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'Did you rwt krww tJwt I must be in my Father's lwuse ?' (Luke 2:49b)

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Feastingon the Word above the rest. This first volume preacher's task - including The Epis­ begins conveniently with Year B, copal Church (Taylor is a priest and Preachingthe RevisedCommon Lectionary which started on the First Sunday of one of The Episcopal Church's best, YearB, Volu me1 Advent 2008, and takes us to the Last known preachers ). The text of the Adventthrough Transfiguratioo Sunday after the Epiphany ( which is readings is printed in full from the Edited by David L. Bartlett and Barbara also called in this commentary "Trans­ New Revised Standard Version, and Brown Taylor. Westminster John Knox. Pp. viii figuratio n Sunday"). The next volume here the Anglican preacher must + 463. $39.95. ISBN 978-0-664-23096-8 . for Year B is to appear shortly. beware . First, because the text of the There are some excellent helps for The unique aim of this new series is psalms will differ from the text of the preachers on the market. to provide four commentaries on each BCP, which is the text we use for the So just when one of the readings for the RCL. This liturgy; and second , because the trans­ FEASTINGthought that one had means 16 "perspectives on each lation of the NRSV is not always satis­

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On a lovely winter evening last January, the small toes on both my feet throbbed from nearly a week of walldng around, through, down and up into the streets , churches and treasures of Rome. Writer Elizabeth Bowen's sentiment that knowledge of Rome is gained from the "thinning shoe-leather" up into the entire body was more than mere rhetoric. My feet did hurt and my knowledge REMEMBER./i of Rome had barely begun. However, there was one more walk, one more jour­ Founded 1894 ney to be taken before the early-morning departure to the airport. SOLEMN MASS OF SAINT CHARLES It was the early evening on the Feast of the Epiphany. Standing on the side of 11 a.m., Saturday 31 January 2009 the road, costumed kings and wise men paraded, led by a truck holding the holy S. Stephen's Church, Providence, RI family. Speakers hung from the roof of the blessed truck emanating something The Rev'd John D. Alexander, SSC, Rector The Rev'd F. Washington Jarvis, Preaching in Italian than I assumed was the story of Christmas and hopefully, an invitation Charpentier - Messe a quatre voix to follow, because my wife and I did. Amidst the children with candles and the James Busby, Organist and Choirmaster curious onlookers, we joined the parade that began and stopped, began and Schola Cantorum supp lemented with soloists, stopped, down Via Carlo Al.berto to the Piazza Vittorio Emanuele. The air was violins, bass and continue laden with candle smoke, festivity and truck fumes. Yet we followed Mary, Followed by LUNCHEON Josep h and the Christ child, unsure of what to expect or exactly where their & ANNUAL MEETING travels would take us. $15 per person by 20 Jan. payable to S. Stephen's, Eventually we reached the piazza and were met by Italian police. I think they note 'SKCM Luncheon'. send to S. Stephen's Church, 114 George Street, were working crowd control; that or they were protecting Jesus and his family Providence RI 02906 from the emergent mass. Hemmed in by the faithful, our encounters with the For directions, please consult www.sstephens.org holy family, the kings and the wise men continued through a large projection or phone (401) 421 6702. screen beaming live the manger scene hidden behind a wall of humanity. For information on the Society, please contact: William M. Gardner, Jr., Membership Secretary The story continued to be told. I continued to be perplexed and amazed; per­ 6152 Verde Trail North, Apt D211 plexed by a story so familiar yet now to my ears so foreign and strange; amazed Boca Raton, FL 33433-2487 that every impulse in my body, from my aching toes to my engaged senses

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(Continued from previous page) believed what the prophets had said lmowledge of God stretches . that was reaching wholeness in my about the new King. He was not to be Amidst the backdrop of the threat­ vision as more and more of the faithful born in the center of things, like in the ening Herod and the powers of ancient made their exit from the piazza. I majesty of any of the basilicas of mod­ Rome, the Magi pronounced in their noticed that Jesus had fallen asleep. It ern Rome, but in Bethlehem, away journey and discovery that kings come appeared his mother might have been from the expected sites, much like a and go and nations come and go, but Mary but his father looked like one of piazza near the Termini train station God makes himself to be eternally the wise men. Oh the irony! The gentle­ and the morning markets. Having found. Even in our exhaustion from man who had been standing beside me rejoiced in their encounter with God in walking and searching , in the marrow turned and spoke what was perhaps, the flesh, the Magi returned home by of our weakened state, God is avail­ the mysterious Epiphany greeting. another route; perhaps a road less able; for he is always seen and lmown "Ciao?" That's all I could say in return. impressive than their initial trek. in the babe born in Bethlehem , the son It seem ed to work. I trust their feet hurt , too. of Mary who is revealed in the mystery I do not remember the route we took The Magi had learned through the of God as the crucified and resurrected back to our quaint apartment on Via thin-leather method of education , that Lord. This is the lesson and hope of the Dei Capocci. We still had dinner to eat. an encounter with Jesus is the begin­ Epiphany. As we meandered back, the worn ning of a new life: life in the kingdom. And the only thing I can think to say stones of ancient Rome reminded my Their gifts earned them very little is, Ciao. 0 feet of their week-long lesson in acquir­ praise or adoration , yet their ing understanding of this city. I thought endurance and faithfulness to the for­ The Rev. Lyndon Slwkespeare is the of the Magi, how they had followed the eign God of Israel placed them as wit­ recwr of All Saints Memorial Church, star to Jerusalem and there, heard and nesses to how far and wid e the Navesink, N.J.

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May 18-22, 2009 Atlanta, GA

By Joanna Seibert The service ended as we sang hymns Desmond Tutu and the cath edr al came ablaze with Barbara Brown Taylor first met Epiphan y when I was 11 or light as our candles were lighted. Like Im aybe 12 years old . A boyfri end the wise men, we continu ed to sing as Diana Butler Bass and his parents took me to visit her on we pro cessed now in the oppos ite Michael Curry an icy winter night on January 6 in the direction, recessing away from the altar mid 1950s. I sat in the candlelight in the and out into the dark night, taking our William Willimon small Epis copal church in my home­ new light out into the world beyond the Adam Hamilton town in tidewater Vrrginia and heard cathedral. her ancient liturgy and her hauntin g That Janu ary 6 I stayed with Joseph Lowery mystic melodies. As we walked out of Epiphan y and she has been my com­ Thomas Long the small-town, white, wooden church panion for 40 years. Each year we con­ into the bitter cold Janu ary night carry­ tinue to celebrate her gifts 12 days after Brian McLaren ing our small candl es, the first winter 's the feast day of Christmas. She is a Walter Brueggemann snow also came down to celebrate her. reminder of God's coming, God's pres- Anna Florence Epiphan y led me to an experi ence I wanted to have again and again. Fred Craddock Epiphan y revealed to me a living pres­ She is a reminder Raphael Warnock ence, a God, greater than myself that was also greate r than time, eminent and of God's com ing, Brian Blount trans cendent . But like many epipha­ God's presence Barbara Lundblad nies, I soon became caught up in grow­ ing up and going to school and to the entire world, Otis Moss Ill succee ding in life and let her slip away not just to a chosen few. Craig Barnes and did not again seek her out for many years until I was a junior in medical Thomas Traeger school. I was studying and working at a ence to the entire world, not just to a and many morel frantic pace. My marri age had recently chosen few. We are stre ngth ened by failed. I felt alone, exhauste d, and dam­ worshiping in new and old ways, the aged. I was open to Epiphany's call. manif estat ion of the living, eminent, Good Preacher.com I connected to the dean of the Epis­ incarna te God, and as we also are [email protected] copal cathedral in Memphis, William strength ened and enlightened, we are Dimmick, and he led me by the hand called to take that light, that love, that back to her feast day, this time in St. enlightenmen t, out into a world that is Mary's Cath edral . This Jan uary 6 the often cold and exhauste d, and dark and darke ned stone church was packed damaged and lonely. See with young peo ple. Now I heard haunt­ Epiphany yearly also shows us one GoodPreacher.com ing ancient as well as conte mporary more revelation. Out in the world, we for free preaching music. A priest of the Greek Ortho dox see her path in the dark night more Chur ch read the gospel in Greek At this clearly bec ause of her great light from resources from service, three orn ate ly adorned wise so many more candles than our own Garrison Keillor and men sang as they slowly and majesti­ light. 0 cally processe d down the long center Fred Craddock. aisle of the nave and laid their gifts on The Rev. Joanna Seibert i,s deacon at Go to Share It! the memorial altar. Trinity Cathedral, Litlle Rock, Ark.

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ExecutiveDirector Named for THE L1v1NGCHURCH Christopher Wells, newly minted (http ://covenant -communion.com), a Ph.D. in theology from the University movement of Christians committed to of Notre Drune, has been nruned exec­ the renewal of the church catholic by utive director of the Living Church returning to the scriptural, sacramen­ Foundation. tal, and missionary heart of obedie nt The appointment of Dr. Wells was discip leship. announced by the Rev. Thomas A. At present he is a "scholar-in-mis ­ Fraser, president of the board of direc­ sion" in the Diocese of Dallas, and in tors of the foundation, and is part of a the spring he will teach at the Angli­ restructure of the foundation 's staff . can seminary in Grahamstown, South Dr. Wells will succeed David Kalve­ Africa, College of the Transfiguration. lage, who is retiring as executive edi­ Dr. Wells has published articles on tor of THELrv!NG CHUR CH. ecclesiology and ecumenism in sev­ "Dr. Christopher Wells is one of the eral academic journals as well as TLC, most gifted and enthusiastic young and he has delivered papers and made Episcopalians in the church, " Fr. presentations at a number of events, Fraser said. "I am delighted to have including one sponsored by the Angli­ him now at THE LMNGCHUR CH, and can Communion Institute in Toronto, enormously excited about the ways in Canada, in November. which he will be able to lead the foun­ The Living Church photo Member of Special Commission Dr. Wells will assume his duties at THE LIVING dation in serving all Anglicans every­ CHURCHafter General Convention . where. " He was a member of the Special Dr. Wells is a native of Grand Commission on The Episcopal Church istry , the board of examining chap­ Rapids , Mich. He graduated from St. and the Anglican Communion by lains, and the search committee for a Olaf College and earned a master's appointment of the Presiding Bishop canon to the ordinary . degree at Yale Divinity School. He and the president of the House of Dr. Wells is a friend of the Anglican completed his doctorate last month at Deputies, and a co-author of the com­ Centre in Rome, a fellow of the Episco­ Notre Dame, where he specialized in mission 's report, One Baptism, One pal Church Foundation, and a former the history of Christian theology Hope in God's Call, published prior to visiting fellow at the Episcopal Theo­ ( especially Thomas Aquinas) and the the General Conventio n in 2006. logical Seminary of the Southwest. 20th-century ecumenical movement. In the Diocese of Northern Indiana , The Living Church Foundatio n is He has lectured wide ly throughout he was a deputy to the 75th Gener al the publis her of THE 1rvI NG CHURCH The Episcopal Church , and taught a Convention , and is a deputy to the magazine, The Episcopal Choir Direc ­ course on ecumenical theo logy at 76th convention , to be held in Ana­ tor's Handbook, and flluminations, Notre Dame in 2004-5. He is a co­ heim Calif., in July, and also served as and is the operator of the Living founder of the website Covenant a member of the commiss ion on min- Church News Service website. QuincyC larifiesNew Rolesof the Bishopand the Diocese The standing committee of the Dio­ president of the standing committee Church who need care from orthodox cese of Quincy recently clarified its and vicar general. Canon den bishops. " relationship with The Episcopal Blaauwen added that Bishop Acker­ Canon den Blaauwe n said Bishop Church and its former bishop , the Rt. man serves as one of seven lead bish­ Ackerman has accepted a part -time Rev. Keith L. Ackerman , who resigned ops of the Commo n Cause Partnership position as an assisting bishop in the as bishop of the diocese Nov. 1. in his role as pres ident of Forward in Diocese of Springfie ld, a role that will "Bishop Ackerman fully supports Faith/North America . That organiza ­ allow him to contin ue to work with those of us who have realigned with tion has worked for almost two orthodox Anglicans who have not cho­ the Province of the Southern Cone decades for the creation of a tradi­ sen to join the new province that is and who are moving forward, as part tional Anglican province in the U.S. forming. of the Common Cause Partnership , to "The new province I have long sup­ Canon den Blaauwen said Bishop build a united , orthodox Anglican ported is now becom ing a reality ," Ackerman plans to relocate to the Dal­ province here in the U.S. and Canada," Bishop Ackerman said, "but there are las'Fort Worth area to be closer to his said the Rev. Canon Ed den Blaauwen , still churches in The Episcopal children and grandchildren.

