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TheTeacher Prophet s E A • 'A new teaching - with authority!' (Mark 1 :27) R C H TheFourth Sunday after the Epiphany,Jan. 29, 2006 BCP:Deut. 18:15-20; Psalm 111; 1 Cor. 8:1b-13; Mark 1:21-28 Explore ... RCL!Deut. 18:15-20; Psalm 111; 1 Cor. 8:1-13; Mark 1:21-28 The Religious Life WEEKEND PROGRAM February 17 - 20, 2006 Moses says that God will raise up a precisely what Jesus presented. Prayer • Study • Ministry prophet like him and the people are to However, both when Jesus initially heed him (Deut. 18:15). Subsequently teaches and then when he heals , the Write: Sisters of St. John Baptist this became the foundation for one people are amazed by his authority Box 240, Mendham, N.J. 07945 messianic expectation. It was not as and even refer to his healing as a new 973-543-4641 www.csjb.org CSJB@csjb .org strong as the hope for a military teaching (Mark 1:22, 27). Indeed , "the" messiah, but always lurked in the prophet has arrived. background among an optimistic Who do we emulate today, whether SHRINE OF OUR LADY minority. They sometimes called this in pulpit or in conversation, in words OF CLEMENCY messiah "the" prophet . Christians saw or in actions? We would like to be like Continuous Novena daily at 5.45pm Jesus as the one Moses predicted ( cf. Jesus. However, let us remember Send your prayer requests to John 1:21, 25; 6:14; 7:40). that only Jesus' words are self Canon Gordon Reid It was natural for New Testament authenticating. S.Clement's Church authors, in looking to the Hebrew We must refer to our source, Jesus, 2013 Appletree St. scriptures, to gravitate away from the just as the scribes quoted their Philadelphia, PA 19103 military king toward more peaceful sources. In that sense we are like the www.s-clements.org images such as Moses' teacher scribes. Remember , the scribes were prophet. Although Mark does not use not the bad guys. On the other hand, the expression "the" prophet , he does we pray that the spirit of Jesus will WOULD show that Jesus is the one predicted come through our words. We have an YOU LIKE by Moses. Jesus comments on the example of this in Paul. In 1 scriptures as the only one who has the Corinthians he opts for the spirit of TO HELP OUR right to say what they mean. His word Jesus in advocating the more loving is self-authenticating, not like the action in spite of his opinion that it is MINISTRY? scribes who rely on the words of permissible to eat meat offered to others. Mark does not here tell us idols (1 Cor. 8:13). Please consider a gift to the Living Church Fund. No gift is too large or too small. LookIt Up Some themes found in today's gospel yet not addressed in the above All gifts are tax-deductible. commentary are worth considering. Look them up in a Bible dictionary: (1) Mark's Consider gifts of stock messianic secret and (2) the Holy One of God. as well. This provides a tax deduction for the current value of stock, and enables ThinkAbout It the contributor to avoid Being scribes in the best sense of the word, how are we doing in balancing paying capital gains tax our personal insights with scripture? They are not necessarily in contradiction. on the sale. For more information, please call our NextSunday business office at TheFifth Sunday after the Epiphany,Feb. 5, 2006 BCP:2 Kings4:(8-17)18-21(22-31), 32-37; Psalm 142; 1 Cor. 9:16-23; Mark 1: 29-39 414-276-5420,ext. 17. RCL!Isaiah 40:21 -31; Psalm 147:1-12, 21c; 1 Cor. 9:16-23; Mark 1:29-39
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CapeTown Pan-Anglican Congress Plan Revived A group that includes bishops, rec Ndungane, the 2007 gathering is mod In an address to the annual conven tors and canons from the Episcopal eled on a proposal developed by the tion of the Diocese of Long Island, Church has agreed to work in a part Anglican Consultative Council (ACC) Bishop Orris G. Walker, Jr., of Long nership to organize and secure funding for a meeting that was to have been Island, said the gathering will be "for all for a pan-Anglican congress in Cape held concurrently with the 2008 Lam orders of ministry" and "will focus on Town, South Africa, in 2007. beth Conference. That gathering, also the mission and ministry of the whole Sponsored by the Primate of South scheduled to be held in Cape Town, was church." ern Africa, Archbishop Njongonkulu canceled because of lack of funds. Bishop Walker said that Archbishop Ndungane had also asked for the help of the Bishop of Washington, the Rt. Rev. John B. Chane; the Rev. Canon ConferenceGives Care to Caregivers John L. Peterson, former ACC secretary Clergy and lay professionals in the general and now canon for global jus hurricane-ravaged Gulf Coast region tice and reconciliation at Washington are in most cases at least as wounded National Cathedral; the Rev. Canon as those for whom they are caring. As a George W. Brandt, Jr., rector of St. gesture of "support, refreshment and Michael's, New York City; the Rev. renewal," a consortium of Episcopal James Cooper, rector of Trinity Church Church organizations sponsored these Wall Street; the Rev. Canon Harold T. professionals and their families to Lewis, rector of Calvary Church, Pitts attend a conference titled "Weathering burgh; the Rev. Canon Frederick Boyd the Storms," held Jan. 4-7 at the Mar Williams, rector of the Church of the riott World Center in Orlando, Fla Intercession, New York City; and Canon Hurricane Katrina was one of the Diane M. Porter, deputy for episcopal worst natural disasters in U.S. history, .Joe Thoma/Dicwcse of Central Florida photo administration in the Diocese of Long Two of the "Weathering the Storms" confer Island. leaving more than 90,000 square miles ence presenters, the Rev. Canon Ernie Bennett of near total devastation behind. In Mis (left), canon to the ordinary in the Diocese of The "scope, attendance, venue" and sissippi, six churches and nine clergy Central Florida, and the Very Rev. George dates of the pan-Anglican Congress will homes were lost, and in the parishes Werner, president of the House of Deputies, be determined at a planning committee visit during a break. affected 30 to 100 percent of members meeting in Cape Town at the end of Jan lost everything. In Louisiana, 27 of 51 uary, said Canon Lewis. Funding issues churches have been severely damaged. groups," helped give the adults specific also remained to be finalized, according Seven were flooded and have been or assistance with finance, insurance, to another member of the team. will be razed. Areas in the dioceses of vocation, emotional and physical The Rev. Canon Gregory Cameron, the Central Gulf Coast, Southwest health, legal issues, and spiritual life ACC deputy general secretary, said staff Florida, Texas and Western Louisiana questions. There were individual con from the ACC and Lambeth Palace have also were affected. sultations available from the 57 faculty been assisting the planning committee, The conference participants - three and staff as well as parallel programs "offering advice and suggestions," but bishops, 67 priests and deacons, 21 for children and teens, including a trip the 2007 congress was "not an Anglican diocesan lay professionals, 60 spouses to Disney World. Most of all, there was Communion event." and 56 children - have sacrificially worship and prayer. The 2007 Cape Town congress would sought to provide comfort to their shat Presiding Bishop Frank T. Griswold become the fourth Communion-wide tered communities and parishes. Rec spoke to the group of the sometimes assembly of lay and ordained leaders. ognizing that the physical and painful slowness and uncertainty borne Discussion about holding a congress psychological results of so much unre by people on a journey, whether out of organized by the ACC began in 1993 at lieved suffering would be overwhelm Egypt to the promised land, on the road ACC-9in Cape Town. Work on the Con ing for anyone, Weathering the Storm to Emmaus, or to a rebuilt home in New gress continued in 1999 at ACC-11 in organizers paid all expenses. Confer Orleans. Dundee, Scotland, and in 2002 at ACC- ence organizers included the Church "I am so amazed at how much you 12 in Hong Kong, which requested "the Pension Group, CREDO Institute, Epis have done under the most terrible of Archbishop of Canterbury to give con copal Relief and Development, the Pre circun1Stances," Bishop Griswold said. sideration to ways in which such a con siding Bishop's office, and the Office of "It is amazing how, stripped of so much , gress might be held in association with the Bishop Suffragan for Chaplaincies. how so much grace and love and beauty the next Lambeth Conference in Cape Workshops, called "conversation can shine through." Town in 2008."
