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January 2006 Volume XXXV, No. 1 INTERCHANGE www.episcopal-dso.org news from the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio TO THE WORLD! New musical joy seeks young audience

BY RICHELLE THOMPSON INTERCHANGE EDITOR

Charlie Rath found great success in drawing cus- tomers to Wendy's fast-food chain with classic com- mercials that asked “Where's the Beef?” or featured down-to-earth restaurateur Dave Thomas. But after Rath retired as chief marketing officer at Wendy's International in January 2005, he decided to use his marketing skills for a more urgent task - and target a more difficult audience: to find a way to tell the story of Jesus Christ and the importance of faith in a manner that would appeal to teenagers and young people. “I used to teach these Bible classes and spiritual journey classes, and these kids had zero interest,” says Rath, 69 of Columbus. “Their parents were beat- ing them over the head to be there, and they weren't interested at all … I struggled with what would get them excited about their faith.” Rath, who attends St. Alban's, Bexley, came up ABOVE: Andrea Wright, senior warden of Church of the Epiphany, with the idea of telling the story of Jesus' resurrection Nelsonville, hangs a prayer request on the Prayer Tree sponsored by through the eyes of a skeptical investigative reporter. Epiphany during the Nelsonville Town Centre Christmas. Passersby are He wrote the script and lyrics, then enlisted help from encouraged to take a treat from the tree and leave a prayer request; St. Alban's rector, the Rev. John Johanssen, and other all prayer requests were read during the Christmas Eve service. musicians, actors and directors to compose the music RIGHT: Taylor Wilson is dressed for a Christmas pageant at St. PLEASE SEE MUSICAL, PAGE 6 John's, Town Street, Columbus.

72 YEARS OF MINISTRY Diocese honors two staff members

The Diocese of Southern Ohio bid farewell to two long-serving staff members and offered thanksgiving for their ministry. Ida Riley, executive secretary to Bishop Herbert Thompson Jr., and Mary Williams, senior secretary, retired after a combined 72 years of service to the diocese. Bishop Thompson presented both Ida Riley women with the seal of the diocese and thanked them for their faith- Read reflections ful work that supported the ministry of the diocese. about their Mrs. Riley served for four different bishops: two, Bishop Thompson and retired Bishop Bill Black, attended a retirement banquet in her ministry, Page 7 honor in December. “We are a strong diocese, in large part because of the commitment, service, competency and love of the church offered by Ida Riley over these 42 years,” said Bishop Thompson during the retirement gathering. “I thank you, and the diocese thanks you.” Mrs. Riley said she never intended to work at the diocese for more than four decades. “I've met a lot of wonderful people during my time here,” she said. “The bishops have been great guys … I did not plan to stay this long … We just kept rolling along, and it was good, so I Mary Williams stayed.” REFLECTIONS Bishop: busy, exciting year ahead

Early in December, more than 35 THE RT. REV. assistance, and the Rev. Canon Walt Mycoff and Kay commissions. They also noted that in people from all corners of the diocese help with the Sturm will be devoting more staff time 2005, Southern Ohio had contributed ENNETH gathered at our home for a full day of K L. youth programs to assisting Debby, Jane, Christopher not 0.7%, as requested by General meetings with the New York General PRICE JR. are being and other committee members until Convention, but almost 1.4% of our Convention staff of our church. recruited over June. Since I'll be spending the major- resources toward the United Nation's Coming together were the local plan- and above the ity of my time in the Cincinnati office, Millennium Development goals ning and arrangements committee official volun- the Bishop's Center in Columbus will That same can-do spirit exists with headed by Debby Stokes and the depu- teers. Roger become General Convention Central. our hard-working Standing Committee tation of lay and clergy deputies and Speer and a I'll still be there on Tuesdays, and and Trustees. Our School for Deacons alternates headed by Jon Boss. These design team are Canon Mycoff will be there on has a record number of students, and are the folks who have been elected by preparing for up Thursdays. Fortunately I am now trav- interim, returning, part-time Dean our diocese to officially represent us at to 400 high- eling outside the diocese less as my David McCoy has made some signifi- the convention meeting in Columbus school-age work with the Nominating Committee cant changes. SOLLI is alive and in June. young people for the Presiding Bishop is winding active, and Theologian in Residence During the meeting, the chairs of the who will attend down. We will announce our slate in Frank Wade will be with us four times various sub-committees reported on General late January or early February. in 2006. Speakers already are booked their activities to the newly appointed Convention for Speaking of Nominating for the annual meeting of the bishop Executive Officer of General part of the time. Trinity Church in Committees, at the same time all of with vestries and mission councils in Convention, the Rev. Gregory Straub, Columbus is undergoing a $1.5 million this is going on, our own revived March and for both the spring and fall and Convention General Manager Lori renovation to prepare for its role as an Nominating Committee for Bishop IX Presbyters and Deacons gatherings. In Ionnitiu. Lori has been managing con- extensively used convention gathering of Southern Ohio met in November May, we will ordain an astonishing 10 ventions for decades, while Gregory place, including hosting the election of and is now preparing to solicit more deacons and a large number of priests has been on the job less than six the Presiding Bishop. They are current- names for an expanded list of candi- in June. Our Commission on Ministry months. Both were impressed and ly unable to occupy the nave, but for- dates. Their work will parallel our lets no grass grow under its feet. complimentary of all the hard work tunately renovations at St. Paul's, General Convention preparations, and Procter summer camp planning is going on here in Southern Ohio. Columbus, were completed in early they plan to announce a full slate on underway, with a full schedule on tap It takes a small army to host a December. So Trinity is able to keep July 10. There will then be another for this summer. Three visiting bishops General Convention, and Jane Dupke their full Christmas schedule by hold- period for candidates to be nominated will join me on selected Sundays and Curry is responsible for recruiting ing services at St. Paul's. by petition. Forums will be held with their help and that of Canon Zust more than 1,500 volunteers to staff A key topic coming before General around the diocese in the fall with the and Canon Mycoff, we should be able three shifts each day of the nine-day Convention will be our relationship election at our regular Diocesan to visit every congregation this year. meeting. But just as those at that meet- with the Anglican Communion. Convention in Portsmouth in On my visits thus far, I am finding life ing came from all over -- Columbus, Interest is high on this topic, and to November. The consecration is slated in our congregations lively, positive Cincinnati, Maineville, Nelsonville, that end, I have developed a two-hour for April 28, 2007. And so when and above all, totally mission oriented. Dayton, Springfield, Zanesville, and program on the Episcopal Church and General Convention is over, there will Does all of this sound overwhelm- points north, south, east and west, so the Anglican Communion. I have be little time to take a breather for us in ing? Not from my perspective. I am so too is the need for volunteers to come given this several times around the Southern Ohio as we plunge headlong energized by the prospect of what lies from all over our diocese and from our diocese, and while I am already into preparing to elect our Bishop ahead for us in the next year that my neighboring dioceses. Signing up is booked for several evenings, I wel- Diocesan IX. prayers of thanksgiving are over- simple. Simply tap into come even more invitations for such In spite of these two major events, whelming. I read with sadness reports www.gc2006.org/volunteers or call the evenings. I take very seriously the we will have a full life of ministry of the disillusionment and consterna- Bishop's Center and talk with Jane or teaching role of the bishop, and I within our diocese. The December tion that seem to be emanating from Christopher Richardson, her new full- believe it is essential that dialogue on meeting of Diocesan Council was one some dioceses, parishes and quarters of time General Convention assistant. this topic be ongoing. of the busiest and most upbeat I have our church. Thank God the spirit here Our diocese has generously con- With my personal change in duties seen in years. The newly elected mem- is so different. Praise God for the tributed $150,000 to help underwrite as Bishop in Southern Ohio plus my bers blended with the continuing ones Diocese of Southern Ohio. local needs, and more funds are being national responsibilities as the secre- and eagerly accepted an expanded raised through contributions. People tary of the House of Bishops, my direct leadership role over the next year, Bishop Price is the Bishop in willing to offer local hospitality, lan- involvement with our local planning including undertaking a comprehen- Southern Ohio. Contact him at guage interpretation, transportation group is now limited. Consequently, sive review of our committees and [email protected]. All Saints celebrates new building All Saints, New Albany, held their first service in their new building on Dec. 11. Bishop Herbert Thompson Jr. dedicated the building the following Sunday. The Rev. Rick McCracken-Bennet writes, “We opened to rave reviews with 261 in attendance! The children did their pageant, the choir sang, the music team led the singing. We maxed out the space on our first Sunday!! What's next? A second service???!?!?” All Saints also received the Best New Building award for 2005 from the New Albany Chamber of Commerce. The plaque reads, “Your devotion to faith building and improving the quality of lives in this area is reflective in the pride and community spirit that produced this beautiful worship facility.” Congratulations!

