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Features 16 The Rector 's Tasks BYJOHN MARTINER

18 Building Dynami c Youth Ministries BY BENJER McVEIGH

23 In Praise of Parish Secretaries BY NANCY G. WESTERFIELD

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Opinion 26 From the Editor Gravely Misunderstood

27 Editorials Peace ful Agreement in Olympia

28 Viewpoint Not Familiar to Everyo ne 24 BY ROBERTM. ROSS 30 Letters A Vision of Ecumenism

News 20 Eight Virginia Parish es Vote to Leave Diocese

21 Temporary Agreement Reached in Olympia

Other Departments 4 Sunday's Readings 5 Books 14 Short & Sharp 42 People & Places 45 Best of the Web 28

JANUARY 7. 2007 · T H E LIV ING C H URC H 3 80-tid O~l SUNDAY'SREADINGS CHOIR CHAIR . A Callto Identityand Purpose 'You are my Son ... with you I am well pleased' (Luke 3:22) FirstSunday After Epiphany: The Baptismof OurLord, (Year C) Jan.7, 2007 BCP: Isaiah42: 1-9; Psalm89: 1-29 or 89:20-29; Acts 10:34-38; Luke 3:15-16, 21-22 11,._ RCL:Isa iah 43:1-7; Psalm 29; Acts 8:14-17; Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 If the congregation has not had a God-given mission, and thus it brings service for Epiphany Day, people may God's words of approval. God was not need to be reminded of the theological just trying to boost his self-esteem, but significance of the Epiphany. They also to empower him for the ministry that he might need to familiarize themselves was about to begin, and, at the same with the main theological themes of the time, reveal his love for sinners in the Sundays after the Epiphany , e.g., work of salvation which Jesus begins at reflection on the manifestation of the moment of his baptism. In the same Jesus, the gospe l embra cing the way, God's grace and forgiveness, the gentiles. The place to begin this theme, divine love and acceptance in each of with FIBRE RUSH SEAT as well as the new year, is with the our lives, is not ultimately about our Since 1877 baptism of Jesus. Preachers can help individual psychological well-being. By the congregation consider how their our baptism with water and in the Spirit, R.GeissLeu Inc. baptisms bestow identity and purpose we too are empowered for ministry. 2641 E. Greystone Ct. for the coming months and, in the The other readings for this Sunday Eagle, ID 83616 larger picture, explore the mission of hint at the universal scope of this Phone: (208) 938-2585 Jesus and the church. mission of salvation. It is revealed to be The epiphany we focus on today for all peoples, beginning with Peter's comes in the baptism of Jesus at the words in Acts 10. Elsewhere, in words hands of John the Baptist. According to echoed in Luke 3:22, God says in Isaiah DEDICATEDTOSTAINED Luk e and the other synoptic gospels, 42:1, "You are my Son, the Beloved; GLASSEXCELLENCE Jesus' baptism is an occasion on which with you I am well pleased." In Isaiah God testifies to Jesus and expresses 43:5-6 we read, "Do not be afraid, for I FORMORE TilAN A approval of him. Leaving aside the am with you; I will bring your children historical question of why Jesus was from the east and gather you from the CENTIJRYROHLFS ,.,,.,..-,,.,, baptized, the profound theo logical west. I will say to the north, 'Give them & THEPAYNE answer has been that his baptism is the up!' and to the south, 'Do not hold them STUDIOHAVE beginning of Jesus' identification with back.' Bring my sons from afar and my sinners for their salvation. To ask why daughters from the ends of the earth." BEENCREATING Jesus submitted to baptism, a ritual This revelation of the worldwide reach & CONSERVING intended for sinners, is the same as of God's love and salvation continues a asking why he submitted to the cross, a theme seen on Epiphany itself, when STAINEDGLAS S death marked for sinners. Jesus' the Gentile Magi, visitors from afar, are WINDOWS acceptance of baptism may be privileged to be invited to see the understood as his acceptance of his newborn King of the Jews. WORLDWIDE.

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0) C ReachingUp to God .r:: (/) TheStory of St Martin'sEpiscopal Church By Lee Adcock Hunnell. St. Martin's Episcopal .0 ::J onlin Church. Pp. 255. $59.95. ISBN 0-9785986. Cl. Preparing For Sunday .r:: Now, put the weekly lectionary readings In 1959, St. Martin's Church, Hous­ right on your own church website . A one­ ton , Texas, opened its new edifice, 2 ::J time setup will update your church 's ..._.. which was large enough for the needs .r:: website every week. Includes last, this , and --­.._..,....,.,_-..,-i.... ,-._ ,...... ,...._u, -U...,.i,tv'-t.-,,~•~ ... -- -=- -~--u.s--....., ~"""-""-,Cl.,-Gr,.,,.,. -- of a 2,000-member church. Forty years 0 next week's readings, overviews , scripture -==- __ u,.....,___ ,to_ ~... _,,..,. later, leaders of St. Mar­ + backgrounds , reflections . To order, go to -==- - ...... ~ ~tcriot.ntettD-itM..- (/) www.preparingforsunday .com -·. E-.---.- -- ·--· tin's determined that a • \al _. .. _,...., __ ...., ,_,,.. 5 $15.00 per month online subscription e --~ ..._ new church was neces­ Q) sary, for the congregation z eCP : electronic Common Prayer had grown to more than '"O Introducing this downloadable applica ­ 7,000 members. In 2004, 0 0 tion for PalmOS handheld devices that St. Martin's open ed its CJ puts services from the Book of Common stunning new building , Q) Prayer and Daily Office readings right at eCP: electronic Common Pr ayer an impressive Gothic­ .r:: your fingertips , providing flexibility for style structure on the west side of the -+-' hospital calls , personal devotions . To city. Reachin g Up to God is the story of order , go to www.churchpublishing .com that endeavor. $29.95 download 978-0-89869-461 -2 This coffee-table-sized book con­ tains breathtakingly beautiful photo­ graphs, particularly the details of the 36 Church Publishing Inc. stained glass windows . There are MorehouseP ublishing + Church Publishing+ Seabury Books + Living the Good News descriptions for each window and bib­ 445 Fifth Avenue , New York, NY 10016 (800) 242-1918 www.churchpublishing.org lical citations for what is pictured. As the rector, the Rev. Laurence A. Gip­ son, points out in the Foreward , you can see details in the photographs that you could never see in an in-person tour of the building, simply because of its immense size. The exterior of the "new" St. Martin's is an interpretation of St. Elisabeth's Church, Marburg, Gennany, completed in 1283. The interior is patterned after the well-known Cathedra l of Notre Dame in Chartres , France. The win­ dows include Christian symbols, major events in the life of Christ, familiar fig­ ures of the Old and New Testaments, and others , including, of course, Mar­ tin, Julian of Norwich, Samuel Seabury, and Bishop Alexander Gregg, first Bishop of Texas. The photos include the designs on the needlepoint cush­ ions along with a description , and very detailed shots of the massive organ. There is also a brief history of the Anglican Communion (but not The Episcopal Church). The first section of this book is a his­ tory of St. Martin's. Even though the parish is a relatively new one, having been founded in 1952, its history, espe­ cially for a congregation which has pro- (Continued on next page)

IANUARY 7. 2007 · T l IE LIVING CH URCH 5 New Resources BOOKS for Parish Leadership (Continued from previous page) duced a president of this country and a secretary of state , seems brief. Some from The Pilgrim Press anecdotes about its rapid growth would have been welcome. But the From the author of How to GetAlong with YourChurch book is intended to be about the build­ ing of St. Martin's new church, and this stunning volume does it well. It is avail­ able from the St. Martin's Bookstore How to Get Along and Gift Shoppe, 713-985-3840, or [email protected]. With Your Pastor David Kalvelage Creating Partn ership for Doing Mini stry Geor ge B. Thompson , Jr. ISBN 978 -0- 8298 -1713-3 • $17 •p aper • 144 pp Rememberthe Future By Jerry Keucher . Church Publishing. Pp. 175. $15. ISBN 089869518X .

Jerry Keucher's new HE~IDIBERTH E book , Rem ember the New series: Congregational Vitalityy Futur e, is about manag­ FUTURE fw.u,,i~I I• uk e,l"l'•""I \,, ...i ing church assets for \I,,., i,;,·'1H"III lo,t I 1111,;w,:,11,.,,,~ future generations. He writes with wisdom , humor and hope. The Leadership for book is concise and well Vital Congregations organized . The author , who is controller for the Anth ony B. Robin son Diocese of New York, reminds us that ISBN 978 -0-8298- 1712-6 • $12 • paper • 128 pp as hopeful people we have a duty to prepare for the future, especially in the way we use our assets. We and our problems are not the end of the Chris­ tian story. Wisdom, Work , Worship, and Witness ... We should prepare for those who will follow us in the church. A few cautions: 1. Chapter 3 on investments is long. Those whose churches have wisely delegated the Solomon's Success management of assets to objective professionals can skim this chapter Four Essential Keys to Lead ership for principles to use in evaluating their Kenn eth L. Samu el managers . 2. The section of Chapter 4 ISBN 978- 0 -8298 -1572-6 • $15 • paper • 112 pp titled "Replacement Insurance Cost" could lead to confusion between "replacement" cost and "reproduc­ tion " cost . Historic buildings might require "reproduction" insurance. 3. O rder fro m your Episcopal boo kseller or dir ectly from Policies should include provisions for rebuilding to modern building codes. This is an important book. Clergy THE PILGRIM PRE SS would do well to consider it for an Toll-free: (8 00) 537-3394 (M- F, 8:30 am - 4 :30 pm , ET) adult education course. It should be www.thepil grimpre ss.co m must reading for clergy and lay lead­ Please mention TLC07 w hen ordering. ers. (The Rev. Canon) William F Geisler San Anselmo, Calif

6 T H E LIVIN G C H URC H · JANUARY 7. 2007 SevenThings They Don't appearan ces are more important than trying to do a job that was driving him reality," and "There is a meanness in crazy. TeachYou in Seminary some church members that is simply Killinger says he's in the midst of a By John Killinger. Crossroad. Pp. 192. $16 .95. incredible. " Killinger has led a long "lovers quarrel" with the church. I ISBN 0-8245-2392-X . and distinguished career as pastor, believe it. Like any spouse who 's been John Killinger believes the church's professor and author across several burned , he is passionate, angry, a little theological seminaries have let down denominations , and has collected bit hopeful ... and able to see only his nascent pastors by failing to innumerable , colorful ane c­ own side of the story. teach some deep truths about dotes to make his case . (The Rev.) J. Scott Barker the work of parish ministry. No doubt the issues Warwick, N. Y Seven Things is offered to Killinger raises are real and comp lete that education, meaningful impairments to though Killinger warns at the the healthy practice of min­ Handsand Hearts outset of the book that he can­ istry in the church . It may be IntergenerationalActivities Throughout not fix the problems he identi­ that for some readers his sto­ the ChurchYear fies, and will rather offer his ries of corrupt vestrymen, By Lois Johansson . Morehouse . Pp . 116 . readers the comfort of know­ befuddled clergy, and a hide­ $9 .95. ISBN 0-8192-2208 -9. ing that "somebody else has been mis­ bound institutional church will be real In her introdu ct ion, author Lois erable before ." eye-openers: a pulling back of the cur­ Johansson points out that sports fans The truths enumerated in Seven tain that is long overdu e. But to most are always eage r to pass along their Thin gs are all negative assertions read ers, Killinger will sound like a per­ enthusiasm and knowl edge to the about the institutional church and the son who took a long time to discover next generation . Why should it be people who work and worship in his true calling professor / any different when it comes to Chris- church communities. They includ e author/speaker - and who 's never such verities as "To most church es, quite gotten over the time he wasted (Continued on next page)

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(Continued from previous page} tions for activit ies and events that steps of the project. allow childr en and ad ults to join Ms. Joh ansson is a tians sharin g the gift of faith with toget her and share their faith in Christian educat ion cur­ those we love? enjoyab le ways . Tied to the chur ch's ricula dev eloper who To help faith communiti es accom­ litur gical year , all the activities are has facilitated intergen­ plish this sharing , Ms. Johansson has Bible bas ed-a crucia l foundation, erat ional events as well assemb led Hands and Hearts . This Ms. Johannson notes , because it lays as workshops on the step-by -st ep book includ es instru c- the gro und work for all the ot her top ic. As a resu lt, the templates , mater ials, lists , and instru ctions she has provided for eac h activity are met iculous and logi ca l. A lea der's guide also is includ ed for eac h sec­ tion. The activities themse lves are var­ ied and should appeal to many peo­ ple . Parishion ers are invited to create orna ments for an Advent "waiting tree ," to caro l together (indoors ) and perfom1 skits during Christmastid e, and re-enact the magi's journey for Epiphany. There are cross word puz­ zles for Lent , a surprise party for Easter, a birthday ce lebrat ion for Pentecost , and, for ordinary time, banners that ce lebrat e the great cloud of witnesses that can inspir e our own faith. At first, I was disappoint ed to read that the act ivities are designed to invol ve childr en on ly when th ey reac h schoo l age, thus leaving out preschoo lers who have a natural zeal for spiritual express ion . But on clos er exa mination , I believe that 0 property taxes* with some creativity and extra cau­ 0 horn~ owners ins tion, parents , grandparents, and Chris tian educato rs could adapt 0 exterior maintaina many of these activities to includ e 0 steps _(groundfloo r)* younger childr en in an age-appropri­ ate way. 0 yardwork* Hands and Hearts is a pra ctical way for congr egat ions , as well as NO buyers closing COS' S, families , to inject fun and fellowship ✓NO entrance fees* into their faith lives . VNO additional person tha Micha el O'Loughlin . ' minimizesmonthly expens GrowingLeaders CultivatingDiscipleship for Yourself and Others By James Lawrence. Hendrickson . Pp. 274. $16.95. ISBN 1-56563-997-9. James Lawrence, an Anglican priest, and others believe contempo­ www.goodsamkiss.com rary churches are plagued by a dwin­ The Good SamarilanYdlageat K;,,;mmee p,o,;des service, ID qualffiedndMduaJs wnhout cega.-da, race.color. dling bas e of qualified leaders. His religion.sex.disability , familialstaws.national origin or other protectedstatuses accordingto Feder.ator State law. work with the worldwide Arrow Lead-

8 TH E LIV ING C H URC H · JANUARY 7. 2007 ST.PAUL'S CHAPEL ership Program makes him well quali­ fied to tackle a subject like this . He also has experience with Springboard, the archbishops of Canterbury and York's evangelism initiative. Lawrence wants read­ ers to look beyond their 8<: experiences with Christ­ SELECTEDSHORTER ian leadership and to con­ sider that leaders might be POEMS found in some out-of-the­ norm places . He approaches his tasks theo­ logically, shown vividly in his section on God's call. While this book is not directed toward Episcopalians and Anglicans, Mr. Lawren ce's clear presentation should be helpful in any setting . David Kalv elage

EducatingClergy TeachilgPractices and Pasloral Imagination By Charles R. Foster, Lisa E. Dahill, Lawrence A. Golemon and Barbara Wang Tolentino. Jossey-Bass. $40. ISBN 0-7879- 7744-6. The Carnegie Foundation has stud­ ied professional schools for a century now, but never before has it included seminaries among those analyzed. The Experience the Holy Land reasons are obvious enough . That was partly because professionals were defined as those who rendered serv­ ices for a fee and even more because . ::,~,/'"f ;')~,. professional knowledge was under­ Prices :tro,t11x,., stood so exclusi vely on a scientific 5 1 model. s16 ,99 ': ' It is now recognized, however, that the training of professionals must be not only cognitive and practical, but normative as well. Sad experience has Inclusions: taught the world that professions need > Round trip air from NYC, to be practiced ethically , and the > Firstclass hotels, Breakfast and dinner daily, > Biblical lectures schools of the other professions have > Sightseeing with expert guide not focused as much attention on this > Visit Anglicans living in the Holy Land issue of formation as seminaries have. > Visit St. George Cathedral and College Because of the experience of seminar­ ... and more ... ies in the normative formation of their graduates, the Carnegie Foundation has not only included seminaries in this series on the Advancement of Teaching's Preparation for the Profes­ sions for the first time but has pub­ lished this study first. The focus of the Carnegie series is (Continued on next page)

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(Continued from previous page) on how professional schools prepare their graduates for the practice of their professions. Thus the overarch­ ing question answered by this book is: "What class­ room and communal ped­ agogies do seminary educators employ as they seek to foster in their stu­ dents a pastoral, priestly, or rabbinic imagination?" As this question indi­ cates, the seminaries studied include a wide range of traditions, including Roman Catholic, Orthodox, Anglican, "mainline" protestant, and evangelical Christian; Conservative and Reformed Jewish, and university-based seminar­ ies and divinity schools. The goal of seminary education stated in the ques­ tion is the development of a pastoral imagination, a term borrowed from Craig Dykstra of the Lilly Foundation that co-sponsored this study. By that he means "a way of seeing into and interpreting the world that, in tum, 'shapes everything a pastor thinks and does."' The study recognizes four ways in which seminarians are prepared for their future ministries, identified as pedagogies of interpretation, forma­ tion, contextualization, and perform­ ance. Interpretation is concerned with the faith traditions of the religious communities, especially their sacred writings. There is not space to list all the aspects of this excellent study. It res­ onated with much of my experience in seminary teaching and administration, and also introduced me to ways of teaching I have never observed that would be challenging to try. Everyone connected with the training of future clergy would profit from reading this marvelous study. Finally, let me point with pride to one of our own. The Church Divinity School of the Pacific was one of eight seminaries chosen for a site visit. Rebecca Lyman's introductory course in church history and Donn Morgan's for the Old Testament are observed, analyzed, and highly praised. And CDSP's chapel is seen as not only the

10 THE LIVING CHURCH · JANUARY 7, 2007 liturgical but also the pedagogical cen­ ter for the campus. (The Rev.) 0. C. Edwards, Jr. Weaverville, N. C.

