedal faith and a spirit willing to work with those dissident clergy and congregations? His simplistic generalizations do not justify the betrayal of the very nature of any hierarchical church, namely that the diocese forms the basic unit of the church, not the individual congregations, and that properties are held in trust for the diocese. The tone of his remarks hints at an unreconcilable individual looking for justifications for his cynicism and bitter spirit. My apologies to him if that feels judgmental or if it misses his spirit. Perpetuating more structures over theological difference will do nothing to quell the human spirit's darker tenden­ cies nor to demonstrate to those in darkness that we have any creative lov­ ing energy from the power of Christ's sacrifice to live with difference. (The Rev.) David Perkins All Souls' Church "A most unusual, remarkable book about the Transfiguration of Christ as Atlee, Va. interpreted, presented, and re-presented by the Eastern Orthodox Church .... Solrunn Nes's book is a quiet oasis wherein we may discover the initial and ultimate source of the Christian understanding of the 'self' anchored in the The Rev. Jack Estes suggests that it perfectibility and beauty of humankind:' is The Episcopal Church that has betrayed the trust of those who gave - ELIZABETH K. ZELENSKY their time and resources to the pur­ Georgetown University

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28 THE LIVING CHURCH · OCTOBER 14. 2007 DEDICATEDTOSTAINED GLASSEXCELLENCE

FORMORE TilAN A investigate the viability of the cathe­ date of our electing convention on dral. This committee was comprised November 10. The date of the House of of clergy and lay members of the dio­ Bishops' meeting was not considered. cese. We met as a committee numerous Speaking for myself, I was not even STUDIOHAVE times and prayerfully considered many aware of what that date was. BBENCREATING questions . Among them: What is the The instructions to the search com­ purpose of a cathedral? Is our cathe­ mittee were that whether or not a gay &. CONSERVING dral fulfilling its intended purpose? In candidate was elected was a decision STAINEDGLASS between meetings, we each did our for the whole diocese, not a committee. WINDOWS assigned homework, from investigat­ They were not instructed to present a ing past and current cathedral use, gay candidate, nor were they instructed WORLDWIDE. cathedral overhead expenses, the possi­ not to, but simply to present the three FORMORE INFORMATION & /JTBRATURE to six best candidates. I was not a mem­ bilities of increased usage, to the cur­ PL/JASEWROE, FAX, PHONE OR E-MAIL 'JV: rent cathedral building limitations (not ber of the search committee and am not viable for offices, and not handicap privy to its discussions. RohlfsStudio Inc. accessible). (The Rev.) Wayne Carlson 783South . 3rd.Ave. We found that the location of the Park Forest, fll. MountVemon,NYI0550 cathedral could not be ignored. While PAI· 914-699-7091 Fr. Neiman refers to the cathedral as The editorial mentioned by the corre­ 800-969-4J 06 ,os o,.. the "center" of the diocese, we found spondent stated incorrectly that the 0 :. .... BE SURETO it was neither the spiritual center nor ewction in Chicago is for a bishop the geographic center, and perhaps coadjutor. That diocese will elect a ~ ~ ; VISITOUR WI:BSITE never had been. diocesan bishop. Ed. : ~ : www.Rohlfstudio.com I would attribute the "failure" of the L-~~~:•,:.: e-mail:[email protected] cathedral to location and perhaps Traditional•Contemporary • Restorations The editorial, "Chicago Sends a even to its initial vision. While the Message," seems to put the cart choice of Kalamazoo to be the "cen­ before the horse. How can the Dio­ ter" of the diocese is odd, perhaps the cese of Chicago be held responsible St. Mark's Press initial vision of the cathedral was a for the actions of a few, specifically, 1-800-365-0439 problem too. It did not take into con­ the Bishop Search Committee and 8021 W . 