That moment, at Matthew Shepard’s funeral, is when Caldwell became an activist. He concluded his speech on Sunday by saying, “My question that I pose today, because those hands haunt me: Is it time to fill those hands? Can we fill those hands together with the absolute love of God?”
News sources around the world are reporting on the Bishops decisions to approve the development of rites for same sex couples and to allow those states with marriage equality to respond to couples in their churches.
Anglican Centrist breaks the news that nearly a century ago there was talk of schism raging over the whole of the Anglican Communion.
Resolved, That the Standing Commission on Liturgy and Music, in consultation with the House of Bishops, collect and develop theological resources and design liturgies, and report to the 77th General Convention for further action; and be it further
What surprised me as she was speaking was the GIANT lump that was rising in my chest. I was almost overwhelmed by an emotion of gratitude that someone finally had recognized the truth about the Episcopal Church. We have been accused of doing so many things, most of which we simply haven’t done.
Some new language was proposed for certain sticky points in the resolution–although I am not sure what those points were or what that language is. At any rate, several bishops whose opinions on this issue are not very different than mine, seem to think that the changes are not devastating, and that the chances of passing the resolution are pretty good.
According to several tweeterers the House of Deputies have in the last hour concurred with the HOB and passed A177, the denominational health plan. Check
Updated: I was wrong, the same sex blessing conversation in the House of Bishops is going to occur after the budget presentation, which, I am
The House of Deputies July 14 addressed issues of church property litigation, a study of church
communications, an agreement with the Presbyterian Church (USA) and new propers for Lesser Feasts and Fasts. Results from a vote by orders concerning the proposed elimination of voting privileges for retired bishops will be announced July 15.
Eyes on the Floor: Washing Socks By Richard Helmer I spent part of the early morning today sorting laundry and washing socks in the room