Is ThereA GodIn Healthcare? By William Haynes, Jr. and Geffrey Kelly. Haworth Pastoral Press. Pp. 222. $24.95 Beyond Crisis: paper; $39.95 hardcover. ISBN 0-7890-2867-0. God's Promisesfor the Church A retired internist and the chairper­ son of the Department of Religion at KANUGA CONFERENCES• HENDERSONVILLE, NC La Salle University have co-authored this study about the interface between religion and health care. Haynes, a After 22 years in parish ministry, Mrs. cardiologist known for Rutledge now has an international preaching praying with his patients, and teaching vocation. Looking forward gives evidence from his to this annual endowed conference on clinical practice how The Rev.Fleming Rutledge prayer and faith make a Christian commitment, she said difference in people's lives when they are ill. One of the first women • "My Bowen Conference addresses will Kelly, the theologian, also gives his perspective and ordained to the priesthood, be grounded in the biblical faith and interpretation of each case. The book Fleming Rutledge served for generous orthodoxy which challenge shares the belief that prayer can be a 14 years at Grace Church, and transcend political controversies in powerful resource in dealing with ill­ the church." ness. The authors examine how per­ New York City. A native sonal faith can enhance the immune of Virginia, she lives in system, how a spiritual outlook can • ''A biblical, apostolic focus offers us a Rye Brook, N.Y., and is help those who bear suffering and fresh way of seeing how the great story writing her sixth book, grief, and how forbearance and for­ of our redemption leads us beyond our giveness are crucial in maintaining a about the meaning of the healthy life. current polarized thinking." Crucifixion . Her web site is (The Rev. Dr.) Joanna Seibert Little Rock, Ark. www.generousorthodoxy.org.

Choosinga Bible ForWorship, Teaching, Study, Preaching andPrayer Fordetails & registration: By Donald Kraus. Seabury. Pp. xiii+96. $12. www.kanuga.org ISBN 1-59627-043-8. Throughout her distinguished or career as an editor and director of Tel: 828-692-9136 publishing, Cynthia Shattuck has acquired a well-deserved reputation Fax: 828-696-3589 for giving to the church books that are Email: [email protected] both timely and useful for clergy and laity alike. Here is an excellent exam­ ple. From his vantage point as editor for Bibles at the Oxford University Press, Donald Kraus is in a fine position to write this guide to the many different translations of the Bible that are avail­ able to us. Choosing a Bible is harder (Continued on next page)

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(Continued from previous page) should be in the library of every cler­ apart from their faith communities is gyperson and every parish library. examined, particularly the benefits of than one might think - especially (The Very Rev.) Peter Eaton solitude . "Wise pastoral leaders under­ those of us who made a stand that solitude is an antidote for, prejudiced choice years Denver, Colo. and not a cause for, loneliness," the ago, and have stuck with the authors point out, and they illustrate same translation through ResurrectingExcellence the importance of silence thick and thin. No single ShapingFaithful Christian Ministry and solitude in order to translation , he reminds us, By L. Gregory Jones and Kevin R. Armstrong. Eerdmans. Pp. 196. $15. ISBN 0-08028-3234-2 . is a tabernacle for everlast­ care about the community ing. The word "excellence" doesn 't seem and "the particularity of its No fewer than 24 transla­ to fit well in describing Christian min­ members ." tions and their revisions are noted istry, but in their Introduction, the This is a book that could here, from the King James Version to authors explain that it's "an important be enjoyed by anyone involved in ministry, The Message, and Kraus is meticulous and life-giving notion, so long as the l .. emai~.,.;..-~!( -~,n. and even-handed. By its very nature, primary reason for excellence is God." whether a newly confirmed all translations of the Bible are going With that in mind, Jones and Arm­ lay person or a veteran member of the to have both strengths and weak­ strong offer portraits of clergy and lay clergy. nesses, and Kraus helps us to weigh leaders as well as congregations that David Kalv elage their merits. exemplify "a more excellent way." People often ask the clergy, "What The vignettes are grounded in theol­ Bible should I buy?", and this book ogy with such giants as St. Jerome, TO OUR READERS:Books reviewed will help everyone make an appropri­ Desmond Tutu, Pope John Paul II, in this magazine are not available for ate decision. But professionals need Henri Nouwen and St. Teresa of Avila purchase through THELIVING CHURCH. to be reminded of all the important cited. Please check with your local church issues that Kraus raises. This book The value of leaders spending time bookstore or other booksellers.

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16 THE LIVING CHU RCH · JANUARY 7. 2007 socially, politically, or economically. The second task is to maintain the to be faithful, must express. Thus, at a Sometimes this has racial overtones. center. The very center of an Episco­ funeral , the central message is the res­ Let's face it - we are the most com­ pal church is our relationship to Jesus urrection; at a wedding, it is agape fortable with people like us. Trouble is, as expressed in the liturgy - the way love expressed in Jesus Christ; at a this is not the church of Jesus Christ. we worship. Of course, there can be baptism, the central message is the The church must be an open door, many styles and varieties of ritual, but free gift of new life. To focus on any­ and the rector's job is to insist on that understanding the importance of the thing else, for whatever reason, is to and enable the congregation to act on center is the task of a rector. If The violate the center of who we are. The it. In our years together, we made spe­ Episcopal Church has had and contin­ job of a rector, as unpopular as it may cial efforts to welcome the less ambu­ ues to have something special, it is be at times, is to maintain the center. latory and the elderly; we broadened the form and dignity of its worship . No one else can do that, and without the congregation geographically, eth­ Everything we do emanates from that the center, nothing holds. nically, racially, in terms of sexual ori­ center. Everything has cohesion only Finally, a rector must challenge the entation and religion. On behalf of the as it connects with the breaking of the culture. OK, this is a hard one to congregation, I tried to call on all new­ bread and with the prayers . This cen­ understand. Everyone wants a rector comers because I wanted them to ter involves far more than preaching. who uunderstands us." On the other know that the door of Christ Church It is the way lectors proclaim the hand, a rector who just fits in and was truly open, and we wanted them word of God, the way acolytes assist blesses the status quo, in my opinion, to pass through it and become full par­ at the altar; it is the way we sing, the is not doing the job . The values of the ticipants in its ministry. Deep beneath way we weep and rejoice with each kingdom of God constantly challenge everything a rector says and does, other, the way we receive the bread of us to change, to be more open, more there must be a vision of the out­ life and the cup of salvation. loving, more fearless . I am thankful stretched arms of Jesus, including all Oftentimes , maintaining the center for a number of events over the past within the reach of his saving creates conflict between what people 10 years which challenged the culture embrace. think they want and what the church, at Christ Church. 0

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18 TH E LIVIN G CHURCH · IANUARY 7. 2007 Preaching! Conference fit in with the culture, but must be listed above do so in the face of obsta­ MAY 21•25, 2007 willing to adapt. Preaching the gospel cles. First, job opportunities in Epis­ is always done in a particular context. copal churches are often fewer when Early registration by January 31 It's the job of the youth minister to compared to some protestant team with the leadership of the youth churches. Lay Episcopalians who feel Barbara Brown Taylor ministry and of the church to discern called to youth ministry do not always Thomas Long God's vision for that youth ministry. A find positions in The Episcopal background in biblical studies, theol­ Church and sometimes go elsewhere Anna Carter Florence ogy, and youth development and cul­ to find work. Of course, smaller ture is very helpful. Furthermore , churches and missions may not be Fred Craddock someone with vision can get a church able to afford to pay a full-time youth excited about youth ministry and rally minister. In this case, creating a part­ Cynthia Rigby people to support that vision. time position or teaming with other Walter Brueggemann churches in the area to fund a com­ A Leader Among Leaders munity youth ministry is a wise invest­ Yvette Flunder It is time to dispel the myth that it is ment for a parish. Brian McLaren the youth minister's job alone to min­ Second, youth ministers often have ister to the youth of the church. limited access to training and educa­ William Willimon Recruiting, training, and leading a tion . Most Episcopal seminaries do team of volunteers are important parts not provide the opportunity for a can- Gordon Lathrop didate for ministry to earn a degree with an emphasis in youth Joseph Lowery ministry. Few dioceses offer We expect our priests youth ministry training opportu­ nities, and many churches that do to have a certain have youth ministers do not pro­ level of education vide a budget for continuing edu­ cation. Taking a course at a and to exhibit a certain Christian college or seminary or attending a youth ministry confer­ level of spiritual maturity. ence such as the Youth Special­ ties National Youth Workers Jim Wallis Convention is important to keep a James Forbes We should also have youth minister learning and excited about ministry. Calvin Miller expectations for those In The Episcopal Church, we Will Campbell who are charged expect our priests to have a cer­ tain level of education and to Frank Thomas with leading a ministry exhibit a certain level of spiritual maturity . We should also have Sweet Honey in the Rock ® to the youth. expectations for those who are charged with leading a ministry to Safiyah Fosua the youth. By working to raise up of parish youth ministry. A talented and encourage youth ministers - Grace lmathiu youth minister might be able to keep a ordained or lay - who have a heart Bishop Vashti McKenzie number of kids entertained and for God and for teenagers and who engaged, perhaps even enough to can inspire and empower others in www.GoodPreacher.com keep the rector and vestry happy. But ministry to youth, we will help our a thriving ministry that not only enter­ youth to have a dynamic faith in Jesus www.festivalofhomiletics.com tains youth but also makes an impact during their teenage years and in their lives for the sake of Jesus beyond. 0 Register: Festival of Homiletics Christ needs a team of adults who are P.O. Box 1866 mature in their faith and in their love Benjer McVeigh is the youth director Midlothian, VA 23113 of teenagers. at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 1-800-866-8631; 1-804-7 44-8631 Highlands Ranch, Colo., and a stu­ Fax: 1-804-7 44-0253 piscopal youth ministers who dent at Denver Seminary in Little­ [email protected] E strive to embody the qualities ton, Colo.

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EightVirginia Parishes Voteto LeaveDiocese Seven parishes, comprising 10 percent of the active com­ municants of the Diocese of Virginia, announced Dec. 17 they were leaving the diocese and placing themselves under the oversight of the Church of Nigeria's Convocation of Anglicans in North America (CANA). The announcements came after congregational votes. The Church of the Apostles, Fairfax; Church of the Word, Gainesville; Potomac Falls Episcopal Church, Sterling; St. Margaret's, Woodbridge; St. Stephen's, Heathsville; The Falls Church, Falls Church; and Truro Church, Fairfax, announced their withdrawal at a news conference at Truro following Sunday services. An eighth church, St. Paul's, Haymarket, announced its majority decision to leave Dec. 18. Communicants at the eight parishes were asked to vote on two resolutions. In the first, voters were asked whether the congregation "shall sever its denominational ties with The Episcopal Church and the Diocese of Virginia and affil­ iate with the Anglican District of Virginia, an association of churches under the ecclesiastical jurisdiction of the Convo­ cation of Anglicans in North America, a branch of the Angli­ can Communion." If the parish endorsed the first resolution and if it held title to its property, a second resolution asked whether the "real and personal property of [the parish] should be retained by the majority of the congregation."

Heavy Majorities Members of the congregation gather outside Truro Church Dec. 17 following In each case the vote was overwhelmingly in favor of the announcement on votes to leave the Diocese of Virginia. I secession and for keeping the property, the Rt. Rev. Martyn Minns, rector of Truro and Bishop of CANA,reported. The from the diocese, voted Sunday to join CANA ! lowest margin in favor of withdrawal came at St. Stephen's 1\vo other congregations have announced plans to hold with 75 percent favoring withdrawal. At Truro the vote in parish votes on withdrawing from the diocese: Epiphany, favor of secession was 1,010 in favor, 85 opposed, while at Herndon, and Our Saviour, Oatlands. The Falls Church the result was 1,228in favor, 127 opposed. Bishop Minns told the Truro press conference that it was Jim Oakes, senior warden at Truro, believed the results CANA'sdesire to "stay close and work it out" with Bishop signified a desire by the congregations to move forward, "to Peter J. Lee of Virginia, and avoid protracted litigation. He enable us to expand our ministry, mission and outreach in also differentiated CANA from the Anglican Mission in ways we have never been able to do." America (AMiA), which in 2000 received a number of con­ "This whole situation isn't about us. It's about the next gregations and clergy from The Episcopal Church under generation and the next and the next," the Rev. John Yates, the oversight of the Province of Rwanda. rector of The Falls Church, told his congregation. "For the CANAhad been "established very publicly as an action in sake of the children, we must be faithful to Christ." response" to the actions of The Episcopal Church over the The vote would "in no way exclude" diocesan loyalists past few years and had a "different kind of DNA" than the from the ministries of the parish, Fr. Yates said, as they AMiA. "Wesee ourselves as a building block," Bishop Minns remained "well-loved" members of the congregation. said, for "what the primates and the Global South have Five other Virginia congregations have previously voted identified as a new need to build a new structure in the to withdraw from the diocese. All Saints', Woodbridge; U.S." Christ Our Lord Church, Lake Ridge; Holy Spirit, Ashburn; He noted that following Sunday's vote, CANAnow com­ and South Riding Episcopal Church, Fairfax, have affiliated prised some "25 to 30 congregations and 45 to 50 clergy." with the Church of Uganda, while Christ the Redeemer While these numbers might seem small, Bishop Minns Church, Centreville, which voted in September to withdraw (Continued on next page)

20 THE LIVING CHURCH · JANUARY 7. 2007 (VIRGINIA- Continued from previous page) noted, CANA'.saverage Sunday attendance was larger than 50 U.S. Episcopal dioceses. In a statement released after the vote, Bishop Lee said the diocese had "labored for three years to seek another course that would have maintained the integrity of the church and the spirit of inclusiveness that has been a hall­ mark of the diocese." Sunday's votes "have compromised these discussions and have created Nigerian congregations occupying Episcopal churches." Bishop Lee announced a special meeting of the diocesan executive board and standing committee for Dec. 18 to "consider the full range of pastoral , canonical and legal obligations of the Church." The diocese, he added, would vigorously defend its "canonical and legal rights" over the departing parishes' properties. (The Rev.) GeorgeConger RosenthaVCTE pho to The four presidents of Churches Together in England (CTE) prepare for a Dec. 20-23 pilgrimage to the Holy Land by praying for peace at Lam­ beth Palace. They are Bishop Nathan Hovhannisian, Primate of the VirginiaWill 'Assert' Rights to Property Armenian Church of Great Britain (left); the Rev. David Coffey, Modera­ tor of the Free Churches; Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams and Following a joint meeting of the executive board and Roman Catholic Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor . The pilgrimage is standing committee Dec. 18, the Diocese of Virginia began in response to an invitation by Christian churches in the Holy Land. the process of sorting through options to recover the prop­ erty of churches where the majority voted to leave. "AB I have said previously, our polity maintains that all real and personal property is held in trust for The Episcopal TemporaryProperty Agreement Church and the Diocese," the Rt. Rev. Peter J. Lee, Bishop of Virginia, stated in a release. "AB stewards of this historic Reachedin Dioceseof Olympia trust, we fully intend to assert the Church's canonical and The bishop and standing committee in the Diocese of legal rights over these properties. The members of the Prop­ Olympia have reached an agreement which respects the erty Commission are charged with addressing those matters independence of two congregations that voted to leave in on behalf of the Diocese on a case by case basis." 2004 and allows them to remain in their buildings for the In consultation with the executive board and standing next seven years without paying rent or assessments. committee, Bishop Lee appointed seven members to a new "We have all tried to take a gospel approach," said committee charged with addressing questions concerning Canon Betsy Greenman, canon to the ordinary. "Everyone real and personal property on behalf of the diocese. Accord­ involved tried to approach this from a perspective of ing to the release, the property committee will meet with remaining in relationship . It was a faith journey for every­ departing members and will make recommendations to the one involved." standing committee, executive board and bishop for their A preamble states that the agreement has been under­ consideration. taken in a "spirit of reconciliation and to provide a time Bishop Lee, the executive board and standing committee for the worldwide Anglican Communion to address seri­ also have agreed to a "standstill agreement" with the leader­ ous issues over which its members are not in agreement. ship of the departing congregations in which neither side It is the intention of all parties to remain members of the will initiate litigation for a period of 30 days. AB part of that Anglican Communion." agreement, leaders of those churches have agreed not to Under terms of the covenant, St. Stephen's Anglican attempt to transfer property. Church in Oak Harbor, Wash., and St. Charles' Anglican, "The 'standstill' agreement is designed to lower the tem­ Poulsbo , will maintain their current worship schedules. perature," Bishop Lee told THELMNG CHURCH."It is designed St. Stephen's Episcopal Church will have use of the prop­ to help us avoid litigation and to explore other ways for­ erty occupied by St. Stephen's Anglican for Sunday wor­ ward. The possibility of it being renewed exists. ship at a mutually agreed upon time. The covenant also "We are still talking about a 10-12 percent defection. provides for a means of resolving potential disputes . The great majority of the rest of our congregations are "In the event of an allegation of material breach of this engaged in mission and don't want our differences to be a agreement , both parties will follow the process of confer­ cause of separation among us. Traditionally, respectful ring," the covenant states. "If the effort to confer is unsuc­ diversity has been one of the great strengths of Anglican­ cessful , the parties will take the matter to the Rt. Rev. ism. I wish they had stayed." (Continued on next page)

JANUARY 7. 2007 · THE LIVING CHURCH 21 ArsonDuring Sunday Service More News DamagesSan Diego Cathedral begins on page 37 Worshipers at St. Paul's Cathedral, San Diego, were forced from the build­ ing in mid-service Sunday, Dec. 17, after a fire was discovered in the undercroft. BishopLipscomb The Very Rev. Scott Richardson, dean, TakesMedical Leave noticed a peculiar odor just as 300 peo­ ple prepared to receive Holy Commu­ The Rt. Rev. John B. Lipscomb, nion at about 11:30 a.m., and an Bishop of Southwest Florida since assistant discovered the source was a 1997,has placed himself on short-term fire in the women's vesting room. medical leave effective Dec. 12. Dean Richardson informed the con­ St. Paul's Cathedral photo Bishop Lipscomb said he hoped to gregation of the need to evacuate the Vestments that were destroyed by a fire at St. return to work in 6-12 months, and he nave because of a fire. Clergy and Paul's Cathedral in San Diego Dec. 17. intends to participate in the 2008 Lam­ eucharistic ministers exited after the beth Conference of bishops in Eng­ congregation, and continued distrib­ The preliminary damage estimate is land. uting communion outdoors. $100,000, Dean Richardson said. "Since my diagnosis of Parkinson's Fire department officials are pursu­ As a result of the fire, the cathedral disease in 2002, and malaria in Africa ing an arson investigation following lost power on one of the most active in 2004, I have experienced a contin­ the discovery of a pile of burned cas­ program weekends of the year. How­ ued decline in my health with a con­ socks and surplices. ever, all the scheduled events for the current decline in my ability to fulfill Dean Richardson praised the quick day went forward . The cathedral's my responsibilities as the Bishop of response by the San Diego Fire "Mesa en Espanol" was held at 1 p.m. Southwest Florida," he said in a state­ Department. The fire was extin­ in the church, and the final perform­ ment published on the diocesan web­ guished within 10 minutes . In addition ance of "Amahl and the Night Visitors" site. "During my hospitalization in to the destruction of vestments used was offered in the Great Hall at 2:30. November , my physicians strongly to start the fire, there was also deliber­ The annual Christmas Lessons and encouraged me to take a short-term ate damage done in the women's rest Carols service was held as scheduled disability leave." room in the vesting area and in two at 4:30. Martin Green, canon for music, "We were blessed on December 9 other public rest rooms on the other made some last-minute changes to with the election of the Rev. Dr. Dab­ side of the building. sing a full a cappella version. About ney Smith as our bishop coadjutor," A member of the staff identified a 400 worshipers gathered by candle­ Bishop Lipscomb said [TLC, Dec. 31]. man thought responsible and his light for the service . Power was "I will be regularly available to him description was given to the authori­ restored the following morning. for consultation as necessary and ties, according to Dean Richardson . (Canon) Andrew Rank appropriate."