6 THE LIVING CHUR CH · JANUARY 29. 2006 Fonddu LacBishop Analysis EnvisionsEcumenical 'TheBook of Daniel'Presents Headquarters The relocation of its diocesan Opportunityto Spreadthe Word headquarters to a leased facility about 45 miles north of the city for By Daniel Webster which it was named is merely the The Rev. Daniel first step in a new vision, according Tom Shales of the Washington Post Webster, director of to the Rt. Rev. Russell Jacobus , hated it. Scott Pierce of the Mormon communications for Bishop of Fond du Lac. Bishop Church-owned Deseret Morning News the Diocese of Utah, Jacobus said that limited diocesan said it was the best new series to hit is a former NBC resources would be spread further if network TV this season. News producer. the diocese eventually found a per So I guess beauty really is in the eye manent home in an ecumenical of the TV viewer. complex. "The Book of Daniel" got a lot of the news division, but rather a drama An undeveloped lot adjacent to hype. The NBC Television network series designed to get ratings (9 mil the local headquarters of the Evan (for whom I used to work) promoted it lion people saw the first episode) and gelical Lutheran Church in America heavily. It was a mid-season replace hopefully in the 18-49age group. is for sale and the United Methodist ment series booked for only eight I suspect most of our churches don't Church and the Presbyterian episodes. attract too many members in that age Church, USA, are interested in But what got my interest (and that group so NBC was doing us a big exploring the idea of sharing bricks of many of my Episcopal Communica favor. The miniscule sum of money and mortar with the Episcopal tor colleagues) were the coincidences given for TV advertising by the Epis Church while maintaining their sep with my life and this TV show. The copal Church could never give us the arate identities. character's name is the Rev. Daniel kind of exposure on a major TV net "This could be a great ecumenical Webster (so is mine). His bishop is work that this controversial program project, where the Presbyterians female (so is mine). He was called an has . and the Methodists and the UCC "unconventional" priest in the net The Diocese of Washington website [United Church of Christ] and the work publicity. I've been called that set up the "Blog of Daniel." While hun Episcopalians and Lutherans could and worse . dreds of people contrib uted com be together," said Bishop Jacobus in My phone and e-mail accounts were ments , the link they provided to , an interview with the Appleton Post busy just before and after the Jan. 6 "What the real Episcopal Church Is Crescent. "Hopefully this will be premiere of the program. I thought About," had more traffic in three days part of that dream." Epiphany was a perfect date to tell than in the past three months. The Diocese of Fond du Lac has American TV viewers about the Epis Jim Naughton, the director of com signed a three-year lease on an copal Church. munications in the Diocese of Wash office complex in Appleton, accord Many reporters asked me what I ington, saw an opportunity. With the ing to Canon Matthew Payne, dioce thought of the show (awful) but it did publicity the program was generating, san administrator. Canon Payne said n't matter what the questions were. My especially around talks of boycotts the local affiliates of the Presbyter answers always included the Episco from ultra-conservative groups, he ian and United Methodist churches pal tradition of embracing ambiguity, knew there would be increased inter were also in short-term leases and living in the gray areas of life and look est in the Episcopal Church. interested in finding more perma ing for God there, and being a place Hollywood is prone to the prurient. nent locations for their headquar where not all the answers are found Hollywood shies away from the ters. but all the questions are welcome. prophetic. So we should not be sur "There do not appear to be any And I always told them "Episco prised at the content of "The Book of roadblocks," said Canon Payne, "but palian" is a noun and "Episcopal" is an Daniel." But we should open our this is all very preliminary. It is a adjective. Some listened. Most didn't. doors. We should be taking advantage vision that [Bishop Ja cob us] When my sister and brother Episco of the increased interest in the Episco shares." palians asked me about the show, I pal Church with a message of a loving, "Working ecumenically could be a was probably more open than they kind and forgiving God. venture that would be a model for expected. Network television is in the That's the opportunity "The Book of others," Bishop Jacobus said in his entertainment business. This show Daniel" is giving us. I hope we are tak address to diocesan convention. was not a docun1enta.ry produced by ing advantage of it.
JANUARY 29. 2006 · THE LIVING CHURCH 7 FinancialAdjustments in parochial assessment reductions to 'Ofthe Spiritor Not?' diocesan council. "We've reached a Delegates to the Diocese of Northern point," Bishop Little said, "where the The Rt. Rev. V. Gene Robinson Indiana'sannual convention focused on diocesan budget cannot handle the rebuked traditionalists for condemn revitalizing the congregational life of strain without significant adjustments." ing his election as Bishop of New the diocese, adopting a resolution com While a portion of the shortfall had Hampshire,telling the diocese's annual mitting 5 percent of diocesan income been covered by reducing the diocese's convention the diocese has experi to congregational development. pledge to the program budget of the enced new life and growth since his Gathered at St. Michael and All General Convention, the bishop sug election as bishop in 2003. Angels' Church, South Bend, Oct. 29, gested further staff and overhead cuts "New Hampshire may be the only the delegates also heard a presentation would be made. Convention adopted a diocese in the Anglican Communion from the diocese's "Whatever It Takes $742,930austerity budget after debate . not obsessed with sexuality," he said , Task Force," which was chartered by Bishop Little told convention atten holding it up as a model of "what the the 2004 convention to look at ways of dance figures for the diocese were Episcopal Church might look like funding ministry in a difficult financial causing him some worry. In 2001, "I after we settle the issue of homosexu climate. While addressing structural articulated a diocesan BHAG (Big ality and get on with the gospel." changes that would redeploy the dio Hoosier Audacious Goal), that we seek Traditionalist leaders among the cese's assets in more productive ways, to double average Sunday attendance primates "are seeking to find ways to the task force concluded the primary by the year 2010," he said. From "2002 declare the Episcopal Church apos need was spiritual revitalization, not a to 2004, attendance in the diocese on a tate for consenting to the episcopal managerial one. typical Sunday declined about 10 per election by the clergy and laity of New "Hearts focused on Jesus Christ and cent, from 3,000 to 2,700." Hampshire in 2003. Their goal seems hands made available to him," the Rt. While some of the loss could be to be division, not reconciliation. Let Rev. Edward S. Little II, Bishop of attributed to the actions of the 74th us keep them in our prayers ," Bishop Northern Indiana, concluded, would General Convention, Bishop Little said Robinson suggested to the delegates awaken the potential of the diocese . he believed the "graying of our dio gathered at the Grappone Conference Finances remained a pressing con cese" to be the primary culprit. Center in Concord, Nov. 11-12. cern, Bishop Little said. Congregations Despite highlighting some areas of Were he able to address his critics unable to meet their asking had sub concern, Bishop Little assured the dio in person , Bishop Robinson said he mitted requests for more than $70,000 cese "that I am not at all discouraged." would want to tell "them about the life
The Rt. Rev. James L. Jelinek, Bishop of Min nesota, descends from the steeple of the recently completed Coventry Chapel in St. Paul while some of the 200 residents and friends of Episcopal Homes look on at a recent service to celebrate com pletion of the chapel and adjoining Cornelia House, an independent living resi dence named for Cornelia Whipple, the wife of Min nesota's first bishop . Epis copal Church Homes operates a nursing home and four assisted living facilities in St Paul. On Jan. 5 the agency announced that it had been awarded a $6.1 million federal grant to construct 50 subsidized housing units on University Avenue in St. Paul.