2 NEWS SEARCH FOR Timeline for the Election The Episcopal of the Ninth Bishop Church BISHOP IX of Southern Ohio In the Anglican Communion A global community of 70 million Anglicans in more November 2003: Bishop Thompson calls than 160 countries Nominating for the election of the Ninth Bishop of The Most Rev. and Rt. Hon. Southern Ohio. Selection for Nominating Rowan Williams Committee begins. Archbishop of Canterbury January 2004: Nominating Committee In the United States Committee meets for the first time. Mike Krug is chair. A community of more than 2.4 million Episcopalians in 114 dioceses in the Americas February 2004-January 2005: and abroad. Nominating Committee develops profile of The Most. Rev. Frank T. gears up for the diocese, receives recommendations and Griswold III interview nominees. Presiding Bishop The Standing Committee In the Diocese of Southern Ohio January 2005: A community of nearly 30,000 announces three nominees for bishop. They Episcopalians in 40 counties. second round are: The Rt. Rev. Kenneth L. Price Jr. ■ The Very Rev. Stephen Bancroft, dean of Bishop in Southern Ohio BY PAT ELLERTSON the Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Detroit, INTERCHANGE CONTRIBUTOR Mich. ■ The Rev. Anne B. Bonnyman, rector of The Nominating Committee for the 9th Bishop of the Diocese of Trinity Episcopal Church, Wilmington, Del. Interchange ■ (USPS 020-933) Southern Ohio began its second round of work in early November The Rev. Stephen Hoff Wendfeldt, rector The official publication of the 2005 with an organizational retreat and a welcome for its new mem- of St. Peter's Church, Del Mar, Calif. Episcopal Diocese of The petition process begins. Southern Ohio bers. Several committee members who had been in the original covers news, features and opinions process were unable to continue because of prior commitments, but March 2005: The House of Bishops agree about the congregations and the new members, the Rev. John Johannsen, Molly Russell and Lisa to “A Covenant Statement,”in which they programs of the diocese, the Wharton, quickly moved into the committee's work. Episcopal Church and the Anglican pledge to withhold consent to the election Communion. Continuing members of the Nominating Committee are the Rev. of any person elected to the episcopate www.episcopal-dso.org David Allardyce, the Rev. Dcn. Top Borden, Marsha Calloway, Ericka until the 2006 General Convention. Clifton, the Rev. Steve Cuff, Pat Ellertson, the Rev. Michael Jupin, the Richelle Thompson Rev. Canon Bill Scrivener, Mary Slenski, Vicki Smith and Mike April 2005: The Standing Committee Director of Communications, Editor Wernick. Mike Krug continues as chair, and the Rev. Gay Jennings announces the Rev. Canon George Hill as a petition nominee for bishop. A second peti- Julie Murray continues as consultant. tion nominee withdraws his name. Copy editor The major change in this process is its length. When the committee Mailing list manager began its work in January 2004, there was a 13-month timeline. This May 2005: The Rev. Anne B. Bonnyman with- second time around, the timeline shrinks to nine months, November Amy Svihlik draws her name from consideration. Designer 2005 to July 2006. The shorter timeline is workable because the previous surveys, June 2005: The 130th Convention recon- Interchange encourages the focus groups and profile need only minor updating. The processes venes at Procter Camp & Conference submission of articles and pictures. We reserve the right to select and remain the same, and the task will be easier the second time around. Center. Convention asks Nominating edit material offered for publica- With God's help and the prayers of the diocese, the committee will Committee to re-open the search process tion. All submissions must include complete its work and turn over to the Standing Committee on July for nominees. Convention determines that name, address and phone or E- 10, 2006, a second slate of nominees for the ninth bishop of our dio- the three nominees, Bancroft, Wendfeldt and mail for verification. cese. These persons will join two who were nominated by the com- Hill, will continue to be on the ballot. mittee in the first nominating process and one who was nominated by Convention sets the election for the 9th Interchange is published monthly Bishop of Southern Ohio as Nov. 11, 2006. (except July) by the Episcopal the first petition process. A second petition process will be initiated by Diocese of Southern Ohio, 412 the Standing Committee on July 10, 2006, the same day that the Sycamore St., Cincinnati, OH 45202- Nov. 11, 2005: Diocesan Convention in 4179. Periodical postage paid Nominating Committee announces their nominees. Cincinnati votes to have the Rt. Rev. Kenneth Cincinnati, OH. This newspaper is In early January, the Nominating Committee will solicit recom- L. Price Jr. serve as temporary ecclesiastical sent to all members of Episcopal mendations for the nominees for the 9th Bishop of Southern Ohio. authority, beginning Jan. 1, 2006 until the congregations in the Diocese of Information will be mailed to all households in the diocese. consecration of the 9th bishop. Convention Southern Ohio and is funded by mis- also bids farewell to Bishop Thompson, who sion share payments to the diocesan Recommendations also can be made online at www.episcopal- operating budget. Other subscriptions dso.org, Bishop Search. retires Dec. 31, 2005, after a 17-year epis- are $10 annually. copate. The Nominating Committee will offer periodic progress reports in POSTMASTER: Send address Interchange and online at www.episcopal-dso.org, Bishop Search. January, 2006: Nominating Committee changes to Episcopal Diocese of Pat Ellertson is a member of the nominating committee. sends invitation to all diocesan households Southern Ohio, c/o Interchange and other lay and clergy leaders around the Addresses, 412 Sycamore St., nation to solicit recommendations for nomi- Cincinnati, OH 45202-4179. nees.

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March-July: Nominating Committee screens Send news to: recommendations and conducts interviews Interchange, 412 Sycamore St., and background checks. Cincinnati, Ohio 45202-4179. Phone: 513.421.0311 or July 10: Standing Committee announces full 1.800.582.1712 slate of nominees. Petition process begins. Fax: 513.421.0315 Aug. 4: Deadline for petition nominees. E-mail: richelle_thompson @episcopal-dso.org Oct. 24-28: Nominee forums around the Website: www.episcopal-dso.org diocese. Deadline: January 1 New members of the nominating committee talk about their work. They are, Nov. 11: Electing convention in Portsmouth. from left, Lisa Wharton, the Rev. John Johanssen and Molly Russell. April 28, 2007: Consecration of Bishop IX. 3 NEWS CATHEDRAL PRESENTS WEBCAST The Anatomy of Reconciliation: From Violence to Healing

BY BARB ROHRER Otherness, Reconciliation, which INTERCHANGE CONTRIBUTOR forges a theology of forgiveness in the face of the horrendous violence experi- Christ Church Cathedral, in partner- enced in Croatia and Serbia. ship with Trinity Church on New ■ Sister Helen Prejean, spiritual advi- York's Wall Street and with the support cal reflections groups led by skilled involvement in Crisis Control Ministry sor to convicted prisoners and their fam- of the Taft Memorial Fund, will present Education for Ministry (EFM) facilita- and the brokering of millions of dollars ilies and author of Dead Man Walking a live webcast presentation of the tors, to discuss what they heard in light of investment in inner-city neighbor- and The Death of Innocents, in which Trinity Institute's 36th national theo- of their own experiences. The format hoods. she tackles “the spirit of vengeance … logical conference, The Anatomy of will give participants an opportunity to ■ James Alison, Catholic theolo- that has dominated the religious, politi- Reconciliation: From Violence to speak with others who share a common gian, priest and author of faith beyond cal, and legal discourse of our country Healing, on Jan 30 - Feb. 1, 2006. interest in the subject of reconciliation resentment: fragments catholic and during the past 25 years.” Open to all, the conference will be as it can be lived in a world ruptured by gay and The Joy of Being Wrong: The cost to attend the webcast and an opportunity for participants to violence. Participants will also have an Original Sin through Easter Eyes. conference at Christ Church Cathedral expand their awareness of acts of rec- opportunity to reflect on how to nur- ■ Gwendolyn Zoharah Simmons, is $30, which includes continental onciliation; open their hearts to the ture reconciliation within the broken- civil and human rights activist and breakfasts and lunches. Scholarships are possibility for inner reconciliation; and ness of their own communities. assistant professor of Islamic studies at available, and students are free. For explore their call as agents of God's Speakers will include: the University of Florida. more information or to register, call the reconciling work. ■ The Rt. Rev. Michael Bruce ■ Miroslav Volf, professor of theol- Rev. Canon Joanna Leiserson at Participants will hear acclaimed Curry, bishop of the Diocese of North ogy at Yale Divinity School and author 513.842.2052 or [email protected]. speakers, then meet in small theologi- Carolina, who has had extensive of Exclusion and Embrace: Identity, Deadline for registration is Jan. 25. ERH plans wellness conference Plans are in full swing for Episcopal Retirement Homes' half-day Living Well ■ The Power of Prayer: Mary Alice Busick Into the Future health and wellness conference in Columbus. The event, pre- ■ Healing Through Friendship: Peggy Oberlin sented by ERH's Central Ohio Advisory Board, is slated for Feb. 11, 2006, 8:30 ■ The Healing Power of Positive Emotions-Taming Your Stress: Ray Dutton a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at St. Mark's, Upper Arlington. ■ Jesus' Diet and How it Would Impact our Health Today: Laura The event will feature a keynote presentation by Dr. Bonnie Kantor, director Allton of the office of geriatrics and gerontology at The Ohio State University. Kantor's ■ Creating a Legacy Through Scrapbooking: Dr. session, "The Many Faces of Aging," explains what to expect as you and/or a Anne Botti loved one get older. Her focus is teaching how to take charge and "chart your ■ The Spiritual Side of Humor: The Rev. Canon own course" for meaningful and successful aging. Throughout her presentation, Jim Hanisian Kantor will share tips and guidelines for helping individuals seek care in a time- Registration is $10 per person. Contact hours for ly fashion when changes and disease states do occur. nurses will be available for no additional charge. A "The best news is that it is never too late to become healthier," Kantor says. full brochure with registration form is available to "My hope is to share simple, practical and powerful steps for participants to take download at www.EpiscopalRetirement.com. For to ensure a meaningful, fulfilling, healthy future." more information, call Brenda Spradling at 740.549. Additionally, six interactive breakout sessions will be offered to reflect the six 1990 or Larry German at 614 459.8082. dimensions of wellness: emotional, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual and vocational. Scheduled topics and speakers include: Dr. Kantor