OLYMPIA Canon Greenman said negotiations Warner said in a statement. "The (Continued from previous page) between the diocese and leadership at agreement provides a number of years Edward S. Little II, Bishop of Northern the two parishes has been ongoing in which no action will be taken Indiana, or if unavailable, someone since shortly after the 74th General regarding property . The essence of the mutually agreed to by the parties ." Convention in 2003. Olympia Bishop agreement is to provide space and Bishop Little and Judge Terrence Vincent Warner consulted with the time for the worldwide Anglican Com­ Carroll, retired Washington State Presiding Bishop throughout the munion to address the issues it faces Superior Court judge and a member process and the final agreement had and for the people in our congrega­ of the Judicial Dispute Resolution been shown to Presiding Bishop tions to be at worship with their Center in Seattle, helped to draft the Katharine Jefferts Schori prior to its friends and neighbors, building and covenant during two days of media­ implementation. The diocesan stand­ rebuilding relationships. " He added tion talks last July. Publication of the ing committee has also been con­ that putting the emphasis on the val­ covenant had been delayed until now sulted and approved it. ues of relationship and ministry has in order to allow time for the relevant "The agreement provides for St. helped find a way to build an agree­ governing bodies to study the docu­ Stephen's Episcopal Church to once ment based on faith and trust rather ment and approve it. again worship in its church," Bishop than litigation and judgment.

22 THE LIVING CHURCH · IANU ARY 7. 2007 pledging records of the congregation. Susan hears "a lot of things I can't take out of here," but "things that can help him, that I can pass on." After the ini­ tial year that it takes to get to know the people and "all the little stuff," the parish office refines common clerical skills into pastoral skills. Mere screening of clergy telephone calls becomes ajudicious weighing of questions that "I can answer." Mere office chit chat with drop-ins can become opportunities to give the grace they came for, the reassurance of being part of the community of faith. Betty carries out to the troubled in those group homes where she serves her love of Bible stories and the hope in their message. "I can pray for people," Susan says. "I have learned to By Nancy G. Westerfield for her congregation, half the size of love everybody for what they are. It's St. Luke's. Her work experience grown my own faith a lot, getting "Well, it's not bankers' hours . Not includes both Campus Lutheran and attached to these people." Betty during Holy Week" Susan, arriving at big First Lutheran, a 300-bulletin shares a joint enthusiasm for the 8 a.m. from her rural commute, gets church. A young widow aiming at an youth of the church, to whom the the coffee perking, turns on the com­ M.A. in Counseling and Guidance, group home residents are still so close puter and the copier, checks for mes­ Betty was on intern duty last night at in age. Mothers themselves, they work sages , including any note from the one of three group homes for patients to incorporate them into the life of the rector: "This needs to be done, this is of Developmental Services of church family. what's happening today." Nebraska. Five nights a week from 10 In the church of the past , the office Actually, I'm with Susan on a Friday p.m. til 8 a.m., plus Sunday hours, of porter, or doorkeeper, was one of well past Holy Week, and Friday is the leave her one free night for home­ the minor orders of the clergy at the rector's day off. But Friday is Sunday work. Soft-spoken and patient under Franciscan friary in my hometown . A bulletin day - not Thursday any her pressures, she values her quiet, hushed bell brought a brown-cowled longer . "Too much comes in sunlit office and the flexible 15 hours and sandaled brother to usher me in to overnight," says Susan. At 8:15, the per week in a "controlled" setting. Like soft voices and muted conferences. first telephone call: The parish golf her popular mission-pastor, who The porter today is a lady in modem tournament insert for the bulletin. The "signs" his own Saturday evening serv­ dress, maybe Friday casual, greeting 40 bulletins for the 8 o'clock Eucharist ice for the hearing impaired, Betty you against the clatter of the computer will have two inserts. The 95 bulletins models a ministry of openness and communicating directly into the for the 10:30 Eucharist will have three compassion . copier. But the order is the same: one or four. The folding machine will trig­ But their jobs depend upon the of service and welcome at the ger out bulletins like bullets firing 70 strict observance of privacy: for him, entrance to the house of the Lord. 0 per minute. At 10 a.m., a retired city the public leader, and for all the infor­ clerk, a skilled and reliable volunteer, mation they have in their databases. Nancy G. Westerfie/,d is an occasional will come to stuff bulletins . Maybe Betty can pull up not only clip art to contributor to TLC who lives in Kear­ there will be a few others. enhance the newsletter , but also the ney, Neb. "What's the primary requisite for today's parish secretary?" I asked the rector. The unhesitating answer: "Technical expertise." Susan and Betty, her counterpart at Family of Christ (ELCA), just down the street from St. Luke's Episcopal, meet the criterion. "I need to know a fair variety of software programs ," says Betty, business manager as well as secretary

JAN UARY 7. 2007 · TH E LIV ING CHURCH 23 A zoned hot water heating system increases energy efficiency at Christ Church, Austin , Minn. CHURCHES ARE TAKING THE LEAD IN CONSERVING RESOURCE

By Michael O'Loughlin Facilities Conference and Expo held in quality and reduce heat gain. Dallas in November had the opportu­ "Putting in compact flourescent light ny vestry facing a budget crunch nity to hear Bob Adams outline steps bulbs everywhere possible in a parish is A that could mean cuts in ministry that congregations can take to upgrade the best and fastest way to save or programs might consider turning out existing facilities and improve opera­ money," agreed the Rev. Sally Bingham, the lights - or at least replacing them. tions and maintenance. Mr. Adams is a an Episcopal priest and executive direc­ According to the U.S. Department of certified church consultant with J. H. tor of the San Francisco-based Regen­ Energy, if the 300,000-plus houses of Batten, Inc., of Walkertown, N.C., and a eration Project. worship in the United States reduced member of the National Association of That was the approach taken at St. energy use by 25 percent, they would Church Design Builders. John's Church, Royal Oak, Mich. "We save nearly $500 million that could be Mr. Adams advised that congrega­ have been changing the incandescent used more productively for their mis­ tions should start by conducting peri­ bulbs in our church since 2004 and we sion priorities. odic evaluations to The time for annual parish meetings determine whether their and budget decisions is also the season building equipment and Maintenancecan reduceheating of high energy bills in many parts of the systems are being used country. Fortunately , congregations as they were designed, costs by as much as 20 percent. struggling with high facility energy and whether they con­ costs now have numerous resources tinue to meet the congregation's current are more than two-thirds done," said and models they can use as they needs. The next step, he said, should be Julie Lyons Bricker, a parishioner who develop an energy savings action plan. to install energy-efficient lighting sys­ has been active in the church's energy­ Those who attended the Worship tems and controls that improve light saving project. "The actual savings is

24 T HE LIVING CH URCH · JANUARY 7. 2007 nearly impossible to calculate for the separate thermostats for each area of church on a whole because these lights occupancy and using a timer to control are on at different times and for varied heat levels during times of non-occu­ arnounts of time, but we have made a pancy. reduction in potential wattage available Zoning was part of a phased, multi­ by about 25,000 watts. What we can year plan that Christ Church, Austin, calculate is the 2006 Minn., completed last average electricity year to help manage its usage, and we are energy usage and costs. seeing a reduction of ~-■■ f "We re-plumbed our between 8 and 9 per- .. ,· hot water heating system cent. Even though and divided the church the savings looks facility into nine separate small, the strides heating zones," explains have been great." the Rev. Scott Monson, In addition to rector of Christ Church. installing more effi- "Each zone is independ- cient lighting, Mr. ently controlled by its Adams noted that own thermostat, which is congregations can programmable by day reduce energy con- (St. Elizabeth's Church photo) and time. With this sys- sumption by pur- The rectory roof harnesses solar and tern, only the portions of chasing Energy wind power at St. Elizabeth's Roman the facility that are in use Star-labeled office Cath01ic Church, Wyand0tte, Mich. are heated. For example, equipment, installing window films, and our Sunday school classrooms can be adding insulation or reflective roof heated to 60° on weekdays and 70° on coating. Savings can also be realized by Sunday mornings. Our sexton programs upgrading a facility's heating, ventila- the thermostats by day and time each tion and air-conditioning (HVAC) sys- week to heat spaces as needed for our tern. This may include purchasing new programs." boilers, replacing chlorofluorocarbon The second phase of upgrades at chillers, and retrofitting or installing Christ Church involved replacing all the energy-efficient systems that more windows in the 1952 parish hall and appropriately meet the plant's reduced education wing. "The modem, energy­ cooling loads. efficient windows greatly reduced our St. John's made these improvements heating and cooling costs, and the vinyl a part of its plan. "We have had our old frames and sashes are maintenance boiler tuned up and have made it a little free," Fr. Monson said. "Lastly,we aug­ more efficient with some computer mented the existing insulation in our automation," said Ms. Lyons Bricker. attic and installed ceiling fans in our "We replaced an old window air condi- nave." tioner with an Energy Star-rated model, Workwith Utilities and we replaced windows in the offices, the used items store, and on the When Groth Design Group, a Cedar­ entire third floor." She said that burg, Wis.-based architectural firm spe­ although a savings calculation has not cializing in church design, begins been done for these upgrades, there has working with a congregation interested been a reduced need to run the hot in upgrading an existing facility, it starts water pumps that heat these areas. with information gathering that often Stephen Michalski, an expert in risk includes an energy audit. management with the Church Insur­ "In colder climates that means find­ ance Agency Corporation, said that this ing where the heat is escaping, possibly type of maintenance can reduce heating through the use of infrared cameras costs by as much as 20 percent. He also and other technology," said Mike Groth, recommends reducing heat when the AIA, principal with the firm. "This infor­ building is unoccupied and, if possible, mation is invaluable in creating a com­ zoning the HVAC system by utilizing prehensive plan to address the leaks." (Continued on page 47) JANUARY 7. 2007 · THE LIVING C HURCH 25 EDITOR'SCOLUMN GravelyMisunderstood The Rt. Rev. Rodney Michel, Bishop Suf­ can "plow fields and give milk to families fragan of Long Island, told a great story that don't have it." when he addressed his diocesan conven­ He told the newspaper that he wore the tion recently. Bishop Michel plans to retire costume to exemplify the benefits of the in 2007, and reminisced a bit about his Heifer Project , a non-profit organization Did You Know ... early days of ordained ministry in that raised funds to purchase and distrib­ \ Accordingto SportsIllustrated, Nebraska as reported in the diocesan pub­ ute livestock to disadvantaged families. l lication, The Dominion: Fr. Gressle described the event as "a very formerpro tennis star Andrea ". .. I was asked by a funeral director to moo-ving experience. " Jaegeris nowan Anglican conduct a graveside service for a homeless * Dominicannun. man from the area. The burial was to be at The bovine suit may have been outdone a cemetery way back in the country, and at the Donahue Family Church in Pineville, this man would be the first to be laid to rest La., where the pastor had 240,000 pounds there. I was not familiar with the outback, of snow shipped in Dec. 15-16to get people and many of you know how I am with in the mood for Christmas. directions . Well, I got lost, "We do big events like and being a typical man, I 'Real Snow' for one purpose Quote of the Week did not stop for direc­ ver - and that is to win people StephenFeldstein, senior vice tions. I finally arrived an to Jesus Christ," said the Rev. presidentof 20th CenturyFox's hour late, bedecked in full Keith Dickens to The Town sartorial splendor, and 00 Talk of Pineville. homeentertainment division, on saw the crew eating OK then, but what about the potentiallylucrative Christian lunch, but the hearse was this Donahue family? Troy film market:"God's enjoying a nowhere in sight. Donahue ? Elinor Donahue? "I apologized to the Terry Donahue? I haven't a renaissancein Holywood." workers for my tardiness, clue. and stepped to the side of * the open grave, where I One of the strangest and saw the vault lid already saddest stories in recent in place. I assured the workers I would not weeks involves the Bishop of Southwark hold them long, but this was the proper (England), the Rt. Rev. Tom Butler . It thing to do. The workers gathered around, seems the bishop does not remember what still eating their lunch. Well, I poured out happened after he attended a reception at my heart and soul and closed the lengthy the Irish Embassy in London. service with a blessing and walked to my When he showed up the following day to car. I felt I had done my priestly duty for officiate at a service of institution for new that poor soul, and that the crew would priests in his diocese , which covers the leave with a renewed sense of purpose and south bank of London, he couldn't wear his dedication, in spite of my tardiness. As I mitre, because he had a bump on his head was opening the door and taking off my and had "apparently been mugged," cappa negra and biretta, I overheard one of according to The Independent of London. the workers saying to another, "I have Following the reception, the bishop never seen anything like this before ... and reportedly climbed into the back seat of a I've been putting in septic tanks for 20 stranger's parked Mercedes and started years." throwing children's toys out of the vehicle. * When confronted by the owner, he was The Journal News, a New York newspa- reported to have said, 'Tm the Bishop of per, presented an article about an unusual Southwark. It's what I do." He refused sermon at Grace Church, Nyack, N.Y. medical treatment and walked away, but Grace's rector, the Rev. Richard Gressle, the following day Bishop Butler had a donned a "full-body" cow costume, com­ black eye and a bump on his head and said plete with udders and flanked by two live he had no recollection of what happened pygmy goats, and was introduced to the the previous evening. congregation as "Ms. Moo," a heifer who David Kalvelage, executive editor

26 TH E LIVING CHU RCH · IANUARY7. 2007 EDITORIALS

Peaceful Agreement in Olympia An agreement in the Diocese of Olympia announced recently could provide hope to other churches that find themselves in theological quarrels with their bishops . The Olympia agreement involves two congregations that severed their relationships with The Episcopal Church in 2004 and aligned with the Diocese of Recife (Brazil). St. Charles' Anglican Church, Poulsbo, and St. Stephen's Anglican, Oak Harbor, Wash., will be able to maintain their min­ istries in their current locations - churches in which they used to worship as Episcopalians. In addition, St. Stephen's Episcopal, comprised of those who did not leave that congregation in 2004, will be able to return to the same facil­ ity, sharing space with the Anglican parish . The agreement will be in effect until June 30, 2014, providing time to address the issues dividing the Anglican Communion. The Olympia agreement is an encouraging development at a time when liti­ gation, separation, and discord seem to be the norm. It is especially gratifying to observe that the agreement was achieved without representatives of the national Episcopal Church becoming involved. Bishop Vincent Warner and others in Olympia have shown the church a way to move forward. We hope others take notice.

Sad Day for The Witness We note with sadness the recent demise of The Witness, a venerable maga­ zine that served The Episcopal Church for some 90 years. For the past three The Witness served years, The Witness had existed only as an online publication, having ceased publication of its printed magazine. The Episcopal Church The Witness proudly proclaimed it was a journal that upheld the liberation perspective. For that reason, its editorial stance was often in conflict with the for some 90 years. position of this magazine. Yet we could agree with that publication in promot­ ing peace , opposing the death penalty, and speaking out against racism . We send our commiseration to the staff and board of directors of The Witness. It will be missed.