18 THE LIVING CHURCH · JANUARY 4. 2009 BishopHenderson SetsRetirement Date The Rt. Rev. Dorsey F. Henderson , Jr., Bishop of Upper South Carolina since 1995, called for the election of his successor at a meeting of the diocesan counc il on Dec. 13. Assum­ ing that canonically required consents to his announce­ ment are forthcom­ ing from a simple majority of bishops with jurisdiction, Bishop Henderson St. Paul's Church photo Bishop Henderson said he will resign effective on either Mary Roehrich, a member of the standing committee, and the Rt. Rev. David Jones, Bishop Suf­ the day the new bishop is consecrated fragan of Virginia, during the Eucharist at Pittsburgh 's reorganizing convention . or Dec. 31, 2009, whichever is first. In a pastoral letter sent to members Re-EstablishedPittsburgh Diocese Convenes of the diocese and published on the The Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh assistant to reorganizing dioceses. diocesan website, Bishop Henderson held its reorganizing convention Dec. Bishop Jefferts Schori briefly greeted said he had come to the conclus ion 13-14 at St. Paul's Church in Mt. participants in a video recording that he had done about all he lmew Lebanon, Pa. The special convention, shown during the convention. how to do and that it was time for "Coming Together in Faith," adopted a The Rev. James Simons, president of someone else to lead the Diocese of budget and elected more than 50 peo­ the standing committee, set the tone Upper South Carolina into the next ple to positions vacated by those who for the convention in his state of the level of Christian discipleship. followed Bishop Robert Duncan out of diocese address. Referring to Ecclesi­ "When, following our diocesan con­ The Episcopal Church after convention astes 3:5, Fr. Simons declared , "I would vention last October, I met with the voted Oct. 4 to realign with the Angli­ like to suggest that we end the season newly formed diocesan executive can Province of the Southern Cone. of stone throwing and enter into a new council, and recognized their enthusi ­ Twenty-seven congregations sent season - one in which stones are gath­ asm, their commitment, the efficiency voting deputations to the meeting, ered, gathered so that we might rebuild of our present commission structure , including Trinity Cathedral, which pre­ what has been torn down." and progress we have all made by viously announced plans to serve as Fr. Simons announced that the God's grace and your ministry - I rec­ the cathedral for both dioceses and had standing committee had signed a letter ognized that it was time for us to take sent deputies to the convention of the of agreement with the Rt. Rev. Robert the next step," he said. "Upper South Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh (Angli­ Hodges Johnson, former Bishop of Carolina needs a bishop who can can) as well. Deputies approved a Western North Carolina, to serve as cooperate with you, and provide $789,198 budget for 2009. The amount assisting bishop through July 2009. appropriate episcopal leadership, in includes a grant of $270,000 from The The convention adopted resolutions moving into the next level of Christian Episcopal Church. to ratify previous actions taken by the discipleship . Special guests included Bishops standing committee , to waive the "It is also true that my ministry as a Nathan Baxter of Central Pennsylva­ required deadlines for nominations and member and then president of the nia, Paul Marshall of Bethlehem, Sean resolutions, to consolidate regional Title IV [disciplinary] Review Commit­ Rowe of Northwestern Pennsylvania, parish groupings from eight to six, and tee of The Episcopal Church absorbed and David Jones, Bishop Suffragan of to re-establish accession of the diocese some physical, emotional and spiritual Vrrginia,who had been retained by the to the constitution and canons of The energy, and dulled somewhat the edge Episcopal Diocese of Pittsburgh as a Episcopal Church. No debate was of my creativity. It has not, however, special consultant. Other guests needed for approval of the four resolu­ reduced my love of the Lord and the included the Ven. Richard Cluett, tions, which attracted no negative Lord's church, nor the sheer joy I have recently named by Presiding Bishop votes and only a single abstention. as a deacon, priest and bishop." Katharine Jefferts Schori as pastoral Lionel Deimel

JANUARY 4. 2009 • THE LIVING CHURCH 19 PrimatesSay Archbishop WilliamsWon't Help or HinderNew Province Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams will neither assist nor hinder attempts to create a new Anglican province in North An1erica, according to five primates who met with him recently in London. The five primates are all members of the Global Anglican Future Confer­ ence (GAFCON) primates counci l. They included Archb ishop Benjamin Nzimbi of Kenya, Archbishop Peter Akinola of igeria, Archbishop Emmanuel Kolini of Rwanda, Presid­ D'Arcy Orde photo ing Bishop Gregory Venables of the The lab~rinth at St. David's Church, Caldwell, Idaho, was dedicated Nov. 17 for an additional use as a hehpad for West Valley Medical Center, across the street from the church. Southern Cone, and Arc hbishop Henry Orombi of Uganda. A variety of subjects were covered during their five-hour meeting, includ­ RioGrande Drops Network Affiliation ing the boycott of the Lambeth Con­ ference by more than 200 Anglican The standing committee of the Dio­ The withdrawal of the Rio Grande, bishops, the proposed Anglican cese of the Rio Grande has voted unan­ which did not send any representa­ Covenant, and the concern felt by imous ly to disaffiliate from the tives to the annual council meeting, many Global South leaders with inno­ Anglican Communion Networ k leaves eight of the original 10 dioceses vations to doctrine and discip line The decision, which was also nominally in the organization. Four of being undertaken by The Episcopal endorsed by the area and cathedral the original 10 founding dioceses - Church and the Anglican Church of deans, was made following the Net­ Fort Worth, Pittsburgh, Quincy and Canada work's annual council meeting in Over­ San Joaquin - have withdrawn from land Park, Kan., Dec. 8-9. The Episcopal Church. No Authority "In 2004, the standing committee Network leadership approved a res­ Archbishop Williams also expressed had expressed support for the work of olution to incorporate its finances and concern about the ongoing border the Anglican Communio n Network in operations into the new province incurs ions by overseas primates, to providing a place within The Episcopal which has been proposed for North which the primates offered the pro­ Church where those of a more conser­ America That transition is to happen posed new province as a solution. But within the next months. The reso lution vative outlook could find a place of meeting participants who spoke with encouragement for their mission and also committed the Network to "enter the Church of England Newspaper into conversation with that part of the ministry within the church, " the stand­ said Archbishop Williams was not membership of the Anglican Commun­ ing committee said. "As the Diocese of asked for his approval of the province . ion Network remaining in The Episco­ the Rio Grande looks toward the Legal advice previous ly given to Arch­ future, and particular ly as it works pal Church as to whether they might bishop Williams determined that he desire to take upon themse lves the toward electing its next bishop, the does not have the authority to make or standing committee felt increasingly 01iginal mantle of the Anglican Com­ disenfranchise provinces independ­ that the work of the Anglican Com­ munion Network ," which was meant to ently of the primates' meeting and the be an organization dedicated to inter­ munion Network no longer served the Anglican Consultative Council. constructive purposes hoped for in the nal reform of The Episcopal Church. 2004 resolution. Bishop John Howe of Central "The support of the Anglican Com­ Florida withdrew his Network affilia­ tion about six months ago in favor of munion Network for the creatio n of a For other news, including separate Anglican church in North affiliation with the Anglican Commun­ America, announced on Dec. 3, served ion Institute . The remaining four Net­ diocesan convention as the catalyst for the action of the work dioceses are Albany, Dallas, reports, see pages 37 to 40 standing committee at its meeting. " South Carolina and Springfield.

20 THE LIVING CHUR.CH · JANUAR.Y 4. 2009 That We All May Be One These congregations do more than just cooperate .

By James Hamilton

The decision to merge churches of differing denominatio ns can be inspired by necessity, mutual mission or ecclesiastical edict. Any of these initial reasons for shared ministry can result in a con­ gregation growing and thriving. But there is a need for care. Mend­ ing generations of denominational fragmentation takes patience and a prayerful heart, for there are plenty of stories of ecumenical alliances that have ended in petty bickering and brokenness. The following are examples of churches that are making it work Their circumstances are each unique, but they all share an understanding that a common community requires a common sense of God's calling. A Tenacious Church "Christ calls us to be one, and I think we have to have the mind of Christ to be a part of this kind of community," the Rev. David LaSalle said as he reflected on his past 11 years of ministry at Holy Apostles' Anglican Roman Catholic Church in Virginia Beach, Va He uses words like "lean," "flexible," and "transparent" to praise this 30-year ecumenical experiment joining Roman Catholic and Episcopal congregations. It may seem unwieldy to a visitor, but when the eucharistic prayer starts, two services are celebrated at two altars simultane­ ously. "We sync up again at the Memorial Acclamation, " Fr. LaSalle explains about the synchronous celebrations. He suggests that the separation of the two altars at opposite sides of the nave helps the parish form a stronger bond in mission. "The community is full of love," he says. "It has to be . We are already fractured because we Young member of Good Shepherd Church, Galax, Va. [p 23]. can't be at table together. " This intentional tension was the product of a friendship and vision of an Episcopal bishop and a Roman Catholic bishop in the late '70s. Instead of waiting for broad ecumenical change from governing authorities , the parish has decided to boldly exemplify Mending ge nerations Christ's unified body. Fr. LaSalle is willing to accompany any com­ munity that would like to try the same experiment in audacious of de nominational ecumenism. Because of canon, there is a need for two priests, one fragme ntation Roman Catholic and one Episcopal , at each celebration . Radically Hospitable takes patience a nd Almost two hours from a major city and hemmed in by a ridge­ line and the sea, the people of Gualala, Calif., speak proudly of a prayerful heart. their self-reliance. There has been a long Episcopal tradition in (Cont inued on next page)

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(Continued from previous page) Gualala, but not enough elements to a merging of two comm unities. "Just critical mass to warrant a having the liturgy fully printed out in the bulletin is church. Instead of being a big advantage. That is a very basic, missional defeated, a retired Episco­ thing." Many merging congregations choose to take pal priest, the Rev. Peter elements of both liturgical traditions and mix them Farmer, and a Lutheran The Rev. Walter Pieper (left) of the ELGA and together in a full order of worship, both retaining missioner decided to cre­ the Rev. Gillett Bechtel, an Episcopal priest, the words of two traditions and fusing them into a concelebrate at Shepherd by the Sea ate a hybrid congregation. Church, Gualala, Calif. new worship style. With blessings from both bishops, Shepherd by the Sea Episcopal Lutheran Church Open to Change was born. The Rev.Annie Ryder is reluctant to offer Christ Epis­ Anticipating the move to common mission between the copal-Tonity Lutheran in Sheffield, Mass., as a template two denominations, parishioner Jim Jordan says, "You for how to make two churches one. "It's wrong to make have to say to yourself, God is calling us all to witness in cookie cutters out of circumstance," she puts it But there the world, to understand our ministry as being larger than are real lessons to be learned from how Christ Episcopal our denomination , and so now the issue becomes one of was attuned to the needs in its community. how do we do that, making the best use of the resources Trinity Lutheran God has given us in the community, in this place?" was struggling, facing Their creative style doesn't stop there. Members wor­ the nearly certain real­ ship at a Roman Catholic church where instead of paying ity of closing its doors. rent, their contiibution goes entirely into an outreach But part of Christ fund for those in need. Even though they voted recently Church's ministry has to become a member of the Diocese of Northern Califor­ always been to infil­ nia for ease of governance, they operate under a covenant trate its community. created by the Lutheran synod and the diocese to protect "We want to be visi­ their Lutheran identity. ble," Ms. Ryder said. "We have always Communion at Christ Episcop al-Trinity Without a priest or building to define them, Mr. Jordan Lutheran Church, Sheffield, Mass. suggests a more essential ecclesiology. "God has given us passed out water at the capabilities," he says. "It is up to us to use them. God parades and had hot dog picnics for the community." But has given us all the capabilities needed to be who we this time it wasn't water or hot dogs: Christ Church need to be where we are." offered Tonity a home. Adjustments were made to empha­ size the welcome of Tonity, so its members did not feel Being Relevant like they were being forced to become Episcopal. Two "Merging parishes forces you to do certain things that crosses process down the aisle. Lutheran banners are each denomination should be doing anyway," says the given places of honor during worship. Rev. Ian Reed-Twiss with characteristic frankness. Holy One of the secrets to the success of this merger was in Faith Episcopal Lutheran Church, Saline, Mich., merged preparation. Both the former pastor of Tonity Lutheran , by wading into ecumenism . Faith Lutheran and Holy the Rev. Steven Edmiston , and the bishop who had Cross Episcopal shared a building for several years for planted the church participated in making the transition financial reasons. When the one of celebration in both sustained history and new min­ Episcopal priest died, the istry. As Ms. Ryder suggests to anyone looking at dimin­ Lutheran pastor helped sup­ ishing funds and dwindling attendance, "Maybe God has port the community in transi­ something different in store for you." tion. So the two congregations that became Everyoneis Invited one in 2004 were far from He thought that his call to active ministry may have , strangers. been over, but the Rev. Jim Drury still needed to meet and Fr. Reed-Twiss refuses to serve the people of Ascension St. Matthew's in Price, Utah. be bogged down by the Here was an obvious continuation of God's nudging The Rev. Ian Reed-Twiss officiates at an out- makeup of the parish. He sug­ toward ecumenis m. Recently hired as a Lutheran leader in door Mass for Holy Faith Church, Saline, Mich. gests that you have to have this mixed churc h, Pastor Drury will have to call on the "three feet - one foot planted in each denomination, but lessons he learned in Sitka, Alaska, where all denomina­ one foot planted in the world. You still have to be aware tions work together in service and worship (from Russian of the newcomer coming from the culture in which the Orthodox to his Lutheran congregatio n). church is placed. More important than combining Pastor Drury, author, poet and all-round creative churches is finding ways to make the church relevant." thinker , seems a perfect match for this innovative parish. He suggests that liturgy is one of the most important Ascension St. Matthew's had a fairly traditional collabora-