21" St. N. sideration the needs of the churches the standing committee? Wichita KS 67205 and members. I concluded that bricks Until the process is completed and and mortar do not a cathedral make. The Revised Common Lectionary the candidates are presented at gath­ Too much pride, time, and money is erings (Oct. 23-28) and the diocese 00 spent on man-made structures and Episcopal Gospel Book~ $150. meets to elect the 12th Bishop of their upkeep . Bishop Lee had the right RCL - Only the Gospels Chicago can the whole diocese be Burgundy-red cover with idea taking his "cathedra" on the road. gold embossing held responsible? Also, only after the I celebrate the fact that 2,500 Chris­ Red ribbon marker majority of standing committees of Scripture index tians will be worshiping in the build­ Suitable for use the other dioceses and bishops with in procession as is ing and "focusing on reaching jurisdiction give their OK will the 00 southwest Michigan." I do not think I Desktop Size $30. elected person be made a bishop of All the Readings 3-year cycles A, B, C need a cathedral building to be able to Plus Contemporary Collects The Episcopal Church. answer the three questions: "Why BCP Psalms , NRSV , Red This whole elaborate procedure Jesus," "why the church? ," and "why gives a voice to all and prevents an Lectern Edition~ Episcopal this church?" uninformed election by the diocese. Hardbound - $200.00 Lynn A. Glahn 8.5 x 11, Burgundy-red , large print An outline of the process, which was Harbor Springs, Mich. All the readings 3-year cycles A , B. C set up on Oct. 12, 2006, can be found No shipping charges at www.bishopforchicago.org. I doubt anyone in 2006 knew about the 1-800-365-0439 Lookfor the Best dates for the House of Bishops' meet­ Episcopal Eucharistic Lectionary ing or about one candidate's sexual 00 I am responding to the editorial con­ NRSV Text - Pew Size - $20. cerning the election of a bishop in the orientation. BCP Collects & Psalms - 3-year cycle - Navy Blue Diocese of Chicago [TLC, Sept. 23]. I Why is TLC disapproving of the VISA or MasterCard accepted was president of the standing commit­ Diocese of Chicago? How have we Call for our FREE catalog tee when the schedule was established. disregarded the Anglican Commu­ All books plus S & H except the Gospel and Lectern nion when we have yet to express The timing of the announcement of www .episcopal -ks .org/shepherd/sm press .htm I nominees was coordinated with the (Continued on next page)

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(Continued from previous page) for making the decisions they have ple insist that disagreement means ours elves? How does this editori al made . These decisions were driven by hatred. I find it more often loving con­ help to bring about TLC's desire for a strong desire to lead a biblically cern for others they consider in error. "healing and unity." based diocese . (The Rev.) Jam es Graner (The Rev.) Frances Zielins ki, It is one thing to be a sinner as we Larn ed, Kan . deacon all are and quite another to condone Chicago, Ill. sin as a church body. Folks , we are on a slippery slope here . Now would be Thereis Precedent A SlipperySlope an ideal time to take a strategic look at where this crisis started and where it Seeing as how Hebrews 12:1 (KJV) As a cradle Episcopalian I'm dis­ is headed. If we condone this type of uses the same construction as Genesis mayed beyond belief at the state of sin, what's next? 26:27 [TLC, Sept. 9], there appears to affairs in The Episcopal Church. The Eddie Jones be ample precedent for using it in the issues at hand are black and white. At Richardson, Texas traditional collect for Proper 18 [TLC, least they are in my King James Bible. July 15]. Progressive seculars have taken • Laura Rico conservative Episcopalians for a ride PureFiction Los Banos, Calif with any sort of ordination of anyone living the "alternat e" lifestyle. Once There is much in the September 16 you let this genie out of the proverbial issue to set one scratching his head . It's a Challenge bottle , you see what can happen . The premise of some of the contribu­ Ordination of non-celibate homo­ tors (while their arguments are com­ Yes, many of us would like to sexual persons condones sin. pr ehensi ve enough) issue from remain Episcopalians. How we can do I would like to see major efforts to isolated presumptions and possibly, that and also continue to be faithful undo the damage that has been done to my mind, pure fiction. Also, Fr. Christians in the historic sense of that or a perman ent schism is going to Windsor's final remarks speak more word is a challenge that eludes us. occur. I for one applaud the efforts of of his mind than my observations of Terry Biggart Bishop Iker and his like-minded peers his remarks justify . I wonder why peo- Seattle, Wash.