Devotion St. John's, Lancaster, recently celebrated the admission of two women to the St. Mary's Chapter of the Order of the Daughters. Kathy Canter and Carol K. Baily took a vow of spiritual discipline of daily prayer, service and evangel- ism. From left to right are Beck Babcock, Carol Baily, the Rev. Bill Pursley, rector of St. John's, Kathy Canter and Deanna Roshong. 4 NEWS NEWS NOTES ERH hosts “Refresh Your Soul” Join Episcopal Retirement Homes' Parish Health Ministry and the Parish Nurse/Health Ministries Task Force of the Diocese of Southern Ohio for their St.James holds fifth annual Refresh Your Soul workshop. The event health fair will take place Feb. 4, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at St. James, Westwood, the Procter Camp & Conference Center. Focus on celebrated the 10-year enhancing your body-mind-spirit connection while anniversary of their Health enjoying the camaraderie of the day. Nurses, parish Ministry this fall by open- nurses, social workers, health care professionals, ing their doors to the com- clergy, chaplains, Stephen Ministers, pastoral care munity for their first Health providers and anyone else with an interest in health & Wellness Fair. More than and wellness should plan to attend. 140 people participated in Refresh Your Soul will kick off with a pre-work- free screenings for vision, shop on Feb. 3 for those wishing to learn how to blood pressure, osteoporo- give a great back rub. Led by Kathy Ison and Gary sis, blood sugar, speech Schambach, the workshop will teach simple tech- and language and choles- niques to promote well-being in yourself and others, terol from 30 health care such as relaxing massage and Feldenkrais. The $70 vendors. Chair massages registration cost includes overnight accommoda- also were available, and tions at the Procter Center, the workshop and dinner. additional wellness infor- Nursing contact hours are available for an addition- mation was handed out. St. James offers free health, wellness screenings. al $10. Rooms will be available after 1 p.m. The Children met Captain workshop begins at 4 p.m., and dinner will be served Kidney, the Cincinnati at 6 p.m. Friday's workshop attendance is limited to Police Canine Unit, firemen from the Cincinnati Fire Department, and the neighborhood police 24 people, so early registration is recommended. officers. A wide variety of free, healthy refreshments also were served. Saturday's workshop runs from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The morning session will focus on creating health. Wellness expert Anita Schambach will lead an exploration of the body-mind-spirit connection in stress, while interweaving experiential exercises to contact hours and $40 without; for all others, the British tradition, teams of four will dash 50 yards, help individuals create health and promote positive cost is $80 with contact hours and $50 without. A tossing their pancakes three times before crossing the changes in self and others. full brochure with registration form is available for finish line. Awards will be given to the winning teams The afternoon will focus on compassion for our- download at www.EpiscopalRetirement.com. by age group. The cost to enter a team in the race is selves and others. When we can see the world This workshop is sponsored and subsidized by $15 per team, with all the proceeds going to support through another person's eyes and spiritually walk in Episcopal Retirement Homes, Inc., and the Parish ASHA, a school for poor girls in Bangladesh that their shoes, our compassion and understanding are Nurse/Health Ministries Task Force of the Episcopal helps them learn to read, write and sew, in order that strengthened. Karen Amend will lead experiential Diocese of Southern Ohio. personal and group exercises and explain the seven- they might pull themselves out of poverty. This point program of self-care. All Saints hosts Pancake Race school was founded by the sister of an All Saints Registration includes continental breakfast, lunch All Saints, Pleasant Ridge, in conjunction with parishioner and receives ongoing support from the All and all workshop materials. For Episcopal Nativity Roman Catholic Church and other neighbor- Saints Mission Committee. To enter the race, or for Retirement Homes Parish Health Ministry partner- hood houses of worship, is hosting Cincinnati's First more information, please call Ally Nurre at ing churches, the cost is $70 for the workshop with Annual Pancake Race on Feb. 25. Following an old 513.731.3530.

A MISSION MINUTE Public policy notes Have you been overwhelmed with all I would like to address a rather serious subject in my col- JEFFREY S. four legislative sessions, the cam- the stories about the havoc wrought by umn this month. The topic: Ohio's minimum wage policies. paign is now seeking to achieve Katrina? While many have donated ■ The federal government has not raised the minimum PRICE this by means of a ballot initiative supplies or sent a check, you still wage of $5.15 since 1997. Ohio has not raised the state min- process, thereby giving Ohio vot- might feel that there must be some- imum wage of $4.25 per hour since 1991. Ohio and Kansas ers the responsibility to decide the thing that can be done. are the only states with a minimum wage lower that of the matter for themselves. federal minimum wage. You can join the campaign and Look to your libraries and to any sur- ■ The federal law applies to all firms that engage in inter- help educate and mobilize your plus Hymnals and Bibles that could be state commerce or have a gross income of more than congregation and or community. I sent to those congregations who have $500,000 a year. For others, such as small shops, serving invite you to consider supporting lost everything. Contacts could be made retail stores - the minimum wage level is set by the state. In an act for raising the minimum through Church World Service, P.O. Box Ohio it has been $4.25 an hour for the last 14 years. wage by holding a “Let Justice 968, Elkhart, Ind. 46515 or through the The Let Justice Roll Living Wage Campaign is a pro- Roll - Living Wage Day” worship gram of more than 50 faith-based and community-based service or event on Martin Luther Episcopal Relief and Development Fund organizations (including the Diocese of Southern Ohio) that King Jr. weekend, Jan. 14-16. This can be done by signing or the National Anglican and Global work in support of federal legislation calling for an increase up and downloading a complete Resource Kit at Relations Office, both at 815 Second in the federal minimum wage. It also calls on some states, www.letjusticeroll.org or by contacting the office of Public Ave., New York, NY 10017. including Ohio, to consider an increase. This campaign con- Policy at 614.354.9920. Send a piece of your parish and ducts an ongoing educational program to inform people of This is in keeping, I believe, with our baptismal covenant yourself, but especially pray for all the severity of conditions facing low-wage working people to work for matters of justice. and what must be done to bring about constructive change. those who will be working to rebuild In this state, the effort is aimed at raising the minimum wage Jeffrey S. Price is director of public policy for the diocese. and reorganize their spiritual lives and to $6.85 an hour. Since the Ohio legislature has failed to Contact him at 614.461.8429 or 800.461.8424 buildings. pass legislation to increase the minimum wage for the last or [email protected]. 5 NEWS CONTINUED: MUSICAL SEEKS AUDIENCE