Marilyn WallJelin ek/ Diocese of Minnesota photo
8 THE LIVIN G CHURCH · JANUARY 29. 2006 and vitality of this diocese," about those who have been "away from the Church for 10, 20 or 30 years, but now want to return." The Rt. Rev. William E. Swing Citing an influx of "those who've receives a plaque from the 156th never been churched but who are now annual convention on Oct. 22 in interested in giving us a try" as well as honor of his 16 years of service as "young Roman Catholic families" Bishop of California. Bishop Swing , the senior member in terms of active seeking "the kind of community in duty in the House of Bishops, which they want to raise their kids," announced his intention to retire on Bishop Robinson asked his detractors July 22, the consecration date for to "tell us wheth er or not you think his successor. this is of the Spirit." Sean McC01mt'll/Pacijk Chu rch Nt'U1s photo Convention approved a $1.4 million budget and adopted resolutions adjust ing the clergy compensation guide was accepted, 50 to 10 in the clergy diocesan Commission on Marriage lines, as well as a resolution requesting order and 79 to 21 in the lay order, mak and Blessing that will meet through every congregation "to begin a conver ing it the third diocese after Fort Worth 2010, and directed the new commis sation on the use and consumption of and Pittsburgh to set forth this priority sion to develop "resources relating to alcohol," as well as a canonical amend of canons in its governing docun1ents. the ethics and pastoral theology of ment permitting each congregation to In his address, the Rt. Rev. John lifelong committed relationships" in add one young person to its conven David Schofield, Bishop of San time for the diocese's 2007 conven tion delegation, granting them voice Joaquin, spoke to the divisions within tion. The third resolution , which and vote. A resolution from the floor the Episcopal Church and noted that if builds on the Rt. Rev. William Swing's endorsing the diocesan renewal pro the Church did split, the present dioce "long-standing practice permitting the gram with "re-imagining recommenda san policy of "laissez:faire treatment blessing of same-gender unions in this tions in the areas of mission, program, of all our clergy" would end. "Should diocese," directed the diocesan Com and governance" passed as well. anyone wish to remain in this diocese, mission on Liturgy and Music and the then those holding to and promoting Commission on Marriage and Blessing Diocesancanons First revisionist teaching would be given an to jointly prepare, in time for the 2007 opportunity to change or leave," he conventio n, "a rite or rites which for Delegates to convention in the Dio said, adding that congregations were malize the blessing of same-gender cese of San JoaquinOct. 28-29 at St. free to go "as long as they did so with unions in the Diocese of California, James' Cathedral, Fresno, passed the out leaving indebtedness behind." together with a policy for the use of second reading of an amendment sub There were "two different churches said rite or rites ." ordinating the Constitution and with two different teachings under the The convention, which was the last Canons of the General Convention to single umbr ella of the Episcopal to be presided over by Bishop Swing, those of the diocese. Church," Bishop Schofield said. "This adopted four additional resolutions The convention amended Article II is not simply another instance of the that will be submitted to General Con of its constitution and deleted the breadth of Anglicanism," but rather vention for consideration when it clause stating it "accedes to the consti "two contradictory and mutually exclu meets in June . tution of that branch of the holy sive churches. " A resolution calling on the Episco catholic Church known as the Episco pal Church "to work toward the goal pal Church in the United States of Ritesfor Blessings of accessible , adequate . . . affordable America and recognizes the authority and sustainable health care for all of the General Convention of the Resolutions related to marriage and An1ericans" also calls on General Con san1e." That language was replaced same-sex blessings were the chief vention to reinstitute the Standing with a clause stating the diocese results of the yearlong work of a Commission on Health. Bishop Swing, "accedes to and/or incorporates the diocesan "Task Force on Marriage and who once chaired that commission, tenns and provisions of the constitu Blessings," which delivered its report told delegates after the vote that the tion" of the General Convention pro to the annual convention of the Dio dissolution of the commissio n had vided they are "not inconsistent with cese of California, Oct. 22 at Grace "hampered the moral witness of the the terms and provisions of the consti Cathedral, San Francisco . All three Church. I, for one, am glad to see that tution and canons of the Diocese of resolutions passed by significant we are pushing the national church to San Joaquin." majorities. In a vote by orders, the amendment Delegates voted to establish a (Continued on next page)
IANUA RY 29. 2006 · TH E LIVIN G CHURCH 9 California (Continued from previous page) re-establish this body," he said. Delegates called on the General Convention's Standing Commission on The Rt. Rev. Gordon P. Scruton, Bishop of West Constitution and Canons to prepare ern Massachusetts, and amendments to the canons that "will others process out of clarify that baptism . . . shall be the Christ Church Cathedral in Springfield at the close only membership requirement" to of the convention enter the ordination process or any Eucharist Oct. 28. other licensed ministry. Sponsors said this measure will bring church law Janice Beet.le/Pastoral StaJJ"photn into accordance with the theology of the Book of Common Prayer. Oasis California submitted a resolu tion designed to ensure that "gender identity . . . should not be a basis for exclusion from consideration for, or participation in, the ministries of the Church." Noting that Church canons Sunday morning worship by itself was differ with us on matters of human already prohibit discrimination in the not sufficient. sexuality, we need to go forward discernment process for any lay or In a two-part address to convention, together as Anglicans in living Christ's ordained ministry because of race, Bishop Scruton also summarized the mission. The visiting Anlerican bish color, ethnic origin, national origin, tensions and divisions within the ops have been invited to preach, cele sex, marital status, sexual orientation, Anglican Communion and the Episco brate the Eucharist, ordain clergy, disabilities or age, the resolution pal Church. lead clergy conferences, and confirm sought to "respect the human dignity The bishop noted that in the Epis new African Anglicans. While our divi of transgender people" by adding copal Church "at least 25 bishops con sions continue over many issues of "gender identity or expression of gen tinue to hold a conservative position human sexuality, there is also a strong der identity" to the existing list of pro on issues of human sexuality and are and deep desire to continue to walk tected categories. The measure committed to continuing as part of the together as interdependent members passed after brief discussion. Episcopal Church, recognizing that of the Anglican Communion." Convention also adopted the rules our church and the Anglican Commu In other business, delegates for the election of a diocesan bishop. nion has always included a spectrum adopted a $2.26 million budget, and The electing convention is scheduled of theological positions throughout its learned from the treasurer that the to meet May 6. history." Diocese of Western Massachusetts He said 10 other diocesan bishops "cannot cry poor," because investment "with followers in dioceses across the income funded 49 percent of the country have decided that they can no budget. Importanceof Prayer longer stay in the Episcopal Church." Small prayer groups are a vital tool These bishops were "working with a ChurchPlanting for stemming the decline of the Epis network of other bishops around the copal Church, the Bishop of Western world" to realign the Anglican Com Delegates to the convention of the Massachusetts,the Rt. Rev. Gordon P. munion. Diocese of Idahoagreed to the estab Scruton, told delegates to the dio "Where is the majority of the Angli lishment of a diocesan fund for church cese's annual convention Oct. 28-29. can Communion on the issue of re planting and were told by their bishop, "Down through Christian history, alignment?" Bishop Scruton asked. the Rt. Rev. Harry B. Bainbridge III, beginning with Jesus and his 12 disci "No one knows for sure. Over the past that power politics were behind the ples, the environment God seems to two years, several Episcopal bishops divisions within the Episcopal Church. use most often to transform the lives have visited African dioceses where Convention met Oct. 21-23 at a hotel of people is a small group who gather the primate has expressed passionate convention center in Burley. informally for prayer, Bible study, and criticism of the Episcopal Church and During its business session, conven learning conversations which leads to support for realignment. In every case, tion adopted four resolutions: to mission action in their daily lives," the visiting An1erican bishop has been encourage individuals and parishes to Bishop Scruton said. He added that wam1ly received, told that while they participate in the mission of the Lillian