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BOOKS POSITIONS OFFERED Appointments The Rev. KristinBarberia is school minister ANGLICAN THEOLOGICAL BOOKS : Scholarly, DIRECTOR OF CIDLDREN'S EDUCATION: Grace out-of-print. Request catalog. The Anglican Bibliopole, Cathedral, Topeka, KS, seeks full-time Director of Chil­ at St. Matthew's, PO Box 37, Pacific Pal­ 858 Church St.. Saratoga Springs , NY 12866-8615. PH: dren's Education to oversee growing nursery. preschool, isades, CA 90272-0037. (518) 587-7470. E-mail: [email protected]. Visit and children 's (K-5) programs. Experience in children's The Rev. James Billingtonis priest-in­ www.anglicanbooks.klink.net. formation and excellent communication and leadership charge of St. Peter's, 402 S Lincoln St., Santa skills required ; education degree helpful but not manda­ Maria, CA 93458. THE FORGIVENESS BOOK by Bob Libby is available at tory. Professional position with competit ive salary and The Cathedral Book Store [email protected] or benefits. For immediate consideration, submit letter of The Rev. DaleColeman, Jr., is interim rec­ (305) 789-0074. interest , c. v.. and a list of three professional references to tor of St. George's, 105 E D St., Belleville, IL The Rev. Andrew Grosso, Canon Residentiary, Grace 62220-1295. Episcopal Cathedral, 701 SW 8th Ave., Topeka, KS, The Rev. CynthiaHoward is rector of St. CHURCH FURNISHINGS 66603, or to [email protected]. Anne's, PO Box 6586, Lees Summit, MO FLAGS AND BANNERS: Custom designed Episcopal 64064-6586. flags and banners by Festival Flags in Richmond,Virginia. FULL-TIME RECTOR: Holy Cross Episcopal Church, The Rev. JulieMorris is priest-in-charge of Please contact us by phone at 800-233-5247 or by E-mail Pensacola, FL. Beautiful northwest Florida Gulf Coast Trinity, PO Box 306, Fillmore, CA 93016. at [email protected]. community. Active, friendly, supportive congregation of The Rev. Scott Petersenis assistant at approximately 320 communicants in growing suburban LITURGICAL ARTS neighborhood . We seek a loving , spiritual pastor who Good Shepherd, 400 Seabrook Rd., Tequesta, enjoys teaching, preaching and a traditional style of wor­ FL 33469. ARCHITECTURAL STAINED GLASS, INC. From ship. Attractive, contemporary facilities. Send resume or The Very Rev. RobertL. Rademakeris dean Alaska to Florida and from New Hampshire to Hawaii, contact us for additional information including parish pro­ of Christ Church Cathedral, 510 S Farwell St., our art has been enlight ening places of worship through­ file. Britt Landrum, Search Committee Chairman, Eau Claire, WI 54701. out North America since 1977. See for yourself at Holy Cross Episcopal Church, 7979 N. Ninth Ave., The Rev. PaulSt. Germainis rector of St. www.archstglassinc.com or call (432) 426-3311. Pensacola, FL 32514. Telephone: (850) 266-6110. E-mail: [email protected]. Mark's, 2151 Dorset Rd., Columbus, OH 43221. POSITIONS OFFERED The Rev. DeeWoodward is priest-in-charge PART-TIME ORGAMST: St. Paul's Episcopal of Good Shepherd, 95 Woburn St., Reading, FULL-TIME DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRIES: Church, Duluth, MN. One service , one rehearsal MA 01867-2907. St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Akron, OH, seeks an (rehearsals weekly during school year), plus additional energetic youth minister with experience or significant services at Christmas , Lent, Easter, confirmation. Liturgy training. for a full-time position devoted to junior and sen­ and music planning . and staff meetings as well, up to 18 Ordinations ior high school students. St. Paul's is a program-sized con­ hours/week total. Weddings and funerals provide addi­ gregation. strong ly supportive of youth ministry, and tional fees with right of first refusal. Competence and Priests blessed with outstanding facilities. We 're looking for interest in vocal and/or bell choir conducting could lead to someone spiritually mature who is authentic , eager to additional duties and salary. Well-designed, well-main­ EauClaire - KathleenJane Charles. share his or her faith and wisdom with teenagers in and tained 111/34Moller. recently rebuilt console with multi­ SoutheastFlorida - SusanBruttell . outside of our church , able to organize and lead weekly level SSL memory system. meetings and occasional retreats, and willing to involve Position open as of January I, 2008. Letter of application Deacons our students in service projects and mission trips. We have and resumes to Organ Search Committee, St. Paul's dedicated volunteers and a staff that is eager to incorpo­ Episcopal Church, 1710 E. Superior St., Duluth, MN Albany - Jacqueline S. Jones, Bruce rate a team player who will work creatively, cooperatively, 55812, or e-mail: [email protected] by Decem­ Mason, TeresaMonica , ThomasEdward Ortung, and faithfully with clergy. youth leaders, and