The YearAhead We greet all our readers with this first issue of the new year, especially those who are new to the magazine and those clergy who have received a com­ plimentary copy of this issue. This Parish Administration Issue, one of four we publish each year, is sent to all active clergy of The Episcopal Church who do not subscribe to our magazine. This special issue contains articles and adver­ tising that should be helpful to clergy and others involved in the day-to-day administration of parishes and mission congregations . As we head into 2007, we note the uncertain future of this church and pon­ der what might be in store for it. Willthe primates of the Anglican Communion offer recommendations or assistance to their Anglican member when they meet in Tanzania next month? Will the recommendations of the Windsor Report have any effect on The Episcopal Church as it goes about its business? Can reconciliation be achieved within The Episcopal Church? How will the Revised Common Lectionary be received in our congregations? How will a still-new Presiding Bishop be received by the primates? These and many other questions will be addressed on our pages as 2007 unfolds. It ought to be an eventful year.

JANUARY 7. 2007 · T HE LIVING CHURC H 27 The churchcan do better regardingnewcomers at our liturgies.

By Robert M. Ross been hand picked for the leadership we are going to have to make people any pundits have offered solu­ position by Bishop Peter Lee because feel welcome, notjust by the ushers or Mtions to counteract the declin­ he possessed a great track record for the greeting coro.mittee,but also by the > ing membership of The Episcopal accomplishing church growth. One of officiant · He reminded us that well 1 Church. I want to suggest that bne of the cornerstones to church growth in. before coffee hour .a parish has had the solutions may be assimple as a his eyes was the officiant of the service · numerous chances to mak,e a positiVe page number. announcing the page numbers .in both or negative impression otLr··, . When I arrived at the new clergy the prayer book and hymnal. ers or visitors. "What bet:l ._.-, _. training in the Diocese of Vir­ His theology on this matter.:wa.squjt,e _ show your newcomers they ·:~ ginia, I rµet a man who had clear. If we are to attract:n~win~m1?ers,.·corned," our trainer told us, READER'SVIEWPOINT

helping them through our complicated have clergy who fail to recognize that because those services are usually prayer book" our service can sometimes be hard to smaller. But how can you successfully I started to imagine an even more follow, we will surely continue to be in spot every person struggling through complicated scenario. Imagine if you decline. the books and offer assistance? are using Eucharistic Prayer C with the I have heard all the excuses for not This problem involves a few impor­ Form Three Prayers of the People and saying page numbers, and I don't buy tant questions that leaders of every you are reading from the King James them. The first is "we have a bulletin church must ask Are we a church or Bible and singing out of both the 1982 with all the page numbers in them and a are we an exclusive club? Do we really Hymnal and Lift Every Voiceand Sing, hymnal rack on the wall." In order for want newcomers? What are we pre­ Vol.2. Once the priest begins to say the that to be a good rebuttal, a church pared to do to welcome them and make proper preface, elsewhere in the prayer would have to have its ushers grab new­ them feel wanted at our services? Have book, the newcomer's ability to find her comers and show them how the bul­ we put ourselves in the shoes of our or his way is lost. letin numbers correspond to the newcomers? If we answer these ques­ Our trainer went on to say that The different pages in the various books in tions by proclaiming that we are a Episcopal Church had a nationwide the pew rack and then point to the church, we do want newcomers and we reputation of being somewhat "club­ hymn rack and walk them through the are prepared to do a lot to welcome ish" and announcing page numbers was two hymnals we use. In reality, most of them, then we must make our liturgies a great way to prove that we weren't. our ushers simply hand out bulletins. reflect hospitality to the stranger, for The only way around announcing page The next excuse is "we rely on our we never know when we will be enter­ numbers is to reproduce the prayer current parishioners to notice a new­ taining angels in our midst. 0 book and hymns in one big booklet comer struggling to make sense of the each week and that can be labor inten­ service, and they scoot over to help the The Rev. Robert M Ross is the chapl,ain sive and expensive. poor soul." In my 15 years of ordained at Wooster Sclwol, Danbury, Conn. At my first rectorship there didn't ministry I have only seen some atten­ The Reader'sViewpoint article does not nec­ seem to be much pushback from my dees at the 8 a.rn. service who have essarily represent the editorial opinion of THE policy that stated all page and hymn been so observant. Perhaps it is LIVING CHURCHor its board of directors. numbers would be announced. It was a fairly new parish and there weren't a lot of liturgical traditions. However, ALM Y'S my next call more than made up for it. I thought my first Sunday went well. I made a point of announcing all the MADISON pages in the prayer book and hymnal. Processional-Altar Light No one said a word about it during cof­ fee hour. On Monday morning, slipped Almy introduce s a new way for you under my door, there was an unsigned to light your processions and typed note that said "Why do you vio­ your altar all in one combined late the sanctity and solemnity of our service by announcing page numbers? proce ssional torch /pav ement light. We all know the page numbers!" I was The processional torch fits inside shocked, but for the next six years I the shaft of the Madison Altar plugged not only saying the page rnnn­ bers when I officiated, but I insisted Light Stand to create a traditional that my assistants do the same. gothic pavement light. Made in our For me, the entire parish benefited from my announcements because own Maine shop of solid brass. even though people knew the page Call today for information . numbers, they could see that their clergy were showing hospitality to the stranger and modeling a form of open­ ness and welcome that everyone found compelling. How many of us take our familiar service for granted? CM ALMY We have been balancing the prayer Three American Lane PO Box 2644 book, hymnals, Bibles, and bulletins Greenwich, CT 06836-2644 for years and we surely have learned all the page numbers. But most of our 800.225.2569 www.almy.com newcomers haven't. If we continue to

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30 THE LIVIN G CHUR CH · JANUARY 7. 2007 of his conclusion that "If we affirm appropriate to the scriptural specifics and the life, and our traditional scrip­ that God is an invisible, immortal, he presents. tural guidance, are the product of spir­ spiritual being, and One never to be But what about the "without limits" itual depravity or ignorance. represented in any physical way, then statement? Is God truly "without lim­ (The Rev.) Jam es F Graner, SSC God is truly unlimited." its"? Of course not! God is limited by Larned, Kan. His protestations are based upon his own choice to be precisely, the Ten Commandments' proscription absolutely, and eternally himself. To A Wide Divide I note with interest that our Presid­ ing Bishop, the Bishop of San Diego, Is Godtruly "withoutlimits"? Of coursenot! and most recently the Bishop of Vir­ ginia have proclaimed themselves hell­ bent on taking their "dissident" sisters not to mak e any graven images decide what thoughts in scripture I and brothers into secular court to pur­ thou shalt not bow down to them or feel compelled to accept and follow, sue their property "interests." It's the worship them. He then takes that they must pass this test: "Is it true? "high road," according to them. On the theme and applies it to the word of Absolutely true?" If I cannot find that other hand, the bishops of San Joaquin God, which is totally unreasonable for it is not true, in all humility, I feel com­ and Pittsburgh assure "dissident" con­ Christians and not germane to the pelled to follow it. That is how I under­ gregations in their own jurisdictions point he tries to make. He jumps from stand that God is indeed limited ... (remember when TEC used to argue in the specific to the conceptual (in his because he is unable to be untrue to court that "the diocese is the basic unit eyes) that people trying to follow the himself and his word . of the Church"?) that they are free to scriptures faithfully and referring to I am convinced that the recent theo­ leave and to take the assets for which them as their justification is a form of logical decisions by the General Con­ they have paid along with them. idolatry. What's to argue? That is a ventions of The Episcopal Church that Yes, there's a great theological divide conceptua l judgment, but it is not dismiss Jesus as the way, the truth, (Continued on next page)

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JANUARY 7. 2007 · THE LIVING CHURCH 31 EPISCOPALCOMMUNITY SERVICFS IN AMERICA (E~A) LETTERSTO THE EDITOR Plannow .for tbe 2007 Conference: "BLUEPRINTFOR IMPACT II" BuildingCapacity, Improving Systems (Continued from previous page) and StrengtheningCommunities which separates us as Episcopalians. There's an equally wide divide, how­ APl?ll25-28, 2007 KansasCity, Jl!O ever, which separates us on the basic WHOSHOULD ATl'ENDP issue of Christian charity. It's the latter Administrators-Board Members -Chaplains -Church Leaders - Counselors- Development Officers which really concerns me. - ExecutiveDirectors - Program, ChildWelfare , BehavioralHealthcare , YouthDevelopment Staff - (The Rev.) Steven R. Ford NursingHomes - HousingAgencies -Episcopal Charities/Foundation s - SocialWorkers St. Mark's Church Mesa, Ariz . ECSAis an independent501c3 , non-profit,voluntary member organization. ECSA supports and servesthe vital work and ministry of organizations affiliated with the Episcopal Church which provide PromisingRemarks ministrythrough social/healthcare services within their communities . Apropos of the delicately phrased Formore in.formation on ECSA/2001CoT{farenc e, contact: editorial, "When Leadership Was 'lbe Rev'dCanon Phlllip J. Rapp,6529 CliftonRd., Clifton, VA 20124 Needed ... [TLC,Nov. 5], permit me to Website:www.ecsamerica.org suggest that The Episcopal Church has shot itself in both feet by our last (703) 266-3073 two Presiding Bishops. First, there was Bishop Edmond Browning. He promised there would CHURCH CUSHIONS Experience be no outcasts in our church, but then On your next seating, kneeling or needlepoint cushion Nashotah he consistently denied the requests of project, contact Waggoners, the cushion specialists! traditional Episcopalians for use of TOLL FREE 1-800-396-7555 March 8-9, 2007 Waggoners, Inc. Thinking About Seminary ? •See www.nashotah.edu or TraditionalEpiscopalians, www.pewcushions .com Call 1-800-627-4682 havingendured more than two decadesof ridicule Bring anddenial of their requests Christian to holdservices from Burial Back the 1928 BCPpray God Home to theywill be included Your Church in [BishopJefferis Schori's] policyof reconciliation. St. D11nsta11S Episcopal C lwrch, Sau Di~~"· Califim1ia. Plwto © 2002 , j ay Domi11y. the 1928 Book of Common Prayer. For over twenty years Eickhof Columb aria has been creating secure and During his term our pseudo-liberal reverent memori als for cremated remains in more than 500 Christian churches. hierarchy scorned Episcopal tradition Thi s year more Episcopalians than ever will choose cremation as a part of their and gleefully encouraged feel-good buri al practice . An Eickhof Co lumb arium on your parish grounds will renew the cherished chur chyard tradition. doctrines and Rotarian fellowship. At his investiture, Presiding Bishop R enew that tradition in your congregation with an Eickh,!f Columbarium Niche System. Frank Griswold tacitly acknowledged The Episcopal Church was in trouble, if not turmoil, when he said, "Help me Call us roll free at 800-253-0457 or visit rebuild our church. " Bishop Griswold, us at www.eickhofcolumbaria.com . EICKHOF We' ll send you ou r free, no-ob ligation like his predecessor, was a master of COLUMBARIA INC informati on packe t. rich, beautiful phraseology, but both

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(Continued from page 32) men failed to provide constructive unlike her predecessors - rich, beau­ ridicule and denial of their requests to \ leadership to restore the church's tiful and promising. Bishop Jefferts hold services from the 1928 BCP, pray strength in this age of galloping secu­ Schori has stated that reconciliation God they will be included in her policy larism. will be at the center of her ministry. of reconciliation. Now we have a new Presiding Traditional Episcopalians, having Joseph W. De Bragga Bishop. Her early remarks are not endured more than two decades of Islip, N.Y.

Concernedby Advice I I Chancellor David Beers' advice to Lives Transformed, the church, the bishops and dioceses implies a new element in the polity of \ our church, especially coming from Periphery Activated one whose office is quite new and only l optional [TLC, Nov. 26]. A reading of the Rev. Rona Harding, Rector By Canon 1.2.5 tells me that the chancel­ Church of the Ascension, Lexington Park, MD lor is to counsel the Presiding Bishop Diocese of Washington "in matters relating to the office and the discharge of the responsibilities of It was with some trepidation that we held a Faith Alive Week­ that office," not to the rest ofus. Let us end in our parish. hope a new version of the canon is not now upon us. Our concerns that we would be inviting a lot of people to (The Rt. Rev.) Milton L. Wood come into our parish to stir up controversy were unfounded. Elberta, Ala. Instead, we received a highly focused group of committed lay men and women and a very professional retreat which has rejuvenated our parish. Senseof Mystery Since the visiting Faith Alive team has left, a new sense of I recently participated in "The intimacy and joy has spread through the parish. The ECW, Medieval Mass" at the Church of the which had died, has been revitalized. The youth Resurrection, New York City, as part group has new life. The Foyer groups of a nearly packed church on the occa­ sion of the Feast of the Immaculate have been reformed. A new discussion Conception. In addition to reminding group on spiritual life has been me of my adolescence, it evoked a formed and -- best of all -- many who deep sense of dignity, mystery, sensu­ were on the periphery of the parish ality ( all five, including incense) and are now joining those in the center. otherworldliness - things often sadly Our mid-week services have more lacking in some of the flying circuses, unrehearsed things one sees too often than tripled in size, and our Bible today. It wasn't my favorite style of study attendance has doubled. music but David Enlow brought the I encourage any parish that feels that it Middle Ages right into Manhattan with needs a shot in the arm, and a spiritual renewal perfect taste and authenticity with his to consider Faith Alive. It certainly touched and changed directing. Sorry that Medieval Masses didn't many people's lives in my parish. ordinarily include sermons. Fr. Swain's sermons - typically not too A faith-building experience long, not too short and something one remembers long afterwards - are for the entire parish family! always a plus, but his hand-out explaining the occasion was the equiv­ Faith Alive• 431 Richmond Place, NE alent to a full course in medieval church liturgics. Overall, a wonderful Albuquerque, NM 87106 • (505) 255-3233 experience indeed! [email protected] www.faithalive.org Robert F. Dorum Poughkeepsie, N. Y

34 THE LIVING CHURCH · JANUARY 7. 2007 Limit Not Needed Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori [TLC, Dec. 3] is quoted as say­ ing she "wonders if Episcopal polity needs a 'limit to how long authority should be exercised,' particularly if it is not exercised appropriately." My question: In whose opinion? In our fragmented province, it seems such a change would be even more divisive, rather than a tool for building a better church. Edgar H. Markham Hollister, Calif

Not So Clear l"'-ri"'-'""""""""',;,~••-ot=--.-;,,•,.,._"~"'""'"""-"=-"'""''"''''lll!O"d<;c..r=-c.,.,,,,..,,:_,l'(~'"""""-"'-1"""'~"""'-!•'t'l""'Ml-•:e<1"-""'=rffi'"'Y'"--"-""it."",._lit~J•!>_e<,~"'-"""'"'""-hl'..l'tc;10,,,.....,,~,,_,~,,..""""~=--1 In his letter [TLC, Dec. 24], F. Carter Philips comments that "it is i . 1 H E"-E I S A PLACE I very clear from the circumflex accent on the final syllable that the I OF HEALINC IN CAZA . name refers not a Junia but to a I The Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem's Ahli Arab Hospital f Junias ... " However , the standard i in the embattled Gaza Strip is ministering to Palestinians f Greek lexicon for the New Testament today under the mo st desperate of conditions. ~ (A Greek-English Lexic on of the I New Testament and Other Early ·1· IT. J>--.MES'EPISCOPAL CHU1'CH, AUSTIN, TEXAS 1 Christian Literature, 3rd ed., U. of . has produced a film on the hospital's heroic work. For a f. Chicago Press, 2000) says, "But the f FREE copy of the DVD and a viewer's guide, contact : I accented form ... (with the circum­ flex) has no support as such in the I The Rev. Edward Hartwell ehartwell@austin .rr.com ! ms. tradition." Therefore , Mr. Philips' ~ -~;i!_'!!l\ic ______.___,.-,MII!:"'..- Ii.-~ ... --- "proof' really has no validity. It does seem that the majority of translators today would see this as referring to a woman. (The Rev.) R. W. McCandless Parsons, Kan. WATTS& L 0 N D 0 N

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By Joanna J. Seibert ally, she is 84. She is articulate and land , and whenever I see the prince, I knowledg eable and an interesting think , this is the age Rene would be. We are at the Bowen Confere nce conversationalist. She became a Men­ Rene died 30 years ago. He would 1 during Lent at one of our favorite nonite but now atte nds a Disciples of now be in his 50s, but I can only see retreat centers, Kanuga, in the west­ Christ church because there is not a him as 20 years old." ern hills of North Carolina. Bea Mennonite congregation in her town, We go back to our room in the comes to the table and immediately but she says, "I will always be a Men­ Kanuga lodge. I have ridden in its we know this is a special woman. nonite ." slow but steady elevator many times . Does Bea mean beautiful? Maybe, but Kathyrn comments on her unusual Today I see the plaque on the elevator I think the name is short for Beatrice oriental necklac e. "I do not like living wall. "This elevator given in memory which means blessed . alone," Bea says . "It was a gift several of Reginald Hudson Bedell, RAF She is from Beaumont, Texas, but years ago from Chines e graduate stu­ bomber pilot, killed in action Decem­ does not have a Southern accent. She dents who lived with me." Bea ber 19, 1942. Born February 13, 1920. was born in Germany . Her parents notices my husband's bronze star Given in memory by his mother, Edna were Jewish, but not practicing. She label pin. She asks how he was Woods Buist." is a Holocaust survivor. She escaped awarded it. "I served in Vietnam," he Reginald was 22. If he were alive from Germany, lived in Belgium and replies casually. There is a brief today, he would be 85, a year older France, where she was helped by the silence. She then responds. than Bea. But to Edna Woods Buist French underground . There she met _ "My son , Rene , was killed in the and to all of us who ride the elevator her future husband , Henry Buller, a Vietnam War. He was 20. He was a at Kanuga, her son , Reginald , will Mennonite, who was a conscientious medic and had been in Vietnam for always be 22. objector doing relief work in unoccu­ only two weeks. He was killed trying pied France and later in England and to care for a wounded soldier. His The Rev. Joanna J. Seibert is a dea­ Germany. She came to this country death was such a waste ." Tears fill con of the Diocese of Arkansas and a when she was in her 20s. Is she now her eyes. "My son was born on the pediatric radiologist at Arkansas 70 or maybe even 80 years old? Actu- same day as Prince Charles of Eng- Children's Hospital, Littl e Rock.

