by the Rev. Brian Pape In Part I of this discussion on delegation, we looked at the problem of leaders who over function in their communities and congregations. If you didn’t get a chance to read it, you can do so by going here (insert link). Over-functioning is a problem for pastors in every age, … Read More
by the Rev. Brian Pape A leadership crisis arises early in the pilgrimage of God’s people from Egypt to the Promised Land. The crisis is unseen by Moses but clearly identified by Jethro, priest of Midian and father-in-law of Moses. Jethro’s name embodies the lesson. Jethro = more than enough, abundance. If Moses were to … Read More
On the evening of Wednesday, June 21, at Christ Church Cathedral, Plano, TX, Provincial Council 2023 began with an opening worship service as delegates from across North America and guests from beyond gathered. Throughout the two day conference, they listened to ministry updates and presentations, and heard how the province is doing. They were also … Read More
by Samuel L. Bray The Anglican Church in North America has different church courts, and one of them is called the Provincial Tribunal. On June 6, 2023, it published an opinion in a case called Ruch v. Beach, which has arisen out of allegations of misconduct in the Diocese of the Upper Midwest. In its … Read More
Photo by Nishaan ahmed on Unsplash by the Rev. Canon Mark Eldredge Jesus was very clear with his disciples before his Ascension that they were to wait to be baptized with the Holy Spirit before they tried to do the work he commissioned them to do (Acts 1:5). But why? And why did Jesus say … Read More