parents in ber I. 2007. Detailed specification of the organ available W.Beau Wagner . the joyful service of God and the gospel. If you are inter­ upon request. Website: www.stpaulsduluth.org. Easton- LoriBabcock , DavidMichaud. ested. please send your resume to Marcheta Scott either via e-mail to [email protected] , or by mail to St. Milwaukee- SethDietrich , CathyMilliken, Paul's Episcopal Church, 1361 W. Market St., Akron, FULL-TIME RECTOR: St. John's Church, Sonora, Lisa Saunders, Scott Seefeldt,Kevin Stewart, OH 44313. Website: www.stpaulsakron.org. MarciaTyriver. TX. Loyal church family is seeking a traditional, dynamic. special person to join us as our priest. spiritual leader and SoutheastFlorida - LomaGoodison, Jeanie FULL-TIME RECTOR: St. Alban 's Episcopal Church, friend to share our mutual vision for growth. Our children Martinez-Jantz, ClayWaddell . McCook, NE. Tired of the big city life with its positives want someone to show an active interest in their activities SouthernOhio - Timothy Glenn Borah, AND negatives? Well-established. beautiful church in and instill their souls with a spiritual agenda. Our elderly JacquelynM. Burns, Leslie Abel Flemming, southwest Nebraska needs an energetic rector. He or she need spiritual reassurance. The "betweens " need someone Craig Arthur Foster, David Kendall-Sperry, must have strengths in leading our church in growth, min­ to lead in love and growth of our faith, church life and istry with youth, spiritual guidance, pastoral care, Christ­ community service. St. John's offers a beautiful house in Steven David Paulikas, M. Alton Plummer, ian education and providing down-to-earth sermons the best neighborhood. excellent parish hall, and the most ThomasR. Southerland, JosephAnthony Stew­ relating lo everyday life from within scripture. Our com­ beautiful rock church, columbarium and grounds. Rich in art-Sicking,Philip Louis Webster. munity offers an excellent hospital and medical clinic. history, in ranching, and nestled in the Hill Country on superior schools with proven athletic programs. The area Interstate 10 between San Antonio and San Angelo , our Resignations presents exceptional hunting, fishing, golf and the great town has an exceptional 2A school system, doctors. den­ outdoors, with spectacu lar sunrises and sunsets. Quality tists, a small, well-run hospital. active Lions Club. and a The Rev. John Capellaro, as rector of St. of life at its best. Send inquiries to The Rev. Canon John strong ministerial alliance of all the churches. For more Michael and All Angels', Studio City, CA. Schaefer, Diocese of Nebraska, 109 N. 18th St., information contact: Janel Andrews, P.O. Box 1123, Omaha, NE 68102. Sonora, TX 76950 or e-mail: [email protected]. Retirements The Rev. GeorgeE. Andrews , as headmaster of St. Andrew's School, Boca Raton, FL. TO PLACE A CLASSIFIED, The Rev. Canon DenisO'Pray , as rector of Our Saviour, San Gabriel, CA. CONTACT AMBER MUMA AT The Rev. Mary BethWells , as deacon at St. Paul's, Delray Beach, FL, and as head of the Diocesan School for Christian Studies. [email protected] Next week ... 1 276-5420 ext 12 Responses to the Bishops

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FULL-TIME RECTOR: SL Christopher's-by-the-Sea, FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE RECTOR/CURATE: FULL-TIME PARISH ADMINISTRATOR: Christ Key Biscayne, FL, is looking for a rector to help us continue Church of the Holy Comforter, Kenilworth, IL, a historic Episcopal Church, New Bern, NC, seeks an admini stra­ revitalizing our church, work with the vestry and lay groups and vibrant Episcopal parish on Chicago's suburban north tor for a dynamic 1,200-mem ber resource pari sh. Position to take us further on our present course and build on our shore, is seeking an energetic and team-oriented priest for serves as direct liaison between rector and parish, office strengths, generating new ideas to enliven St. Christopher 's an opening on our clergy staff. While we would prefer an manager, and manage r of lay staff. Pari sh is seeking a growth. experien ced candidate, we are willing to consider candi­ team leade r/player , manager of detail with ministry Our next rector would enjoy the challenge of developing a dates for eithe r an associa te rector or curate position, awa reness , and good peopl e ski lls. Visit youth program and spearheading the revitalization of a Sun­ depending upon the individual 's qualifications and expe­ www.christchurchnewbern.com for detailed descri ption day School program. He/she will also help us grow spiritu­ rience . Th is is a wonderful opportuni ty for either an expe­ under bulletin board and contact Dr. Peter Stube, Rector, ally by providing training for lay ministers and by being rienced priest who is looki ng for a strong team-ori ented peterstube @embarqmail.com with additi