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36 TH E LIVING CH URCH - JANUARY 7. 2007 JerusalemBishop Accused of Corruption The Bishop in Jerusalem, the Rt. "fully convinced" the kick-back Rev. Riah Abu al-Assal, has been scheme had "the prior knowledge and accused by a diocesan review panel of approval of the bishop" and that nepo­ financial misconduct in steering dioce­ tism ran rampant throughout the dio­ san business contracts to his relations. cese. However, the report found no "There was no doubt that the intent to defraud or to inflate the cost bishop's tactics and behavior" dis­ of the contract to the diocese. played a "dramatic combination of The findings came after a four­ nepotism and violation of trust," con­ month investigation which included 60 cluded the 35-page report prepared by hours of public testimony. In his state­ a six-member diocesan review panel. ment to the panel, Bishop Riah An internal investigation was initi­ defended his actions, saying he was ated in June after rumors began circu­ motivated by humanitarian concerns lating that Bishop Riah had influenced over his son-in-law's debts. the selection of a Nazareth insurance "Myrecords over many years are full agency to underwrite coverage for of aid to those in need, and what I did look up church schools in Jerusalem and for others in need, I did for [my son-in­ Nazareth. Half of the commission for law] Ayoub," he testified to the panel. the transaction reportedly was kicked Bishop Riah told the Tewgraph news­ back to the bishop's son-in-law, Ayoub paper in England the situation had been Join us August 5-11 as Kandaleft, who has had financial diffi­ "blown out of proportion." He is sched­ culties. uled to retire at the end of March. we 'look up' for insight The panel reported that it had been (The Rev.) George Conger and inspiration during

Epiphany Institute '07, DallasSeeks Leadership from February Primates' Meeting to be held at Lake Logan The Diocese of Dallas will not con­ The Episcopal Church and sought to sider any new applications by congre­ remain within the Anglican Commu­ Episcopal Center in the gations desiring to leave until after the nion. He has also offered financial set­ Feb. 14-19 meeting of the primates of tlements to congregations which have mountains of western the Anglican Communion. The Rev. Ed desired to purchase their church North Carolina . Visit Monk, rector of St. John's Church, buildings. Corsicana, Texas, and president of the Diocesan bylaws require the stand­ epi phanyi nstitute.org standing committee, informed the ing committee to concur with the clergy of the decision following a reg­ bishop before clergy can be released to learn more and to ularly scheduled meeting of the stand­ and property transferred. The stand­ ing committee Dec. 12. ing committee must issue a recom­ register for an event "Bishop Stanton has done every­ mendation to diocesan convention as designed to deepen thing he can to hold us together up to to whether differences are irreconcil­ now," Fr. Monk told THE LIVING able before the Episcopal parish is dis­ leaders ' faith while CHURCH."It's out of his hands now. Our solved, and it is those three decisions belief is that this primates' meeting is upon which the bishop and standing delivering powerful going to be an 'either or' moment . committee will not act before April, Either The Episcopal Church will be Fr. Monk said. congregational tools. disciplined or it won't. If it is not , then There is one parish whose applica­ everyone will have to make their own tion to be released from The Episcopal EPIPHANY INSTITUTE decision about their future ." Church had already been received , In September, Christ Church, Plano, according to Fr. Monk, who said the AUGS-11 828 .324.1351 Texas, the largest Episcopal congrega­ standing committee will probably tion in the United States in terms of make a decision on that application average Sunday attendance, voted to next month. He said he is aware at E PIP HA NYI N STITUTE .ORG leave and affiliate with the Province of present of fewer than six of the 70 con­ the Southern Cone. Unlike the major­ gregations that might leave, but that ity of other bishops, Bishop Stanton number could change depending on has not deposed clergy who have left what happens at the primates' meeting.

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January 15-19, 2007 half that amount has been raised, and The drafted statement defined the a check for $100,000 was presented to diocese's vision as "a communion of Intensive One Week Courses : the New Orleans guests at convention. congregations in which Christ is Loving and Leading The church and school reopened in known, hearts and minds are inspired, August with about half the members the Small Congregation and where God's work is reflected in and students they had before Hurri­ The Rev. Dr. J. Douglas McGlynn our daily lives." Its mission is "to fos­ cane Katrina. ter deeply connected congregations Christian Spirituality Convention addressed 14 resolu­ that are visible and inclusive places of in the Early Middle Ages tions, approving one to restore grants worship that promote growth and out­ The Rev. Dr. Arnold W. Klukas to congregations to 2006 budget lev­ reach and that make us agents of els. Significant debate occurred change in Western New York " Early Christian Reading before approval of a resolution which Convention considered 18 resolu­ of the Old Testament calls upon the bishops and standing tions proposed by the Constitution The Rev. Patrick Henry Reardon committee of the diocese to "affirm and Canons Review Task Force. This the full inclusion in all areas of the life group was charged by the bishop with Graduate Degree and of the Episcopal Church of our other­ updating the diocesan constitution Continuing Education Credits wise qualified brother and sister and canons so that they are consistent Christians who are single or partnered with both national and diocesan prac­ See www.nashotah.edu or heterosexual gay, lesbian , bisexual or tice and the Constitution and Canons Call 1-800-627-4682 transgendered persons, and those of The Episcopal Church. All but one Email [email protected] who are in non-celibate heterosexual of these resolutions was adopted.

38 TH E LIVIN G CHURC H · JANUARY 7. 2007 ~- Br%THE FRIENDS OF ST. BENEDICT C/' [:j How can local congregations Changes to the diocesan constitu­ and individuals incorporate tion require passage by two succes­ sive conventions. Among the changes The Rule of St. Benedict into their lives? approved on second reading was one clarifying that the convention and not The Friends of St. Benedict offers a video/DVD, Benedictine Journey: diocesan council makes final deci­ Listening with the ear of the heart, as well as a companion Guide. sions regarding the eligibility of con­ The 50-minute video begins at Canterbury Cathedral and captures gregational delegations at convention. five Benedictine Experiences in this country . It contains commentary Other resolutions addressed the by Archbishop Rowan Williams and Esther de Waal as well as other diocese's ongoing support of the Mil­ spiritual leaders and individuals who have gathered for a Benedictine lennium Development Goals. Experience . The 12-page Guide provides background information on St. Benedict and his Rule, explains how viewers can seek out a Episcopal News Service contributed Benedictine Experience, and identifies ways groups can incorporate to this report. Benedictine Way practices into their ongoing programming. NewChurch Plants Video/DVD: $29.95 (add $4.50 for mailing I video plus $1.00 for each additional video) Spiritual and numerical growth of congregations in the Diocese of Arizona Guide: $1.50 was the prin1ary concern of diocesan (10 or more $1.00 plus $1.70 for postage) convention, held Oct. 20-21in Phoenix. In his address, the Rt. Rev. Kirk S. The Friends of Saint Benedict Smith, Bishop of Arizona, considered Saint David's Parish, 5150 Macomb St, NW, Washington, DC 20016 the blueprints and foundations of the Tel: (202) 363-8061 Email: [email protected] work that has already begun since his Web Site: www.benedictfriend.org installation as diocesan in 2004, when he announced his vision of having the resources of the diocese directed toward parish growth. "Then God sa;d, 'Let there Bishop Smith celebrated the cre­ ation of four new church plants during be Ught;' and there was the past year. They are: Prince of Peace, North Peoria; San Andres, Tuc­ Ught. And God saw that son; Nativity, Desert Ridge/Northeast the Ught was good; and God Valley;and St. Paul's Sudanese Church, Phoenix. A slide show was presented separated the Ught to highlight progress at the churches. The bishop also commemorat ed the from the darkness. " progress of the new program groups (Gen. 1:3-4, NRSV) and mission groups that were estab­ lished during the past year to allow for greater involvement in various areas of ministry, as well as the launch of the Announcing new website (www.azdiocese.org) and a new format for the diocesan newspa­ per, ArizonaLife. Bring the gift of Light to schools, health clinics, orphanages, Delegates adopted resolutions and rural villages in Uganda! Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime encouraging parishes to make an multi-cultural collaboration with African Christian youth! annual contribution to a new fund to help prospective ordinands meet the expense of seminary education; urging 7/11/2007 - 7/28/2007 study of border and immigration issues; and establishing a companion For application information: contact Carol Hathaway, diocese relationship with the Diocese 703-777-7746 or visit our website at of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania. Conven­ www. solarlightforafrica. org. tion passed a budget for 2007 with total Application Deadline: February 1, 2007. (Continued on next page)

JAN UARY 7. 2007 · Tl-I E LIV ING CHURCH 39 ARIZONA (Continued from previous page) expenditures of just over $2.8 million. Delegates and visitors participated in seven workshops offered on Friday afternoon, and then heard from the Rt. Rev. J. Neil Alexander, Bishop of Atlanta, who was the keynote speaker for the Friday night dinner and Explore ... preacher at the Saturday Eucharist. The Religious Life Mark R. Towsley WEEKEND PROGRAM February 16 - 19, 2007 Pleasecall todav to schedule atour Prayer • Study • Ministry ChurchNot Alone • 55+ • computer lab The Episcopal Church has nothing • bus trips/outings • hair salon Write: Sisters of St. John Baptist • activities • dining room Box 240, Mendham , N.J. 07945 to fear, even from "those who have • on-sire library • small pets are welcome 973-543-4641 www.csjb.org been the most critical of us within [email protected] the Communion," Bishop Catherine (904) 798-5360 Waynick of Indianapolistold dele­ (800) 438-4817 What is a Judean? gates to the annual convention of her An Answer to God's Call. diocese Oct. 19-20 in the see city. TDD (904) 798-9474 Come Explore ... A Vocation ... "The Episcopal Church is not A Life Fulfilled ... alone," Bishop Waynick said in her 601 N. Newnan Street Jacksonville, FL 52202 A traditional community of Religious Brothers address to convention. "We have www.cathcdralresidcncc~.org el The Monastjc Congregation of Saint Jude many friends and allies within the Rt. Rev. Evans M. Kisekka, Bishop Visitor Communion , and the overwhelming Anglican Diocese of Luweero, Uganda majority of our own bishops, even in ENCOURAGE YOUR 6444 E. Spring St. PMS #284 our disagreements, are determined CONGREGATION! Long Beach, CA 90815-1500 (USA) to maintain a shared identity as Epis­ (562) 408-1968 copalians and members of the world­ With the Rev. Dr. Peter Moore's www.judeans.org Comprehensive wide Anglican Communion. How Articulate that identity will be articulated in the THE MISSION BOOKSTORE CONCI SE future we cannot know, but we are OF NASHOTAH HOUSE secure in our identity as servants of Wist, AN EPISCOPAL SEMINARY 2777 MISSION ROAD the risen Christ." Book, NASHOTAH, WI 53058-9793 Bishop Waynick added that "if the on the Anglican Commun ion and Mostbooks seen in The LivingChurch are avail able. work of crafting an Anglican the Episcopal Church 's place Askabout clergy and church di scounts. is (262) 646-6529 covenant rooted in prayer and the­ within it: ological reflection, we may find the holy patience to discern what God A CHURCH TO BELIEVE IN wants of us." SHRINE OF OUR LADY Toward that goal, convention 200 pages with study guide OF CLEMENCY Solidly theological but non-political adopted a resolution urging diocesan Continuous Novena daily at 5.45pm clergy to "take leadership in commit­ Great for Alpha classes, confirmation, Send your prayer requests to ting to a process of study and dis­ adult ed and cell groups Canon Gordon Reid S.Clement's Church, 2013 Appletree St. cernment as to the nature and unity of the Church , and to pursue a com­ 1-20 copies @$7.00 per copy Philadelphia, PA 19103 www.s-clements.org mon life of dialogue , listening, and 21 + copies @$6.00 per copy growth formed and informed by the plus shipping baptismal covenant and Eucharistic fellowship." The resolution also com­ Call Cherie Wet:r.el1-800-553-3645 mended "To Set Our Hope on Christ," the report prepared by members of The Episcopal Church in response to Paragraph 135 of the Windsor · ·or donat Report, for "study and discussion as lATltERPRESS ·4J1p.1ivingch part of the listening process ."

40 TH E LIV ING CHU RCH · JANUARY 7. 2007 TheAmerican Study Program Oxford,England 15 August- 21 August2007 FifthYear in Plan "Christianityin the 21st Century" In 2002, Bishop Wendell Gibbs inau­ gurated a five-year plan to undergird Located at historic St. Edmund Hall, this unique conference offers lectures as well as the work of diocesan convention and ample time to enjoy the universitycity and surrounding areas. the year ahead in the Diocese of Michi­ ganwith a specific theme drawn from Cost $1400 the five promises of the baptismal Includes room, all meals, morning coffee, qfternoon tea, and extras. covenant. Marking the fifth year, con­ f.ooferenceSpeakers: vention , held Oct. 27-28 in Dearborn , The Rev'd.Dr. John Kerr: Priest of the Church of England and former Warden of was anchored by the question , "Will you the Society of Ordained Scientists. Dr. Kerr currently teaches at Oxford and strive for justice and peace among all Winchester College. people, and respect the dignity of every TheRev'd. Dr. VincentSlrudwich: Honorary Canon of Christ Church, Oxford. Fellowof human being?" KelloggCollege, Oxford, Tutor in Theologyand VisitingProfessor of GraduateTheological "I am one who believes that if the Foundation. heart does not strive to 'respect the dig­ 1beVenerable Chriscopher Hewetsoo: Fonner Vicarof HeadingtonQuarry (the C. S. Lewis nity,' nothing else will ," Bishop Gibbs parish) and now serves as ArchdeaconEmeritus Diocese of Chester. said in his convention address . Michigan adopted a $2.8 million Mr.Ian Boxall:Mr. Boxallis Senior NewTestament lecturer at St Stephen's House and a member of the theologyfaculty at OxfordUniversity. budget for 2007, marking the second straight year that substantial reductions Registration Deposit: $300 (non refundable) buffeted the diocesan ministry and led Contact: TheRev'd. Dr. LadsonMills, ChristChurch to the elimination of two-and-a-half pro­ 6329 FredericaRd., St. SimonsIsland, GA 31522 gram or support staff positions . A Phone: (912) 577-8688 Fax: (912) 638-4030 $188,250 addition to the draft budget E-mail: [email protected] prepared by diocesan council proposed using money from a special ministry fund. In recen t years, revenue shortfalls have been made up by drawing down the special ministry fund , a practice that council advised against continuing. Lay delegates and the clergy from 93 congregations and several university chaplaincies heard reports from a sam­ pling of social service ministries of the diocese , notably the free health clinic at St. Peter's Church, Hillsdale, and the 12- year-old Bound Together ministry at All Saints ', Pontiac , that is dedicated to Maybe you've been thinking about cutting bati~~ , simple pleasures ... But you're not ready :{qft he . after-school and neighborhood out­ ,·,-•·;•::.: ' ,··i;l'". reach. The two programs are in the Clergy wanting positions that are parMlme 8$. heart of a rural and an urban environ­ "retirement" plans are needed to serve insO!Jle of. ment , respectively , both hard hit by eco­ scenic communities in the country-towns .rt~ · · nomic strain . mountains, along sparkling rivers, near perf~~;_:~.­ The 50-plus youth delegation that as well as in wonderful cities ... and under>~ r::>Fg ,· spent a week in July rebuilding Missis­ maintain your pension and earn up to· $~o.: sippi neighborhoods also gave a rous­ ing report to 300 following the The MARCH 2007 DEPLOYMENT MINISTRY ; convention banquet. (representing 36 dioceses and many small, vitat pan~ Herb Gunn rienced men and women priests) works to ma.~ch ;y~ with a congregation needing part-time clerg)( God's lay leaders in ministry, · TwoSessions Please contact George McConell for more inforina : The decision to move the annual con­ Deployment Ministry Confe~ p~ ia 1 vention of the Diocese of ElCamino Real gmcconnell@ED0W,~ ~ ;;'i/ ." from January to October presented a The DEADLINE is February i28, ,. (Continued on next page)

