Dear June,
I was able to chat with Roseann this afternoon, I was on my way to a meeting and decided to give her a call while on the way.
She told me she hadn't slept very well last night so she was quite tired. She was waiting for her priest, Teri, and a former Bishop (May?), whom she was quite fond of. So I figure she is tuckered out this afternoon.
Her God Daughter has been with her and Roseann has enjoyed that a great deal.
She is an amazing soul and I continue to feel the blessed by merely knowing her. I am so grateful I stuck my neck out, and reached out to her.
I hope you are having a good afternoon,
Fondly,
Sue
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Bishop Epting On The Apostolic Constitution
November 16, 2009
Bishop Christopher Epting comments on the Vatican’s Apostolic Constitution
Bishop Christopher Epting, Deputy for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations of The Episcopal Church, has issued the following:
November 16, 2009
From Episcope.
H/T to The Lead.
Bishop Christopher Epting comments on the Vatican’s Apostolic Constitution
Bishop Christopher Epting, Deputy for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations of The Episcopal Church, has issued the following:
Now that the full text of the Vatican's "Apostolic Constitution" dealing with certain former Anglicans who wish to become Roman Catholics has been released, it is clear that what is being touted by some as an 'ecumenical gesture' may be understood as 'pastoral' but is not necessarily very ecumenical. Even though Cardinal Walter Kasper has now given one newspaper interview, there has otherwise been a noticeable silence on the part of the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity on this matter. This appears to be a unilateral action on the part of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith which flies in the face of the slow, but steady progress made in the real ecumenical dialogue of over forty years.
This is "come home to Rome" with absolute clarity. Any former Anglican who has been ordained will not only have to be re-ordained as a priest in the Roman Catholic Church, not only re-ordained as a transitional deacon, but even re-confirmed as an adult member of the Body of Christ! Any one who does make this move is not an Anglican, nor an Anglo-Catholic, but a Roman Catholic convert.
As we have said on numerous occasions, we commend with our blessing any Anglican who in good conscience wishes to become a Roman Catholic just as we welcome any Roman Catholic who in good conscience wishes to enter into full communion with the Anglican Communion. But these decisions are to be made as individuals not as communities of persons. The Vatican may rest assured that we will never create "Roman Catholic Ordinariates" within the Anglican Communion for former, disaffected Roman Catholic converts. We will continue to welcome individuals, from the Roman Catholic Church or any other Christian communion, who desire to be in full communion with the See of Canterbury, and therefore with the Anglican Communion.
For our part, The Episcopal Church remains committed to genuine, ecumenical dialogue both on the national (Anglican - Roman Catholic Consultation in the USA) and international (Anglican - Roman Catholic International Commission) levels. We are encouraged by Cardinal Walter Kasper's comment in Osservatore Romano on November 15 that these will, of course, continue. The recent "Apostolic Constitution" is a distraction, but likely only a minor one, from the real goal of ecumenical conversation between the largest (Roman Catholic) and third largest (Anglican) Christian communion in the world.
Bishop Christopher Epting
Deputy for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations
The Episcopal Church
November 16, 2009
From Episcope.
H/T to The Lead.
Uganda World Prayer Day
The Uganda Anti-Homosexuality Bill is a nasty piece of work which would make the death penalty the sentence for some homosexual acts.
See Fr Jake's blog to read more and for details about what you can do.
Thanks to David@Montreal for the reminder.
See Fr Jake's blog to read more and for details about what you can do.
Thanks to David@Montreal for the reminder.
Story Of The Day - Spontaneous Makeup
I'm at my best when I'm 15 minutes late,
she said. Even my makeup looks more
spontaneous.
From StoryPeople.
This one has my name on it, doesn't it? I'm going in to New Orleans for a check-up on my eye with the new lens. Last time I saw this doctor, I was a whole hour early. About today, we shall see. And I know what some of you (and Grandpère!) are thinking, "If she'd just leave the damn computer and get ready!"
she said. Even my makeup looks more
spontaneous.
From StoryPeople.
This one has my name on it, doesn't it? I'm going in to New Orleans for a check-up on my eye with the new lens. Last time I saw this doctor, I was a whole hour early. About today, we shall see. And I know what some of you (and Grandpère!) are thinking, "If she'd just leave the damn computer and get ready!"