10 THE LIVING CHURCH· IANUARY 29. 2006 Vallely School in Blackfoot, Idaho, ment, however. At the beginning of the through prayers and financial gifts; to fiscal year, the diocese provides each MurderTrial Halted ask congregations to participate in a congregation with a proposed fair share Citing procedural and technical dif project to provide a sustainable water asking, typically about 15 percent of net ficulties, the Archbishop of Central supply for the Methodist Children's income. Each congregation responds to Africa, the Most Rev. Home in Meru, Kenya; to convene a the fair share asking with a pledge Bernard Malango, has conference to create an action plan to which may be more or less than the fair dismissed charges of establish Hispanic ministry ; and to share amount. If approved again next conduct unbecoming establish a new fund titled the Church year, the diocesan constitution would a member of the Planting Fund to be used for all areas be amended so that lay delegates from clergy brought against related to growth. Gifts to the fund will congregations which do not meet their the Bishop of Harare, be supplemented by contributing 0.75 voluntary pledge may not "be qualified the Rt. Rev. Nolbert percent of "normal operating income for a seat in convention." Kunonga. assessment" until 2010. The challenging financial year for the Bishop Kunonga A close ally of Zim- During his address, Bishop Bain diocese was the result of more tl1an 25 babwe dictator Robert bridge said most dissenting Episco congregations not paying their fair Mugabe, Bishop Kunonga was brought palians were less concerned than share diocesan asking. In addition to before the tribunal Aug. 23 to respond Anglicans in the Global South about the five parishes mentioned in an article to a 38-count ecclesiastical complaint how the Bible is read and interpreted about the convention [TLC, Jan . 15], which included charges of heresy and and much more fixated on issues of some others did not pay their full fair inciting murder . The trial proceedings "theological purity and scriptural share asking in protest over the actions were halted Aug. 25 after the presiding inerrancy." Dissent over human sexual of the 74th General Convention. The judge withdrew. ity was merely the symptom of a larger majority of others did not pay their Harare's state-controlled newspa movement, he said, "whose goal is to diocesan asking because of financial per, The Herald, published an extract take control of the Episcopal Church." constraints. of a Dec. 19 letter to the bishops of the The convention report in the Jan. 15 province that it claimed was written issue did not explain the distinction by Archbishop Malango. Correction between a mandatory assessment, a fair The letter stated that the prosecutor Congregations that do not meet their share asking and a voluntary pledge. It in the ecclesiastical trial "decided to voluntary pledge may be denied voice also did not clarify that the challenging ignore a clear order of the provincial and vote at future conventions in the financial year was the result of a com court to furnish further and better par Diocese of Western New York. The dio bination of theological dissent and a ticulars to the court. We shall appoint cese does not have a mandatory assess- poor economy. another prosecutor to conduct any future prosecution should the need arise. But as far as the case against Bishop Nolbert Kunonga is con HaitianSchool Director Killed cerned, the matter is closed and can Edward Emmanuel Corneille, direc "It is obvious that rampant violence not be revived ." tor of the Bishop Tharp Institute of and unrest has become a daily reality Supporters of Bishop Kunonga Business and Technology (BTI) in that threatens all of us living in Haiti. claimed the charges were racially Haiti, was shot and Since BTI's opening, the institute has motivated . However , white parish killed Jan. 5 in been seen as a symbol of hope for Les ioners brought only three of the 38 Petion-Ville, near Cayes and the southern part of Haiti. counts against the controversial Port-au-Prince. At With Emmanuel, there was hope." bishop. In 2003, the State Department press time Haitian Mr. Corneille had been director of the banned Bishop Kunonga from enter police were investi school since 2004. He was instrumental ing the United States for complicity in gating the circum- -~ in the final phases of building and open the crimes and human rights abuses of stances surrounding ing the institute. He is survived by a son the Mugabe regime. his death. BTI is a and numerous family members both in Bishop Kunonga was unavailable collaborative part Mr. Corneille Haiti and the United States. for comment at press time. nership between the Diocese of Haiti "This is disheartening for the BTI and Episcopal Relief and Develop community, the Diocese of Haiti and ment (ERD). ERD," said Abagail Nelson, vice presi Find more news, including The Rt. Rev. Jean Zache Duracin, dent for progran1 of ERD. "Emmanuel updates of stories on these pages: Bishop of Haiti, released a statement was a charismatic leader who will be deploring the death of Mr. Corneille: sorely missed." www.Iivingchurch.org
IANUARY 29. 2006 · THE LIVING CHURCH 11 EDITOR'S COLUMN
Did You Know ... Sabbatical leaves, I've always believed, look at these periods of time as opportuni are for scholars. University professors earn ties for refreshment (not the edible or drink St. David'sChurch, Page, Ariz., them and use the time to get involved in able kinds), reflection, personal study, and fancy-schmantzy research projects in exotic rest - sort of re-charging one's batteries. A usedthe tongue-in-cheek parts of the world. They're also for clergy, for highlight of my time will be a visit to Eng themeof "Titheor Be Lord !mows our priests and bishops need land , hopefully adding another seven or Damned"for its annualstew time away from the madness of this Church, eight visits to cathedrals to my collection. I and continued study of theological issues ardshipcampaign. also plan to do some brief independent study can't hurt. Journalists? Nah. They don't need at St. Stephen's House, Oxford, and at two or sabbatical leaves. They can leave their con three American seminaries. I plan to take a cerns at the office. Can't they? new approach to reading the Daily Offices, That narrow view of mine has changed using a different Anglican prayer book for a Quote of the Week drastically in recent months. I was surprised week at a time for eight weeks. I expect to and pleased last year when the Board of do plenty of reading , hopefully visit my ActorAidan Quinn in Directors of the Living Church Foundation grandchildren in upstate New York, and still Newsweekon his role in the awarded me a two-month sabbatical leave in keep my calendar clear to watch my favorite new TV drama"Daniel": honor of my 15 years in its sports event - the NCAAbas employ. I had thought about Journalists don't ketball tournament and the "I'm an Episcopalianpriest a leave from time to time but need sabbatical conference tournaments that who struggleswith a little never expected to have one. precede it - in March. I self-medicationproblem, Now I'm facing the fact that leaves. They can intend to do some things dif it's about to begin. ferently while I'm gone. I read and I havea 23-year-old leave their concerns The biggest problem in at the office. somewhere that a sabbatical sonwho's gay and a 16-year arranging to be out of the is a great opportunity to not old daughterwho's dealing pot office for that much time has Can't they? do what one normally does. I been when to take it. When continue to think about how ... and a wife who'svery it was awarded last spring, there wasn't time I'm going to implement that facet. lovingbut also likes to plan for it in the summer. Autumn means Other than seeing a wider variety of her martinis." a series of endless meetings planning the authors and perhaps perspectives in this budget for the following year as well as space , readers will hardly notice I'm gone. preparing for the annual meeting of the foun We have a talented, creative staff who will do dation. We have short work weeks around a fine job publishing this magazine if they the holidays, and we need every staff person can be tom away from their celebration of on board to get issues put together and pub my absence. lished despite little time to prepare them. There are some great stories about sab With General Convention looming in June, batical leaves - people who never returned and a need to prepare for it in advance, then to their jobs , people who returned from their follow up on it in succeeding weeks , the leaves and found they'd been replaced in spring and summer months were not con their jobs , and others who found a new job ducive to being absent. So it came down to while on leave. I suspect those occurrences February and March as the chosen time. are not going to take place in this instance. I am familiar with sabbatical ( derived Hopefully, I will return in April more rested from the word Sabbath) leaves, for in a pre with some new perspectives and fresh ideas. vious job I sometimes worked with clergy as If that occurs, the sabbatical leave will be a they prepared to take their leaves. I'm pretty success. traditional in my views about sabbaticals. I David Kalvelage,executive editor
12 THE LIV IN G CHU RCH · JAN UARY 29. 2006 EDITORIALS
Feeding the Hungry It is not difficult to notice that hunger remains a serious problem. Whether we observe long lines at local soup kitchens or watch rationing of small supplies of food to refugees on television news casts, we can't help but be aware that providing food for those in need is a serious challenge - particularly for those who experience hunger. There is no doubt that churches have made a major impact in addressing this crisis, both in this country and elsewhere. Participa tion in local food banks , establishment of programs, providing vol unteers and funds for various ministries that address the problem, and participating in leadership groups that develop strategies to address hunger are typical ways churches can help. Civic organiza tions and various other groups have similar approaches, but the problem remains. If one pays attention to various reports on those affected by hunger, we find it is usually the very young and the very old who suf fer most. Communications by a number of governmental agencies often reveal startling numbers of undernourished children . As to the elderly, meals provided by a food program may be the only nourish ment some receive. Such agencies as Episcopal Relief and Develop ment (ERD), Food for the Poor and many others have made a major impact on feeding a hungry world, and are deserving of support . Christians should be concerned about hunger if for no other rea son than our Lord himself said that in feeding the hungry, "as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to me" (Matt. 25:40). It is not diffitult to notice that Advantages of Small Churches hunger remains Through the years this magazine has been consistent in its sup a serious proole:rn. port for small churches. As the Episcopal Church grows smaller, more congregations are finding themselves in this category, with Sunday attendance of fewer than 100. Just because a church is small, it doesn't mean that it is mired in second-class status . There are many small congregations in which creative leaders and vision ary leadership have brought about new life or resurgent ministries . There are many advantages to being a member of a small church. For one thing, it is often easier to form personal relationships with other members in such a setting. With fewer small groups and com mittees, congregations of this size are natural environments for peo ple to get to know one another. Small churches that are intentional about wanting to grow often provide an exemplary hospitality not often found in most of our congregations. In smaller churches, whether they are located in village, rural or urban settings, it's easier to spot a newcomer or a visitor, and therefore not difficult to reach out to guests. Church members may find it easier to get involved in a small congregation, for there is usually a need for additional vestry members, participants in the liturgy, or with other ministries. Small churches have their own set of problems, to be sure. Small budgets , an inability to afford full-time clergy, and a lack of enough volunteers quickly come to mind. However, the outlook does not need to be bleak. By using the gifts and talents of members, small churches are often able to accomplish plenty.