JANUARY 7. 2007 · TH E LIV ING CHURCH 41 ELCAMINO REAL PEOPLE& PLACES- gwvrnm (Continued from previous page) COLLEGE challenge because under canon law, Educating Tomorrow's there can be only one annual meeting. To avoid a conflict, the January 2006 Church Leaders Today Appointments Wycliffe is the largest Anglican meeting was designated as diocesan Seminary in Canada. convention, Session 1, which went into The Rev. BobBlackwell is rector of Grace, 305 Arnold St. NE, Cullman, AL 35055. We prize our Evangelical heritage with its recess and the one held Oct. 20-21 in strong emphasis on biblical faith, exacting The Rev. Walter B. A. Brownrldgeis asso­ San Luis Obispo was designated as Ses­ ciate dean for community life at the School scholarship , and the centrality of Jesus sion 2 and adjourned. Christ.· We rejoice in our Anglican traditions of Theology of The University of the South , expressed in daily worship, spiritual forma- During the business portion of Ses­ Sewanee, TN 37383-0001. lion, and pastoral care. · We value our sion 2 on Oct. 21, convention approved The Rev. DavidHalt is rector of St. James', Ecumenical and International character with a new budget and funding formula as PO Box 223035, Westwood, OH 45211-2024. The Rev. JodeneS. Hawkinsi s rector of a student body representing many nations, well as other changes consistent with races, and church traditions. St. Elizabeth's , 720 N King St., Honolulu , HI Come to Wycliffe ... an ongoing structural evaluation and 96817. To deepen your faith , explore your vocation review of diocesan polity. The $1.5 mil­ The Rev. Canon MlchaelC. Hunnis canon and enhance your gifts for ministry. lion amount approved under the new to the ordinary for pastoral and program You will Profit... budget formula may result in a reduc­ ministry, Dio cese of North Carolina, 200 W · Tuition and cost of living are lower than at Morgan St., Raleigh , NC 27601. most American Seminaries . tion of more than $400,000 in income The Rev. CarolJablonski is curate at St. • Register for a Basic Degree (M.Div., M.T.S.) from the budget in 2006. Stephen's, 82 Kimberly Dr. , Durham , NC or an Advanced Degree (M.A. Ph.D. , Th.D.). Convention approved a proposed 27707. • Several courses are available on-line . collaborative model for diocesan struc­ The Ven. WilliamH. Joyner,Jr. is archdea­ Our Residence ... ture. Also chosen was a funding model con of the Diocese of North Carolina , 200 W · We accommodate single men, women and Morgan St., Suite 300, Raleigh, NC 27601. a limited number of couples and families in which calls for each parish and mission The Rev. ThomasPadraic Murray is asso­ our residence. to contribute 10 percent of the first ciate at St. Paul's, 520 Summit St., Winston­ Our AmericanPrincipal and ChurchHistory Salem, NC 27101. Professorare able to preparestudents for GOE's. $178,000 of net budgeted disposable income and 20 percent on anything in The Rev. Kevin Nichols is rector of St. Wycliffe College Andrew's , 354 Main St., Hopkinton , NH 5 Hoskin Ave., Toronto, ON M5S 1H7 excess of that amount. Another resolu­ 03229. www.wycliffecollege.ca tion addressed issues of fair share pay­ The Rev. S. Paul Rowlesis rector of St. AdmissionsTel: (416) 946-3525 ment due dates, shortfall consequences Peter's, 8400 St. Peter's Ln., New Kent, VA [email protected] as well as consequences for parishes 23124. and missions which do not file a The Rev. Stacy Salles is rector of St. Paul's, PO Box 148, Romeo, MI 48065-0148. parochial report. The Rev. John Paul Thompsonis interim An amendment to reinstate the full rector at St. Matthias, 2310 Skyland Blvd. E, WANTED contribution to the program budget of Tuscalooosa, AL 35405. the General Convention failed. Mission Clergy Vestments, Altar Hangings, Ordinations Altarware, Clergy Black Wool Capes, contributions beyond the diocese are Holy Communion Kits, Stoles, Etc. For expected to decrease from $349,200in Deacons 2006 to $172,462for 2007. Churches in Newfoundland/Labrador. An approved resolution concerning Los Angeles - Patricia Dugan Blanco, Also supply clergy for short/long term Sarah June CoffeyCard , Karen Sue Chavez, the search for a diocesan bishop assignments, Seminarians welcome JamesettaCheryl GlossonHammons , Walter requested the search committee to Steve Johnson, Margaret Hudley McCauley, for summer duty. Contact: The Rev. "give equal consideration to all qualified ChristineMarie Nevarez, AndreaLee Paddock , Alexander Daley, P.O. Box 511, North candidates without regard to their sex­ SamuelH. Pillsbury. Andover, MA 01845 (978) 686-6858. Louisiana- Ann BentonFraser , WIiiiam ual orientation." WalterSummerour , GeorgeNelson Tennison .

HonoraryDegrees Would you like CORRECTION The Very Rev. John P. Downey is Church Divinity School of the Pacific - to help our ministry? dean of St. Paul's Cathedral in Erie, Pa MargaretElsemore Sipple . An article on the convention of the Dio­ Consider a gift t,o cese of Northwestern Pennsylvania Resignations THELMNG CIIuRCH Fund. [TLC, Dec. 31) incorrectly listed the The Rev. Canon Marie Fleischer, as canon for pastoral and program ministry in the No gift is ooolarge or ooo name of the cathedral and the fate of two proposed resolutions. A resolution Diocese of North Carolina, Raleigh, NC. small and all gifts are The Rev. RobViggiano, as rector of Grace, which sought to lower significantly the Georgetown , TX . tax-deductible. percentage of net disposable income assessed by the diocese of congrega­ Retirements For more information, tions and another which would have The Rev. FionaBergstrom, as rector of St. please call our business office eliminated the distinction between Stephen's and vicar of St. Cyprian's, Oxford , at 414-276-5420,ext 17. parishes and missions were both NC. referred for further study. The Rev. Perry Kingman, as rector of

42 TH E LIVIN G CHURCH · JANUARY 7. 2007 Oxford University Summer Programme in Theology Exploring Theology in the 21st Century Reconciliation, Webster, MA. 22 July - 4 August 2007 The Rev. James M. Sigler, as rector of at Christ Church, Oxford Emmanuel, Grass Valley, CA. Directed by Jane Shaw, this is a two-week residential programme Corrections for clergy, theologians, teachers of religious education, and The Rev. Canon WallaceAdams-Riley is lay people with an interest in theological study at university level. canon vicarat St. John 's Cathedral , 256 E Seminars and lectures will look at: current themes in theology, Church St., Jacksonville, FL 32202. The Rev. Canon Gina Adams-Rileyi s the relevance of historical theology for our contemporary context, canon for pastoral care at St. John's Cathe­ the state of the churches, the relationship between different faiths dral, 256 E Churc h St., Jacksonville, FL in the post 9/11 world, the relationship between doctrine and 32202. religious practice & the questions being asked in contemporary The Rev. StephenBergmann is pastora l biblical scholarship and why. assistant at St. Peter's, 110 N Warson Rd., St. Louis, MO 63124, where the Rev. James H. Participants select two seminars for specialist study each week. Purdy is rector. Many of the tutors are from Oxford University's Theology Faculty; The Rev. AlanGodfrey Dennis is sub-dean others are prominent theologians, scholars and church people from of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10025. around the British Isles and beyond, and include: The Rev. John W. Price is assistant at Margaret Bedggood, John Drury, Robin Gibbons, Philip Kennedy, Palmer Memorial ; add: 23 12 Steel St., Hous­ John Moses, Martyn Percy, Vincent Strudwick, Henry Wansbrough & ton, TX 77098. Keith Ward. The Rev. JohnR. Priceis interim rector of Christ Chur ch, PO Box 3510, Greenville, DE There will also be plenary keynote lectures by: 19807-0510. Marilyn McCord Adams (Oxford) & Stephen Bates (The Guardian). Deaths For further information visit our website www.conted.ox.ac.uk/courses/international The Rev. HaroldF. Elsner , retired priest of the Diocese of Southeast Florida, or contact us by email - [email protected] (quoting ref LC) died Oct. 10 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Oxfor d University - Continuing Education Telephone +44 (0)1865 270427 Home in Clemmons, NC. He was 74. 1 Wellin ton 5 uare Oxford OXl 2JA UK Fax +44 0 1865 270429 Born in New York City, Fr. Elsner was edu­ cated at Nassa u Community College, the George Mercer, Jr., Memorial School of The­ ology, and the General Theological Seminary. He served in the Army during the Korean War. In 1969, he was ordained deacon and the following year priest in the Diocese of Long Island. He was curate at St. Paul's Church, Glen Cove, NY, 1969-71; rector of Grace, Whitestone, NY, 1971-78; associate at St. George's, Flushing, NY, 1978-81; associate at Trinity, Bay City, MI, 1981-88, and rector of St. Margaret's, Hialeah, FL, 1988-98. Fr. Elsner is survived by his wife, Alice; daughters Diana Anderson of Arizona, Eileen Martin of Mocksville, NC, Maggie, of Winston-Salem, NC; sons Michael of Pfafftown, NC, Robert of Due West, SC, Kristen of Rowlett, TX, and Eric of Hurst, TX; 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Don­ ald of Ansted, WV, and Steve of New York.

MaryJane Herron, a canon in the Dio­ cese of Los Angeles, died Sept. 10 of cancer following a long illness. She was 84. Canon Herron was born and raised in Los Angeles. She was manager of the main office of Vons grocery company, retiring in 1986. Following retirement she became active in Altar Guild and she served as the diocesan directress from the early 1990s until her death. She was named an honorary canon of the Cathedral Center in Los Angeles in 1998. Through the years she was a member of sev- (Continued on next page)

)AN UAR.Y7. 2007 · THE LIV ING CHU R.CH 43 PEOPLE& PLACES- St. James Church Taos, New Mexico

(Continuedfrom previous page) FULL-TIME RECTOR era! parishes in the Los Angeles area Occa­ Growing program church in Sangre sionally she was the organist at Holy Com­ munion, Gardena , and while at St. Cross de Cristo mountains seeks rector to by-the-Sea, Hermosa Beach, she served on provide leadership in a culturally diverse community with members from the vestry. She is survived by three daugh­ a wide variety of political, geographic , cultural , and economic backgrounds. ters , a stepson , and several grandchildren $2M expansion of church facilities currently underway, supported by and great-grandchildren. pledges to cover construction expenses. Parish priorities are growth and The Rev. ReginaldGeorge Rosson, 82, inclusion . Strong lay involvement and leadership. rector of All Saints' Church, Watsonville, Taos is a world-class vacation and ski area with a rich amalgam of cultures , CA, for nearly 20 years, died Oct. 28 in Claremont , CA. extraordinary natural beauty, and a rich history of art and artists . A native of Birmingham, England , Fr. Send resume to: Rosson emigrated to the United States with his family and studied at Boston College and Search Committee, St James Church Episcopal Theological School. He was ordained deacon in 1939 and priest in 1940. 5794 NDCBU, Taos, NM 87571 He was assistant at Grace and St. John 's, Buf­ falo, NY, 1939-42; assistant at Trinity Cathe­ E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.stjamestaos.org dral, Phoenix , AZ, 1942-44; vicar of St. Stephen's , Tiburon, CA, 1944-45; rector of Christ Church, Las Vegas, NV, 1945-51;rector PART-TIME RECTOR in Watsonville from 1951 to 1970; vicar of St. Joseph the Worker, Milpitas, CA, 1970-71; and St. James' Episcopal Church, Livingston, AL rector of St. James ', Oakland, CA, 1972-76. He Priest to serve in small, traditional pa1ish in a uniw1, ity tm\11 is survived by three children. in western Alab.una. Should be interested in community The Rev. CharlesF. Schreiner , 85, rector and university minist1y. Large rectory included. emeritus of St. John's Church, Gig Har­ Contact: Mr. Hiram Patrenos bor, WA, died Nov. 25 of a heart attack P.O . Box 446, Livingston , AL 35470 Dr. Schreiner was born in Blades, DE. He [email protected] served in the Marines as a bombardier-navi­ or gator during the 1940s. He graduated from The Rev. William King, Diocese of Alabama Kenyon College and Bexley Hall Divinity School. Ordained deacon and priest in 1950 521 North 20th St., Birmingham, AL 35203 in the Diocese of Delaware, he served as bking@dioala .org canon residen tiary at the Cathedral of St. For more information about St.J ames', contact: www.rlosch.com. John, Wilmington, DE, 1950-51; rector of St. Jam es', Newport, DE, 1951-53; rector of Christ Church, Winnetka, IL, 1953-61; vicar of St. Bede's, Port Orchard, WA, 1973-74; and St. Thomas Episcopal Church rector in Gig Harbor from 1973 to 1985. He was the author of several books, including Windsor, NC two on the Diocese of Olympia In addition, he was the chaplain of the Marine Corps Sup­ port Group in Seattle. Dr. Schreiner is sur­ FULL-TIME RECTOR vived by his wife, Ada; two sons, Page and A community of Christians who are called through prayer and study to worship Steven; a daughter, Leslie Brooke, and seven God , care for others and reach out to the world is searching for an energetic leader grandchildren. to spirituall y guide our growing parish . Our new rector will possess strong preach­ ing, pastoral and organizational skills, a passion for Christian teaching and the abil­ The Rev. DonaldWayne Sower , 81, pas­ ity to relate to all segments of the chur ch and local community . Leadership qualities toral associate at St. Michael's Cathe­ dral, Boise, ID, died Nov. 8. are imperative for our chosen rector as he or she will guide us in achieving our goals Fr. Sower was born in Caldwell, ID. He and vision for St. Thomas . was a graduate of the College of Idaho and Windsor is a charming, northeastern town nestled between the Roanoke and Yale Divinity School. He was ordained in the Diocese of California, as deacon in 1960 and Chowan Rivers , about 40 miles north of Greenville. Windsor is an outdoorsman's priest in 1961. Fr. Sower was vicar of St. paradise offering sailing, hunting and other cultural activities . Windsor is also a Bartholomew's, Livermore, CA, from 1960 to short drive to the Outer Banks! If you have Carolina on your mind, we encourage 1966 before moving to Idaho. In that diocese you to contact us: he was a former member of the standing Search Committee committee, diocesan council and commis­ sion on ministry. He is survived by his wife, St. Thomas Episcopal Church Eileen, and four children. P.O. Box 400, Windsor, NC 27983 Next week ... E-mail: [email protected] Prayer for ChristianUnity

44 T HE LIVING CHURCH · JANUARY 7. 2007 and education projects sponsored by The musi c is enjoyable , the site is the Diocese of the Highveld. According well organized and updat ed regu­ to the stat istics on the site , Kwase­ larly, and Kwase-kwaza.org provides kwaza.org - along with the Highveld an attractive, effect ive online pres­ Anglican Board of Social Responsibility ence for a ministry respo nding and the diocesan Bishop of the High­ directly and responsibly to extraor di­ --- . --- -- __.,.__ veld himself - is directly responsible nary challenges. 0 through this program for food and med­ ical care for hundreds of fantilies, and Richard J. Mammana , J1:, of Stam­ pastoral care for tens of thousands of ford, Conn., is a fr equent contributor MUSICFOR THE HIGHVELD individuals. to THE LIVl NG CHURCH. http://www.kwase-kwaza.org/ Visited Aug. 20, 2006 The 1988 and 1998 Lambeth Confer­ ences both passed urgently worded res­ olutions on lilV / AIDS, calling on the member churches of the Anglican Com­ munion to develop local strategies to prevent the spread of the disease and to attend to the pastoral needs of those mus~ whose lives are impacted in any way by Start the new year with reflections on hope, it. The 1988resolution on AIDScalled in hospitality, faith, and life's journey. Introducing particular on "bishops to accept their three revealing books from Morehouse responsibility to witness to Christ's Publishing and Seabury Books. compassion and care in response to this crisis." A Wing and a Prayer: A Message of Faith and The Diocese of the Highveld, located Hope. A remarkable first book by Katharine in eastern South Africa, has taken these Jefferts Schori, Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal directives to heart in developing a pro­ Church explores , issues and challenges of deep concern to the Church and world at large. gram known as Music for the Highveld. Morehouse Publishing 978-0-8192-2271-8 $15.00 (1n rural parts of the diocese, lilV / AIDS infection rates have reached 56 per­ Urban Iona: Celtic Hospitality in the City cent.) Kwase-kwaza.org is the online Reminiscent of the writings of Frank Mccourt ; presence of Music for the Highveld, first-person account of author Kurt Neilson 's which raises money for the diocesan pilgrimage to Iona and Ireland and his resulting commission on IIlV/AlDS through con­ efforts to live out Celtic Christianity in his own life and that of the urban parish he serves. certs in England and Africa and the sale Morehouse Publishing 978-0-8192-2234-3 $14.95 of CDs. (Kwase kwaza means "the dawn has come" in Zulu.) The site Just Passing Through: Notes from a Sojourner includes video intervi ews of people Fans of Margaret Guenther will welcome this involved in this ministry, as well as sam­ salty, wise collection of autobiographical ples of the CDs in .mp3 format, ordering reflections on her life journey. infom1ation, and detailed documenta­ Seabury Books 978-1-59627 -050-3 $14.00 Just Passing Through tion of the diocese's activities in To purchase these books , visit your local bookseller. IIlV/AIDS-related programs. Or order directly: An in1portant focus of this ministry is Morehouse Publishing support for orphans and what it calls (800) 877-0012 www.morehousepublishing.org "child-headed households" in Anglican parishes . For this group of very young Church Publishing and Seabury Books (800) 242-1918 www.churchpublishing.org people affected by the pandemic, the website provides an accountable , trans­ parent and informative introduction to a source of funding for food aid, assis­ tance in purchasing school uniforms, teacher training , and other esse ntial Church PublishingInc. resources. Morehouse Publishing + Church Publishing + Seabury Books + Living the Good News The site also details home-based care 445 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10016

JANUARY 7. 2007 · T HE LIVI NG CH URC H 4S Christ Church Episcopal THE LIVINGCHURCH Greenville, DE FOUNDATION,INC.

Head of School The Rev. Thomas A. Fraser , Riverside, m. July 2007 Mrs. John M. Hayden , La Crosse, WJS.

Christ Church Christiana Hundred, a large dynamic parish near Wilmington , DE, is The Rt. Rev. Dorsey F. Henderson, Jr., seeking a dedicated, child-loving leader to lead our new preschool. In September 2006, we welcomed 81 children ages 18 months to 5 years into morning, half-day Columbia, S.C. and all-day programs. The Rt. Rev. Bertram N. Herlong , Christ Church is located on a lovely 22-acre campus set apart from the business of Wilmington. We have a unique space, which includes a beautiful children's Nashville, Tenn. chapel and ample classroom space. We have a vision of a school that is an integral part of our parish, which pro­ The Rev. Jay C. James , Raleigh, N.C. motes a sense of continuity between church, school and family, and where chil­ David A Kalvelage , Pewaukee, WJS. dren are honored and nurtured in the Episcopal tradition. A competitive com­ pensation package is offered. David H. Keller , Greenville, S.C. Maryann D. Younger, Board Chair Christ Church Episcopal Preschool The Rev. St.even J. Kelly , Detroit, Mich. P.O Box 3510, Greenville, DE 19807 The Very Rev. Gary W. Kriss, Ph: (302) 655 3379 x238 Fax: 302 655 2259 Web site: www.christchurchde.org/preschool Albuquerque, N.M. E-mail: [email protected] Philip W. Le Quesne , Boston, Mass. Application deadline is March 1, 2007. Christ Church Episcopal Preschool is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Rt. Rev. Edward Little II,

South Bend, Ind.