From Kathy Jensen - "A Few Words"
I hesitate to add any words here, as I would like to freeze time and not go forward, leaving Jim's photo up top, his sermons below, and forever be silent here. Soon I must take his clothing and vestments to the funeral home so he can be dressed and prayed over. I don't want to go ahead, but I must, and am so very thankful for all who have been with me, near and far, to help me....
Please read the rest of Kathy's beautiful words at her site, Lady of Silences.
A reminder:
My husband, the Very Rev. James M. Jensen, rector of Grace Church Utica, NY died unexpectedly late this afternoon. We were at an ordination and he had chest pains and we went to the hospital and he did not make it. His aorta ruptured and it was all over. Nothing more I can say now. We are in shock.
....
Requiem eucharist will be Thursday at 7 p.m. - preceded by in church visitation from 3 - 6 p.m. Grace Church, Utica, NY.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Grace Church Music Fund or the Society of St. Margaret – Haiti.
Fr Morris Thompson For Bishop!
A friend writes:
June -As I said after the Meet and Greet for the candidates for bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana:
It's the middle of the night, but just caught up with your blog, not perused for several months. Happy to see that you like Morris for bishop !!
He was an assistant at our church in Ashland, loved by all, and now rectors a large church in Lexington KY, where he is highly thought of. Good friends of ours there have watched, loved and benefited from his pastoral gifts thru the years. They would hate to lose him, but feel he may best serve in wider pastures & offer his gifts as bishop in a diocese that has been through the tribulations that La. has.
My favorite of all and the one I would vote for if I had a vote is Fr Morris Thompson. He looked good on paper, and I liked him face to face.
Monday, November 16, 2009
A Word With Roseann
Earlier today, I spoke with Roseann. She sounded good. When I asked her how she was feeling, she said, "I feel peaceful. It's indescribable, but I feel peaceful." I heard a trace of amazement in her voice as she spoke the words. Roseann wants to spend as much time with Gary as possible, but she will take phone calls and read email.
We talked about God working through technology to form loving, prayerful communities. Sue and I "met" through Roseann, and none of us would have "met" but for Jonathan's blog, OCICBW. I don't know if Roseann will read these words, and I hope that I'm not projecting too much of myself into them, but, as we talked, I felt the loving presence of God and a sense of awe. I believe that Roseann is in a state of special grace and that all of us who love Roseann and pray for her are bound together in that grace.
I know that you will continue your prayers for Roseann and Gary.
Roseann's email address is
revamundo (at) gmail (dot) com
We talked about God working through technology to form loving, prayerful communities. Sue and I "met" through Roseann, and none of us would have "met" but for Jonathan's blog, OCICBW. I don't know if Roseann will read these words, and I hope that I'm not projecting too much of myself into them, but, as we talked, I felt the loving presence of God and a sense of awe. I believe that Roseann is in a state of special grace and that all of us who love Roseann and pray for her are bound together in that grace.
I know that you will continue your prayers for Roseann and Gary.
Roseann's email address is
revamundo (at) gmail (dot) com
What To Look For In 2012
Har-de-har-har. Ain't those Fox
"The internet is a-buzz..."? First I hear of it. So Obama is polite. Yes, that has to be hilarious to the Faux News folks.
Video from TPM.
UPDATE: From Paul (A.) in the comments comes the corrective to Obama's "unprecedented bowing" from Media Matters showing and telling of Nixon's bowing - and bowing, and bowing, and bowing to Emperor Hirohito.
"What I Want In A Bishop"
I wish that I'd written the following words, but they are from Ormonde at Through the Dust. He speaks what is in my heart as to what I want in the next bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana far better than I could ever say it.
In the diocese of Louisiana we’re getting ready to elect a new bishop on December 5. There have been walkabouts and talkabouts. We have heard from and met the six guys (all white and married with children). Once more here are my goals (somewhat revised) for the next bishop:
1. A bishop who has the three essential qualifications of leadership: wisdom, piety, and courage.
As Robert Hovda once said about the presider in liturgy, he needs to be strong, loving, and wise.
2. A bishop who is chief pastor of all the people of the diocese, not of any single party, theological persuasion, or social group.