onal question s. involved in a variety of services and pastoral counse ling. environment , or a seminarian who would like a thorou gh Our rector should feel comforta ble working in a setting grounding in the full range of clerica l respo nsibilities - CATHEDRAL DEAN: St. Mark's Cathedral in the Dio­ which includes a Montessori school, since he/she will be preaching, teaching, liturgica l leadership, pastoral care, cese of Western Louisiana seeks a dean for our parish of Headmaster. Given the changing demographics of our com­ youth ministry and parish adminis tration. Our pari sh is 1,200 members . Strong leadersh ip and adm inistrative munity and our Montessori enrollment, we may consider growing slowly, but steadily, with an influx of young fam­ skills are needed to guide the pari sh and Cathedral School , renewing the Hispanic ministry; the vestry believes Spanish ilies . We have an open, active and engaged laity and a K-3 through 8th grade. The next dean should be able to fluency (as a second language) is an advantage. broad range of ministries focused on both the community lead us in spiritual growt h, stimulate our youth and young The rector should have exceptional educational achieve­ and our parish . The parish is strong and stable financially adult s and enhance lay ministry. Please send your resume ment, skill as a preacher (six to ten years experience work­ and our compen sation package is attractive . Send and COO profile to Stephen Yancey, Search Committee ing in the church in an active capacity - professiona l, inquiries to: John Campbell , Church of the Holy Com­ at [email protected], or Stephen business and life experiences will also be considered), pre­ forter, 222 Kenilworth Ave., Kenilworth, IL 60043, or Yancey, Search Committee, P.O. Box 22260, Shreve­ vious parochial experience , and a high degree of social affa­ call (847) 251-0589 . E-mai l to: jfc12l9 @aol.com. For port, LA 71120. bility and awareness. more inforn iation, please visit our webs ite at www.holy­ As parish executive, the rector will manage church staff and comforter.org/parishinformation /employmentoppor­ coordi nate the different church commissions, and also man­ tunities.asp. age church finances and growth in accordance with the HALF-TIME RECTOR : SL Joh11's Episcopal Church, church's goals and aspirations. Pensacola, FL. This congregation, located near the NAS Our rector will also serve as a communications and inter­ FULL-TIME FOOD AND BEVERAGE DIRECTOR: Pensacola, waterfront homes, beautiful bayous and Pen­ pretation link berween the parish and the larger Church. Solomon Episcopal Conference Center, Loranger, LA. sacola Bay, seeks retired or semi-retired priest to expand A beautiful rectory is provided in the compensation pack­ Idyllic, pastoral working environment (www.thesolomon­ ministries and worship participation . Facilities: attractive age, with extra benefits. center.org) is actively seeking applicants for Director of 250-seat brick church, abundance of classroom s and parking St Christopher 's-by-the-Sea is a unique church in a unique Food and Beverage Operations. A wonderful opportunity for lot on 3 acres. Contact: The Rev. Canon Mark Dunnam, community. We are a small, loving congregation . We look someone in the hospitality industry considering an early Diocese of Central Gulf Coast, P.O. Box 13330, Pen­ forward to meeting you as you navigate the path to retirement and/or a less stressful environment with freedom sacola, FL 32591-3330. Phone: (850) 434-7337. E-mail: St. Christopher's. Complete application details and history to be creative (may be position available for spouse as well). [email protected]. at: www.stchrlskb.org or email: [email protected]. Hands-on culinary and management experience. Benefits include gro up health. sick leave and vacation. Drug-free workplace; pre-employment and random drug FULL-TIME RECTOR: SL Paul's Episcopal Church, FULL-TIME YOUTH MINISTER: Christ Church, Mid­ screens. Background check required. EOE. LaPort e, IN. Beautiful , traditional church with historic land, TX, an Anglican church, seeks a full-time youth min­ Send resume to "Executive Director" (personal and confi­ organ , thriving preschool , seeks energetic recto r, a pastor ister to work with JrJSr. High teenagers. Christ Church is a dent ial), SECC, 54296 Highway 445, Loranger, LA and teacher, who connects with older members and helps growing, Bible-believing congregation of 400, commiued to 70446. Fax: (985)748-2843 or [email protected]. us grow and enhance our mission of "Strengt hen ing Fam­ evangelism and discipleship. Qualifications include living ilies in Christ." Visit tbe diocesan webs ite, faith in Jesus Christ, youth ministry experience and a will­ ednin.org /ednin/ to link with ours , and direct all ingness to serve four or more years. Formal youth ministry FULL-TIME