JANUARY 29. 2006 · THE LIVING CH URCH 13 READER'SVIEWPOINT
humorous romp through the uses and abuses of punctuation. And thanks to Ms. Truss, I've come to accept my "inner stickler," that part that cringes whenever we encounter the public mis use of things grammatical. Signs like "Hot Dog's $2" or "Thank God Its Fri day." My obsession with such matters may be the writer in me. But, as with most issues concerning the human psyche, I blame my mother. She possesses that lethal combination of being outspoken and an English major. So I spent a tor tured childhood being embarrassed whenever she would call over a waiter to protest the menu's misspelling of "Creme Brillee (sic)." When it comes to grammatical righteous indignation, I've become my mother. Though I tend to stew in silence or correct the menu myself, rather than invite blank stares from the wait staff. But back to the question at hand . Why did I insist on changing the letter head and adding the apostrophe to our exterior sign when I was called as rec tor three years ago? Because All Saints' (with the apostrophe after the 's') is grammatically correct. And the rector, unctuatiowas the parish's chief pastor and resident grammarian , must take ultimate responsibility. Let's examine the three alternatives: AU Saints' Church: It is the church of all the saints. We honor them by nam ing the church for them and recognize ':~ounts! that it is ultimately their church. AU Saints Church: On the surface, this looks fine. It's neat and tidy; no apostrophe, no confusion. But it's the By Timothy E. Schenck granunatical equivalent of conflict avoidance. And it's wrong. It's the same as saying "Hot Bagels Church." All Saints or Hot Bagels become the name apostrophe question. It's impossible of the church itself, which honors neither saints nor be rector of a church named "All bagels. aints" without becoming preoccupied AU Saint's Church: This version makes no sense . with this oft-misused granunatical tool. There are The singular possessive would mean the church undoubtedly greater issues facing the Episcopal belongs to someone named All Saint. This is gener Church . Like, oh, the future of the Anglican Com ally used by people who know an apostrophe munion and global poverty. But the proper use of belongs somewhere but haven't a clue where. our parish name does matter. Is it All Saints', All Hardcore grammarians might offer a fourth Saint's or (ignoring the matter altogether) All option: AU Saints 's Church . This unsightly version Saints? I've seen all of these. Sometimes on the may hold grammatical water (some punctuation same parish website. manuals call for this approach to possessive proper I've been reflecting upon this as I've finally read names ending in "s") but it makes you want to avert Lynne Truss's best-selling book, Eats, Slwots & your eyes. Or stutter. Leav es. If you're not familiar with the book, it's a This entire issue transcends the local parish . The
14 THE LIVIN G CH URCH · JANUA RY 29. 200 6 TheR eader's Viewpoint articledoes not necessanly representthe editonalopinion o f THE lMN G Lf;JTERS CHURCH or its board of directors. ! same conundrum arises each November 1. We cele brate All Saints' Day because it is a day to remember all the saints. It is their day, which is why we use the HatJIJy)Bogged Down' plural possessive form. Any other form fails to convey Regarding the editorial, "Precarious Condition" [TLC, Jan. the totality of this major feast day. A day when many 15]: Canadian Primate Archbishop Andrew Hutchison is parishes have baptisms but no priest performs bap quoted as saying that the report "(is) causing us to refocus our tism's . And don 't get me started on All Souls' Day. efforts on issues that we haven't been able to address effec The Church's punctuation dilemma doesn't just tively in recent years." The editorial reports that the Primate affect parish names. Punctuation also has a dramatic indicated that "church leaders had spent so much time , energy effect upon our liturgy. For instance, the words of and resources on the residential schools issue that other mat institution in the service of Holy Eucharist, Rite I read, ters had not received much energy or attention." Then it con "Drink ye all of this: for this is my Blood of the New cludes, "Like the Episcopal Church , Canada's Anglicans seem Testan1ent, which is shed for you , and for many, for to be mired in bureaucracy and bogged down with legislative the remission of sins." The curious placement of the committees." colon highlights the reason for drinking from the chal How TLC reached such a conclusion based on our Primate's ice - because it is Christ's blood which was shed for us comments is beyond me. The residential school issue is nei for the remission of sins. That's clear. But what about ther a bureaucratic matter nor did our church get bogged the first phrase? It could either mean, "all of you, drink down with legislative committees. In fact, when some resolu this" or "all of you, drink all of this ." Depending upon tion was found with the federal government of Canada , the how much wine is consecrated, the second option national church and dioceses were able to approve the agree could pose a problem. So, where the priest pauses and ment within a matter of weeks whatever punctuation is included or omitted, can alter - the exact opposite of being Taking responsibility the meaning of the passage. Which underscores the "bogged down." And the issue original use of punctuation , according to Ms. Truss: that brought all this to a head for the mistakes guiding the proper oral proclamation of scripture. - the physical and sexual of previous generations Other granunatical ramifications abound. I can't say abuse of native children in I'm disappointed the Episcopal Church dumped the government-run , church -spon is the faithful slogan , "We're here for you." Aside from sounding like sored residential schools - and right thing to do. the tag line for an insurance company, it opened the was, and continues to be, an way to grammatical and spiritual isolationism . I could important issue for the church and society in Canada to face envision a newcomer showing up and seeing "Were honestly. Our former Primate , Archbishop Michael Peers , here for you" and leaving in disgust. We were here for apologized to native Canadian Anglicans for the ways in you but not anymore . Sorry. which our church failed them. Taking responsibility for the So why does this gram mistakes of previous generations is the faithful and right thing Punctuation matical minutia matter ? to do. Offering apology and receiving forgiveness are of the Maybe it doesn't. Entrance essence of a life lived in relationship to the living Lord Jesus afso fias into the kingdom of heaven Christ . doesn't depend upon Phari For TLC to characterize such an important moment in the a dramatic saic grammar rules. The life of the Canadian Church as "bureaucratic and bogged well-known prayer book col down" demonstrates ignorance of the life of the Anglican effect uyon lect ( and I don't believe any Church of Canada. collect is valid unless it con (The Very Rev.) Peter G. Elliott our fituray. tains a colon, semi-colon or Christ Church Cathedral both) that calls upon us to Vancouver, B.C., Canada "Read, mark, learn , and inwardly digest" scripture doesn 't say "mark up." But a certain amount of copy editing keeps things DifferentThinking "decently and in good order ." And if our major charge In his letter [TLC, Jan. 8], Fr. Crumb comments on the as Christians is to communicate the gospel of Christ, Northern Michigan resolution "to make baptism the only ritual we must be armed with the appropriate tools of com prerequisite for licensed and ordained ministries." munication. Clarity is the hallmark of good punctua It is unrealistic to be scared that inappropriate persons will tion. Anything less makes us look foolish . And who be licensed or ordained, merely because the resolution knows ? Perhaps all the saints in heaven and on earth attempts to underline the opening words of "Concerning the will rejoice at the eradication of Christendom's mis Service" on p. 298 of the BCP: "Holy Baptism is full initiation placed apostrophes. 0 by water and the Holy Spirit into Christ's Body the Church." The resolution says nothing against confirmation, and the The Rev. Timothy E. Schenck is the rector of All directions on p. 412 of the BCP concerning the expectation for Saints' Church, Briarcliff Manor, N. Y. all to make a public affirmation ( confirmation, reception or (Continued on next page) JAN UARY 29. 2006 · TH E LIVING CHU RC H 15 Areyou reading LETTERSTO THE EDITOR THE
LIVINGCHURCH (Continued from previous page) to keepup on news reaffirmation) would remain valid. effort will be made to secure consent The Diocese of California also via written permissions or indications surroundingthe General passed such a resolution, and I under of assent (i.e. "living will") and, failing Conventionin 2006? stand that the Diocese of Connecticut these, the hope is that an executor of If not,now's your chance to receiveyour own did also. As the president of the Asso the patient's wishes has been previ copyof the onlynational, independent weekly ciated Parishes for Liturgy and Mission ously designated. magazineserving the EpiscopalChurch. said at our convention, making confir All this underlines the salient point mation a prerequisite is "1928 think of my article, which is that free con Youcan count on usto deliverthe news,features ing," and we need "1979 thinking." sent is the sole moral, spiritual and andcommentary to keepyou informed and Nigel A. Renton ecclesiastical condition for interven enlightenedEVERY WEEK, but especially BEFORE, Berkeley, Calif tion. Apart from this free consent, uni DURINGand AFTER lateral intervention is not acceptable, the 2006convention. unless one wishes to argue that cer Thereis no FreeConsent Needed tain dioceses are (to follow the anal ogy) "unconscious," or in a David Fine's thoughtful response bettertime "permanent vegetative state." While [TLC, Jan. 15] to my Reader's View to subscribe point article on integrity within the one may have differences with bish thanNOW! body of Jesus, especially as it pertains ops or dioceses, I find it difficult to to the issue of jurisdiction [TLC,Jan. 1], make the case that free consent may be circumvented. Orderwith MCNISA raises an important point. (The Rev.) Jonathan B. Coffey, Jr. Toll-Freeat 1-877-822-8228or by sending Mr. Fine suggests that sometimes a St. Anthony on the Desert Church in the form below.Foreign rates, first-class body/person might be so ill that unilat postage,and sample copies also available. eral intervention might be necessary to Scottsdale, Ariz.