22 THE LIVING CHURCH · IANUARY 4. 2009 Michigan Model The Rt. Rev. Wendell Gibbs, Bishop of Michigan, models how Episcopal dioceses and Lutheran synods should work together toward common goals. "We have all kinds of Lutherans and Episcopalians serving in our diocese ," he says before rattling off all the shared parishes of different sorts. But the collaboration goes beyond parish leadership . tion stocy with an outreach twist. The The Lutheran synod has offered to share its youth camp, to house a satellite diocesan Lutherans were meeting in the base­ office in its new headquarters , and to collaborate on important lobbying initiatives for ment of the Episcopal church. So statewide social justice issues. In an annual meeting the leaders of Michigan diocese and when the building was deemed unfit synods discuss new initiatives that will benefit from collaboration. "We are easily crossing and the parish moved, the Lutheran boundaries, " the bishop amends himself, "or rather , there are no boundaries and we are church became part of the family. working together in so many ways." Many dioceses are finding creative ways to work Still, after the two congregations were a.cross denominational lines as one body. folded together, they realized that there was a strong third component: People who wanted solution (there is a weekly ecumenical service and bi­ to worship with them but, for reasons of the Mormon cul­ weekly Lutheran and Episcopal Eucharist at the early ture in Price were reluctant to quickly pledge allegiance to service) . either denomination . Did it work? Parishioner Barbara Warren remembered TheyAll Need Each Other a recent committee that needed to designate the denomi­ The Rev. Helen Beasley has a calming, pastoral tone to nation affiliation of each member. The committee sat in her voice, a quiet strength she uses to guide Good Shep­ front of a list of members and mused , "How are we going herd Episcopal Lutheran, Galax, Va Good Shepherd Epis­ to remember who is who at this point?" Finding leader­ copal was formed 31 years ago and met with 14 members ship that can embrace the ecumenical work of a parish is in an "upper room" of the juvenile probation offices in key to its continued growth. Galax. This small group showed their determination to thrive by picking apples and mulling them into cider to Focuson the Big Stuff sell, raising funds for a church building. Trinity Ecumenical in Moneta, Va, was the natural pro­ By 1989, Good Shepherd was still a small but fiercely gress ion of a Bible study where friends didn't want to driven Episcopal mission. Then the Rev. Stanrod break up into their denominational units. Moneta is a Carmichael, vicar, attended an ELCA meeting to discuss a young community, envisioned as a retirement destination Lutheran church plant in the Galax area Pastor Beasley in the 1960s, so there are no historical churches that have relays the thoughts of the first Lutheran leader, Dr. Robert collapsed into one. Trinity is an intentional ecume nical Walker: "What began as a suggestion that the two disci­ church plant plines might plan to share premises became a hope that a The Rev. Gacy K Scheidt, Presbyterian, is the head of more integral unity might be achieved . Lutherans and four different entities in a covenant agreement There is an Episcopalians began to share services. " Episcopal vestry-, a Lutheran Today, Pastor Beasley serves a parish with astounding council, and a Presbyterian ses­ outreach capability for its size. Her vision is to bring in the sion that all fall under the spirit of Christ that is more encompassing than one umbrella of Trinity Ecumenical. denomination. And when she proclaims , "They all need Seem complicated? Dr. Scheidt each other," she sums up the pastoral heart of all ecu­ was immediately "blown away" menical experiments. Christ calls us to be one because we by the congregation's enthusiasm all need ea.ch other. 0 to make this arrangement work Their attitude from the beginning James Hamilton is a qraduat,e of Seabury-Western Theo­ was "This is our vision, a God­ wgical Seminary working at St. Mark's Church, Glen given vision, and you can either Ellyn, Ill. Children's activities at Trinity Ecu- help or get out of the way." menical Church, Moneta, Va. Dr. Scheidt reflects that mem- The new building for Good bers' drive was missiological in origin and the towering Shepherd Church, Galax, Va. import of that mission dwarfs all theological disputes . , "There is much more conflict within ea.ch denomination than between any of them," he explains, "so the challenge is dealing with the broad theo logical diversity within each theological group." When Episcopalians , Lutherans, and Presbyterians all merge, some might suggest they are cre­ ating their own non-denominational hybrid. Dr. Scheidt is quick to correct "The one thing they did not want to do was be an unbranded community church," he said. It was the "Spirit-led" creation of a covenant document that is the key to their continued harmony in tension. Then prob­ lems, like Presbyterians not being in full communion with the other two churches, are met with creative and decisive The Trinity Choristers, led by Diane Caruso, Director of Music at Trinity. Doug Benoit photo Everyone Gets Involved Trinity Church, Asbury Pork, N.J.,grows as the work is spread around

By WillyThorn had a fall and broke my shoulder in March. I was so badly hurt I did not get to church for three full months. That ost churches have unique personalities. The Rev. first time back I was overjoyed. I wanted to share that MDavid Stout, rector of Trinity Church, Asbury happiness." Park, N.J., says his church's personality is reflective of the "For those with heavy loads, going through dark times, people in his neighborhood. mired deep in the valley ... seeing God's light in others "There's a definite grittiness to life in Asbury," Fr. Stout gives them hope," Fr. Stout said. "It tells them, 'I can make obseived. "The people are hard working, they love to it, too.'" laugh, and clap on a dime, especially when they have Honoring celebrations is just one example of an inten­ something to give thanks for." tionality that helps Trinity maintain diversity, Fr. Stout That thankful spirit caught Fr. Stout by surprise when said. he arrived at the parish. "It's an interesting , eclectic parish family," he said. "I had to get used to a pause before the Great Celebra­ "People are drawn here by the diversity: white, black, gay, tion," he said. "They've always taken a moment to honor straight, young, old, married, single, partnered. Most are individual celebrations. Last Sunday, 18 people came up: middle -aged , holding down jobs, juggling fanulies. " A new driver's license. An "A" in school. A taekwondo To meet the needs of this eclectic group, the parish belt. Twenty years of sobriety. Someone who was diag­ offers "blended" liturgy. nosed with AIDS 10 years ago and is still here today. "We even put together our own hymnal , with music Birthdays and anniversaries. Successful surgery. " that works well in this space," he said. "We have infor­ The tradition was started by a previous rector, accord­ mality and warmth, without losing reverence. There's a ing to longtime parishioner Marie Cooper. lot of flexibility and fluidity, but people are comfortable "People quickly can1e to love it," she said. "It is a with it." chance for them to share, and to be supported and He said Trinity "leans on the high-church side," but embraced. For some, especially the lonely and disenfran­ admits, "it's a flip-flop high; a very relaxed high. We chised, it is a wonderful way to feel connected. process. We have cathedral -style worship, with banners "I am a very private person, so I have only gone up to waving, but we also do a beach Mass in July and August the altar twice," Ms. Cooper confessed. "The first time called 'The Mass on the Grass with Brass.' People on the was for my 50th birthday. The second time was this year. I boardwalk stop and join us."

24 THE LIVING CHURCH · IANUARY 4. 2009 The Rev. Susan Osborne-Mott , assistant rector, at the Peace on Easter Day. Trinity Chureh photo

Tarnished ·Jewel" Trinity hasn't always been this diverse. In 1996, when Marie Cooper arrived at Trinity, hers was one of just four families with young children. "The congregation mostly consisted of older people who had been stal­ warts for years, some gay couples who had been shunned elsewhere, and the severely mentally ill and/or homeless who would wander in," she recalled . "Sunday morning attendance averaged like New York, where your neighbors and co-workers six people at 8 a.m. and approximately 30-40 at 10. come from many varied traditions, the only way to live "Because we were such a small group, we becan1e very together is to learn about each other. rm a firm believer close. Our greatest bond was that we loved Trinity that diversity of clergy voices adds to diversity of parish." Church." Fr. Stout has put that principle into practice by putting The century-old, English Gothic church is a remnant of together a team of clergy. The Rev. Susan Osborne-Mott is the days when Asbury Park was '"The Jewel of the Jersey assistant rector, and is joined by the Rev. Tom Conway, a Shore' ," Fr. Stout said. "It retired priest who served as the parish's interim rector; was one of many gems the Rev. Macy Frances Schjonberg, an Episcopal Life between New York and media correspondent; Deacon Gail Bennett ; the Rev. Tom Atlantic City where people Pivinski , a Roman Catholic priest; and the Rev. Bill could escape the heat of Forbes, a Presbyterian minister. Mr. Forbes assists with summer. stewardship and adult formation. Fr. Pivinski is chorister "But that was before peo­ chaplain and assists with adult formation. Both also par­ ple could fly off to Disney­ ticipate in the weekend preaching rota. land," he said. "All that "Everyone preaches," Fr. Stout said. "Hopefully in the changed. The median mix, you find someone you connect with. " income dropped. A lot of Fr. Stout said another lesson learned at St. Bart's is to people moved away and facilitate connections to the sacred. "What often gets in passed away. Asbury Park the way of that is the church," he admitted. "When we're had a high crime rate. There unwilling to meet people where they're at, we miss oppor­ Some of the congregation of Trinity were porn shops and adult tunities to connect. (At Trinity) we make clergy available Church gather outside after the theatres three blocks from for coffee, and offer newcomer courses regularly so peo­ Eucharist. Trinity Chureh photo here." ple can learn about the parish and its traditions." Ms. Cooper said the changes were disheartening. He also believes the parish must share its vision with "The church was literally crumbling around us and the wider community. there was no money to maintain or repair things," she "You have to be aggressive in communicating what said. "Activities of the past - fund raising, socials, and God is doing," he said. "We do press releases and fliers. formal dinners - no longer occurred. The city had On the first Sunday of the month, we show up in Asbury changed drastically from a thriving resort to a depressed Park's downtown with "Ask a Priest Anything" banners. city full of crime and poverty. It really seemed possible On our webpage, we post opportunities for people to that Trinity might not survive." serve and put their faith into action." Fr. Stout said that while many aspects of St Bart's Turn-around model have worked at Trinity, others have not "Asbury Park is just a different community," he said. In the years since Fr. Stout's arrival, Trinity's average "The crime rate is high, so getting anybody downtown at Sunday attendance has quadrupled. Pledging units have night didn't work. That means evening programs were dif­ increased 450 percent, and the gross pledged amount has ficult to make happen. Also, a significant number of risen 600 percent. He said that his time serving as associ­ parishioners are here only on weekends . How do you do ate priest for member incorporation at St. Bartholomew's choir rehearsal on Thursdays ? This season we elinlinated Church, New York City, taught hin1 the principles essen­ it, and just extended Sunday rehearsals. It continues to be tial for resurrecting Trinity. something with which we are finding our way." "We had five services every Sunday at St. Bart's, all Fr. Stout said Trinity's standard approach is to "provide liturgically distinct," he said. "All clergy were out front 20 means for people to participate in whatever way they are minutes before every service, setting the tone. In a place (Continued on page 41)

JANUARY 4. 2009 · THE LIVING CHURCH 25 ~.,, t Laying of the cornerstone in 1941.