ASSISTANT RECTOR FOR CHRIST­ replies/inquiries to the diocesan office . education is a plus. Experience in an Anglican or Episcopal IAN FORMATION : All Saints Episcopal Church, Win­ congrega tion is helpful, but not necessary. ter Park, FL, is seek ing an experienced priest to work Compensa tion include s a generous salary in keeping with with the rector in oversight and implementation of spiri­ POSITIONS WANTED your expe rience ($40, 000 or more ), full family hea lth tual formation progr ams from 5th grade to adult. The insurance. pension, profe ssional expense reimbursement. assist ant will also share in the liturgical and pastoral min­ FULL-TIME ORGANIST-CHOIRMASTER : Avail­ and a moving allowance. We have a new building with istries of the parish. All Saints is a vital resource-s ized able 2008 for lead ing active liturgical music program that dedicated youth space . Midland is a medium-sized city parish in a wonderful community near Orlando , Florida . is central to parish life and mission. Master's degree , 25 with beautif ul ne ighborhoods and exce llent schoo ls. Please e-mail resume and/or COO profil e to the rector : years' experience in program to resource/corporate-sized Please apply by email with cover letter, resume and refer­ The Rev. Dr. Robert Lord at Frrobl@allsaintswp .com parishes. Strengths include choir trainin g (RSCM pro­ ences to The Rev. Jonathan Hartzer at or ca ll (407) 647-3413. gram for childr en, teens, adult s), service playing , liturgy jhartzer @christchurchmidland .org . planning , teac hing. organizing concerts , workshop s. Organized , engaging , co llegial working style. Part-time EXE CUTIVE DIRECTOR: Th e Edu cationa l Cent er. a HALF-TIME VICAR: St. Jude's Episcopal Church, considered if area schoo l job available. Please direct 60-year-ol d non-profit orga nizatio n, is looking for an Ocean View, HI. Southernm ost Episcopa l church in the inquiries conta ining contact name and phone/e-mail to: executive dir ecto r to lead the gro up 's work into a cre­ U.S. in remote part of the island of Hawaii (the Big Island) The Living Church Foundation, Attn: Reply Box 828, ative future and explore new ways to foster spir itual seeks prie st with strong faith. entrepreneurial spirit , and P.O. Box 514036 , Milwaukee, WI 53203-3434 . growt h. psyc hological development, per sonal transfor­ leader ship skills able to channel abundant energies of mation and socia l renewal. For more inform ation , see small (ASA 25) congregation. Church is a central point of www.educationalcenter.org. outreach in community of 4,800 people and growing. FOR SALE Priest asked to be involved in local communit y. Located near southern tip of island of Hawaii, in dry area near vol­ FOR SALE: Altar set, c l 928, stunning. 34" crucifix , 24" FULL-TIME RECTOR: Church of the Holy Apostles, cano and coffee-growing region. with abundant outdoor high mass/16 " low mass candlesticks, process iona l cross, Wynnewood, PA. A dynamic parish of approx imately 90 activities. Brand new 3-bed room vicarage provided . Send engra ved, brass finish with decorative stone s. families, located in Philadelphi a's Main Line. seeks a full­ resume to Ministry0penings @episcopalhawaii.org , or In addition , Brass eagle lectern. superb heavy casting time rector. Our members welcome all and seek to live out ca ll Canon Liz Beasley at (808) 536-7776, ext. 326. c l890. 68"/24" wingspan , 21" diameter. Pictur es, other our baptismal cove nant by serv ing Christ in all person s, items. www.aqsim.com/AllSaints , PH: (973) 627-2117. and loving our neighbors as ourselve s. The ideal candidate E-mail: Pat McKenzie at patmckenzie @optonline.net . is a warm, welcoming, compassionate, caring, and charis­ PART-TIME VICAR: St Mark's Episcopal Church, matic leader, and a strong preacher who can deliver a con­ Kimberling City, MO, seeks part-time retired priest as cise and relevant message while relating the scripture to vicar. St. Mark's is located in the Ozark Mountain area of TRAVEL/ PILGRIMAGES daily life in a meanin gful and inclusiv e way. Key goals of southwestern Missouri on beautiful Table Rock Lake , a the congregatio n include outreach. growt h in member ship, popular retirem ent area, near Springfield and Branson. CLERGY OR LAY LEADERS, intere sted in seeing the and children and youth ministry development. To learn Parish priorities are grow th and outreach. Visit: world for FREE ? England, Greece , Turkey, the Holy more about CHA and view our pari sh profil e, visit www.stmrks.com, or contact Bishop's Warden Alice Land. Ethiopia, and more ! Contact Journeys Unlimited . www.cha-pa.org. Please submit resum e by October 26 to: Williams. E-mail : abwillyums @fastmail.fm Phone: E-mail journeys @groupist.com or call 800-486-8359 ext Search Committee Chair, DDugan @lawsgr.com . (417) 739-5008. 205, 206, or 208.