Sharon Lundgren , Thylor, Texas Financiallystrong Continuing Care Retirement Community seeks leader with passionfor seniorcare andservices , honesty, integrity, energy, visionand respectfor the organization'svalue s and history. The Rt. Rev. D. Bruce MacPherson , Executivedirector/CEO responsibilities: full operational responsibility , reporting directlyto The House's Boardof Trustees; leadingand developing a staff of 115,many with longtenure; oversight of all Alexandria, La. regulatorycompliance matters ; a visionfor constantimprovement of TheHouse . Requirements:Bachelor's degree in relatedfield ; licensureas a Nursing HomeAdministrator in Richard Mammana, Jr., Stamford, Conn. NewJersey and five or moreyears' experience. Other advanced degrees or certificationsin the field of agingservices are desirable . The Rt. Rev. Steven A Miller , With roots in the Episcopal Church, The Househas a servicehistory datingto the late 1800s. Locatedin northwesternNew Jersey in picturesqueHackettstown -one of Moneymagazine's 100 "Best Milwaukee, WJS. placesto live" in the U.S. in 2005 - The Houseis a full-serviceretirement community with a stellar reputationfor care and services. Celebratingits 125th year in 2007, The Houseunderwent a major Daniel Muth, Prince Frederick, Md. upgradeand e xpansionof its riversidelocation four yearsago. While The Housemaintains close ties with the EpiscopalChurch , residents havea varietyof Thomas Riley , Vienna, Va. religious, cultural and geographicalbackgrounds . The Houseconsists of independent living cottages, roomsand apartments, assistedliving units and a licensedskilled nursing unit. Specializedservices Miss August.a D. Roddis, Marshfield,WJS . includesub-acute care and a therapydepartment. Compensationand benefitsare commensurate wi th experienceand qualifications . Miriam K. St.auff, Toapply, send resumes to: TheReverend Canon George Bowen , Presidentof the Boardof Trustees Wauwatosa, WJS. 308 RiverOaks Drive , Rutherford, NJ 07070 En; ATTN: GeorgeBowen 973 762-9213 fmait [email protected] The Rt. Rev. Jeffrey N. Steenson ,

\ \\ .\,THE HOUSE OF THE Albuquerque, N.M. GOOD SHEPHERD \ i Howard M. 'Ilschler, Albuquerque, N.M. 'iJ' HF.TIRfM["T COMm NI rY 6'e/e-6rai-u19OlU' /2Sth :!/em• Shirleen S. Wait, 798 Willow Grove Street , Hackettstown , NJ 07840 www.hotgs .org Atlantic Beach, Fla. Equal Opportunity Employer

46 THE LIVIN G CHUR CH · JANUARY 7. 2007 ■ Controlling Church Energy Costs

(Continued from page 25) Mr. Groth recommends checking Bishop's Ranch in Healdsburg , Calif., not every energy strategy is ideal in all with local energy utilities to see if they took this approach to minimize the parts of the country. offer assistance and financial incentives need for fossil fuel consumption. Wm­ St. Elizabeth's Roman Catholic for upgrading. dows were placed to maximize expo­ Church in Wyandotte, Mich., which like "Your utility may have programs to sure to natural light, and the building is St. John's is a member congregation of help with window replacem ents, set on a hillside to take advantage of the ecumenical group Michigan Inter­ weather stripping, insulation, light bulb natural convection for cooling. faith Power and Light, recently under­ repla cement , motion sensing light When considering efficiency options, took a number of renovations in the switches, higher efficiency furnaces planners should take into account that interest of energy savings and sustain- and water heaters, and HVAC control (Continued on next page) systems that allow you to time your energy use," he said. "Another strategy includes purchasing natural gas at aus­ picious times and as part of a joint pur­ chasing agreement with others ." Fr. Monson said, "The uncertainty of energy rates is the biggest challenge we ii~~~~ face. Fortunately, we have a locally man­ THE SCHOOLOF THEOLOGY agedmunicipal utility that is able to lock­ in prices well in advance of the heating and cooling seasons. They also are very FACULTY POSITION IN ETHICS AND THEOLOGY willing to share proposed utility rates with us and work with us to help esti­ The School of Theology of the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee, mate our probable energy usage and sea­ an accredited seminary of the Episcopal Church, invites applications for a full­ sonal costs. This is a great help in time position in Christian Ethics and Theology to begin in July 2007. The budgeting." University provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and appli­ Locating a new church in an area cants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment served by public transportation also has because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, long-term potential for energy savings, veteran's status, or religion (except for those positions in the School of Theology Mr. Groth noted . Location was a con­ and the chaplain's office where religious affiliation is a necessary qualification). sideration for St. Francis-in-the-Red­ Responsibilities will include teaching required and elective courses in Christian woods Episcopal Church as the parish ethics and moral and systematic theology for the M.Div. and M.A. degrees, with constructed its new building in Willits, participation in other degree and lifetime education programs. The position also Calif. Rather than relocating to a lot on brings with it the range of engagement in the worship, work, and witness of the the outskirts of town that would have seminary community that accompanies faculty ministry. Courses in ethics and offered plenty of parking space , the theology at Sewanee seek to give an account of Christian faith and the ethos congregation chose to build its new, and mission of the church in thoughtful interaction with Scripture and tradition environmentally friendly facility adja­ on one hand and, on the other hand, with the cultural situations of the modern cent to its centrally located existing world. The successful candidate will demonstrate commitment to preparation building so that it could continu e to for parish ministry. serve the community most effectively. Qualifications for the position include demonstrated professional competence Congregations that are planning new in teaching theology and active commitment to the mission of the church. facilities can tak e advantage of the Preference will be given to candidates who have a Ph.D. or Th.D., thorough most opportunities to apply sustainable knowledge of and training in ethics, moral or systematic theology, Christian design strategies , Mr. Groth said. social ethics, and experience in teaching in those fields. A knowledge of and "These include configuring the build­ appreciation for Anglican tradition is expected. ing to gather and store solar energy dur­ This is a tenure track appointment. Applications from Anglicans and members ing cooler months while shedding of ecumenical partners of the Episcopal Church are encouraged. Salary and radiant energy and maximizing natural rank will depend on experience and qualifications. A letter of application, a full ventilation when the weather is hot," he curriculum vitae, a writing sample, and three letters of reference should be said. "As energy costs rise , clients are received by March 1, 2007. Letters of reference should be sent directly to the embracing sustainable design prin ci­ person named below. ples, many of which are more easily Send letter of nomination or application to: The Rev. Dr. Donald S. adopted during new construction." Armentrout, School of Theology, University of the South, 335 Tennessee The William and Mary Swing Hospi­ Avenue, Sewanee, TN 37383-0001. tality Pavilion at the Diocese of Califor­ nia's retreat and conference center ,

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Solar panels and a rooftop turbine help St. Elizabeth's Roman Catholic Church reduce its annual And best of all, energy bills by $20,000. (St. Elizabeth "s Church photo) we'll send (Continued from previous page) Michalski of the Church Insurance THE lMNG CHURCH ability. Some were as simple as replac­ Agency Corporation. directly to you ing light bulbs; other changes were "Open the refrigerator and freezer every week. more dramati c: changing boilers , and check the contents," he suggests. installing wind turbines , and placing "Churches typically require a refrigera­ Order with MCNIS solar panels above the church entrance . tion unit only during planned events; Toll-free at 1-800 But while some of these investments turning the appliance off and restoring 211-2771 or by s may seem daunting at first, the results power prior to planned usage will below. Foreign rate are impressive. The more than 100 greatly reduce the unit's energy con­ Michigan Interfaith Power and Light sumption. Is this appliance being used member churches are saving $81,000a 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to cool year on their utility bills. ajar of mayonnaise?" Congregations that join the group "We started with small, quick pay­ receive a number of benefits, starting back projects," Ms. Lyons Bricker said. with a low-cost energy audit of the "When these beginning projects are physical plant. According to the organi­ fully implemented and we see savings, zation, this audit provides "the baseline our committee will request funding information to develop a strategic from the vestry for bigger projects. energy plan for your facility for the next Anyone can afford the initial energy year to five years." A technical expert is saving measures we have done." 0 Name available to help the congregation inter­ pret the results and implement changes. For More Information Address Member churches can purchase energy-saving systems at 30 percent off J. H. Batten. Inc. 336-595-891 7 retail cost, and by participating in a cus­ www.jhbatten.com City tomer electric choice program, congre­ gations can save 15 percent on their Energy Star State ------~ Zip __ _ electric bill. The organization even Joint program of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Depart­ PhoneL.J ______offers an energy education event at churches, where parishioners can learn ment of Energy. Email ______how to help the church save money, 888-782-7937 www.energystar.gov/congregations Make checks payable to: and cut their own energy costs by mak­ ing their homes more energy efficient. Groth Design Group The Living Church Foundation Electricity usage at St. John's is now 262-377-8001 P.O. Box 514036 "on a steady downward trend," Ms. www.gdg-architects.org Milwaukee, WI 53203-3436 Lyons Bricker said. "The next project National Association of Church Design we aim to tackle is to tighten up the Builders building envelope and reduce our natu­ 817-200-2622 ral gas usage. Some of our 'wants' for www.nacdb.org the near future are to insulate the ceil­ The Regeneration Project ings, retrofit the old windows, and learn Includes informat ion abou: state lnter­ to use the boiler system more effi­ faitr1 Power and Light chapters ciently." 415-561-4891 Even little things can add up, says Mr. www. theregenerat 1onproIect .org

48 THE LIVIN G CHURCH · JANUARY 7, 2007 CLASSIFIEDS

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CLERGY SPOUSE NEWSLETTER: For more infor­ CATHEDRAL DEAN: Gethsemane Cathedral in Fargo, FULL-TIME RECTOR: SL James Episcopal Church, mation contact: [email protected]. ND, seeks a new dean of the Cathedral with at least eight Mesilla Park (Las Cruces), NM. St. James Church is years of experienced ministry. Gethsemane is a program­ seeking a full-time rector to lead our parish. Our parish sized church with a diversified membership located in a is centered on Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, and stand growing Midwestern community renowned for its excellent together in seeing the Bible as God's Word written. We BOOKS quality of life. seek an orthodox, experienced, spirit-led, energetic rector Gethsemane was established in 1875. The original Cathe­ for our parish of approximately 400 baptized members to ANGLICAN THEOLOGICAL BOOKS: Scholarly, dral was on the National Register of Historic Places. This further develop our existing programs and our family / out-of-print. Request catalog. The Anglican Bibliopole, fine old house of worship, one of the few "wooden" cathe­ youth ministries. St. James holds two services each Sun­ 858 Church St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866-8615. PH: drals in the world, was destroyed by fire in 1989. Our day (Rite 1 8am and Rite II 10:30am) for a combined (518) 587-7470. E-mail: [email protected]. Visit "new" Cathedral, built in a rapidly growing area of south­ attendance of about 200 plus a smaller Wednesday morn­ www.anglicanbooks.klink.net. western Fargo, was designed by world-renowned architect ing (10am) service. The parish is united theologically and Charles Moore to reflect our agricultural heritage, subtly sound financially . St. James is located adjacent to the evoking the image of a grain elevator and a prairie town. In New Mexico State University campus, which has histori­ addition to its dean, Gethsemane is served by four locally cally been very involved with the parish. A summary pro­ CHURCH FURNISHINGS ordained priests and a deacon. file of the parish is available on request. Please contact Simply stated, Gethsemane's mission is "Inviting people to the search committee chair: Jim Libhin, 2081 Desert FLAGS AND BANNERS: Custom designed Episcopal experience a transforming relationship with Jesus Christ." Willow Court, Las Cruces, NM 88011-4990. flags and banners by Festival Flags in Richmond,Virginia. Gethsemane has a strong foundation of growth and varied E-mail: [email protected]. Please contact us by phone at 800-233-5247 or by E-mail programming and seeks a dean to continue this positive at [email protected]. momentum. To learn more about this position , Gethsemane and the CATHEDRAL DEAN: The Cathedral Church of SL John in Albuquerque, NM, seeks a priest with a strong TRADITONALGOTHIC chapel chairs. Officiant chairs Fargo community , please be sure to visit our website at www.gethsemanecathedral.org. personal faith in Jesus Christ, who has energy, vision, and for modern churches. Custom crosses, altars, hymn a willingness to make a long-term commitment as dean Interested parties should send a detailed cover letter and boards, furniture, cabinets. OLDCRAFT WOOD­ and rector. The new dean will be responsible for working WORKERS, Sewanee, TN 37375 Ph: (931) 598-0208. resume to: Richard P. Anderson, Chairman, Gethse­ mane Cathedral Search Committee, P.O. Box 10306, with the Bishop of the Diocese of the Rio Grande to forge E-mail: [email protected] an expanded ministry as the mother church of a diocese Fargo, ND 58106. E-mail inquiries are welcome at: that reaches into two states. As rector of the cathedral [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed immediately upon receipt. Applications accepted parish s/he will be responsible for the leadership and care of a large and diverse urban parish. The strengths of the through Januaiy 22 2007. MUSIC POSITIONS cathedral parish include beautiful liturgy in the English cathedral tradition, offered in a splendid church building FULL-TIME DIRECTOR OF PASTORAL SER­ and supported by a dynamic music program ; extensive FULL-TIME ORGANIST & CHOIRMASTER: Trin­ VICES : Internationally recognized for excellence in outreach among our downtown neighbors ; and a multi-use ity Episcopal Church, Southport, CT, seeks a full-time addiction treatment Caron Treatment Centers, Wern­ facility where a variety of organizations are welcomed by organist and choirmaster for September, 2007. Trinity has ersville, PA, is seeking a new director of pastoral services. the parish. The challenges that face us include the revital­ a much appreciated musical tradition with strong adult Caron Treatment Centers embraces the 12-step program ization of the ministry of Christian education for all ages, and children's choirs, as well as a community chorale. We of recovery from alcoholism and drug addiction. The 12- growth in stewardship , and the updating of beautiful but require an organist and choirmaster with energy, focus, step program promotes spiritual development. Spiritual­ creativity and vision to develop the existing program. aging facilities. ity takes on a unique and special mission at Caron. Our Further information about the cathedral and the position of Trinity is a healthy , growing, program-sized parish with nondenominational Sunday chapel service combines the dean and rector is available online at: www.stjohnsabq.org. 330 families and a budget of$925,000. In addition to reg­ best elements from recovery fellowships with liturgical Nominations and letters of interest from potential candidates ularly scheduled services and holy days, the incumbent principles to produce a multi-denominational experience must be accompanied by a current resume and the names will plan, rehearse, play and conduct funerals, weddings , of caring and sharing. In this key position , you will and contact information of no fewer than three references , and the Trinity Chorale and Orchestra concerts. Other ensure quality pastoral services are provided by supervis­ including a bishop, a priest, and a layperson, as well as any special events include the Christmas pageant , Mardi Gras ing pastoral staff and participating in direct care services. other pertinent information the nominator or potential can­ party and adult and children's musicals . Possible housing More specifically, you will provide spiritual guidance and didate may wish to provide. Send to: The Cathedral Chap­ for candidates with two or fewer dependents. Compensa­ assistance to staff, patients, or families of patients, deliver ter, c/o The Diocese of the Rio Grande, 4304 Carlisle tion, with housing included, meets AGO standards. Sub­ lectures, provide 5th step services, coordinate related Blvd. N.E., Albuquerque, NM 87107-4811. mit CV and cover-letter to Whitney Biggs, Chairperson, renewal weekends , accept public speaking engagements , Music Search Committee, Trinity Church, P.O. Box participate in Sunday services. 400, Southport, CT 06890. Please visit Trinity's website We offer an excellent benefits package and competitive VISIONARY SPIRITUAL LEADER: St. Christopher at www.trinitysouthport.org to obtain specific informa­ salary including relocation assistance. Please send your Camp and Conference Center announces the opening for a tion concerning the parish, this position , the organ and the resume to: Caron Treatment Centers, Attn: HR, PO new Visionary Spiritual Leader to oversee all facets of the music program. Box 150, Galen Hall Road, Wernersville, PA 19565. ministry. Included in this role are maintaining and promot­ Fax: (610) 678-8583. Email: [email protected] or ing relationships within the diocese , overseeing 60+ staff apply online at www.caron.org. members, summer camp ministry, Barrier Island Environ­ mental Education Program, and the conference center. The POSITIONS OFFERED search committee welcomes interested persons to inquire by FULL-TIME RECTOR: The Episcopal Church of the emailing Shay Gaillard at [email protected]. FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE RECTOR: Christ Church, Ascension in Seneca, SC, is looking for a new rector to Grosse Pointe, MI, seeks a priest with gifts for ministry in help us fulfill our mission: "Disciples of Christ, called to serve neighbors near and far." We are interested in a rec­ the following areas: parish life, Christian formation , new FULL-TIME ASSISTANT TO THE RECTOR: Christ tor who has strong communication skills and who will member i □ corporation and evangelism. Excellent preach­ Church, Charlottesville, VA. Seeking a Biblically ortho­ inspire us through sermons , classes and other educational ing skills, excitement for worship, and a compassion for dox priest with strong liturgical background who is pas­ opportunities. Our vibrant congregation is committed to persons of all ages are qualities we desire. This priest will torally gifted and experienced with young adult, community outreach, and we have a dedicated lay min­ participate fully in all areas of pastoral care and worship. children's, and small-group ministries. istry. We are sponsoring one seminarian and have two Christ Church is a resource-sized parish continually grow­ Full job description at: www.christchurchinfo.org. more persons in the discernment process. We are a finan­ ing with outstanding resources and facilities. Come and Resumes to: [email protected]. join a newly developed team of committed persons who cially sound congregation that has a balanced budget and are excited about their vocations and the beautiful sur­ meets all commitments including the diocesan pledge . roundings in which they do their work. A beautiful 4-bed­ We are located in the golden comer of South Carolina that room house is provided along with very competitive enjoys moderate year-round climate, magnificent lakes, salary and benefits. Women are particularly encouraged to beautiful mountain views, and a moderate cost of living. apply. Position is available January I, 2007, and will be Our parish is in the Diocese of Upper South Carolina. To filled upon finding appropriate candidate. Please send read our parish profile, go to www.ascension-seneca.org. a resume with references and any other helpful informa­ For further information contact Canon to the Ordinary: tion to the rector, the Rev. Brad Whitaker at The Rev. Mark Clevenger, Diocesan House, 1115 Mar­ [email protected] Phone: (313) 885- ion Street, Columbia, SC 29201, Ph: (803) 771-7800. 4841, ext. 106. Website: www.christchnrchgp.org E-mail: [email protected].