How We Captured Our Parish's History

By Martha Prince our primary touch with the past. She wrote about the early days from her viewpoint, was videotaped, and kept s family elders tell stories of their forebears to the all sorts of memorabilia Ayounger generation, a parish family can do the In the '90s, two of us went through the parish archives. same. Perhaps this account of organizing, displaying, What should archives consist of? The basic contents and writing a parish history may be of help to others. would be legal papers, records of baptisms, weddings and

My husband 1 Jack, and I have been active members funerals, and vestry records. To bring the story to life, of Christ Church, Whitefish Bay, WIS., for more than 50 however, the newsletter files, along with photos, clip­ years . Christ Church was started in 1931. After just 25 pings, and recordings, are a major addition. years, a good parish history was written by There is usually some conflict in an office Frederic Sammond, one of the founders. It between "pack rats" and those who want to told the story of the struggles of a small clear things out A parish should have some group to start a suburban church during rules to be passed on from leader to leader, the Depression, and to build a building dur­ specifying which material should be kept His­ ing World War II and later. torians tend to be pack rats, but someone People often think of history as "the needs to go through all the stuff and put it in olden days," which in our case would be order, avoid duplication, and try to identify that first 25 years. A lot has gone on at and date pictures. Christ Church since 1956, however, and we A recent problem we encountered is how to have taken on the task of bringing the story archive material which comes off the parish up to date. Often anniversaries bring to Cover image from An website. We haven't solved that yet Digital Illustrated History of photos are on computer discs. Historians mind the idea of parish history. At the time Christ Church, Whitefish of the parish's 50th anniversary in 1981, I Bay, Wis. 1931-2008 should think in long time frames, however, filled part of a shoe box with note cards and computers, their operating systems, and based on reading through 50 years of our monthly "Mes­ their word processing programs change too frequently. senger" newsletters. The material sat for another 25 Discs are too fragile for long-term archival storage. years. Important material should be kept in hard copy. If clip­ Meanwhile, others had been saving clippings, pro­ pings or photos are disintegrating, they should be copied grams and directories and making photo albums. One of as well. our founders, Helen Barnes, lived to be 100 and became What is the point of keeping this material? It should be

1(, THE LIVING CHURCH · JANUARY 4. 2009 The first building for Christ Church, later knownas the Little White Church . brought before the parish from time to time. On several parish anniversaries we made displays of some of our photos with explanatory paragraphs on foam-core boards set up on tables. Scrapbooks went on the tables below. In 2006, at the start of our parish's celebration of its 75th anniversary, the slogan "Celebrate the Past­ Focus on the Future" was adopted. Articles on the church's history were presented in our monthly "Mes­ senger" newsletter on such topics as worship, women's activities, youth trips, and choir. These articles ran dur­ ing our anniversary year, when several former rectors and other clergy were invited to return. At some point, we felt that we had the beginnings of a 75-year history book We decided to write and publish the book ourselves . We took a risk that we will sell enough copies to pay for the printing, after which any profit will go to the parish. Portions or all of the book were read by a number of people, and our current rec­ tor, the Rev. Lee Downs, wrote a foreword , but we decided we would rather take responsibility for the writing and expense ourselves. While the computer is a great improvement over what the process of writing our story would have been 50 years ago, it also can be a great deal of work, espe­ cially for someone not trained in making page layouts , incorporating text or photographs. Word processors and publishing programs in current computer program suites (such as Office) can be used, but it would be eas­ ier to work with one of the programs capable of for­ Outdoor Eucharists in 1973 (above) and 2008 (below). matting words and photos. While historical accuracy and storytelling ability are principal requirements in a The entire process may sound daunting to anyone parish history, the story can be obscured if the visual thinking of working on a parish history . Any part of the design of the book is not well done. A historian may process, however, is a step in the right direction. If a wish to find a gifted parishioner or a professional parish is much older than ours, its stories from the early designer for this part of the process. days may be difficult to find, or non-existent. Events of When considering the layout of the book , advice is 20 or 40 years ago, though , are also part of its history. If available from online publishing companies. We had you consciously collect clippings and pictures, date and planned to have the book published by an online identify them, and ask older members to tell their sto­ printer, but when we were nearly done we found that a ries, you will be storing material for future historians. local printer would do it for less, allowing us to check Now our task is to organize the material we have page proofs for color, and saving shipping costs. been using which has piled up at home and get it back We managed to have copies available for initial sale a to the church. We will try to leave the archives in a state month before Christmas. Besides current parishioners, in which a future historian can use. History is never we aim to sell the book to former parishioners and chil­ ~a 0 dren who grew up in the parish. If there are copies still around in 10 years, they can be made available for new Martha Prince is a member of Christ Church, White­ members. fish Bay, Wis.

JANUARY 4. 2009 • THE LIVING CHURCH 27 LKI About Money

Focus on -Stewa rdship as mu c-h a s Jesus d1d .

By Kurt H. Dunkle

Before attending seminary, I served as a stewardship consultant for a few churches in the Diocese of Florida. I loved to tell my family's own stewardship story and how it changed our lives for the better. I even had a pretty good sermon and I liked to talk about how money is one of the chief windows to our spiritual lives. I loved explaining how we are all one of the three types of givers: grudge givers, duty givers or joy givers. As I went through each category, I could always see the listeners totting up in their heads which type of giver they were. Surprisingly, most of us landed firmly - and proudly - on the "duty-giver" square. I particularly enjoyed shattering that image of "duty" as God's goal for us.

28 THE LIVING CHURCH · JANUARY 4. 2009 Talking about stewardship was exciting to me because Stewardship is about trusting God. Alas, that doesn't so many of us think only about stewardship as "dues" or come naturally for us. We are not automatically wired "support" for the church. I suspect most in the congrega­ that way. Maybe we were at one point, but something tion thought, "We must give because it's our duty ... then came loose in the big fall. Or, perhaps it's something in he'll stop talking about it until next October." But over our very Episcopalian definition of sin, the "seeking of many years of trial and error ( admittedly, mostly error on our own will instead of the will of God, thus distorting my part), I have come to realize that there is much better our relationship with God, with other people, and with news about stewardship around the proverbial corner. It all creation" (BCP, p. 848). This trusting -God stuff is hard really is the good news. work because it pierces our well-crafted armor of self­ Upon arriving in New York City a few years ago, I was interest. Trusting God with our money takes practice. called to go back to Jacksonville to lead a vestry and But, the good news is that we have all begun this prac­ church through some more intensive examination of tice. We share and risk by that sharing all the time . We their total stewardship . Before leaving for the airport one just don't realize it. afternoon, I encountered an older lady at church who Think about encountering something so wonderful asked where I was going. "To Jacksonville," I replied, "to that keeping it to yourself simply doesn't work We can't lead a vestry retreat on stewardship." Surprisingly, she do it. The news of a first pregnancy simply must be said, "I hope you are not going to spend all your time shared well before the "safe time" of the beginning of the talking about money." second trimester. News that good just can't stay resident I assured her, "Only as much as Jesus did." inside us for long. Or think about the last time you found She seemed quite satisfied with the answer. I bet she a truly wonderful new restaurant. Or played a fantastic found some comfort in the fact that new golf course . The first thing we surely Jesus wouldn't talk about I think the reason do with that information is to tell money all the time. Well, as they say our best friends and neighbors. Yet in the cartoons, au contraire, Pierre. Jesus spoke so much with each new sharing, our own Of all the subjects Jesus talked next reservation will be tougher to about in his three -year min istry, about money was obtain and a good Saturday morn­ money and possessions were the ing tee time harder to score. Just most common. He talked about it because it is the one because we were loose-lipped everywhere and all the time. He enough to share the good news, talked about it to the Greeks and the rema ining thing proverbially and literally. Jews, the young and the old, men and You see, we have been practicing women, those who had it and those we a lways hold onto. this giving stuff for years. We just who didn't. He didn't discriminate on didn't know it. What we know deep this one. down is that the joy of sharing I think the reason Jesus spoke so always beats the consequences of much about money was because it is giving the gift. That's why Jesus the one remaining thing we always made money such an important hold onto, to the exclusion of giving a relatively tiny por­ part of his ministry. It's not about duty; it's about joy! tion away in his name, for an unbe lievable impact in his No doubt, as we come together to do God's work in the world. And, perhaps because he knew that this was one world, the church needs your support. And lots of it, to of the true paths to earthly joy. be sure. But if that were the only reason to give, frankly, So why do we hold on so tightly? Why do we resist that's not a very compelling reason. Supporting an insti­ such good, godly advice? tution is important , but supporting the constant up-build­ I think it's because, for some crazy reason, we think ing of Christ's body is vital . What we have been doing in that God wasn't telling us the truth when he said he has God's Name over the past 2,000 years is nothing short of given us not only what we need, but more than we need. watching the Holy Spirit continue to move over creation. We just don't trust him very much with that aspect of our Magnificently so, I believe. I'm pretty sure that in every lives. And more than anything else, money (and all our generation, God wants us to take that next step and trust other "stuff," by the way) is our false security blanket. more. We trust it too much. Stewardship, giving just some - I hope that elderly lady in New York City would be not all - of what God so generously gives us, also pleased with us in The Episcopal Church. We need to reminds us that when we wrench up our courage, God is start talking about money and stewardship again, but right. We can do this. In echoes of the children's book, this time, only as much as Jesus did! 0 The Littl.e Engine That Could, through stewardship of our money, God constantly whispers to us, "I know you The Rev. Kurt H. Dun/de is the rector of Grace Church, can, I know you can, I know you can ... " Orange Park. Fla.

JANUARY 4. 2009 · THE LIVING CHURCH 29 EDITOR'S COLUMN

RetirementMay NotSuit Him I didn't find Charles Crump at his home when these days. He tells quite a story about it. I called him on a recent Monday monling. "He's "At the 1970 convention, when I was not pre­ at his office," I was told. Of course . Why would­ siding I was sitting with my deputation," he n't a 95-year -old legend of The Episcopal recalled. "We were sitting way back in left field. Church who's been an attorney for 71 years be Hawaii was right next to us. The men in that at the office? deputation were wearing coats like that - iden­ "Wmding up is what I'm doing, " Mr. Crump tical coats but each one a different color. said when I reached him at his office, Apper ­ "Not many months after adjournment, the son, Crump & Maxwell, a Memphis law firm Garden Club of America met in Memphis. We founded by his grandfather in 1865. "I'm going were asked to host a dinner. A lady from Hon­ through lots of files two or three days a week" olulu was one of the guests. She was sitting by When he retired Oct. 9 from practicing law, it meant Mr. Crump would have to give up being the chancellor of the Diocese of West Whywouldn't a 95-year-old Tennessee, a position he has held for more than 25 years. legendof TheEpiscopal Church "The work hasn't changed much through who'sbeen an attorney the years," he said. "You might be surprised to Did You Know ... learn that godly judgments by the bishops for for 71 yearsbe at the office? Hymn537 is the same divorced people take a lot of time. I looked at in boththe 1982 the legality of their divorce. On about one out Mr. Crump at General Convention in 1991. of five divorces I had a question." and 1940 hymnals, In The Episcopal Church , Charles Crump is me and I told her about the men's attractive althoughit is perhaps best known as a deputy to General Con­ coats . She said, 'Would you like one?' Her hus­ in different keys. vention. He has served as a deputy to the last 17 band was manager of a clothing department in conventions, but that streak will soon end. a store. I gave her $35 and told her my size. A "I don't know whether I'll make it, but I'm few days later the coat arrived." Quote of the Week going to try to go to Anaheim for a few days," he He wore it to the 1973 convention, but did said, looking toward the 76th General Conven­ not take it to Minneapolis in 1976. "People said, The Rt. Rev.G. Porter tion in July. "I'd like to visit with a lot of people." 'Where's that coat?'" Mr. Crump knew of some­ Taylor, Bishop of Western Mr. Crump has an extraordinary memory one who was driving to Minneapolis from Mem­ NorthC arolina, on being about those General Conventions . He regards phis and asked her to pick up the coat. It's been present at every convention ever since. And it a bishop: "I wish that the 1967 gathering in Seattle and the 1976 meet­ ing in Minneapolis as his favorites. still fits. beingthe bishopw ere "The 1967 convention was the first reading of Char les Crump was a visitor to THE LrvlNG just aboutb eing at the the legis lation that said women could be CHURCH'S booth at General Convention every year. At the last one, he showed up in a motorized back of the paradelike deputies," he said. "And the 1976 convention approved women as priests." vehicle and lobbied for TLC to begin to refer to SantaClaus, an d I could He also speaks fondly of the 1970 conve ntion The Episcopal Church by its "official" name, cap­ just wave to folks in Houston, when he was vice president of the italizing the "T."We did. In retirement, he lives in a condo development aroundthe diocese House of Deputies: "When we had the second on the east side of Memphis with his wife, Diana, 11 reading [of the resolution] that women could be lookingh oly ... deputies , about 40 of them were seated. I and family and friends nearby. He's active at the presided at some sessions of that convention. Church of the Holy Communio n, Memphis, a Oddly enough, they gave me a framed portion parish he helped found 50 years ago. He'll be a of the journal of convention" that indicated he tough act to follow: five honorary degrees, mem­ had presided . President of the deputies at that ber of the state legislature, fund raising for Epis­ time was the Rev. John Coburn, later Bishop of copal Church -related colleges, and service on Massac husetts. "We think he's tops, " Mr. Crump committees of the Diocese of Tennessee, and said. later West Tennessee. Yet he's still not sure about Despite his tireless service to General Con­ this retirement business. vention, Mr. Crump may be remembered for the "I'm kind of sorry I did," he said. No one who sport coat he wore frequently. It's a brown , pat ­ knows Charles Crump should be surprised. terned jacket that, uh , would not be in fashion David Kalvei,age,executive ediwr