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AVERY, CA (Calaveras Big Trees) BOSTON,MA NEW YORK, NY ST. CLARE OF ASSISI Hwy. 4 THE CHURCH OF THE ADVENT (617) 523-2377 TRINITY Broadway at Wall Street The Rev. Marfin Leonard Bowman , v (209) 754-5381 30 Brimmer Street Web: www.theadvent.org Sun H Eu 9 & 11:15. Mon-Fri MP 8:15, H Eu 12:05, EP 5:15. Sun High Mass 9 (Rite 1) E-mail : [email protected] Open Sun 7-4; Mon-Fri 7-6; Sat 8-4 The Rev. Allan B. Warren Ill, r; the Rev. Patrick T. Gray, c; the Rev. Andrew C. Blume c; the Rev. Daphne B. ST. PAUL'S Broadway at Fulton FORT MYERS BEACH, FL Noyes, d; Eric Hillegas , pastoral assistant for youth The Rev. Canon James H. Cooper, D. Min. , r ST. RAPHAEL'S 5601 WIiiiams Drive (239) 939-1696 Sun MP 7:30, Ch S, 10:15; Masses 8, 9, 11 :15 (Sol High); Sun H Eu 8, 10. Mon-Sat Prayer Service 12:30 www .saint-raphaels.org [email protected] Mon-Fri, MP 9; Mass 12:15 (except Wed); EP 5:30; Wed , Open Sun 7-4; Mon-Sat 10-8 The Rev. Alice Marcrum, r; The Ven. Richard Palmer , Mass 6; Sat, MP 8:30 , Mass 9, C 9:30 . assist. priest Sun H Eu 9; Tues Taize 7; Thurs Rosary 4 (Chapel) ASHEVILLE, NC NEWARK, NJ CATHEDRAL OF ALL SOULS (Biltmore Village) STUART, FL GRACE CHURCH 950 Broad St., at Federal Sq. 3 Angle St. (828) 274-2681 ST. MARY'S 623 E. Ocean Blvd. (772) 287-3244 www.gracechurchinnewark.org www .allsoulscathedral.org Website: www.stmarys-stuart.org The Rev. J. CalT Holland Ill, r Sun H Eu 8, 9, 11 :15. Wed noon , 5:45; Tues EP 5:30 The Rev. Thomas T. Pittenger, r; the Rev. David Fran­ Sun Masses 8 & 10 (Sung); Mon-Fri 12:10 coeur, assoc r; the Rev. Jonathan Coffey, the Rev. Canon Richard Hardman, the Rev. Peggy Sheldon, PASSAIC, NJ SELINSGROVE, PA assisting; Dr. Allen Rosenberg, organi st & choir dir ALL SAINTS 129 N. Market (570) 374-8289 Sun Eu 7:30, 9, 9 (contemporary), 11, 5. Tues H Eu 12:10; ST. JOHN 'S Lafayette and Passaic Avenues Websije: www .stjohnschurchpassaicnj.org (973) 779-0966 Sun Mass 1O (Rije Q.Weekdays as announced (Rije II) Thurs H Eu 10, Sat 5 Sacrament of Penance by appt. The Rev. William C. Thiele , p-i-c [email protected] Sun Low Mass 8, Sung Mass 10:30, HD anno. HONOLULU, HI WELLSBORO, PA THE PARISH OF ST. CLEMENT (808) 955-7745 ROSWELL, NM ST. PAUL'S (570) 724-4771 www.stclem.org stclem001 Ohawaii.lT.com Website: www.stpaulswellsboro .org ST. ANDREW'S 505 N. Pennsylvania (505) 622-1353 The Rev. Liz Zivanov, r The Rev. Gregory P. Hinton, r E-mail: standrewschurch@cableone .net Sun H Eu 7:30 & 10:15 Sat Eu 7, Sun Eu 8, 10; Wed H Eu 12 The Rev. Bob Tally. r ST. MARK'S (808) 732-2333 Sun H Eu 8 & 10:30; Wed. Healing Service 7, Sat. Contemp. 