Utah shows the way
Have a look at this thoughtful document prepared by the Diocese of Utah in response to the Primates' communique. It is signed by the diocesan bishop the Rt. Rev. Carolyn Tanner Irish, the Standing Committee, the Diocesan Council, the deputies and alternates to General Convention 2006, and the diocese's canon for ministry formation the Rev. Mary June Nestler. If the laity and clergy of the Episcopal Church are really serious about making their voices heard in regards to the Primates' recommendations , and if their bishops are really serious about wanting to hear those voices, here is a model for how it can be done.
(Hat tip to the Rev. Jessee Neat.)
"we are concerned about a creeping authoritarianism, both in the claims made by the groups who produce the documents and also in the manner they are used in worldwide discussion."
This is my major concern, and to me the real issue about what is happening in the Communion. Outsiders are attempting to interfere with our polity, and impose their structure and beliefs upon us. This can only be done with our cooperation. And as yet, I haven't seen the PB resisting these moves.
This is a very refreshing and well-written document, stating many important points.
Posted by Roger B | March 14, 2007 10:52 AM
I especially like what the document says about scripture, that it is a witness to Christ, not Christ himself!
Posted by A MacArthur | March 14, 2007 3:15 PM