FROM PAGE 1 and stage the production. They held a casting call in Columbus and premiered the musical, “To This Day” last fall. “This is not just another play,” says Anne Diehl, the show's artistic director. “The young people have so much fun and build so much confidence by learning how to perform live … It has been a really fantastic faith experience for me to see the joy of Jesus through these kids.” ‘A stronger connection’ Madison Matthews, 13 and a member of St. Alban's, calls the musical “a great show.“ A member of the cast, she says, “The music is totally singable, and the whole experience really strengthened my faith. I feel like I have a stronger connection with God now. I feel like I'm closer to Him. It gives me a way to show the whole world what my faith is about.” Rath couldn't ask for a better testimonial. “I read a very sobering statistic that of all the kids who drop out of church during their teen years, 70 per- cent of them will never come back. 70 percent,” Rath says. “If just one kid gets it as a result of this, if just one kid finds a lifelong relationship with God, I'm going to Some members of the cast. call that a success. We've got a mission statement to try to get younger people to develop a closer relationship with God. That's easy to say, but it's hard to do.” As a priest, Johanssen says, he's always looking for To This Day is a contemporary musical that innovative, fun and faith-based projects for youth tells the story of the events from Christ's cru- groups. cifixion and resurrection until His ascension “Most of the kids like to be involved in a project. It into heaven... possibly the most exciting 40- strengthens their faith and develops a sense of commu- day period in the history of Christianity. The nity,” he says. theme of this story deals with the conversion Still, Johanssen admits he was a bit taken aback of the heart (and mind) of a skeptic - an when Rath first approached him about the idea last agnostic, if you will - whose job as an early winter. Johanssen majored in music at The Ohio State "investigative reporter" is to research and ana- University and played the trombone professionally but lyze the facts about this amazing period in had never taken on such a big job as scoring an entire- Biblical history. Allegedly he is "in pursuit of ly new musical. the truth." But he fell in love with the script. Johanssen enlist- Teshe is the leader of the temple scribes, an ed the help of his two musically inclined sons, Ryan investigative journalist of sorts who is sent to and John, and a friend, Peder Johanson (no relation). cover the story of his life by his bosses, Pilate The music they composed ranges from gospel to rock, and the Chief Priests. His mission: to finally "de- country to the blues. bunk" the man and the myth of Jesus Christ. They hired professional musicians - including a Teshe begins with the belief that the crucifix- gospel choir - to record the soundtrack. ion and death of Jesus Christ is fact and the “This has just been a tremendous shot in the arm for mystery of his so-called resurrection is noth- me spiritually,” Johanssen says. “It's a wonderful re- ing but a hoax. But the facts inexorably point emergence of music and theology and youth ministry. to a reality beyond his willingness to believe. It's not only driven me back in the scriptures in terms of Eventually, and against long odds, we begin to telling this story of the journey from doubt to faith but see a transformation in Teshe's beliefs. also allowed me to explore that musically.” In the end, Teshe is torn between achieving No price tag on God's love his original mission and Pilate's mandate of Rath is thrilled with early response from the musical. discrediting the events, and his conversion. But he has bigger plans for it. He established the To A last-minute costume fix. Ultimately, he jeopardizes his career to This Day Foundation so that youth groups can pur- become a passionate disciple of Christ, shar- chase the complete show package and use it as a ing his conviction with the authorities and the fundraiser. The foundation’s office is at St. Alban's, but do something meaningful with it,” Rath says. public. the whole process has been an ecumenical affair from “Whether we ever sell one or not, whether the founda- Teshe's journey from doubt to belief is some- the beginning, with people involved representing tradi- tion ever starts to break even … I mean, sure, I'd like thing he never expected to happen! tions including Roman Catholic, Lutheran and United to cover our costs, but that's not what this is about.” Methodist. His dream: in five years, every Christian youth Learn more about To This Day at www.tothis- Rath is clear that he won't allow money – or lack of group and college university will know about “To This day.org. Contact Charlie Rath at the To This it – to be an obstacle for any group interested in per- Day” and 1,000 shows will have been performed Day Foundation at 614.253.8550 ext. 9, forming the musical. In fact, he's currently looking to around the country. 1.866.487.2249 or by e-mail at ttd@tothis- donate the show to groups to create a “theatrical demo” “It's a goal of mine to try to get the attention of day.org – a way to increase the visibility of the musical and younger people. If they decide to take just a little inter- expose it to a wider audience. est in the life of Christ, they'll find it mesmerizing. It's Rath has funded the entire project out of his own the only story on this planet that has endured 2,000 pocket. He reluctantly discloses the price tag: about years, basically intact. Jesus is the most enduring, $200,000 so far. important figure in the history of the world,'' Rath says. “I had a great career, so I've been fortunate to be “I'm sure God doesn't think of me as his personal ad blessed with all kinds of great blessings, my children agency, but there's something very appealing, very and material things. Since I had the money, I wanted to challenging to me to share this enduring story.” 6 NEWS Mrs. Riley: Four bishops and 42 years of ministry Ida Riley began her ministry on staff in the *** Diocese of Southern Ohio in 1964, during Bishop After two years as the receptionist, I was asked to Blanchard's episcopate. For many of her 42 years, become the executive officer's secretary to the Rev. she has served as the executive secretary to the bish- Roger Nichols who became Executive Officer just op. It's a tough job. Everybody wants the bishop's before Bishop Blanchard left to assist the Presiding time. Everybody needs to talk with the bishop Bishop in 1971. After Bishop Blanchard left, Bishop RIGHT now. Mrs. Riley has coordinated the ministry Krumm was elected on my sons' birthday on Dec. 12, of that office with poise and grace - and a firm hand. 1971 (Both sons were born on Dec. 12). I thought that “Most people call me Napoleon,” Mrs. Riley says, might be a good sign. My husband was a delegate to laughing. “I tend to be authoritative. But you can't be the electing convention. Then Bishop Krumm moved submissive to people, especially in this seat because onto Ida Street. I thought, 'Hmm, this is providential.” you'd be walked over. I think there's a respect there But again this job was not something I sought. In for the ministry I've done.” 1975, I became Bishop Krumm's secretary. She has three Herberts in her life: Her husband, Herb, He would always say, 'A woman who tells her age of nearly 50 years. Her son, Herbert Riley II, whom she will tell anything.' That's why I never tell my age. calls Herbie. And Bishop Herbert Thompson. *** “Whenever I talked with Mrs. Thompson, I'd When Bishop Black came onboard, he brought a Mrs Riley with Bishop and Mrs. Thompson in Israel. always say, 'My Herb' so we wouldn't get mixed up.” canon with him who was from England. The canon During Bishop Thompson's 17-year episcopate, said that in England, a bishop's secretary never retires. the two have always used formal titles. had a lot of freedom, so I've got to get back there and They die in office because we don't want them to write “I've always called him Bishop Thompson, and he put him under rein.” a book. They know too much. has always called me Mrs. Riley. I think it shows She shared some of her memories with It's true, we know a lot, but our mouths are sealed. respect for our positions and for us as individuals.” Interchange: *** In retirement, Mrs. Riley plans to spend time with I've always felt honored that this was not a job I It's been a good ministry with Bishop Thompson. her family, including her two sons, Ray Eugene and sought. This job was something I didn't expect, and I He's so calm, and I'm just the opposite. He says that's William Herbert II. Her grandson, Cameron, gradu- wasn't looking for it. But it found me. what makes us a good pair. I'll tell him what I think, ates from high school in May. Granddaughter Sydney In 1964, I received a call from this gentleman and he'll listen. He may not always follow what I've is 15 and a freshman. Mrs. Riley hopes to travel, who served as a trustee for the diocese. He told me said, but he always listened. That's what made our return to yoga classes and catch up with friends. that he knew of a job that was going to be open in a ministry together a successful one. She'll continue to serve as president of the year and asked if I would be interested. I was home *** Diocesan Altar Guild until after General Convention with my 22-month-old son, Herbie. I said that I After my retirement, I'll miss the people of course. I've in June. Then, “I want to take it easy to see where I'm would be interested in at least talking with someone made some very close friends, and I'm sure we'll continue being led and see what God has planned for me next.” about the job. that after I retire. I've been very fortunate. Very fortunate. Her husband retired from Procter & Gamble in I came in for an interview on Friday, Nov. 13, 1964. I believe that your life is directed by the Lord. He 1993. After they interviewed me, they asked if I would wait leads you. I feel like it was him leading me here “He says, 'Don't think you're going to come home for a few minutes while they talked. When they came because I did not seek the job. I give myself com- and change my routine.'” Mrs. Riley laughs. “He's back, they asked if I could start on Monday. pletely to him to follow his lead. Mrs. Williams: Career, ministry intertwined