That includes those who are poor and oppressed and whose voices are seldom heard.
3. A bishop who embraces collegiality with the presbyters and deacons of the diocese.
Before making major decisions, he needs to ask others what they think about it and then pay serious attention to what they say.
4. A bishop who conforms to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of The Episcopal Church, as set forth in our Book of Common Prayer and Constitution and Canons.
Even when our doctrine, discipline, and worship differ from those of other churches of the Anglican Communion, our vows concern this church alone and no other church.
5.A bishop who participates joyfully and enthusiastically in the life of The Episcopal Church.
We don't want a cynical joker (like some others in the old Confederacy) who drops threats that he might lead us out of our church or withdraw from the work of our church.
I'm closing the comments here. If you wish to comment, please go to Ormonde's blog.
In the diocese of Louisiana we’re getting ready to elect a new bishop on December 5. There have been walkabouts and talkabouts. We have heard from and met the six guys (all white and married with children). Once more here are my goals (somewhat revised) for the next bishop:
1. A bishop who has the three essential qualifications of leadership: wisdom, piety, and courage.
As Robert Hovda once said about the presider in liturgy, he needs to be strong, loving, and wise.
2. A bishop who is chief pastor of all the people of the diocese, not of any single party, theological persuasion, or social group.
That includes those who are poor and oppressed and whose voices are seldom heard.
3. A bishop who embraces collegiality with the presbyters and deacons of the diocese.
Before making major decisions, he needs to ask others what they think about it and then pay serious attention to what they say.
4. A bishop who conforms to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of The Episcopal Church, as set forth in our Book of Common Prayer and Constitution and Canons.
Even when our doctrine, discipline, and worship differ from those of other churches of the Anglican Communion, our vows concern this church alone and no other church.
5.A bishop who participates joyfully and enthusiastically in the life of The Episcopal Church.
We don't want a cynical joker (like some others in the old Confederacy) who drops threats that he might lead us out of our church or withdraw from the work of our church.
I'm closing the comments here. If you wish to comment, please go to Ormonde's blog.
Feast Of St. Margaret Of Scotland
Interior of Lady Margaret's Chapel on the grounds of Edinburgh Castle.
Margaret of Scotland, a Saxon, was born in Hungry, in the mid-11th century, during her father's exile after a Danish invasion of England. She was the niece of Edward the Confessor, and upon his death, her brother, Edgar, decided to make a claim to the English throne. Margaret returned to England with him.
However, William the Conqueror invaded and conquered England, and Margaret's family fled. Their ship wrecked on the Scottish coast, and King Malcolm III Canmore of Scotland gave them refuge and eventually married Margaret.
Queen Margaret was known for her piety and good works amongst the sick and the poor. She was a friend to monastics and welcomed the Benedictines to Scotland to establish monasteries there.
Hostilities between the Scots and the English continued off and on, and during the reign of William Rufus, the Conquerer's son, both Malcolm and their son, Edward, were killed in battle.
Margaret was already ill at the time of the battle, and she died four days after their deaths, on November 16, 1093 - some say partly from a broken heart.
READINGS:
Psalm 112:1-9
Deuteronomy 15:7-11
2 John 1-9
Luke 4:16-22a
PRAYER
O God, who called your servant Margaret to an earthly throne that she might advance your heavenly kingdom, and gave her zeal for your church and love for your people: Mercifully grant that we who commemorate her this day may be fruitful in good works, and attain to the glorious crown of your saints; though Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
Exterior view of Lady Margaret's Chapel.
When I toured Edinburgh Castle, I visited Lady Margaret's Chapel. Tradition holds that she prayed there, but that seems not to be so, as the chapel was, quite likely, built after her death. Nevertheless, it's a lovely place. I'm partial to small chapels, especially Norman chapels, and this one is a delight.
Information for this brief account of Margaret's life was taken from the website of the University of Pittsburgh and from the Catholic Forum and reposted with minor editing from Nov. 2007.
Image at the head of the post from Queen Margaret of Scotland Girls School Association.
Lower image from Edinburgh Castle - Royal Mile.
UPDATE: For a fuller and more excellent account of Margaret's life, see Tim Chesterton's sermon at To See and to Follow. Next year on the feast day, I'll simply copy and paste the sermon and give Tim the credit.
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