30 THE LIVING CHURCH · JANUARY4. 2009 EDITORIALS

FindingJ esus On Jan. 6, the church observes the Feast of Epiphany . The 12 days of Christmas have come to an end, and we look in hope to a manifestation , the shining forth, of the divine glory of Jesus Christ. Epiphany, one of the oldest feasts in the Christian calendar, has over time become a day on which to commemorate the visit of the wise men to adore the Christ Child. We know little about the wise men - where they came from, how many there were, or their stature in life. We do know that they brought gifts, and that act marked the beginning of our tradition of giving gifts at Christmas . The story of the wise men is inspiring. Foreigners from an undeter­ mined place were looking for Jesus. They paid homage to him, left gifts, and disappeared. Their pilgrimage is worth repeating. Wise people every­ where continu e to look for Jesus. They may not have signs as bright as the star that led the wise men, but they would do well to follow the star until they are able to recognize the Son of God and to kneel before him. God has given us a great light to show us the way. Corne, let us adore him.

Leadershipof Parishes We greet readers with this first issue of 2009 - a special Parish Admin­ istra tion Issue that is being sent to all clergy of The Episcopal Church who are not subscribers. As in the past , this special issue is intended to be a resource to those who are involved in the administration of churches , par­ ticularly rectors and vicars along with parish administrators. This spec ial issue Our parishes and mission congregations continu e to be the centers of ministry in the church. Diocesan offices and national church headquar­ is intended to be ters are important , to be sure, but the most effective ministries the church can offer emanate at the local level. For most of its 130-year exis­ a resource to those tence, this magazine has recognized the importance of parish churc hes , and as a result, this and many of our issues reflect that emphasis . who are involved in This special issue includes several articles that may be helpful to the administrat ion parish leaders. One looks at several congregations that have taken seri­ ously our Lord's prayer that we all may be one. Another article profiles a of churches . growing parish in New Jersey. One focuses on stewardship , and another on what clergy should expect from their bishop s. In additio n, readers will find the regul ar features presented each week in this unique maga­ zine. We hope this special issue will be enjoyed by all.

Greetings to Dr. Wells We extend congratulations and greetings to Christop her Wells, who has been named executive director of the Living Churc h Foundation [p. 18]. Dr. Wells, one of the churc h's brightest young scholars and theolo­ gians, will be leading THELlvING CHUR CH at an important time in its 130- year existence, for turmoil in the church and discouraging economic conditions have made publishing a magazine that serves The Episcopal Church and the wider Anglican Communion increasingly difficult. We offer prayers and best wishes to Dr. Wells. May he enjoy a long and ful­ filling time directing the Living Church Foundation.

JANUARY 4. 2009 · THE LIVING CHURCH 31 READER'SVIEWPOINT What Clergy Need from a Bishop

By Marek P. Zabriskie and set good boundaries. diocese. Bishops who settle for less Priests need a good pastor to whom weaken a diocese . ince being ordained almost 20 they can turn for wisdom and counsel. We need bishops who focus first on Syears ago, I have served under Many clergy are afraid to confide in the opportunities and second on problems. five diocesan bishops and have learned bishop, because a bishop who is aware One bishop told me that he devoted 85 importan t lessons from each . One of their personal struggles could hinder percent of his time to problems. Such bishop is among the finest episcopal their future deployment. This can be poor time management illustrates how leaders. Two have died and one was avoided if bishops build trust with their dysfunctional the Church has become . heavily embattled. They have taught me clergy, meet our families , and learn The Episcopal Church is shrinking lessons about what makes for a good about the challenges and joys facing because too many top leaders devote bishop and what does not. The lessons our households, parishes and commu­ their best energy to fixing problems are worth repeating. nities. One bishop calls his clergy on rather than seizing opportunities for Clergy need a bishop who is a holy their birthdays. Another signs letters to growth. A senior leader of any organi­ person. The bishop need not be the his clergy, "Remember, I am your zation should devote no more than 20 smartest person in the room, but cer­ friend." Small gestures create trust. percent of his time fixing problems in tainly the bishop should be one of the Most ministry begins with listening. order that the rest of the time can be holiest persons at any gathering . Clergy "The first thing a bishop needs to do is focused on opportunities for growth, need a bishop whom they can respect to listen hard," notes Archbishop of including time for personal spirit ual because their leader prays and reads Canterbury Rowan Williams, who lost growth. the scriptures daily, goes on retreat, hearing in his left ear after developing Our bishops need to be not only good has a spiritual director , and is a hum­ meningitis as a child. He listens intently managers but good theologians. Unfor­ ble , faithful, loving and joyful leader. with his right ear, and visitors sense tunately , few bishops write books St. Patrick spent the five weeks of that he is a leader who listens well. today. This should change. Lent on retreat in a remote area of Ire­ Listening goes a long way. A good lis­ Faithful and dedicated clergy need a land in order to be alone with God. tener can synthesize information and bishop who urges their vestry to take The time apart from his diocesan develop a realistic vision of what will care of their clergy and ensure that they duties renewed him and gave hin1 a work in the diocese or for a particular are well compensated, supported, have message to preach upon his return . We parish. People will trust and confide in a sabbatical leave, and get their days need bishops who spend time alone a bishop who listens well. off. When clergy are well cared for, they with God. We need bishops who draw bright, in tum give their best to their parishes. Clergy need a leader who encourages healthy leaders into the center of the A bishop needs to look into the eyes them to lead healthy, holy lives diocese. The finest leaders are inten­ and soul of each confirrnand and make grounded in prayer, a rule of life, the tional about how they spend their time. a spiritual connection. The focus during study of scripture and theology. We The best bishops spend considerable a bishop's visit should be on the con­ need a spiritual leader who wants us to time recruiting the finest lay and gregation , not upon the bishop. exercise , spend time with our families, ordained leadership to help lead the Decades later I have heard adults

32 THE LIVING CHURCH · JANUARY 4. 2009 Announcing UNDERS TANDING THE recount how a bishop looked them in SUNDAY SCRIPTURES the eye and pressed holy hands upon their heads and made them feel that A Companion to the RCL - Year B confirmation was special. Order Now. Discounts Available! Bishops should explain the signifi­ cance of the diocese to the parish. Ministry begins in the parish, but there Call Read Mark Press: 800-722 -4124 are many things that a parish cannot Or email: lnfo@ReadMarkPress .com do by itself. Bishops are in a position to explain what a diocese does, how it works, and why its mission is vital. The bishop also ought to thank the congregation for its support and EMMAU S HOU SE shouldn't be afraid to request greater financial support. EDINBU RGH, SCOTLAND The bishop is the diocese's chief envi­ City centre accommodation available ronmental officer. Leaders are responsi­ ble for nurturing the environment of an for short or longer visits with welcoming institution. If there is a culture of com­ and inclusive Christian community plaining, conflict or small thinking, you (Scottish Episcopal) at Emmaus House. can trace it back to the bishop. The leader is charged with creating a cul­ Website : www .emmaushouse-edinburgb .eo.uk/index.php ture that is positive, supportive, and E-mail : info@emmaush ouse-edinburgb.co.uk focused on growth. Phone: 011-44 -1312281066 The bishop should seek excellence in preaching and encourage each priest to study and to dedicate significant time to preparing sermons. It is helpful for bish­ ops to invite great preachers to lead preaching workshops in the diocese. If clergy succeed in only one area, it should be preaching. Great preaching awakens Christians, while poor preach­ ing empties pews. Our bishops need to work closely with large churches. Too often bishops focus on struggling churches and turn to large churches solely for financial support. Lay and ordained leaders of large churches can be a great resource to the diocese. Too often they are invited to give, but not to lead. This pre­ vents The Episcopal Church from reaching its potential. Finally, we need bishops who focus on growth and mission. The healthiest individuals and institutions focus out­ ward, not inward. When parishes and dioceses focus on numerical growth and mission, they become healthy and alive. Others want to join. 0 The Rev. Marek P Zabriskie is the rector of St. Thomas' Church, Whitemarsh, Fort Washington, Pa. The Reader'sViewpoi nt articledoes not nec­ essarilyrepresent the editorialopinion of THE LIVINGCHURCH or its board of directors.

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Our present goals are: (1) building Communion relationships with several Primates, (2) supporting the Windsor Principles and the Anglican Covenant as a way to strengthen Communion life, and (3) the development of theological education and mission initiatives which will give identity and purpose to our Christian witness in the world. Above left is former Secretaryof State JamesA. Baker,who was presentat the meeting,and who serves on the Vestryof St. Martin's EpiscopalChurch.

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RussianOrthodox Patriarch Alexy II Remembered A traditional requiem liturgy was will be in our prayers at this ses and 28,000 parishes. He held Dec. 13 at Epiphany Cathedral in time." presided over formal recon­ Moscow for Patriarch Alexy II. The During his 18 years as ciliation between the Russ­ head of the Russian Orthodox Church head of the Russian Ortho­ ian Orthodox Church based for the past 18 years died Dec. 5 of dox Church , the church in Moscow and the break­ heart failure. He was 79. grew from 67 dioceses and away Russian Orthodox The Rt. Rev. Richard Chartres, 6,900 parishes to 133 dioce- Church Outside of Russia. Patriarch Alexy II Bishop of London , represented the Anglican Communion at the funeral service for the patriarch, which was held Dec. 9 at Christ the Savior Cathe­ dral in Moscow. "He was a leader of stature, with abundant experience, determination (888-735-6236) and courage, who guided his church 888-ReloCenter Ask for a clergy moving specialist and discover with a steady hand through a pro­ why thousandsof churches,clergy and seminarianshave foundly challenging period of change ♦ ClergyDi scount relied on us for nearly two decades. in Russia's history," said the Most Rev. Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Can­ ♦ Guaranteed Dates terbury. "He will be remembered also ♦ Up To 3 Estimates as a friend to many outside his own church, not least to myself and others ♦ Major Van Lines www.clergyrelocation.com in the Church of England, and he and email: [email protected] the whole Russian Orthodox Church

EROReceives $300,000 Gift from Dioceseof PuertoRico The Diocese of Puerto Rico has made a three-year commitment to contribute a total of $300,000 toward the Millennium Development Goals Inspiration Fund maintained by Epis­ copal Relief and Development (ERD). It is believed to be the largest gift ever received from a single diocese , according to an ERD news release. "We are proud to support Episcopal Relief and Development in their work toward achieving the Millennium Development Goals," said the Rt. Rev. David Alvarez, Bishop of Puerto Rico. "We hope that our gift will inspire other dioceses and Episcopalians to partner with Episcopal Relief and Development in their work toward alleviating poverty and disease." The fund was launched in 2007 in For more information partnership with Jubilee Ministries call Tom Parker at and the Executive Council of The Episcopal Church. The project is (414) 276- 5420 ext. 16 designed to help eradicate the spread or e-mail: of malaria and other diseases in tparker@livingch urch.o rg Africa, Asia, and Latin America

JANUARY 4. 2009 • THE LIVING CHURCH 37 CityRejects Expansion Plans for All SaintsChurch , Pasadena The city planning commission, after for a full environment impact report. playing the game." He said the church a marathon public hearing, rejected The expansion had been recom­ had made every change previously plans for a $45 million expansion of mended for approval by city staff. requested by the planning commission All Saints Church, Pasadena, Calif. In an interview with the Contra last May. Voting after midnight on Dec. 11, Costa Times, the Rev. Ed Bacon, rec­ All Saints is planning to construct a eight of the nine commission mem­ tor of All Saints, said the commission modern glass building next to the bers rejected the proposal and called "changed the rules on us while we're Gothic-style church erected in 1923 across the street from City Hall. Crit­ WashingtonBishop: Archbishop 'Contributes to Confusion' ics of the plan said the modem design The Rt. Rev. John B. Chane, Bishop with like-minded Anglicans in other was incompatible with detailed and of Washington, has lashed out at Arch- provinces," Bishop Chane wrote on the long-standing statutes designed to pre­ bishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams diocese's website. serve the historic architectural char­ for encouraging some in The Episco- "The Archbishop has contributed t.o acter of the area around City Hall. pal Church to establish a rival Angli- the confusion and anxiety the leaders of Richard Bruckner, director of plan­ can province in North America. the proposed provinces have sought t.o ning and development for the city, told "It would be folly for the Archbishop foster by meeting on numerous occa­ the Times, "It's really a question of to even consider recognizing a non- sions with [Bishop] Duncan and his whether modern architectural design geographical province because it allies. These meetings have best.owed is responsive to the civic center." He would unleash chaos in the Commun- an unwarranted sense of legitimacy on said he felt the All Saints' project met ion, with theological minorities in those who seek to deconstruct the that standard, calling the proposed every jurisdiction seeking to affiliate Anglican Communion." architecture "world class."