Mary Williams began working at the Diocese of does permeate everything. When I cling to that and Southern Ohio after a friend - Ida Riley - encouraged God's encompassing love, anything is possible. her to apply. Mrs. Williams started at the reception- What will you miss? ist's desk, filling in for someone on maternity leave in I will miss the people, the family here at the dio- November 1975. Over the years, she worked with the cese. I'll miss that strong sense of appreciation. That Presiding Bishops Fund, for the finance office, sense of being at the other end of the phone when Christian education, youth, ministry, deployment and someone calls and needs help. ordination. She worked in every office in the build- What do you plan to do? ing - literally. She also served as altar guild for the I'm going to relax for a little bit and enjoy my fam- chapel at Diocesan House. ily. I'm going to travel. I would love to go to Trinidad. She's been married to Jim Williams for almost 45 We'd like to see Thailand and maybe go back to Japan. years, and they have two sons, James (Rick) and Tell us something that people would be sur- Kennard (Keino) and three grandchildren. They prised to know about you: attend St. Andrew's, Evanston. I love to travel, but we take short trips. (A few Before she left, Mrs. Williams sat down with years ago, Mary and Jim Williams took a trip to Interchange to share some memories of her 30 years Japan - a four-day trip!) on diocesan staff. Bishop Thompson thanks Mary Williams for her years of service. I did drag race years ago. I think I was in a '56 Talk about what it was like when you began Chevrolet. I won the first time around. I didn't win working for the diocese: able. I'm beginning to feel antiquated.” the second race. I love drag racing. It's a family sport I used to do lot of typing … we would provide an What are some unique memories? that my family enjoys. I wanted to understand the in-depth study of the lectionary for the clergy. I During Bishop Black's episcopate, we used to load fascination that my husband had with it. My two sons would type it all in, then reproduce it and send it out up the typewriter and all of our forms that we needed grew up on the drag strip on the weekends. to all the parishes and the young people. I learned a for ordination and take them to our Commission on What's your favorite story of the Bible? lot about the scriptures that way! Ministry meetings. That way we'd have all the paper- The story of Ruth and her daughter-in-law. I like I remember the mimeograph and dealing with work and everyone could sign the forms that we need- the relationship between the women. I love my those darned stencils. Some times you had to cut a ed. This was before fax machines and e-mail, of daughters-in-law. They're such terrific young stencil to make your copies. We would use carbon course. To prepare for that meeting was always dicey. women, and I'm blessed to have a wonderful rela- paper for our letters. Oh, I would just hate it when I What do you wish people knew about what it's tionship with both of them. would get to the end and make a little typo and have like to work at 412 Sycamore? Anything else? to start all over. My faith has been greatly enhanced as a result of my It's been a really unique experience. I worked for a When they first introduced the word processor, work experience. I saw some people at their very worst, couple of other companies before coming here. After they sent us to IBM for training. We went kicking and I saw some people at their very best. I learned how being here, I wouldn't take secular work. It's warmer; and screaming. It was so foreign to us. The way tech- with God's compassion and love, they both can be dealt it's nourishing. I've just had a great time the whole nology has changed over the years is just unbeliev- with in a fair and loving manner. There's a peace that time I've been here. 7 AROUND THE DIOCESE Jack Baltzell, Ascension, Middletown, has been induct- ed into the Butler County Sports Hall of Fame. Thomas Clinch, Christ Church, Dayton, received his Eagle Scout Award at a ceremony at Christ Church. Active since Cub Scouts, Clinch has been an assistant patrol leader, quartermaster, asst. senior patrol leader, senior patrol leader, instructor, junior asst. scout master and troop guide. Doris Miller, Phyllis Risner and Doris Swabb, Christ Church, Dayton, were recently recognized for their many hours of volunteer service at Miami Valley Hospital. Miller has volunteered an astounding 8,629 hours! Swabb received awards for 1,500 and 2,000 hours, and Risner was

NOTABLE recognized for 52 hours of service. Chris Kelleher, St. Mark, Upper Arlington, was a recent winner in the National Young Writers contest. Katie Hyre, St. Mark Upper Arlington, is a member of the state champion water polo team at Upper Arlington High School. Bruce Knapp, St. James, Westwood, has retired from his position as Director of Bands and adjunct instructor of tuba and euphonium at the College of Mount St. Joseph. Knapp has been in music education for more than 40 years.

Carols. Christmas Eve brought a performance of Cincinnati East Handel's Messiah, as well as a jazz piece titled Miami River Members of Holy Trinity, Kenwood, assisted Every Little Child Believes, written by Children at St. Mary Magdalene, with the Christmas on the River Project headed Columbus Jazz Orchestra member Jim Masters. Maineville, presented a fantastic rendition of up by Christ Church Cathedral. Members donat- the musical, "Something's Up Down in ed home-baked cookies for the towboat crews, The ECW at St. John, Worthington, held their Bethlehem." The performance kicked off the and parishioner Jan Jones knitted more than 75 first-ever Cookie Walk in December. Members congregation's celebration of St. Nicholas scarves for the project! Way to go, Jan! brought cookies to share, had a luncheon with St. night. The evening was topped off with a visit Lucia and had treats to take home along with from the good bishop himself, St. Nicholas of their memories after the event. Substitute bakers Myra, who handed out bags of gold (chocolate) Cincinnati West were even available for those who don't bake. coins, nuts and oranges. St. James, Cincinnati, held a successful spaghetti dinner and silent auction. The Men's Folk singing is coming to St. Mark, Upper Club served up spaghetti, salad, Italian bread and Arlington. The St. Mark's Performing Arts Northeast homemade desserts, all at a family-friendly price. group has recruited Hank Arbaugh, a well- Parishioners at St. James, Zanesville, donat- Dinner was followed with a silent auction of lots known folk musician and teacher, to lead all ed snowman ornaments to fill a snowman- of beautiful donated items. wannabe singers and musicians (and listeners) themed Christmas tree decorating the church for a folk singing event in the parish hall on undercroft. The ornaments were then given to Did you know that the Parish Health Ministry Saturday, January 21 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. For the guests at their December Friendship dinner, at Ascension & Holy Trinity, Wyoming, spon- more information, call St. Mark's at along with a bag of Christmas candy and a plate sors a Medical Equipment Lending Program 614.486.9452. of cookies. (MELP)? MELP has an extensive inventory of medical assistance equipment, such as walkers, Members of St. Patrick's, Dublin, rang in the canes, crutches, shower stools and portable toi- New Year together with a service of lessons, per- Northwest lets available for free use. Everything is steril- sonal dedication and Eucharist. The New Year's An annual Christmas Caroling party was held ized and ready for use when a call comes. If you Eve service was held at 5 p.m., followed by a on the last Sunday of Advent at St. Paul, would like more information about MELP, champagne reception. Greenville. After a short rehearsal, members please call the church at 513.821.5341. trekked out into the neighborhood and serenaded their neighbors. After caroling, everyone Dayton returned to the church for food, fellowship and Columbus Parishioners at St. George, Dayton, continued celebration. Participants in the After School Adventure their tradition of a "diaper offering" during the 5 A sale of Christmas ornaments at Christ Club at St. John, Columbus, are working on sci- p.m. Christmas Eve service. Members are Church, Springfield, raised money for a ence fair projects. Volunteers from St. John are encouraged to bring packages of diapers, which Christmas project to benefit the Lincoln helping the 3rd to 5th grade students as they are then donated to a local mission. The offering Elementary School library. Additional contribu- develop and research their experiments and then is a way to help the children (and adults) see tions were also accepted, and all the money col- present their findings. The club meets on Jesus as a real baby and to remind everyone of lected and raised was given to the library for the Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at St. John. If the miracle of his birth. purchase of books and other materials. you are interested in helping mentor these young scientists, call the church at 614.221.9328. Hocking Valley Ohio River The three choirs of St. Alban, Bexley, made a St. Paul, Logan, held a free community dinner At Redeemer, Cincinnati, the Hospitality joyful noise during Advent, presenting several in November. Parishioners served up a tradition- Ministry is hosting a Contra Dance on Jan. 27. English and American Advent and Christmas al Thanksgiving dinner on the third Thursday of Contra dance is a called dance similar to square music pieces. The music of Paul Manz, Orlando the month, complete with turkey, ham, dressing, dancing, except the dancers are in long lines Gibbons, Herbert Howells and Columbus resi- potatoes, vegetables and pie. Members prepared instead of squares. Brief instruction is at 7:30 dent Gerald Harvey were performed over the the food at home and then brought it to the p.m., the dance begins at 8 p.m. For more infor- four Sundays of Advent, along with Lessons and church to share with the community. mation, call the church at 513.321.6700.