0 l:IALF-YEARSubscription Vengefuland Stupid ·· C.7$23.00(26i~f;ues) It would seem to me that the (proba t~'iH,~v~~~6$criptio~ :>·(•·,•· · ble) misuse of Canon 10 to depose ·· >~ $42.50(52 issues) · · clergy for abandoning the communion of "this church" rather than withdraw ing their license to minister is probably S?.;'fWO-YEAR~~bscription both vengeful and stupid. Far from '.Y;:f $80.00(lcfJ4 i,ssues) resisting schism, schism is recognized on two points. First, it is a recognition Name______that there is a difference between the beliefs of the Anglican Communion and Address______the Episcopal Church USA and there will be some who will be plain "Mr." X City______in the Episcopal Church but "the Rev. Mr." X elsewhere in the Communion, State____ Zip___ _ thereby ending Communion-wide recognition of ministry of holy orders. Phone{__ }______I wonder that the Presiding Bishop Makechecks payable to: has not pointed this out. regain health. I agree, but only under (The Rev.) Joseph Frary TheLiving Church Foundation very specific circumstances. To follow Portland, Maine P.O.Box 514036 the medical analogy, the clinical world has a rigorous protocol for protecting Milwaukee,WI 53203-3436 the freedom of the patient to consent RacistStatement (or not) to medical intervention. It is Mariatu Bowden-Goode [TLC, Jan. Cl Check MCNISA standard protocol never to intervene in 15] complains bitterly about racism at a patient's care without explicit permis Sewanee in the most flagrantly racist Card#------sion (in writing) from the patient. The statement I've seen in a long while. ·F" P · Date______only exception to this would be the Don't people listen to themselves any unlikely circumstance in which the more? Signature______patient is unconscious or in a perma (The Rev.) James Graner nent vegetative state. Even then, every Larned, Kan.
16 THE LIVING CHURCH· JANUARY 29. 2006 PEOPLE& PLACES- i Pro Cathedral Church of St. Clement I ~ RECTORand PROVOST Appointments EpiscopalDiocese of the mo Grande,El Paso, Texas The Rev. Polk Culpepperis rector of St. Paul's, PO Box 529, New Albany, IN 47151. The Rev. AnthonyJ. Petrottais rector of The thriving, spirit-filled parish of St. Clement's is seeking a Rector and Provost St. Francis of Assisi, PO Box 445, to lead our congregation into the new Millennium. A corporate/resource-sized Wilsonville, OR 97070. The Rev. DouglasReans is rector of St. parish (with 650 ASA and approximately 1,300 members) located in Downtown Andrew 's, 186 E Commerce, Bridgeton , NJ El Paso, Texas, in a beautiful four square block campus shared with the affiliated 08302-2606. Parish School of some 400+ students, the position is supported by a private sec The Rev. GabeSinisi is rector of Advent, 13150 Spanish Garden Dr., Stm City West, retary, administrator, bookkeeping department , two associate priests and two AZ 85375-5052. deacons. Leadership in the community, the Deanery and the Diocese has been a The Rev. Jim Youngis associate rector of consistent call for this parish. Our next rector should have the vision and energy St. Paul's, 1444 Liberty St. SE, Salem, OR 97302-4344. to take the congregation "to the next level" of spiritual development and growth. The Ven. ChuckZellermayer is archd ea Solidly orthodox and evangelical, missions abroad and locally are a major focus con in the Diocese of Milwaukee, 804 E. of the church. Position open to a variety of candidates, from Priests to Bishops Juneau Ave., Milwaukee, Wl 53202. to Primates. Our own Bishop is very encouraging! Retirements Applications and Parish Profile available&om: The Rev. John Crean, as rector of St. Paul's, Grand Rapids, MI. David F. Etzold,Chairman, Search Committee The Rev. WilliamHamiHon , as rector of St. Andrew 's, Lake Worth, FL. Pro CathedralChurch of St. Clement The Rev. JoanWatson , as rector of Grace, 81 O N. Campbell,El Paso, TX 79902 Pemberton , NJ. The Rev. NancyH. Wittig,as rector of St. Phone: (915) 549-2344 E-mailto: [email protected] Andrew's, Somerton, PA. Applicationswill be acceptedthrough January 2006. Deaths ,i. ,...... ,.,.,. . .. , ~,,,.,., .. i, • • ,. !
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Send resume Father Murdock Smith, St. Martin's Episcopal flags and banners by Festival Flags in Richmond.Virginia. and CDO to: Search Committee, 89-16 168th Street, Church, 1510 E. 7th St, Charlotte, NC 28204 ; E-mail: Please contact us by phone at 800-233-5247 or by E-mail at Jamaica, NY 11432 or E-mail: vi:raini:er@ststephens [email protected] PH : (704) 376-8441. festflai:[email protected]. jam.om. Information about the church can be found at www.ststephensjam.ori:. Applications will be accepted until March I. 2006. PUBLISHING SALES COMPUTER SOFTWARE CHRISTIAN BOOK SALES/PROMOTION: A unique INEXPENSIVE: www.episcopal-software.com FULL-TIME PRIEST: All Saints Parish, Gastonia, opporrunity to sell and promote one of the most popular N.C. All Saints is a vibrant pastoral/program-sized con Christian books recently published. While selling an inter gregation located just west of Charlotte. N.C. Our mission national appeal, you will market to booksellers , Bible POSITIONS OFFERED is to become a community where all persons will study groups and individuals representing most denomi encounter the power of The Living God, through His Son , nations in the US market . Must be organized, responsible Jesus Christ. We meet this purpose by being an inclusive , self-starter with creative selling and excellent follow-up ASSOCIATE RECTOR for St. Michael and All Angels, family-oriented. spirit-filled. warm and friendly parish skills. The beauty of this position is you workfromyour Albuquerque , New Mexico. A unique opportunity to min that opens its doors to all people . We have a strong lay home . May include some travel. Knowledge of the book ister in a large . healthy . lively faith community on a team ministry because we embrace the gifts and talents of publishing industry preferred . Excellent communication with a long-term rector, deacons and retired priests . and a everyone. We encourage opportunity for renewal and nur skills and computer experience required. Performance breadth of creative and committed laity. Our new priest ture spiritual growth for all parishioner s. We accommo sales incentives + commissions. E-mail your resume to: will relate well to young families and individuals. He or date a meeting place for community organizations; we Daniel Glennon at Glencroix Promotions, Inc . Please she will do general parish work and have primary respon support local charities and the Anglican Mission in Peru. include references . [email protected]. sibility for formation for all ages, building on our long his All Saints seeks a priest who will share our vision. con tory of in-depth spirituality and education. Visit our tinue to lead us in our 37 ministries, aid us in reaching our website: www.all-angels.com. Send an e-mail version of parish goals and provid e pastoral care. spiritual guidance. TRAVEL/ PILGRIMAGES your resume , current CDO profile, and a cover letter and edification through the preaching of The Word. describing some of your gifts and passions in ministry to If you believe that God is calling you to this special place. CLERGY OR LAY LEADERS , interested in seeing the office@all-ani:eis.com. please send a resume and CDO profile to: Glenda Car world for FREE? England, Greece, Turkey, the Holy penter, Search Committee Chair, 3302 South New Land , Ethiopia, and more! Contact Journeys Unlimited . Hope Road, Suite #400, Gastonia , NC 28056 . E-mail journeys@i:roupist.com or call 800-486-8359 ext FULL-TIME RECTOR: COME HELP US GROW. St. E-mail: [email protected]. 