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Epiphany Term at Nashotah House Jan uary 12-16, 2009 Courses for graduate and post­ graduate degree programs (D.Min., S.T.M., M.Div. and M.T.S.) Exegesis of Paul 's Le tter to the Philippians Dr. Garwood Anderson Loving and Leading the Small Congregation The Rev. Dr. Douglas McGlynn Anglican Eucharistic Theology The Rev. Dr. Thomas Holtzen For more information: Gary ZumwalVWest Missouri Spirit photo visit www.nashotah.edu Choirs from 18 churches join their voices at convention in the Diocese of West Missouri. E-mail: admissions@nashotah .edu FearNot, P.B. Says adopted a resolutio n establishing the Call: 800.627 .4682 . first Sunday in Lent as Episcopal Despite the looming threats of terror ­ Relief and Development Sunday. ism and an economic recession, Presid­ Convention approve d a $1.9-million ing Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori budget for 2009, representing an Church told some 1,800 members gathered for increase of $53,000 over last year. the convention of the Diocese of West Development Missourithat all one has to do in the presence of God is let go of fear. Con­ Institute vention met Oct 26 in Independence. ConstitutionalChanges The visit to the diocese was the first Delegates to the convention of the Seatt le by Bishop Jefferts Schori since she Diocese of New Hampshiredebated 2008 June I 6 - 27 was installed as Presiding Bishop and eight res olutions during a one-day 2009 June 15 - 26 the first visit by a Presiding Bishop meeting Nov. 8 at St. Paul's Church, since the consecration of the Rt. Rev. Concord . www.CDITrainers.org Barry Howe as Bishop of West Mis­ Convention approved the second souri in 1998. Bishop Jefferts Schori reading of constitutional changes: For more information: commended Bishop Howe for his ser­ • To clarify the diocese's accessi on Robert A. Gallagher vant leadership. to the constitution and canons of The 206-300-3700 "You need to tell the rest of the Episcopal Chur ch, define the scope ragodct @gmail.com world about your connection to Haiti," and authority of the diocesan conven­ Bishop Jefferts Schori said, referring tion , and among other things describe - For lay & clergy leaders to the diocese's companion relation­ who is eligible to be seated; and - Developing a healthier parish ship. "Those who seek to build a just • To consolidate provisions govern­ - Developing competence and use of "self' society for the good of others - that's ing lay rep resentation in a single sec­ as leaders what we're meant to be." tion of the canons. During the business portion of the - Anglican approach to congregational Convention also approved resolu­ development meeting , clergy and lay delegates tions: approved resolutions urging a morato­ - Membership growth rooted in an organic • To establish new clergy compen­ and app reciative approach rium on exec utions in the state, sation guidelines; endorsed a listening process with gay • To endorse a proposed 2009 - Experiential education grounded and lesbi an perso ns using materia l budget of $1.9 million (an increase of in sound theory developed by a task force appointed - Projects & reading in-between summers by Bishop Howe, and unanimo usly (Continued on next page)

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Appointments 2247, Austin, TX 78768. Shepherd, 615 N Texas St., Silver City, NM The Rev. ChrisCole is rector of Resurrec­ 88061. The Rev. Rick Byrumis chaplain at the tion, 5909 Walzem Rd., San Antonio, TX The Rev. GinnyDinsmore is priest-in-charge Covington Episcopal Home, 3 Pursuit, Aliso 78218. of St. Dunstan's, 179 S Hillside Ave., Succa­ Viejo, CA 92656. The Rev. JoshuaCondon is priest-in-charge sunna, NJ 07876. The Rev. RobertCertain is rector of St. of St. Luke's, 98 St.ewart Ave., Eastchester , The Rev. CharlieDupree is rector of Trinity, Peter and St Paul, 1795 Johnson Ferry Rd., NY 10709. 111 S Grant St., Bloomington , IN 47408. Marietta, GA 30062. The Rev. Mark Crawfordis pastoral fellow The Rev. MiguelinaEspinal is assistant at BenChandler is vice pres ident for institu­ at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital , 1709 Dryden St Paul's, 451 Van Houten St., Paterson , NJ tional advance ment at the Epis copal Theo­ Rd., Houston, TX 77030. 07501. logical Seminary of the Southwest, PO Box The Rev. Carter Croft is rector of Good The Rev. CarolineFairless is associate at St. Andrew 's, PO Box 294, New London, NH 03257. The Rev. W. KevinFisher is rector of Good Shephe rd, PO Box 726, Barre, VT 05641. The Rev. Will Fisher is associate at St. Andrew's, 890 Balour Dr., En cinitas , CA 92024. ii§~~ The Rev. RobertD. Flanaganis school min­ THESCHOOLOFTHEOLOGY ister at Brooks School, 1160 Great Pond Rd., North Andover, MA 01845. The Rev. PhyllisFlory is deacon vicar of St. FACULTY POSITION IN CHURCH HISTORY John's, Great Bend, and Holy Apostles' , The School oITheology of the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee, an accredited Ellsworth ; add : 103 W 4th St, Ellsworth , KS 67439. seminary of the Episcopal Church, invites applications for a full-time, tenure -track,junior fac­ The Rev. Mark Forbes is rector of St. ulty position in Church History, to begin in July 2009. In addition to responsibility for the field Patrick's , 201 Fairview Rd., Mooresville, NC as a whole, the ability to teach the history of Anglicanism is important. A research specializa­ 28117. tion in the history of the Episcopal Church, patristics, or the early modern English church will The Rev. Norm Freemanis rector of St be regarded as an advantage. George 's, 23802 Avenida de la Carlota, Responsibilities will include teaching required and elective courses in the history of Christi­ Laguna Hills, CA 92653. anity from the second through the twenty-first century, primarily in the M.Div . and M.A. de­ The Rev. MatthewFrick is curate at Trinity, 106 N Grove St, Marshall, TX 75670. gree programs; participating in other degree and lifetime education programs; and scholarly The Rev. Neal Goldsboroughis rector of publication.The position also bring, with it a range of engagement in the worship, work, and Christ Church, 18 W Wright St., Pensaco la, witness of the seminary community, and service to the university as a whole. The successful FL32501. candidate will demonstrate commitment to preparation of students for parish ministry. The Rev. RobertGoolsby is rector of St. Qualilic ations for the position include demonstrated professional com petence in teaching Christopher's, 1656 Blalock Rd., Houston, TX church history and active commi tment to the mission of the church. A knowledge of and ap­ 77080. The Rev. JohnHabecker is priest -in-charge preciation for the Anglican tradition is necessary, and an Episcopal priest is preferred. The of St . John's, 11 S Bergen St., Dover, NJ strongest candidates will have a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in hand by the time of appointment , al­ 07801. though advanced ABD candida tes nearing comp letion of the dissertation may be considered . The Rev. Canon AnneKitch is cano n for Salary and rank will depend on exper ience and qualifications. Episcopal clergy, women, and formatio n in the Diocese of Bethle hem, 333 minorities are particularly encouraged to apply. Wyandotte St., Bethlehem , PA 18015. The Rev. DuncanLanum is vicar of St. The University of the South, an institution of the Episcopal Church, comp rises a selective lib­ Thomas', 1396 Hyde Park Rd., Santa Fe, NM eral arts college in addition to the School ofTheology . The Uni versity is situated on a 13,000- 87501. acre expanse of forested campus. The Rev. Canon TerranceLee is canon for The University provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for pastoral care at St. John's Cathedral, 318 Sil­ employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, ver SW, Albuquerq ue, NM 87102. sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran's status, or religion (except for The Rev. BernieLindley is vicar of St. Tim­ othy's, 401 Fir St., Brookings , OR 97415. those positions in the School ofT heology and the chaplain 's office where religious affiliation The Rev. KennethMalcolm is assistant at is a necessary qualilication). Eligibility for employm en t at the Uni versity is co ntin gent upon St. David's, 304 E 7th St., Austin, TX 78701. satisfactory completion of a background investigation. The Rev. Harrison McLeodis rector of A letter of application, a full cur riculu m vitae, a writing sample, Christ Church, 10 N Church St., Greenville, uni versity transcripts, and three letters of reference should be sent directly to: SC 29601. The Rev. Canon AnnNormand is canon to The Rev. Dr. James F.Turrell the ordinary in the Diocese of Texas, 1225 Texas Ave., Houston, TX 77002. Associate Dean for Academic Affairs The Rev. DennisParker is priest -in-charge School ofTheology of St. Step hen's, 1432 SW 13th Ave., Portland , University of the South OR 97201. 335 Tennessee Avenue The Rev. James Peck is rector of St. James' , 119 N Duke St., Lancaster , PA 17602. Sewanee , TN 37383-00 01 The Rev. LancePeeler is assistant at Good The position will remainopen until it isfilled, but applications Samaritan, 333 NW 35th St., Corvallis, OR receivedby December15, 2008 will be assuredof full consideration. 97330. The Rev. AndreaPolvino is campus minis-