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FULL-TIME RECTOR: St James', Prospect Park, PART-TIME RECTOR: For 100-yr.-old, 70-member DIRECTOR OF YOUTH AND FAMILY MINISTRY: PA, celebrating our centennial this year, is seeking a rec­ SL Simeon's-by-the Sea, North Wildwood, Cape May Are you tired of church as usual? Looking for something tor to lead us in expanding our small, but totally commit­ County, NJ. Seeking retired, part-time priest to provide new, creative and rewarding? Want to be part of a faith ted parish. St. James· is located approximately 13 miles leadership as we grow and minister to the needs of our community that is growing and focused on mission? The from Philadelphia in suburban Delaware County. We are community. Spacious rectory, circa early 1900s, 3 blocks role of the director of youth and family ministry at Christ seeking to return to our Anglican Catholic roots and we to the beach, boardwalk and bay. Compensation offered Church, Hudson, OH, is to help individuals develop are a traditional suburban parish with ethnic, economic within allowable limits for retired clergy on pension. For stronger, Christ-centered relationships with their families, and age diversity. We seek a Spirit-led, energetic rector to information, please contact Ms. Cecilia Alvarez, Diocese with God and with the church, to develop a strong and enhance our existing programs and provide new of New Jersey, (609) 394-5281 ext 22, or E-mail: vital church family, and to generate opportunities for spir­ approaches in developing a youth program. Interested [email protected]. itual development for all ages, with a special focus on parties may send a copy of their resume and C.D.O. form youth and young adults. We are looking for a team player to: Mr. James Cheezum, Chair of Discernment, St. to join an energetic and motivated staff. A sense of humor James' Episcopal Church, P. 0. Box 64, Prospect Park, SEMINARY POSITIONS and entrepreneurial spirit is a must. Competitive salary PA 19076, or via e-mail to [email protected]. Upon and benefits. For a complete job description, please visit receipt we will send you our parish profile. PROFESSOR OF CHURCH IDSTORY: Trinity School our website: www.christchurchhudson.org. Send for Ministry, Ambridge, PA, is seeking a professor to teach resume and expression of interest exclusive]y to courses in Church History with an excellent teaching and [email protected]. FULL-TIME RECTOR: St. Stephen's Episcopal publication record who will fit in with the evangelical Angli­ Church, Whitehall, PA, seeks an energetic priest with can ethos of the seminary. We are seeking an Anglican with CONFERENCE CENTER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: skills in pastoral care, visitation, spiritual development of a doctorate in Church History or Historical Theology who is The James L. Duncan Conference Center, located in adults and youth, stewardship and outreach (local and able to teach a full range of courses in Church History, beautiful Delray Beach, Florida, seeks an experienced, abroad). Opportunities abound for ministry to children including Anglican History and Global Christianity. Appli­ energetic leader for its executive director. The James L. through our day school and for ministry to older adults cants from the non-Western world are encouraged to apply. Conference Center (Duncan Center) is a sanctuary for all, with a nearby adult living facility. We are located in the Send a CV and three recommendations to Rev Dr. Justyn and the executive director must possess the entrepreneurial Lehigh Valley and have easy access to New York City and Terry, Trinity School for Ministry, Ambridge, PA 15003, spirit to manage all aspects of the center's operations to meet Philadelphia. We are a higher, more orthodox, Forward in or at [email protected] by January 27 2007. the goals and objectives approved by the Bishop of South­ Faith-affiliated parish using the Anglican Service Book east Florida and the Board of Directors. The executive and worshiping in a contemporary building. Visit us at: director should be an active Episcopalian and maintain the www.ststephenepiscopal.org. Send cover letter, resume SCHOLARSHIPS Episcopal identity of the Duncan Center while broadening and a list of references to The Venerable Howard SCHOLARSHIP OFFER: Individuals, lay or ordained, and diversifying the cliental served by the center. Stringfellow, The Episcopal Diocese of Bethlehem, 333 studying for vocations in the ministry of the Episcopal Interested persons should send their resumes to Sylvia Wyandotte St., Bethlehem, PA 18015. Church or larger Anglican Communion, may apply for the Pecaro at [email protected] by January 15, 2007. Holy Trinity Centennial Scholarship. For application For more information regarding the Duncan Center, please FULL-TIME RECTOR: St Peter's Episcopal Church, forms write Scholarship Selection Committee, Holy visit our website at www.duncancenter.org. Washington, NC. A program-sized parish in a historic Trinity Parish, 515 E. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur, (1776) river town on the Inner Banks of North Carolina. GA 30030 or E-mail: [email protected], or from FULL-TIME RECTOR: Bainbridge Island, WA. SL Excellent quality of life, good schools, many water sports, www.htparish.com (select "forms). Completed applica­ Barnabas' Episcopal Church, located on Bainbridge good local hospital. Twenty miles from East Carolina Uni­ tions must be received by March 31, 2007. Island, WA (35 minutes by ferry from downtown Seattle), versity and Medical Center. Multi-generational church, is seeking a full time rector to work with our growing con­ major additions and renovations to historic building in gregation in carrying out an ambitious ministry within and past 2 years. Looking for rector with strong skills in TESTIMONIALS outside our parish community. We seek an inspiring preaching and liturgy, pastoral care, education and forma­ homilist with a love of music (new pipe organ just tion, stewardship and leadership development. Visit our SPECIAL REQUEST: Bishop JAMES A. PIKE was at installed), who is respectful of traditional forms of Epis­ website for profile: www.saintpetersnc.org. Contact: Ed one time among the most interesting characters in the copal worship and approachable by all members of the Hodges (Search Chair), 101 E. Tenth St., Washington, Episcopal Church. Those of us who knew him are now congregation from young families to seniors. A parish NC 27889 or E-mail: [email protected]. getting on in age. Can you help preserve his memory? If profile is available (see www.stbbi.org). Please e-mail you have an anecdote , a vignette , a story of an encounter resume to [email protected] or mail to: Ken Fox, FULL-TIME VICAR: The Diocese of the Rio Grande with him, please send it. If anything is published and your Call Committee, 14100 Madison Ave. NE, Bainbridge seeks a vicar for a seven-year-old mission plant in the city story is included, you will be credited. We expect no Island, WA 98110. of Albuquerque, NM. The mission is hoping to break profit, but in the event of a miracle proceeds will be given ground for a new worship facility in the next calendar to Episcopal Relief & Development. Reply: The Rev. William 8. Easter, 594 East Lake Dr, SE, Rio Rancho, FULL-TIME RECTOR: Emmanuel Church, Chester­ year, with diocesan support. Candidates should be inter­ NM 87124, or E-mail: [email protected]. town, MD, is seeking a new rector. Emmanuel is an active ested in a biblically faithful congregation, be comfortable parish of about 400 communicants situated in a beautiful with an active healing ministry, be capable of guiding the historic college town on Maryland's Eastern Shore construction of a new church structure with a 300-seat VACATION PROPERTY approximately 1.5 hours from Washington. Baltimore and nave, and be supportive of the Bishop of the Rio Grande's Philadelphia . Spiritual life and worship are core values of Windsor-compliant commitment. Please send information MAKE RESERVATIONS EARLY! Beautiful Oceanfront our parish and are supported by a wonderful music pro­ including salary requirements to The Rev. Harold Trott, Condo with many amenities, Atlantic Beach, NC. gram. We are seeking a rector with strong spiritual, litur­ Diocese of the Rio Grande, 4304 Carlisle Blvd. NE, Discount: Episcopal clergy, vestrypersons, and staff. Call gical and preaching skills to lead our church in its efforts Albuquerque, NM 87107-4811. MicheUe: (252) 247-5150 Mention Code 224SV for details. to maintain its present active programs and lead us into the future as we grow and change. Please visit our website at www.rlk.net/emmanuel and contact us at: Search Committee, Emmanuel Church, P.O. Box 113, WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP Chestertown, MD 21620.

PART-TIME RECTOR: St Paul's Episcopal, Brookings, OUR MINISTRY? SD. Parish of 40-t families in university community, with strong lay ministry and values, Anglican traditions and adult Please consider a gift to the LIVING CHURCHFUND. No gift is too large or education. Small classes of youth; kindergarten to Canter­ bury Club. Parish goals are: growth. lay ministry develop­ too small. All gifts are tax-deductible. Consider gifts of stock as well. ment, and pastoral care. Bi-vocational opportunities at South Dakota State University (www3.sdstate.edu) possible. Rec­ This provides a tax deduction for the current value of stock, and enables tor's compensation includes rectory adjacent to historic the contributor to avoid paying capital gains tax on the sale. church and pension contributions. Contact: The Rev. Canon Karen Hall, ODO, South Dakota, PH: (605) 338-9751, or E-mail: [email protected] by Jan­ FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASECALL uary 15, 2007. For more information , visit: www.swiftel.net/---spaulep/. OUR BUSINESSOFFICE AT 414-276-5420, EXT.17.

50 THE LIVING CHURCH· JANUARY7. 2007 AVERY, CA (Calaveras Big Trees) NEW ORLEANS, LA ASHEVILLE, NC ST. CLARE OF ASSISI Hwy. 4 CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL (504) 895-6602 CATHEDRAL OF ALL SOULS (Biltmore Village) The Rev. Martin Leonard Bowman, v (209) 754-5381 2919 St. Charles Ave. 3 Angle St (828) 27 4-2681 Sun MP (Sung) w/High Mass 9 On the stree1 car line at the comer of 6th St www.allsoulscathedral .org Please join us for our bicentennial events Sun H Eu 8, 9, 11 :15. Wed noon , 5:45; Tues EP 5:30 LAKE WORTH, FL Website: www.cccnola.org ST. ANDREW'S 100 North Palmway (561) 582-6609 The Very Rev. David duPlantier, dean PHILADELPHIA, PA www.standrewslw.net www.lntegrltyPalmBeach.org Sun Mass 7:30 (1928), 10:30 (Choral H Eu), 8 (Arte 11).Daily S.CLEMENTS Shrine of Our lady of Clemency The Rev. Paul A. Rasmus, p-i-c ; the Rev. B. Pabicia Mas­ Mass: M-F 12:15, Sat 9:30 20th and Cherry Sts. (215) 563-1878 tennan, d; the Rev. Canon Richard T. Nolan, Ph.D., rel. p-i-r Website: www.s-clernents .org Sun. H Eu 7:30 & 1O; Wed. H Eu & H 1O; Sat. 6 (variety of tra­ Canon W. Gordon Reid, r; the Rev, Richard Wall, c BOSTON, MA Sun Mass 8 & 11 (High); Malins 7:30; Sol Vespers, Novena ditional 1979 BCP services) Handicapped accessible THE CHURCH OF THE ADVENT & B 4 (June thru Sept; 8 & 10 (High); Daily: Low Mass: Tues , 30 Brimmer Street 02108 (617) 523-2377 Wed & Fri 7, Mon & Thurs 12:10, Sat 10; Ev & Novena 5:30; STUART, FL www .theadvent.org Email: [email protected] Sun C 10-10:45 & by appt. ST. MARY'S 623 E. Ocean Blvd. (772) 287-3244 The Rev.Allan B. WarrenIll , r, the Rev. Patrick T. Gray; Eric The Rev. Thomas T. Pittenger, r; the Rev. David Fran­ Hillegas, pastoral assistant for youth coeur , assoc r; the Rev. Holly Ostlund, asst r; the Rev. Sun MP 7:30, Ch S, 10:15; Masses 8, 9, 11:15 (Sol High); Mon­ SELINSGROVE, PA Jonathan Coffey, the Rev. Canon Richard Hardman, the Fri, MP 9; Mass 12:15 (except WeSAN ANTONIO, TX Onstott, c ST. PAUL'S CHURCH AND SCHOOL (210) 226-0345 parochial vicar Sun H Eu 8:30 (Sung), 11 (ChoraQ,Christian Ed 10. Sun Eu 9,10:45 & 5:30. Wkdy Eu Tues 7, Wed 7, Fri 10:30. Inclusive and Affirming AngHcan Catholicism since 1883 Sacrament of Reconciliation 1st Sat 4-4:30 & by appt, NC 1018 E Grayson St., Government Hill Website: www.stpauls-satx .org INDIANAPOLIS, IN NEW YORK, NY The Rev. Doug Earte, r; Dr. Thomas Lee, organisVchoir­ CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL (317) 836-4577 ST. BARTHOLOMEW'S Park Ave. and 51st St master; Kay Karcher Mijangos , school headmistress 125 Monument Circle, Downtown www.cccindy.org www.stbarts.org (212) 378-0200 Sun Mass 8 (Low) & 10:30 (Sung), Ev & B as anno, The Very Rev. Gary Goldacker, interim dean and rector Sun Eu 8, 9 Cho Eu 11, Cho Ev 5, "Co me as you are" Eu 7. Wed Eu & HU 10:30; C by Appt ., HD as anno Mon-Fri MP 8, Eu 12.1>5,EP 5:30; Thurs Cho Eu 6; Sat MP Sun H Eu 8, 9 & 11 (English); 1 (Spanish) Christian Formation 10 & Eu 10. Church open 365 days 8~ (Sun 8-9) . For tours call Service times Septemberto mid-May. Wkday service onine. EAU CLAIRE, WI 378-0265 . Cale open for breakfast, lunch & dinner Sun-Fri. CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL (715) 835-3734 Book & Gilt Shop open daily. LAFAYETTE,LA 510 S. Farwell St. ASCENSION 1030 Johnston St (337) 232-2732 The Very Rev. Bruce N. Gardner, interim dean 1/2 block North of ULL www.ascension1030.org ST. THOMAS 5th Ave & 53rd St Sun H Eu 8 & 10; Sal 6 H Eu Sun H Eu 8, 10:30, 6; Wed H Eu 6; Canterbury Club meets www.saintthomaschurch.org (212) 757 -7013 Sun, gratis supper and H Eu 6 The Rev. Andrew C. Mead, r; John Scott, organist and dir. of music ; the Rev. Charles F. Wallace , headmaster; the MILWAUKEE, WI Rev. Robert H. Stafford, the Rev. Victor Lee Austin, the ALL SAINTS' CATHEDRAL (414) 271-7719 Rev. Jonathan M. Erdman, the Rev. John Andrew , asst. 818 E. Juneau www .asca thedral .org Sun H Eu 8 (Said), 9 (Sung), 11 (Choral), Ev 4 (Choral); M-F MP The Very Rev. George Hilman, dean ,t-f\JRCH.. DIRECTOR. ~0- I< & H Eu 8 & 12:10, EP & Eu 5:30 (Tues,Wed & Thur Choral Even­ Sun Masses 8, 1o (Sung). Daily Mass, MP & EP as posted - song); Sat H Eu 12:10 ,®e denc)tesAM, bold SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE · · ced; ·, A-C, Ante- PARISH OF TRINITY CHURCH GUANAJUATO, MEXICO - _ t; B, Benediction; C, The Rev. Canon James H. Cooper, D. Min., r The Rev. Canon Anne M..UO.- , v ST. PAUL'S Calle dal Cardo 6 52 (415) 152-0387 '\'Cli S, Olurch School; c, curate; cf · (212) 802-oeoo www .stpauls.org.mx [email protected] r ol religiouseducatiQn; ~ . The Venerable Michael R. Long, r; the Rev. Sibylle van t~ , Watch & hear our services and concerts on the Web Dljk, d asst; the Rev. Dean Underwood, r-em www.trinitywallstreetorg ,'.;,,:~v~~~~t-~ \ Sun H Eu 9, H Eu 10:30 (Sung), Wed H Eu LOH 9:30 TRINITY Broadway at Wall Street · 'Hu,~ Unpli(rj;';nstr\1structiori~;In;, Inter­ Sun H Eu 9 & 11:15. Mon-Fri MP 8:15, H Eu 12.'()5,EP 5:15. LUTHERAN , LOH,Laying ' br'i;of~; Lit, Litany; Mat, Open Sun 7-4; Mon-Fri 7-6; Sat 8-4 . ;;i',:~; MP, Morning Prayer; P, Penance; r, rector; r-em, ST. PAUL'S Broadway at Fulton MOJAVE, CA rector emeritus;Ser, Sermon; Soi, Solemn; St~; The Rev. Canon James H. Cooper, D. Min ., r HOPE CHURCH K and Inyo Streets (909) 989-3317 Sun H Eu 8, 10. Mon-Sat Prayer Service 12:30 The Rev. William R. Hampton, STS V, Vespers; v, vicar; YPF,YOLKlg People's~ A/C, Open Sun 7-4; Mon-Sat 10-6 Sun Eu 10:30 air-conditioned;H/A, handicapped accessible. JANUARY 7. 2007 · THE LIVING CHURCH 51 Need to raisefunds?

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