Around the Diocese items are culled from congregation newsletters and written by Julie Murray. Please make sure the diocese is on your mailing list. For more information about the events or programs, contact the person listed or the congregation. Do you have something to share Around the Diocese? Send news to richelle_thompson@epis- copal-dso.org or Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio, c/o Richelle Thompson, 412 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202. 8 AROUND THE COMMUNION Ugandan priest becomes England’s first African Archbishop ENS: Ugandan-born John Tucker young, among older people, and those in graduated in Law from Makerere Mugabi Sentamu was inaugurated as the society who are demonized and dehuman- University, Kampala, and is an Advocate of 97th Archbishop of York during a colorful ized; and stand shoulder to shoulder with the High Court of Uganda. and groundbreaking ceremony at York's them." After seeking sanctuary in Britain in ancient Minster in Northern England on After Williams anointed Sentamu with 1974, he read theology at Selwyn College, Nov. 30, making him the first African to oil, one of the ancient customs of the cere- Cambridge, where he gained a Master's THE ANGLICAN hold the position. mony, the two archbishops embraced and Degree and a Doctorate. He was appointed "It is my sense that the 97th Archbishop the congregation burst into applause. Bishop of Stepney in 1996 and Bishop of COMMUNION of York, with his commitment to spreading Following the service, which lasted Birmingham, England, in 2002. a community of the gospel message, will be a blessing not almost three hours, Sentamu proceeded to Sentamu succeeds Dr. David Hope, who 70 million Anglicans only to the Church of England but to the St. Michael-le-Belfrey Church, located next resigned in February 2005 to become a in more than Anglican Communion as well," said to the Minster, to visit people who had parish priest in Ilkley, West Yorkshire. 160 countries Presiding Bishop Frank Griswold. "My watched the service on a large screen. Larom recalled Sentamu's "sensible and prayers are with him as he begins this new "It's a great day for the Anglican sensitive ministry" to the more than 300 par- Resources for chapter." Communion," said Canon James Rosenthal, ticipants who attended G-CODE 2000, the national and "This is a wonderful moment for all of us director of communications for the Global Conference on Dynamic Evangelism, world news: in the Anglican Communion," said Anglican Communion Office, after the serv- a mid-point review of the Decade of The Episcopal Margaret Larom, director of the Episcopal ice. "It shows unequivocally how our fel- Evangelism held in 1995 in Kanuga, North Church, USA Church's Office of Anglican and Global lowship and common heritage can be Carolina. "At that time, Sentamu was vicar of www.episcopal Relations (AGR). "I am sure John shared." Holy Trinity Church, Tulse Hill, London, and church.org Sentamu's leadership will benefit the wider As Primate of England and Archbishop of already had gained a strong reputation as an church in significant ways." the Province of York, which includes 14 evangelist," Larom said. Anglican The historic oaths, combined with Anglican dioceses in the northern half of England, As a member of the G-CODE planning Communion: choral music, Ugandan praise music, and the Sentamu is responsible for the pastoral group, Sentamu had special responsibilities www.anglican seating of the newly installed Archbishop in oversight of bishops and clergy in that for worship, prayer and pastoral matters communion.org the cathedra -- the Archiepiscopal seat of York province, as well as providing support to the during the conference and "his gifts made a Minster -- were witnessed by more than 2,500 Archbishop of Canterbury. He also becomes significant contribution to one of the most Around the people attending the service, including Diocesan Bishop of York, assisted by important Anglican gatherings in recent Communion Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams, Suffragan Bishops in three archdeaconries. memory," she added. Sources: senior clergy from the Dioceses of Sentamu will be a leading spokesman on "John has utilized well the gifts and tal- Anglican Birmingham, London and York, Primates of behalf of the Church of England and one of ents that God entrusted with him and has Communion News the Anglican Communion and bishops of the the Presidents of the General Synod, the made significant differences in lives of var- Service, Episcopal Church of England. Church of England's main governing body, ious kinds of people," said the Rev. News Service Bishop Don Taylor, vicar bishop for New and the Archbishop's Council. Emmanuel Sserwadda, AGR's interim York, was also in attendance. He will also assume the roles of chairman Africa officer. "He is a listener, a uniter and During the sermon, Sentamu, 56, chal- and president of various other Church bod- a reconciler who speaks the truth of the lenged those who are judgmental and mor- ies and become patron of more than 200 Gospel of Christ. He will be an enormous alizing to find friends among the poor, the charities and organizations. asset to the Church of England and the marginalized, the vulnerable, "among the Born and educated in Uganda, Sentamu wider Anglican Communion."

Diocesan Diocesan Council amends budget council elects 2006 New numbers reflect mission priorities, staffing changes leadership