42 THE LIVING CHURCH · JANUARY4. 2009 ter at Baylor University and assistant at St. Matthew's , Eugene, OR. years, died Nov. 13 in Mesa, AZ, follow­ Paul's, 515 Columbus Ave., Waco, TX 76701. ing a long illness. The Rev. RobinReeves is assistant at Trin­ Resignations Born and raised in Detroit, he was a grad­ ity, 3901 S Panther Creek Dr., The Wood­ uate of Yale University, Vrrginia Theological The Rev. Alex Montes, as assistant at St lands, TX 77381. Seminary, and Andover Newton Theological Paul's, Waco, TX. The Rev. Melody Shobeis associate at School. He served two terms of military Christ Church, 1643 Lonsdale Ave., Lincoln, service, first in the Army, and later in the RI 02865. Deaths National Guard. In 1956, he was ordained The Rev. CeceliaSmith is safe church min­ The Rev. BruceP. Moncrieff , 81, rector deacon and the following year priest. Fr. ister for the Diocese of Texas, 1225 Texas of Calvary Church, Golden, CO, for 21 Ave., Housto n, TX 77002. (Continued on next page) The Rev. G. Miles Smith is rector of St Luke's, 315 N Cedar St., Lincolnton, NC 28092. The Rev. GregorySmith is chaplain to The Citadel, 171 Moultrie St., Charleston, SC 29409. FULL-TIMERECTOR The Rev. Kylestallings is executive direc­ St. Luke's Episcopal Church , tor of the William Temple Episcopal Center, 427 Market St., Galveston, TX 77550. East Hampton, NY The Rev. KennethWagner-Pizza is rector of St. Luke's Episcopal Church is in the process of seeking a Trinity, 844 W Fourth St., Williamsport, PA full-time rector to serve a vibrant and diversified 450 17701. The Rev. HelenWhite is assistant at St. member parish, located in East Hampton , New York,on George's, 15 Willow Rd., Savannah, GA the eastern end of Long Island, within the Diocese of 31419. Long Island. St Luke's is in full accord with the policies The Rev. MichaelWhite is rector of Christ and practices of the National Episcopal Church . Thisex­ Church, Savannah , GA; add: 3101 Waters cellent and unique opportunity would be ideal for a candidate that has a minimum Ave., Savannah , GA 31404. of 5+ years parish experience, who has the ability to engage, lead and mot ivate a The Rev. PatriciaWhittington is pastoral broad yet diversified community. fellow at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital, 1709 We are seeking an energetic passionate person with strong personal faith . The can­ Dryden Rd., Houston, TX 77030. didate should be a dynamic inspirational and motivational preacher who has the abil­ The Rev. John Williamsis rector of St. James' , 3486 Union Park Ave., Midvale, UT ity to enhance the spiritual life for all members . It is important to have the ability to 84047. touch hearts through sermons by associating the scriptures to current affairs of daily life. Canon RobertWilliams is canon for com­ The person must be a leader that is able to motivate, be compassionate and possess munity relations in the Diocese of Los Ange­ excellent inter-personal skillswith a sense of humor. Thisperson must be able to dele­ les, 840 Echo Park Ave., Los Angeles, CA gate and will be responsible for effective parish performance in planning, program de­ 90026. sign and implementation, communications, organization, general administration with The Rev. Tom Wilson is rector of St. man agement oversight abilities of parish fiscal/administrative operations. The ideal Andrew's, 1062 Chet Smith Ave., Derby, KS candidate should have ministry specialty strengths in stewardship, youth program de­ 67037. velopment , and new membership initiatives. He/She should encourage worship, offer Ordinations spiritual guidance, pastoral care, counseling, and nurturing the youth of our commu ­ nity through children's education and youth formation. It is important that this leader Priests who will integrate and foster the diversity of our parish and community (which includes St Peter's Chape l, a summer chapel open from Memorial Day through Labor Day, is Maryland- Garrett Carskadon,Tom Hud­ an integral part of St. Luke's parish) to love and reach out in service to the community. son. SouthernV irginia - Gary Butterworth, Located 100 miles east of New York City, St. Luke's church sitsin the center of pictur­ MeganCastellan , SueCrommelin-Dell , Virginia esque East Hampton village, facing Town Pond and is in the National Historic District. DiStanislao, LaurenMcDonald , JamesMed ley, A safe and peaceful environment, a true gem situated by the sea, established in 1648, DennisPatterson , Jr. is a curious blend of cosmopo litan urbanity and rural charm . It is a village proud of its heritage . We are enriched by cultural, religious and linguistic diversity and enjoy a HonoraryDegrees wealth of talents. We are proud of our strong choir, the giving nature of our parish­ GeneralTheolog ical Seminary- The Rt ioners, and strong sense of community. Rev. DanEdwards , DorothyGran ada, the Very For copies of parish profile and position description , Rev. DouglasTravis , the Rev. Canon William Wipfler. please e-mail Deb GIiiikin, Transition Committee , Bexley Hall- The Most Rev. KatharineJef­ [email protected] t. fertsSchor! , the Rt. Rev. StephenLan e, Robert van Niel. Please send resumes to stlukessearch@optonline .net or mail to : St. Luke's Episcopal Church Retirements Attn: Transition Committee The Rev. ChesterKing , as rector of All 18 James Lane, East Hampton , NY 11937 Saints' , El Paso, TX. The Rev. Michael Macey, as priest -in­ For more information about St. Luke's and photographs . charge of St. John 's, Carthage , TX. please visit us at www.stlukeseasthampton .org . The Rev. BryceMcProud , as rector of St.

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(Continued from previous page) the Diocese of South Dakota, died Oct. survived by his wife , Betty; a daughter , Moncrieff served 19 congr egations in his 51 23 at the Wmner Regional Long Term Cheryl Wtlson, of Springville, IA; a son, Mar­ years of ordained ministry, many of them on Care Facility, Wmner, SD. tin , of Sioux Falls, SD; a grandda ughter; an interim basis. He was rector in Golden, Fr. Weld was born in Salem, SD. Follow­ three sisters, Ruth Oste rberg , of Sioux 1959-79, and of St. James' , Midvale , UT, ing service in the Navy, he graduated from Falls, Caroline Passe, of Wabasha MN, and 1984-86. He was most recently associate d General Beadle State Teachers College and Lois Matthaei , of Gering, NE; and a brother, with All Saints' , Parachute , CO. Fr. Mon­ the University of South Dakota. He was a Wayne , of Wenatchee, WA. crieff is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; a teacher for many years before retiring in son , Kenneth; a daughter , Kathleen ; and a 1987. He was ordained to the diaconate in The Rev. HarvardL Wilbur,Jr. , who sister , Norah Williams. 1989 and to the priest hood in 1993. In was a rector of churches in three dioce­ recent years Fr. Weld had served Trinity ses, died Nov. 4 in Denver. He was 84. The Rev. RobertF. Weld,81 , priest of Church , Wmner, and Holy Spirit, Ideal. He is A native of Taunton , MA.he was a gradu­ ate of Harvard University and Virginia The­ ological Seminary. He was ordained deacon and priest in 1951, and then served the fol­ lowing churches: vicar of St. Mark's, Hanna, WY, 1951-53; rector of St. Christop her's, Cheyenn e, WY, 1953-57; assistant at St. Michael and All Angels', Denver, 1957-60; rector of Trinity, Lawrence, KS, 1962-72; rector of Our Savior, Colorado Sprin gs, 1972-86; rector of St. James' , Wichita, 1986- 90. Fr. Wilbur retired in 1990 and was involved in interim ministry for a number of years. He was active in the dioceses of Col­ orado and Kansas , where he served on a number of committees . He is survived by his wife, Susan, and three children.

SisterAnastasia Toole , C.S.M., the last ... of the senior sisters at the Convent of St . FULL-TIME RECTOR Mary in Greenwich, NY, died Dec. 7. She was 95. The Church of the Redeemer, Bryn Mawr, PA Sr. Anastasia entered the community at the age of 24, and she was pro fessed in We seek a rector with strong spiritual commi tment , dedication to pastoral care, and leader­ 1941. She was a graduate of the University ship for parishioners of all ages and backgrounds. We are looking for an outgoing, energetic of Marylan d and Columbia University. rector who will love us, minister to us, guide us, and inspire us in our faith journey. We seek Throughout her life she felt a calling to a dedica ted rector with the experience to manage the complex and diverse activities of our intercessory prayer . Within the institutions church with the assistance of a skilled staff of the community she taught high-school We are a diverse congregation of families, youth , single adults and seniors with over 500 com­ biology and general science . She was dieti­ municants. Founded in 1881, our historic church has grown and thrived in what is now an cian at St Mary's School and at the convent, affluent commu nity. While some families have worshipped in the parish for generations , we and spent 12 years at St Mary's in the Field, strive to welcome newcomers from diverse backgrounds into our commun ity of faith. We are Valhalla, NY, a home for court -remanded girls. She was assistant superior for a time a committed parish with a dynamic and active lay leadership leading some of our strongest at the mother house in Peekskill, NY, and ministries and outreach both close to home and worldwide. T heologically, we seek to strike also served as guest mistress , associates a healthy and welcomi ng balance between respecting tradition and embracing change . director , librarian, and novice mistress . Our commun al life centers on our Sunday services. Our typical Sunday incor porates the Eu­ charist into two of its three regular morning services. We are an educated parish for whom Other dea~ of clergy as reported by the Sunday sermon is a cornerstone and thus, we seek a rector who will feed our minds and our Churc h Pension F'u:nd: souls. Our youth and adult choirs and vibrant music program enliven our exper ience each Sunday. O ur adults gather together for spiritual development afi:er services and our Church SeverianoApolayo 58 PlazaGlobus, R.P. BetsyB. Bennett 90 Carmel,CA School of over 130 children is lead by extraordinary volunteer teachers and catechists and LawrenceD. Clark,J r. 81 Portland,ME emphasizes Christian formation for our children and youth. ThomasL. Dixon 73 Ashburn,VA Our church is located in Bryn Mawr, on Philadelphia's historic Main Line. We are eight miles CharlesE. Farr 74 Aurora,CO Kalinqa,R.P. west of Center City Philadelphia, its museums and Avenue of the Atts. Bryn Mawr, Rose ­ Alfred6. Lomeng 83 CharlesMcKimmon, Jr. 82 Decatur,AL mont, and Haverford Co lleges and Villanova Uni versity are all less than a mile away. Atea RichardH. Robbins 94 Dorset,England public and private schools are known for their excellence. The beauty of our region is seen AldenW. Pearson 88 Bowdoinham, ME and experienced throughout the four seasons. ~ CarlD. Swanson 76 Grottoes,VA For more informati on and a copy of our parish profile, please contact: , ffi· i . IanC. Thomson 53 MountSavage, MD Jack C. White 81 Bethlehem,PA Mr. Douglas Raymond, Rector Search Committee [ 1 T f 605 Winsford Rd ., Bry n Mawr, PA 19010 "'-¼,°"'"';/ Work phone: (215) 988-2548 E-mail : Douglas.Raymond @dbr.com Next week ... Please submit coverletter, resume and CDO at time of application. The Baptism of Our Lord

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ANGLICAN BIBLIOPOLE: theolog ical booksellers. FULL-TIME RECTOR: SL John and SL Mark' s, DISPUTE CO FLICT RESOLUTION / MEDIATION Saratoga Springs, NY. (518) 587-7470 . Albany, GA. We are a family-sized congregatio n, small but OR GROUP FACILITATION. Bishop Theodore A. AnglicanBk @aol .com/www .AnglicanBooks.klink.n et committed; rich in ethnic, cultural and theological diver­ Daniels, AN AAS/BS, MDiv, DD. Independent and private sity; well-educa ted. Desire growth in spiriruality and min­ consultant. E-mail: tbeodore.daniel s@sbcglobaLnet. CHURCH FURNISHINGS istry, and in nwnbers, especially youth and young adult. View our profile on our web site at FLAGS AND BANNERS : Custom design ed Episco pal www.stjohnandstmark .org or contact Pat Gohman , SOFTWARE flags and banners by Festival Flags in Richmond, Virginia. Search Committee Chair, at Episcopal Church of St. FREE: www.MyEpiscopalSoftware.com Please contact us by phone at 800-233-5247 or by E-mail John and St. Mark, 2425 Cherry Laurel Lane, Alban y, at festflags @aol.com . GA 31705, or search @stjohnandstmark.org. TRAVEL/ PILGRIMAGES TRADITIONAL GOTHIC chapel chairs . Officiant chairs for modem churches . Custom crosses, altars, hymn FULL-TIME RECTOR: SL Paul's Episcopal Church, Worldwide Pilgrimage Ministries is a fully accredited nave l boards, furniture , cabinets. OLDCRAFT WOOD­ Hudson, WI. Located in beautiful northwestern Wisconsin ministry that arranges adult, youth and choir spiritual jour­ WORKERS , Sewanee , TN 37375 Ph: (931) 598-0208. close to the rich cultural resources of Minneapo lis/St. Paul, neys to Israel, Turkey, Greece, Italy, England, France, Spain, E-mail: oldcraft @cbarter.net Minnesota, we seek a perso nable, expe rienced, full-time Scotland, Ireland and South Anica We offer a full range of rector to provide leadership, spiritual growth.,traditional cruises. Phone: I-800-260-5104 ; E-mail: wwpi13@aoLcom; ACCOMMODATION WANTED and contemporary worship, and education . Website: www.worldwidepilgrimage.com . Please contact Alberta Rupert, Search Committee Chair House Sitting or reasonably priced rental (any location) at stpaulsearch @sbcglobal.net or visit our website at needed for my I- to 3- month sabbatical, Jw,e-August, www.stpaulshudson.faithweb.com. Or send COO/resume CLERGY OR LAY LEADERS , interested in seeing the 2009 . Looking for a relatively quiet location, conducive to to Search Committee, 502 Cty. Rd . UU, Hudson , WI world for FREE? England, Greece, Turkey, the Holy reflection and writing. Contact the Rev. Rick Oberbeide at 54016. Land, Ethiopia, and more! Contact Journeys Unlimited. (256) 383-2014 or rickober @beUsouth .net. E-mail journe [email protected] or call 800-486-8359 Website: www.graceepiscopalsheffield.org. ext 205, 206, or 208. FULlr TIME RECTOR: SL Luk£ 's Church, Kalamazoo, Ml , seeks an experienced rector who will provide vision, FOR RENT direction, and spiritual guidance as our parish strives to ful­ fill our mission of glorifying God and reflecting the love of FOR RENT: Homestead, FL. These commercially zoned Christ. We seek candidates with strong skills in preaching, properties, approximately 1,300 square feet, are perfect for administration, and spirirual ministry who work well in a start-up congregation or getaway. Over IO places of wor­ collaborative environment. St. Luke's is blessed with a ship within less than IO blocks. Proximity to Biscayne, warm, welcoming, diverse congregation worshiping in a Everglades and other national state parks, and entrance to beautiful, historic, downtown Kalamazoo church. We value Florida Keys. $1,975 per month. Phone: (305) 461-9623. strong Episcopal traditions in liturgy and music. Kalamazoo, an educationally and culturally rich community , is home of MUSIC FESTIVAL the innovative Kalamazoo Promise, site of Western Michi­ gan University and Kalamazoo College. Our SW Michigan SACRED JAZZ IN PARADISE: Third Annual All location, midway between Detroit and Chicago, is less than Angels Jazz Festival on Kauai. St. Michael's Church, Feb­ 40 mi. liom the Lake Michigan shore. Parish profile is avail­ ruary 6-8, 2009. Friday and Saturday concerts featuring able at www.stlukeskalamazoo.org. Direct your resume to: Greta Metassa, Hot Club of HulaviUe, Abe Lagrimas, Jr., Tom Folkert, Search Committee Chair, St. Luke' s Ep is­ Seeking, Living, Sharing Christ. Paul English, and many more. Sunday Jazz Masses: The copal Church , 247 W Lovell St., Kalamazoo, Ml 49007. Sacred Music of Duke Ellington. www .stmichaels ­ Church office phone (269) 345-8553 ext. 26. kauai.org or (808) 245-3796. Christ Episcopal Church seeks POSITIONS OFFERED POSITIONS WANTED FULL-TIMERECTOR

