Day: October 25, 2012

The ‘new Episcopalians’ of Southeast Florida

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The Palm Beach Post has an interesting story about the “new Episcopalians” in Southeast Florida: In the Episcopal Diocese of Southeast Florida, which includes Palm Beach County, attendance is up or at least holding its own. This diocese is bucking a nationwide trend as a group of energetic reformers works to make their church meaningful […]

Panel wants “conciliation” with 9 bishops who support breakaways

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A Reference Panel has found that a prima facie case for misconduct exists against nine bishops who have offered legal arguments in support of breakaway factions claiming ownership of property and assets of the Episcopal Church.

The panel has recommended “conciliation” (click Read More to see the disciplinary canon) rather than further disciplinary proceedings.

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