539 Kapahulu Ave. (#13 Bus end of line from Waikiki) Service 6 Sun Masses 7, 9 (Sung); MWF 8 (5th Sun 8 only) CHARLESTON, SC CHURCH OF THE HOLY COMMUNION SANTA FE, NM 218 Ashley Ave. (843) 722-2024 HOLY FAITH 311 E. Palace (505) 982-444 7 Website: www.holycom.org CHICAGO, IL Website : www.holy1aithchurchsf.org The Rev. Dow Sanderson, r, the Rev. Dan Clarke, c; the Rev. ASCENSION N. LaSalle Blvd at Elm The Rev. John Onstott, c: the Rev. Duncan Lanum, asst.; Patrick Allen, assoc. ascensionchicago.org (312) 664-1271 the Rev. Joan Garcia , d; Mr. Jerome Nelson, music direc­ Sun Mass 8 (Low) 10:30 (Solemn High) Sisters of St. Anne (312) 642-3638 tor; Mr. Mark Childers, organist The Rev. Gary P. Fertig, r; the Rev. Richard Higginbotham Sun H Eu 8:30 (Sung), 11 (ChoraQ,Christian Ed 10. SAN ANTONIO, TX Sun Masses 8 (Low), 9 (Sung) 11 (Sol & Ser), MP 7:30, Sol ST. PAUL'S CHURCH AND SCHOOL (210) 226-0345 E&B 4 (1S) Daily: MP 6:40 (ex Sun) Masses 7, 6:20 (Wed), 1O NEW YORK, NY Inclusive and Affirming Anglican Catholicism since 1883 (Sat); EP M-S 6, Sun 4; C Sat 5:30-6 , Sun 10:30-10:50 ST. BARTHOLOMEW'S Park Ave. and 51st St. 1018 E Grayson St., Government Hill Rosary 9:30 Sat www .stbarts.org (212) 378-0222 Website : www.stpauls-satx.org Sun Eu 8, 9, Cho Eu 11. Mon-Fri MP 8, Eu 12.-0S, EP 5:30; The Rev. Doug Ear1e, r; Dr. Thomas Lee, organisVchoir­ Thurs Eu 6; Sat MP & Eu 10. Church open 365 days 8-6 master; Kay Karcher Mijangos . school headmistress RIVERSIDE, IL (CHICAGO WEST SuBURBAN) Sun Mass 8 (Low) & 10:30 (Sung). Ev. & B as anno, ST. PAUL'S PARISH 60 Akenside Rd. ST. THOMAS 5th Ave & 53rd St. Wed Eu & HU 10:30; C by Appl. , HD as anno www.stpaulsparish.org (708) 447-1604 www .saintthomaschurch.org (212) 757-7013 The Rev. Thomas A. Fraser, r; the Rev. Richard R. Daly, SSC, The Rev. Andrew C. Mead , r; John Scott, organist and dir. parochial vicar of music; the Rev. Charles F. Wallace , headmaster ; the MILWAUKEE, WI Sun Eu 9 & 10:30. Wkdy Eu Tues 7, Wed 7, Fri 10:30. Sacra­ Rev. Robert H. Stafford, the Rev. Victor Lee Austin, the ALL SAINTS' CATHEDRAL (414) 271-7719 ment of Reconciliation 1st Sat 4-4:30 & by appt , NC Rev. Jonathan M. Erdman, the Rev. John Andrew, asst. 818 E. Juneau www .ascalhedral .org Sun H Eu 8 (Said), 9 (Sung), 11 (Choral), Ev 4 (Choral); M-F MP Sun Masses 8, 10 (Sung). Daily Mass, MP & EP as posted & H Eu 8 & 12:10, EP & Eu 5:30(Tues, Wed & Thur Choral Even­ NEW ORLEANS, LA song); Sat H Eu 12:10 CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL (504) 895-6602 LUTHERAN 2919 St. Charles Ave. PARISH OF TRINITY CHURCH On the street car line at the corner of 6th St. The Rev. Canon James H. Cooper, D. Min. , r Website: www.cccnola .org The Rev. Canon Anne Mallonee, v MOJAVE, CA The Very Rev. David duPlantier, dean (212) 602-0800 HOPE CHURCH K and Inyo Streets (909) 989-3317 Sun Mass 7:30 (1928), 10 (Choral H Eu), 6 (R~e II). Daily Mass: Watch & hear our services and concerts on the Web The Rev. WIiiiam R. Hampton, STS M-F 12:15, Sat 9:30 www .trini tywallstreet .org Sun Eu 10:30

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