205,206, or 208. Luke's in Saranac Lake is a warm , lively church in an eclec Pleas e visit us at www.allsaintsgastonia.org. tic, energetic village in New York State's captivating Adiron dack Mountains. Our rector of 20 years has retired. we are JOURNEY TO THE THREE CHOIRS FESTIVAL IN currently being led by an interim. and are actively searching FULL-TIME RECTOR: St. Mark's Episcopal Church in HEREFORD, ENGLAND (PLUS A WEEKEND IN for a priest to join and guide us in the years to come. St. Casper, Wyoming. Allow us to introduce ourselves . We have LONDON) August 4-15.2006. Twelve days (with day Luke ·s, a 120-year-old parish. is a financially sound and a rich tradition of active lay involvement, with a great out trips, hotels. most meals) . $2,100 each. $380 single sup growing church of some 175 parishioners. Our congrega reach program. We are interested in faith formation for all plement. Airfare not included. Sponsored by St. Mark 's tion has a tradition of hospitality , warmth and mutual sup ages. so that we can continue to grow spiritually and reach Episcopal Cathedral, Minneapolis. Further inforrnation: port; our members actively participate in both church and out to others. We pray for guidance of the Holy Spirit in our Canon John Rettger, PH: (763) 757-3481 or E-mail: community outreach programs through our commissions search process and trust that God is preparing our new [email protected]. and other organizations. priest. Send a current CDO Personal Profile, resume and let We seek a priest who will help us grow with our challenges. ter of interest to The Rev. Canon Gus W. Salbador, Epis Pilgrimage to the Welsh Borders with Esther de Waal, including attracting more young congregants. addressing the copal Diocese of Wyoming, 104 S. 4th St. Laramie, WY April 30-May 10, 2006. Optional extension to West Wales, needs of a broader cross-section of our community, and con 82070. E-mail: g;[email protected]:. May 10-13. Pilgrimage to Lindisfarne & Iona, Sept. 19- tinuing in an environment of spiritual growth and inclusive 30, 2006. Contact: Therese Elias, OSB, 4220 Mercier, ness in keeping with ECUSA tradition. FULL-TIME PRIEST ASSISTANT : Church of Our Kansas City, MO 64111; Phone: (816) 561-6855: E-mail: More details and CDO are avai !able at SaYiour, Rock Hill, SC, is looking for a full-time priest [email protected]. Website: celticpi)i:rimai:e.ori:. www.st.lukessaranaclake.ori: or by contacting assistant. Duties will be split between youth ministry and Lawrence Poole., c/o St. Luke's Church 136 Main St., general pastoral and liturgical support. Rock Hill is a Saranac Lake, NY 12983 , Tel:(518) 891-2404 , E-mail: medium-sized city. 25 miles south of Charlotte, NC. in the RUSTIC CABINS in the Black Hills of SD . In National [email protected]:. Application s or letter of Dioces e of Upper South Carolina. If interested send Forest; near Mt. Rushmore. Custer State Park. Call Dio interest should be sent to both St. Luke's and to Forest S. resume to: 144 Caldwell Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730 or cese of South Dakota at (605) 338-9751 or go to Rittgers, Jr., Interim Diocesan Deployment Officer, 52 E-mail: [email protected]. www.diocesesd.org/camp_remington.htm. Cascade Terrace, Schenectady , NY 12309 or fritti:[email protected]:.
MUSIC MINISTER/CHORAL DIRECTOR: St. Peter's, Del Mar, CA. We are a growing and vibrant For the latest resource-sized parish of approximately 1,500 members, located in an oceanfront community immediately north of San Diego. We are seeking a strong leader to join our staff team and guide us as we continue to develop and expand Episcopal news our worship and music ministries . This position may be combined with the position of Organist/Principal Musi cian for the person with appropriate skills and experience. For a brief Parish Profile and full Job Description. go to www.stpetersdelmar.net. Email: [email protected]. ww,p.livingchurch. :or'·I
18 THE LIVING CHUR CH · JANUARY 19. 2006 SARASOTA, FL BOSTON, MA SELINSGROVE, PA CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER THE CHURCH OF THE ADVENT ALL SAINTS 129 N. Market (570) 374-6289 222 South Palm Ave. (Downtown) (941) 955-4263 30 Brimmer Street 02108 (617) 523-2377 Sun Mass 10 (Rite I). Weekdays as announced (Rite II) Website: www.redeemersarasota.org www.theadvent.org Email: [email protected] Sacrament of Penance by appt. E-mail: [email protected]; The Rev. Allan B. Warren 111, r; the Rev. Patrick T. Gray; Eric The Rev. Fredrick A. Robinson, r; the Rev. Richard C. Hillegas, pastoral assistant for youth Marsden , asst.; the Rev. James E. Hedman , asst.; the Rev. Sun MP 7:30, Ch S, 10:15; Masses 8, 9, 11 :15 (Sol High); Mon CHARLESTON, SC Ferdinand D. Saunders, asst. Fri, MP 9; Mass 12:15 (except Wed); EP 5:30; Wed, Mass 6; CHURCH OF THE HOLY COMMUNION Sun Mass 7:30 (said), 9 & 11 (sung), 2 (Spanish Mass) ; Sat Sat, MP 8:30, Mass 9, C 9:30 218 Ashley Ave. (843) 722-2024 Mass (Contemporary) 5:30; Mon - Sat Mass 10 daily, Wed Website: www.holycom.org Mass 7:30, Thurs Mass 5:30; Daily MP 8:30 , (except Sun), The Rev. Dow Sanderson, r; the Rev. Dan Clarke, c ; the Daily EP 5:15 KANSAS CITY, MO Rev. Francis Zanger, assoc. OLD ST. MARY'S 1307 Holmes (816) 842-0975 Sun Mass 8 (Low) 10:30 (Solemn High) www.stmaryskcmo.org STUART, FL Masses: Sun 8 Low ; 10 Sol. Call for schedule. COLUMBIA, SC ST. MARY'S 623 E. Ocean Blvd. (772) 287-3244 CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD The Rev. Thomas T. Pittenger, r; the Rev. David Fran LAS VEGAS, NV 1512 Blanding (803) 779-2960 coeur , assoc r; the Rev. Holly Ostlund, asst r; the Rev. CHRIST CHURCH 2000 S. Maryland (702) 735-7655 The Rev. James Fraser Lyon IV, r Jonathan Coffey, the Rev. Canon Richard Hardman, the 1 mile off strip [email protected] Sun 8 (Low) & 10:30 (Sol), Rosary 9:30, Sun Sch. 9:30; Wed/Th Rev. Peggy Sheldon, assisting; Allen Rosenberg, organist Sun H Eu 8, 10:30 , 6, Sat 5, Daily H Eu (ex Sat) 12:05 Mass 12:05 & choir dir Sun Eu 7:30, 9, 11, 5. Tues H Eu 12:10; Thurs H Eu 10, Sat 5 CORPUS CHRISTI, TX NEWARK, NJ CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD (361) 882-1735 GRACE CHURCH 950 Broad St., at Federal Sq. 700 5. Upper Broadway www.cotgs.org SAVANNAH, GA www.gracechurchinnewark.org The Rev. Ned F. Bowersox, r; the Rev. Frank E. Fuller, asst; ST. THOMAS - ISLE OF HOPE (912) 355-3110 The Rev. J. Carr Holland Ill, r the Rev. Jay Burkard! , asst 2 St. Thomas Ave www.stthomasioh.org Sun Masses 8 & 10 (Sung); Mon -Fri 12:10 Sun 8, 9, 11:15& 6 Sun 8 & 10 H Eu, 9 Chr Ed; Mon HS 6 ; Wed HS 10 ROSWELL, NM HOUSTON, TX ST. ANDREW'S 505 N. Pennsylvania (505) 622-1353 CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION (713) 781-1330 HONOLULU, HI E-mail : [email protected] 2525 Seagler Westheimer at Beltway 8 THE PARISH OF ST. CLEMENT The Rev. Bob Tally , r Website: www.ascensionchurch.org www.stclem.org [email protected] Sun H Eu 8 & 10:30 ; Wed . Healing Service 7, Sat. Contemp. The Rev. Dr. Walter L. Ellis, r The Rev. Liz Zivanov, r Service 6 Sun H Eu 8, 9:30 & 11; Tues EP 6; Wed HS 5:30; Classes Sun Sun H Eu 7:30 & 10:15 9:30 & 11; Breakfast every Sun SANTA FE, NM ST. MARK'S (808) 732-2333 SAN ANTONIO, TX 539 Kapahulu Ave. (#13 Bus end of line from Waikiki) HOLY FAITH 311 E. Palace (505) 982-4447 ST. PAUL'S CHURCH AND SCHOOL (210) 226-0345 Sun Masses 7, 9 (Sung): MWF 8 (5th Sun 8 only) Website: www.holyfaithchurchsf.org Inclusive & Affirming Anglican Catholicism since 1883 The Rev. Canon Dale Coleman, r; the Rev. Duncan Lanum, 1018 E. Grayson St., Government Hill asst.; the Rev. Joan Garcia, d; Mr, John Buck, music director . Website: www.stpauls-satx.org Sun H Eu 7:45. Sung H Eu 9, 11 :30, Christian Ed 10:30. Mon The Rev. Doug Ear1e, r; Dr. Thomas Lee, organist & dir of day H Rosary 9:30. Tues H Eu 10. Thurs H Eu 12:10. MP and music ; Kay Karcher Mijangos, Episcopal Montessori School CHICAGO, IL EP daily Headmistress ASCENSION N. LaSalle Blvd at Elm Sun Mass 8 (Low) & 10:30 (Sol), Ev & Bas anno , Wed Eu & ascensionchicago.org (312) 664-1271 NEW YORK, NY HU 10:30 ; Sat Noonday P (Sung) 12:00 & Rosary (Lady Sisters of St. Anne (312) 642-3638 ST. BARTHOLOMEW'S Park Ave. and 51st St. Chapel) 12:15, C by appt. The Rev. Gary P. Fertig, r; the Rev. Richard Higginbotham www.stbarts.org (212) 378-0200 Sun Masses 8 (Low), 9 (Sung) 11 (Sol & Ser), MP 7:30, Adult Sun Eu 8, 9 Cho Eu 11, Cho Ev 5, "Come as you are" Eu 7. EAU CLAIRE, WI Ed 10, Sol E&B 4 (1S) Daily: MP 6:40 (ex Sun) Masses 7, 6:20 Mon-Fri MP 8, Eu 12:05, EP 5:30; Thurs 6 Cho Eu; Sat MP CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL (715) 835-3734 (Wed), 10 (Sat); EP M-S 6, Sun 4; C Sat 5:30-6 , Sun 10:30- & Eu 10. Church open 365 days 8-8 (Sun 8-9). For tours call 510 5. Farwell St. 10:50 Rosary 9:30 Sat 378-0265. Cafe open for breakfast, lunch & dinner Sun-Fri. The Very Rev. Bruce N. Gardner , interim dean Book & Gift Shop open daily. Sat Vigil Eu (Chapel) 6 ; Sun Eu 8 (Rite I) & 10 (Rite II Cho) ; Daily MP 9 (exc Sun) ; EP 4; Wed Eu 12:15; others as posted RIVERSIDE, IL (CHICAGO WEST SUBURBAN) ST. THOMAS 5th Ave & 53rd St. ST. PAUL'S PARISH 60 Akenside Rd. www.saintthomaschurch.org (212) 757-7013 The Rev. Andrew C. Mead , r; John Scott, organist and dir. MILWAUKEE, WI www.stpaulsparish.org (708) 447-1604 of music ; the Rev. Charles F. Wallace , headmaster; the ALL SAINTS' CATHEDRAL (414) 271-7719 The Rev. Thomas A. Fraser, r; the Rev. Richard R. Daly, SSC, Rev. Robert H. Stafford, the Rev. Victor Lee Austin, the 818 E. Juneau www.ascathedral.org parochial vicar Rev. Jonathan M. Erdman, youth minister; the Rev. The Very Rev. George Hillman, dean Sun Eu 9 & 10:45. Wkdy Eu Tues 7, Wed 7, Fri 10:30. Sacra Richard Cornish Martin Sun Masses 8, 10 (Sung). Daily Mass, MP & EP as posted ment of Reconciliation 1st Sat 4-4:30 & by appt, A/C Sun H Eu 8 (Said), 9 (Sung), 11 (Choral), Ev 4 (Choral); M-F MP & H Eu 8 & 12:1O, EP & Eu 5:30 [Tues, Wed & Thur Choral Even LUTHERAN song); Sat H Eu 12:10 INDIANAPOLIS, IN CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL (317) 636-4577 PARISH OF TRINITY CHURCH MOJAVE, CA 125 Monument Circle, Downtown www.ccciody.org The Rev. Canon James H. Cooper, D. Min. , r HOPE CHURCH K and Inyo Streets (909) 989-3317 The Very Rev. Gary Goldacker, inlerim dean and rector The Rev. Canon Anne Mallonee, v The Rev. William R. Hampton, STS Sun 8 H Eu (Rite I), 9 H Eu (Rite II), 10 Christian Fonm, 11 (212) 602-0800 Sun Eu 10:30 Choral Eu (Rite II), 1 Santa Eucaristia ; Mon 5:15 H Eu w/ Heal Watch & Hear our services and concerts on the Web ing; Martes (Tues) 5:15 Santa Eucaristia con Curacion : Wed www.trinitywallstreet.org 12:05 H Eu; Thur 5:15 Choral Evensong ; Fri 7 H Eu, 12:05 CHURCH DIRECTORY KEY TRINITY Broadway at Wall Street Organ Recital Light face type denotes AM, bold face PM; add, Radio Services on WICR, 88.7-FM: Sun 5; Fri 7, Evensong Sun H Eu 9 & 11 :15. Mon-Fri MP 8:15 H Eu 12:05, EP 5:15. Open Sun 7-4; Mon-Fri 7-6; Sat 8-4 address; anno, announced; A-C, Ante-Communion; appt, appointment; B, Benediction; C, Confessions; LAFAYETTE,LA ST. PAUL'S Broadway at Fulton Cho, Choral; Ch S, Church School; c, curate; d, ASCENSION 1030 Johnston St. (337) 232-2732 The Rev. Canon James H. Cooper, D. Min. , r 1/2 block North of ULL www.ascension1030.org Sun H Eu 8, 10. Mon-Sat Prayer Service 12:30 deacon, d.r.e., director of religious education; EP, Sun H Eu 8, 10:30, 6; Wed H Eu 6; Canterbury Club meets Open Sun 7-4; Mon-Sat 10-6 Evening Prayer; Eu, Eucharist; Ev, Evensong; ex, Sun, gratis supper and H Eu 6 except; 1S, 1st Sunday; hol, holiday; HC, Holy Com ASHEVILLE, NC munion; HD, Holy Days; HS, Healing Service; HU, CATHEDRAL OF ALL SOULS (Biltmore Village) Holy Unction; Instr, Instructions; Int-, ·Intercessions; NEW ORLEANS, LA 3Angle St. (828) 274-2681 CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL (504) 895-6602 www.allsoulscathedral.org LOH, Laying On of Hands; Lit, Litari~;,Mat. :Matins; 2919 St. Charles Ave. Sun H Eu 8, 9, 11 :15. Wed noon, 5:45; Tues EP 5:30 MP, Morning Prayer: P, Penance; r, · On the street car line at the corner of 6th St. tor .~tus; Ser, Se~;; Please join us for our bicentennial events lions; Vespers;v ,>)liCa Website: www.cccnola.org PORTLAND, OR v; The Very Rev. David duPlantier, dean ST. STEPHEN'S (503) 223-6424 F . J>./C,air Sun Mass 7:30 (1928), 10:30 (Choral H Eu), 6 (Rite 11). Daily 1432 S.W. 13th Ave., 97201 Mass: M-F 12:15, Sat 9:30 Sun H Eu 10, Sun Sch. 10, Wed. H Eu 12
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