FULL-TIME RECTOR : SL Luke 's Episcopal Church, ORGANIST-CHOIRMASTER seeks full-time positio n With strong preaching, pastoral Easr Hampton , NY. Please see ad on page 43. with corporat e-sized parish with well-es tablished music care and administrative skill s to program. Master's degree, 30 years experience in choir training (RSCM programs for children, teens , adults a spe­ shepherd and grow a congregation FULL-TIME RECTOR : SL Paul's, Albany, NY, a 181- yr-old parish in the capital of New York, Diocese of Albany, cialty), liturgy, teaching, musical outreach . Strong admin is­ of some 125 families in beautiful philosophically cons istent with the national church. seeks a trative, pastoral skills. Maintain sense of "choir as community " in your parish with expert, engaging , profes­ Cooperstown , N.Y. full-time rector. Prayer-book based, primarily Rite II; I 25 sional direction in the Anglican choral tradition adapted for communican ts; high-quality, traditional Anglican music. the busy suburban parish . Part-time parish combined with Seeking liturgically strong, dynamic preacher and caring school post also seriously considered . John Brooks, 9523 Visit us at pastor. Competiti ve compensation package . Contact Beth Treyford Terrace, Gaithersburg, MD 20886. 301-987- Strickland, Deployment Officer, Diocese of Albany at www.christchurchcooperstown.org 0487; jbrooks35 [email protected]. estrickland @albanydiocese.org . Send resume to St. for our parish profile and to learn Paul's Search Committee, 21 Hackett Blvd., Albany NY more about our programs and 12208 or ML325 @a ol.com by January 16. Website: RECTOR/VICAR AVAILABLE for small church having l>WW.stpaulsplace.org . served two congregations . Later in life ordination , enjoy­ ministries . ing excellent health with a youthful outlook and energetic FULL-TIME ASSISTANT /ASSOCIATE RECTOR:SL perspective. Offering full-time ministry for part-time Contact: Elizabeth Str ickland at: Paul's Episcopal Church in Akron, OH, is an energetic stipend with housing allowance. Do not require medical and growing corpora te-sized paris h in need of a priest to insurance or pens ion participat ion. E-mail: fatber­ estrickland @albanydiocese.org take responsibility for pastoral care and ministries related to jo [email protected] or phone: (931) 668-4460 . it, while sharing in teaching, preaching, and liturgical duties. We seek a warm, loving, and experienced priest who loves to be with people and will work well on a large ANGLICAN ORGANIST & CHOfRMASTER seeks church staff. A solid praye r life, confidence in the gospel, three-quarters to full-time position in a parisb where excel­ and a thoughtful growidin g in the faith are all essential. lent liturgical music is a high priority and is supported as an Please contact the Rector, The Rev. Mark Pruitt, for integral part of the program. Degreed in Choral Conducting MORE CLASSIFIEDS detai ls at markpruitt @verizon.net or (330) 836-9320. and Organ Performance, and RSCM trained,my wide range Resumes will be receive d by Ms. Marcheta Scott at of experience enables me to provide your church. large or AVAILABLEONLINB mscott @stpaulsakron.org or St. Paul's Episcopal small, with an outstanding musical program involving choirs Church , 1361 W. Market St., Akron , OH 44313. Position of all ages, organ, piano, and other instruments. Contact: www .livingchurch.org will remain open w,til filled. cboirmasterwfk @g maiJ.com.

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AVERY, CA SPRINGFIELD, IL ST. CLARE OF ASSISI IN THE MOUNTAINS CATHEDRAL CHURCH OF ST. PAUL Hwy 4 and Sheep Ranch Rd. (209) 754-5381 Website: www .s1paulspringfield.com (217) 544-5135 The Rev. Mar1in Leonard Bowman, v E-Mail: [email protected] The Rev. Vanessa Glass, honorary v The Very Rev. Robert E. Brod ie, dean Sun H Eu 9, TradttionaVContemporary (Rite 1) Sun 8 & 10:30; Mon-Thurs 12:15 CHARLESTON, SC SAN DIEGO, CA CHURCH OF THE HOLY COMMUNION ALL SAINTS ' Sixth & Pennsvtvania Ave. NEW ORLEANS, LA 218 Ashley Ave. (843) 722-2024 Website: www .allsaintschurch .org (6f9) 298-7729 CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL (504) 895-6602 Website: www .holycom .org Fr. Tony Noble, SSC 2919 St. Charles Ave. The Rev. Dow Sanderson, r; the Rev. Dan Clarke, c; !he Rev. Sun 8 (Low), 10 (High); Daily Mass: Tues 12; Wed 9:30; On the street car line at the corner of 6th St Patrick Allen , assoc Thurs 7 & 6; Fri 9:30; Sat 9 Website: www .cccnola .org Sun Mass 8 (Low) 10:30 (Solemn High) The Very Rev. David duPlantier, dee<1 FORT MYERS BEACH, FL Sun Mass 7:30 (1928), 10 (Choral H Eu), 6 (Rile IQ. Daily Mass: GRACE CHURCH 98 Wentworth Street (843) 723-4575 ST. RAPHAEL'S 5601 Williams Drive (239) 463-6057 M-F 12:15, Sat 9:30 Websije: www .gracechurchchar1eston.org www .saint-raphaels.org [email protected] The Rev. Canon J. Michael A. Wright, r; the Rev. Dr. The Rev. Alice Marcrum, r NEWARK, NJ Kirtley Yearwood , v; the Rev. Alasta ir Votaw, assoc; the Sun H Eu 9; Tues Taize 7; Thurs Rosary 4 (ChapeQ GRACE CHURCH 950 Broad St., at Federal Sq. Rev. Paul Gilbert, assoc; Dr. Scott Bennett , organist & Website: www.gracechurchinnewar1<.org choirmaster; Jodi Bennett, children's choirs; Jul ie Walters , STUART, FL The Rev. J. Carr Holland Ill, r children's ministries; Mac Brown, youth & young adults ST. MARY'S 623 E. Ocean Blvd. (772) 287-3244 Sun Masses 8 & 10 (Sung); Mon-Fri 12;10 Sun H Eu 8 (Said). 9 (Sung), 10:10 (Christian Formation), 11 Website: www .stm arys-stuart.org (Choral); Wed H Eu & LOH 5:30; Mon-Fri MP 8:45 The Rev. Thomas T. Pittenger , r; the Rev. David Fran­ coeur, assoc r; the Rev. Stephen Fregeau, the Rev. PASSAIC, NJ ST. JOHN'S Lafayette and Passaic Avenues Canon Richard Hardman, Dr. Allen Rosenberg, organist DALLAS,TX Website: www.s1johnsc'1urchpassaicnj .org (973) ~ CHURCH OF THE HOLY CROSS & choir dir 4052 Herschel Ave. The Rev. William C. Thiele , p-i-<: frthiele@gma il.com The Rev. Will Brown , r Sun Eu 7:30, 9, 9 (contemporary) , 11, 5. Tues H Eu 12:10; Sun Low Mass 8, Sung Mass 10:30. HD anno. Best little choir in Texas! Thurs H Eu 10, Sat 5 Sun Mass 8:30 & 10:30 (Sung) SAVANNAH, GA NEW YORK, NY Cail (214) 528-3855 for daily masses. ST. THOMAS - ISLE OF HOPE (912) 355-3110 CHURCH OF THE EPIPHANY (212) 737-2720 2 St. Thomas Ave. www.stthomasioh.org 1393 York Ave@ E. 74th www.epiphanynyc.org MILWAUKEE, WI Sun 8 & 10 H Eu, 9. Chr Ed; Wed HS 10 Sun 8:30, 10, 6 ALL SAINTS' CATHEDRAL (414) 271-7719 818 E. Juneau Ave. www.ascalhedral.org HONOLULU, HI Sun Masses 8. 10 (Sung). Daily Mass, MP & EP as posted ST. MARK 'S (808) 732-2333 PARISH OF TRINITY CHURCH 539 Kapahu lu Ave. (#13 Bus end of line from Waikiki) The Rev. canon James H. Cooper, D. Min ., r Sun Masses 7, 9 (Sung); MWF 8 (5th Sun 8 only) The Rev. Canon Anne Mallonee, v (212) 602-0800 LUTHERAN CHICAGO, IL Watch & hear our services and concerts on the Web ASCENSION 1133 LaSalle at Elm N. Blvd. www.trinitywallstreet.org www.ascensionchicago .org (312) 664-1271 BORON,CA Sisters of St. Anne (312) 642-3638 TRINITY Broadway at Wall Street RESURRECTION Sr. Citizens Ctr. 20 Mule Team Rd. The Rev. Gary P. Fertig , r; the Rev. Kurt Olson Sun H Eu 9 & 11 :15. Mon-Fri MP 8:15, H Eu 12:05, EP 5:15. Sun Eu 8 Sun Masses 8 (Low), 9 (Sung) 11 (Sol & Ser), MP 7:30, E&B Open Sun 7-4; Mon-Fri 7 -6; Sat 8-4 4 (1S , Oct -May) Daily: MP 6:40 (ex Sun) Masses 7, 6:20 MOJAVE, CA (Wed) , 10 (Sat); EP M-S 6, Sun 4; C Sat 5:31Hi, Sun 10:30- ST. PAUL'S Broadway at Fulton HOPE CHURCH K and Inyo Streets (909) 989-3317 10:50 Rosary 9:30 Sat The Rev. canon James H. Cooper , D. Min. , r The Rev. William R. Hampton , STS Sun H Eu 8, 10. Mon-Sat Prayer Service 12;30 RIVERSIDE, IL (CHICAGO WEST SuBURBAH) Sun Eu 10 Open Sun 7-4; Moo-Sat 1

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Light face type denotes A/IA,bold face PM; add, address; anno, announced ; AC, Ante-Communion ; appt .• appointment; B. Bened iction ; C, Confes­ sions; Cho . Choral ; Ch S. Churc h School ; CP, Contem plative/Centering Prayer; c, curate; d , deacon, d .r.e., director of refigious education ; EP.Evening Prayer; Eu, Eucharist; Ev, Evensong; ex, except ; JS, 1st Sunday; hot hofiday; HC, Holy Communion ; HD. Holy Days; HS, Heafing Service; HU, Holy Unction ; lns!r, Instructions; Int, Intercessions; LOH. Laying On of Hands; Lil, Lilony; Mal. Matins; MP. Morning Prayer; P. Penance; r.rector; r-em. rector emeritus; Ser. sermon ; Sol, Solemn; SD, Spirituol Direction; Sta, Stations; V, Vespers; v. vicar; YA. Young Adult ; YPF, Young People 's Fellowship. NC. oir-conditioned ; H/A , hand icapped accessible .