BY ARIEL MILLER endowment set aside for the diocesan bish- to the United Nations Millennium First Vice INTERCHANGE CONTRIBUTOR op's salary. Operating budget funds not need- Development Goals. The General Convention President: Chips ed during that time for the suffragan's pack- of the Episcopal Church voted in 2003 to Lanier Meeting exactly one month after Annual age will be redirected in 2006 for General encourage all dioceses to work toward send- Second Vice Convention, Diocesan Council voted to Convention expenses, a one-time expendi- ing 0.7% of their budget to projects such as President: The amend the diocese's 2006 operating budget to ture. In 2007, they may be reinstated in the education, public health, and economic devel- Rev. Rob Baldwin reflect staff changes as well as add small but suffragan line item. opment in the poorest countries. Our diocese Secretary: Jud needed increases in funding for congrega- The new budget increases funding for the is one of the last to report to the National Ellertson tions, training of lay leaders and deacons, and Commission on Congregational Life by Church on compliance with this resolution. Budget college ministry. $15,000 to $515,000, which will go entirely Procter grants for such purposes totaled Committee The staffing line items were revised to to congregations who are carrying out vital $77,000 in 2005, which is 2% of the com- Chair: The Rev. reflect the retirement of Bishop Thompson, ministries but are in financial need them- bined Procter grant and diocesan budget. Art Hadley Ida Riley and Mary Williams at the end of selves. The commission received requests for None of this comes out of the intentional giv- Systemic 2005. The combined allocations for travel by more than $700,000 and pared those down to ing of living Episcopalians, however. Council Review several diocesan staff members were $515,000 with enormous difficulty. Council voted to instruct the Budget Committee to Committee: The increased slightly to accommodate higher also increased funding for campus ministry develop a strategy for including the UN Rev. Rob gasoline and other costs. Council approved by $7,500 to $36,500. Millennium Development Goals in the 2007 Baldwin, chair the Budget Committee's recommendation to Enrollment is growing in the School for Operating Budget. Public Policy Officer Resolutions reduce transfers from the Procter Fund to Ministries, so council increased funding to Jeffrey Price was instructed to write to mem- Oversight: The reflect the staff reduction. $36,853, which will be largely offset by an bers of Congress from Southern Ohio to urge Rev. Benjamin Part of the 2006 budget had been allocated expected increase in tuition revenue. them to work to ensure that the United States Speare-Hardy, for the Suffragan Bishop's compensation. Subhed: Funding for Millennium Goals meets its commitment to funding develop- chair Convention's vote in November placed At the request of Bishop Price, Procter ment aid at a level of 0.7% of the U.S. gross Program Review Bishop Price as ecclesiastical authority until Fund consultant Ed Burdell and Ariel Miller national product. Committee: Roy the consecration of the next bishop. Starting of council's Resolutions Oversight Committee Barker in January, he will be compensated from the reported that the Procter Fund grants conform Miller is a member of Diocesan Council. SCHOLAR’S CORNER RETURNS NEXT MONTH. 9 NEWS CALENDAR REST IN PEACE Elizabeth Lilly, co-founder of the Northside Community School and the Appalachian Center for Independent Living, Abingdon, VA, died on Nov. 25 January following a long illness. Lilly, who is not related to the Rev. Elizabeth Lilly, 4-7 - Canonical Exam and Formation Retreat. Exam on Jan. 4, retreat on a priest in our diocese, turned a stint at bartending into a distinguished career Jan. 5-7. At Procter Camp & Conference Center. Information: the Rev. Canon in social work. Vicki Zust at 513.421.0311 or 800.582.1712. During the late 1970s, Elizabeth was a bartender in Dayton when the NCR 12 - Diocesan Interns meeting, Procter Camp & Conference Center. plant closed. “I saw those [laid off] men drink themselves to death,” she said, Information: the Rev. Canon Vicki Zust at 800.582.1712 or 513.421.0311 “and I decided to become a social worker to help people like that.” In 1982, her Appalachian background led her to seek out Michael Maloney 13-15 - Deacons' School, at Procter Camp & Conference Center, Wing A. who had helped found the Urban Appalachian Council and other programs to Information: Kay Sturm at the Anglican Academy, 800.461.8424 serve the urban poor. She became Maloney's assistant at the Urban Poverty 19 - Church Planter meeting, 10 a.m. at Procter Camp & Conference Office of the Appalachian People's Service Organization (APSO) which was Center. Information: the Rev. Canon Walt Mycoff at 513.421.0311 or based at St. Philip's Episcopal Church in Northside. Together with another UC 800.582.1712. student, Larry Holcomb, and Raymond Sturm, rector of St. Philip's, they 21 - Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Prevention (SMCAP) Training will founded the Northside Community School. The school provides social serv- be offered at St. Andrew, 733 SR 41 SW, Washington Court House. ices and adult education (GED instruction) to people who lack a high school diploma. Through its work, hundreds of adults have received their GED cer- 27-29 - SOLLI retreat weekend. Information: the Rev. David McCoy, the tification and gone on to jobs or college. Anglican Academy, 614.461.8429 or 800.461.8424. Survivors include three children, Kathy Turner and Laura Flick of Mason, 28 - Explorers Day at Procter Camp & Conference Center. Information: and Mary Gierzak of Cincinnati; one brother James, of Mason; a grandson, Pat Haug at 513.421.0311 or 800.582.1712. James Gierzak, and a great-granddaughter, Destiny, both of Mason. 28 - Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Prevention Training at St. Timothy, -- Michael Maloney 8101 Beechmont Ave., Anderson Township. February CONGREGATIONS & CLERGY 3-5 - Deacons' School, at Procter Camp & Conference Center, Wing A. Information: Kay Sturm at the Anglican Academy, 800.461.8424. The Rt. Rev. Kenneth L. Price Jr. will install the Rev. Jeffrey Queen as the 4 - Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Prevention Training will be offered at 23rd rector of All Saints, Portsmouth, on Jan. 29 at 4:30 p.m. All are invited. Church of the Ascension, 2708 McGee Avenue, Middletown. Pre-registration Congregations in the search process: and pre-payment are required. See registration information above. Beginning process: St. Peter's, Gallipolis; St. Mary Magdalene, 11 - Commission on Ministry meeting, at Procter Camp & Conference Maineville; Trinity, Troy Center. Information: the Rev. Canon Walt Mycoff at 513.421.0311 or Preparing profile: St. James, Westwood; St. Anne's, West Chester; St. 800.582.1712. Peter's, Delaware 13 - Dayton Deanery meeting at St. Andrew, Dayton. Potluck supper Interviewing: Good Shepherd, Athens; Holy Trinity, Oxford, St. James, begins at 6 p.m., meeting begins at 7 p.m. Information: Provost Randy Young Columbus at 937.271.3150. For more information, contact the Canon Vicki Zust, canon to the ordinary, the 16 - Diocesan Interns meeting, Procter Camp & Conference Center. Diocese of Southern Ohio, 412 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202. Information: the Rev. Canon Vicki Zust at 800.582.1712 or 513.421.0311. Phone: 800.582.1712. E-mail: [email protected]. 16 - Church Planters meeting, 10 a.m. at Procter Camp & Conference Center. Information: the Rev. Canon Walt Mycoff at 513.421.0311or 800.582.1712. VISITATIONS 18 - Diocesan Council meeting at Procter Camp & Conference Center. January Information: Vice President Chips Lanier at 937.258.0141. 1 Canon Mycoff St. Paul, Chillicothe Mark it down! 8 Bishop Price St. Andrew, Washington CH Canon Zust St. Paul, Chillicothe March 1: Parochial reports due. March 11: Bishop, Vestries and Mission Councils at Procter Camp & 15 Bishop Price St. John, Lancaster Conference Center. Canon Zust St. Mary Magdalene, Maineville Canon Mycoff St. Paul, Chillicothe SEXUAL MISCONDUCT 22 Bishop Price PB Committee, Florida AND CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION Canon Zust Grace, Pomeroy 29 Bishop Price a.m. - All Saints, New Albany 2006 TRAINING SESSIONS p.m. - All Saints, Portsmouth Jan. 21, St.Andrew's, Washington Courthouse Celebration of New Ministry Jan. 28, St.Timothy's, Anderson Township Canon Zust a.m. - St. Edward, Whitehall Feb. 4, Ascension Church, Middletown p.m. - All Saints, Portsmouth March 25, St. Barnabas, Montgomery Canon Mycoff a.m. - St. Paul, Chillicothe April 1, Church of the Ascension & Holy Trinity, Wyoming p.m. - All Saints, Portsmouth May 6, St. Christopher's, Fairborn February June 24, St. Stephen's, Columbus 5 Bishop Price a.m. - Our Saviour, Cincinnati Aug. 26, Church of the Redeemer p.m. - St. Thomas, Terrace Park Sept. 23, Trinity, Newark Celebration of New Ministry Oct. 14, Christ Church, Springfield Canon Zust St. Michael & All Angels, Cincinnati Nov. 18, St. Philip's, Circleville Canon Mycoff St. Luke, Cincinnati Dec. 9, St. John's, Lancaster 12 Bishop Price Christ Church, Xenia Canon Zust St. Mary Magdalene, Maineville The program starts at 9 a.m. and generally finishes at 3 p.m. Pre-registration 19 Bishop Price Grace Church, Cincinnati and pre-payment are required. Contact Geri McDaniel at the diocesan office Canon Zust St. Philip, Cincinnati at 513.421.0311 or 800.582.1712. To register or pay on-line, click on Canon Mycoff St. James, Cincinnati Administration, Misconduct Prevention. The cost of the training is $15, which 26 Bishop Price a.m. - St. Mark, Dayton includes lunch and materials. Payment should be mailed to Geri McDaniel, p.m. - St. Simon of Cyrene, Lincoln Heights Diocese of Southern Ohio, 412 Sycamore St. Cincinnati, 45202. Make checks Celebration of New Ministry payable to the Diocese of Southern Ohio. Canon Zust St. Christopher, Fairborn 10 REFLECTIONS Love Song: The Anglican Squat

Many years ago when I was a new priest, I got into gious traditions put their going on. The Holy Spirit is praying within us; there trouble when I preached a sermon on the “Anglican THE REV. bodies into all kinds of atti- is a prayer in the heart of every man.” squat.” BOB tudes to pray-kneeling, How do we pray? Here's a story I've told before, In those days, Anglican services were well ordered, HORINE standing, hands raised, given to me by a teacher in the preschool of a church by the book. A service in a Cincinnati church would hands together, heads I served: After chapel, one of the little children, hav- be very like that in a church in Lexington, and for bowed, heads up, lying on ing heard a talk about the Lord's Prayer, turned to his that matter, similar to a service in London or Hong their backs, lying on their teacher and asked, “How do I pray?” The child's Kong. faces. Custom aside, the question touched the teacher, and she wondered Customarily, worshipers sat to listen, stood to truth is that the attitude of what she might say. Before she could say anything, praise, and knelt to pray. However, I noticed, many the body in prayer is largely the child added, “Do we put our kneelers down, or worshipers didn't kneel all the way, but rested their irrelevant, and our prayers what?” backsides against the pew, a position somewhere “work” in one position as It's a problem for some people. How do I do it? between kneeling and sitting and humorously called well as in another. (Remember Linus' discovery of a great theological the Anglican squat. The best basic book on truth in the Peanuts comic strip: if you put your In my sermon, I foolishly said that the position prayer that I've read is hands together and point them down you get the gave the appearance of a bunch of people who Living Prayer by Anthony Bloom. His definition of opposite of what you ask for.) How do you pray? Do weren't sure whether they wanted to commit to prayer is “an encounter, a meeting between a soul it anywhere, any way you can. And you say a little or prayer or leap from their pews and make a run for and God, but to be real, an encounter takes two per- a lot or you say nothing, which is even better because it. sons, each being really himself.” Reminiscent of then maybe you can hear God. A man named Tom Sawyer-who could forget that another definition: the offering of as much of oneself A few weeks ago, I heard a preacher quoting a name?-called and at some length explained my insen- as one can, to as much of God as one understands. writer who said that all our prayers were either “Help sitivity toward those people who were physically In the book's foreword, the author tells this story: me, help me!” or “Thank you, thank you!” But there unable to kneel. Though I've made many gaffes “Once the Cure d'Ars, a French saint of the 18th is another prayer-maybe the best prayer-and we don't since, I probably would have made many more had century, asked an old peasant what he was doing sit- really need to say it, but if we could put it into words, Mr. Sawyer not called. ting for hours in the church, seemingly not even pray- it would be, “Here I am.” Ironically, I often do the Anglican squat now. My ing; the peasant replied: 'I look at him, he looks at me, excuse to myself is that my knees are worn out from and we are happy together.'” The Rev. Bob Horine is a retired priest much praying. In Prayer: Living with God, Simon Tugwell cites in the Diocese of Lexington and a Things have changed. We often stand to pray (hard an Eastern Christian tradition that prayer is not some- former senior editor of Forward on old hips) and sit to praise. People in various reli- thing that we can originate, “because it is already Movement Publications. Lay theologian: New Year’s resolutions

