“Worship Leaders and Laity can Officiate Ash Wednesday Liturgy”
The rubrics of the Book of Common Prayer state clearly that the service of Ash Wednesday, including the imposition of ashes, may be led by a lay reader (Worship Leader). …
” A Case for Love”
With very little fanfare and publicity, “A Case for Love,” a film based on the writings and message of Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, was released for only one day and…
A Case for Love – Save the Date: January 23, 2024
Creating Positive Change Virginia Theological Seminary is proud to be a supporting partner of A Case for Love. With society more divided than ever, issues such as a loss…
“By Another Road”
I am attending the Province VIII House of Bishops meeting in Los Angeles this week and am writing this article on January 4, the Eleventh Day of Christmas. Tomorrow, obviously,…
“Away in a Manger”
Whether you are a fan of the William Kirkpatrick setting titled “Cradle Song” that appears in our hymnal (and the hymnals of the Church of England and the Anglican Church…
“A Flickering Light in Advent”
“Kindle Thy light within me, O God, that Thy glow may be spread over all of my life; yea indeed, that Thy glow may be spread over all my life. …
“The Light of Advent”
As an adult, and more so after my ordination, I have always struggled against the cultural norm to start celebrating Christmas the day after Thanksgiving (I would never have thought…
“The Season of Advent is 4 Sundays. This year, be sure to celebrate ALL 4”
One of my family’s traditions starting from as far back in my childhood memories as I can recall is the joy of opening an “Advent Calendar” every morning in anticipation…
“It is Very Meet, Right, and Our Bounden Duty”
For fans of the Rite I liturgy of Holy Eucharist, the title of this article will likely bring a smile. It is, of course, a portion of the introduction to the…
“Healing Work”
I am writing this article from a hotel in Seattle where I am meeting with the Episcopal Church’s Commission on Resolution A127: a resolution for “Telling the Truth about The…