In my youth as a Baptist, I made New Year's res- The fourth category of for my collection. I don't worship or bow down to olutions almost every year. I was frequently DR. DON REED resolutions deals with rela- any of these objects, of course, but I do make a sort reminded of my sinfulness and need for repen- tionships. I will be a better of shrine for them on my windowsill. This seems tance. My church was right, after all. I needed to spouse or sibling. I will harmless enough. The Lutherans and Roman do better. spend more time with my Catholics have deleted this Commandment from I haven't made resolutions much lately. Maybe I children or grandchildren. I their version of the Decalogue, so maybe I'm OK on should. I like to think that I became an Episcopalian will be a better friend. I will this one. just about the time I completed all my primary tend to my parents more. I should probably work on my coveting. Contrary amendments of life. I still need to work on some One might be tempted to to Gordon Gekko, greed is not good. On the other things, but we Episcopalians tend to be a bit more summarize: I will be health- hand, where would we be without coveting? Imagine circumspect about making dramatic “resolutions” ier, wealthier, wiser and nicer the free market without it. How would one incen- about our personal failings, let alone announcing this year. No one seems inter- tivize non-coveters? Try to picture TV advertising if them to others. ested in getting up earlier. people stopped coveting. Everything in moderation, Besides, Episcopalians talk very little about It is tempting to think that if I just put my money right? sin and repentance. We don't really do guilt. We where my mouth is this year, I'll really change this The third concerns Sabbath keeping. Is the recognize that others may need that mindset, time. Who benefits from this insight? Gyms and Sabbath Saturday or Sunday? The advantage of and that is OK for them, but they are them and health clubs. The diet industry. The fitness equip- Sunday is that I already spend the morning at church we are us. ment industry. The daily planner industry. The big anyway. Sunday afternoon, though, is prime time for People who make New Year's resolutions tend to loser, of course, is my ego, and my checkbook is a getting ready for Monday. The problem with focus on similar items, and I am no different. These close second. If only we could purchase amendment Saturday, which is technically the Sabbath, is that can be sorted into four basic categories. of life. this is the main day for diocesan meetings. Also, in The most popular items concern personal health. I There are some things I could work on this good weather, it's a great day for yard work. How am will lose weight this year. I will exercise more. I will year. For instance, our courthouse in Springfield I going to get everything done if I give up either of eat less junk food and more fruits and vegetables. I has a marble replica of the Ten Commandments these days? will quit smoking. I won't drink so much, or I'll out front, on a prominent street corner. It reminds Truth be told, there are also several other things switch to red wine, or both. me that, though I'm pretty solid on six or seven of I need to work on this year. One stands out. In fact, The items in the second category relate to orderli- the commandments, I could work on the other there probably should be an eleventh command- ness. I will stick to my budget this year. I will organ- three. ment against it. This year, I will not rationalize (as ize my schedule. I will keep house better. I will focus I am fond of my graven images. I have four differ- much). on what's important in life. I will get out of debt. ent versions of Rodin's Thinker in my office. Two are The third category concerns new endeavors. I will gargoyles. I have icons of Christ and the Madonna Don Collins Reed is a member of Christ Church, spend more time reading. I will find a new job. I will and child. I have small statues of two manifestations Springfield, and is professor and chair of the volunteer in my community this year. I will take up of the Buddha, one male and one female. The male Department of Philosophy, Wittenberg University. photography or knitting. one is the Buddhism equivalent of the Thinker, a fifth His e-mail address is [email protected]. 11 NEWS

Editor's note: The Diocese of Southern Ohio will host the national church's General Convention in Columbus in June 2006. Each month, Interchange will feature an article about different aspects of General Convention and how we're preparing to host the gathering, considered the second-largest convention in the United States. Next month: How your congregation can prepare for General Convention. Youth invited to participate at General Convention

BY ROGER SPEER their home congregation and diocese to the different BY RACHEL FRIEND INTERCHANGE CONTRIBUTOR levels of organization within the church. INTERCHANGE CONTRIBUTOR E3: Educate, Experience, Empower is open to all E3 is an educational opportunity offered to stu- students in the Diocese of Southern Ohio who meet Come and Grow With Me is the theme for the dents entering 10-12 grade and graduated seniors to the age requirements and who wish to learn to make Children's Program for General Convention 2006, learn about how the Episcopal Church works, enjoy a difference. It is being led by a team comprised of with an experiential sub-theme of “The Lion, the the General Convention experience, and take the Episcopalians from our own diocese, Province V Witch and the Wardrobe." The children will be opportunity to offer a student's voice on issues fac- and beyond, representing all people and ages within given an age-appropriate environment to explore ing our church. It is not a youth event, like our the Episcopal Church. their faith through crafts, music, dance imagina- diocesan retreats or other national youth events, but I encourage you to register for E3, or at least con- tion, plays and worship. Children will discover a leadership initiative and gathering that will focus tact me to talk about participating or sending a del- that they have an important role at General on helping high school students transition into lead- egation from your church. This gathering is sure to Convention with “kid's work” and experiences. ership roles within our church. provide incredible worship experiences, new friends The program is open to children ages 4-12 and E3 stands for the three focus points of the event: from all over the country, new ideas about your role will have a small, per-day fee that will include ■ Educate: to teach students how to operate in an in the Episcopal Church, and hopefully change your lunch, snacks, transportation, admission fees for adult community without losing their energy and whole attitude in regard to the incredibly important field trips, equipment, supplies, coordination and passion. This includes instruction on how the part you play as a student in the Episcopal staff. We are blessed to be working with numerous church makes decisions, how to communicate effec- Church. people both in our diocese and outside. We are tively on multiple levels, and how to work within coordinating with the Diocese of Ohio, and we the existing system to bring change and support to Contact Roger Speer at 614.330.6797 also are getting help from the National Episcopal the church where it's needed. or [email protected]. Office of Children's Ministries and Christian ■ Experience: to fully integrate with the General Education and from volunteers as far away as Convention community. E3 participants will have West Virginia. visitor credentials and therefore have access to most We have two staff people for the program. parts of convention, where they will see the min- Susan McDonald is the assistant to the bishop for istries of the church in the exhibit hall, witness both ministry with young people in the Diocese of the House of Bishops and the House of Deputies, Ohio. She also serves on the board of the National and have an opportunity to speak in various hear- Association of Episcopal Christian Educators and ings. We also will encourage students to meet their is a trainer for Safeguarding God's Children. She diocesan deputation and gain insight from those has been engaged in ministry with young people who are at convention "full time." for more than 20 years and joined the diocesan ■ Empower: to send students home charged up to staff in 1996. Along with advocating for and make known the student voice in their own dioceses enjoying ministry with young people on a dioce- and congregations. Each diocesan delegation san, provincial and national level, she enjoys rais- will spend part of their last day at E3 drafting ing her daughters, Maya, Isabel and Esme with a resolution to bring to their diocesan con- her husband Sam in Shaker Heights, Ohio. ventions following General Convention. The other staff person is Rachel Friend, who They will be encouraged to become or to was asked by Bishop Price to coordinate the pro- continue serving as representatives of gram. For the past four years, she has served as coordinator of Christian formation at Trinity, Capital Square, in Columbus. She graduated with a degree in Family and Human Development from The Ohio State University. Nurturing of children has always been a passion for her. To make this program successful, we will need many volunteers. If you want to help at General Convention and feel called to this important and fun ministry, please contact Rachel Friend at BY TOM OST These too are presented to the children. [email protected] or 614.297.7420. INTERCHANGE CONTRIBUTOR This year, the outreach had bigger implications in the spirit of the season. On the Sunday after All Saints, Pleasant Ridge, has an ongoing Thanksgiving, two visitors to the parish attended the outreach program with Allison School in Sunday morning service. They were warmly greeted Norwood. The parishioners provide school sup- by the rector and the congregation. They explained plies and back to school clothes for some of the that they were passing through on their way home to very poor children in the school. Atlanta, having spent the holiday further north. They At Christmas, a “Mitten Tree” appears in the church are, coincidentally, members of All Saints, Atlanta. near the altar. On it are little cut-out gingerbread men, A week later, a large box arrived at the church each bearing the name and age of a student. This year, office. In it were wrapped packages with two of the there were 21 names. If you take one, you agree to buy Allison School students' names attached. The two a gift between $10 and $15 for the child, wrap it and visitors had taken gingerbread men off the tree, return it to the tree in time for Christmas with the gone home, shopped and joined in our outreach. child's name attached. They are distributed to the stu- Our visitors bearing gifts came from the south, dents at school just before Christmas break. not from the east as in the ancient story of the first In addition, people buy warm mittens and hats Christmas. But they came bearing the spirit of the and scarves and decorate the tree during Advent. Christ child.

Spotlight is a new feature in Interchange where staff, diocesan leaders and members of congregations are invited to send in reports about special events and exciting ministry programs. Send information - and pictures - to Richelle Thompson, 412 Sycamore St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 or by e-mail to [email protected]. 12