There are days when words cease, when the only possible response to what we see is to stand and weep for joy. Concelebrating at the Eucharist in one of England’s ancient cathedrals in the company of a female Bishop was for me one of those times.
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The Presiding Bishop made time in a packed day to accept an invitation from the St Albans branch of WATCH to meet with members and women in lay and ordained ministry in the Diocese. Christina Rees chaired a Q and A for us, as Bishop Katharine generously shared something of her experience and ministry
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In her sermon, Bishop Katharine talked about heroes, and I think I have found a new one. A woman who has been prepared to take on headship, vulnerably exposing herself to all that has meant. A woman who is wise, passionate and measured. A Bishop who defines herself as a bridge builder. We give thanks to God for raising up Presiding Bishop Katharine, and pray that it might not be long before we see another female bishop in an ancient English Cathedral, an inheritor of the legacy of all who have paved the way.
Forgive me…but that’s so misled, I am speechless.
“who defines herself as a bridge builder” – one litigant at a time, one deposition at, a time, one “doctrine” at a time – the cOE may get what they wish for, just like TEc.
If they model themselves on Katharine Jefferts Schori, they will accelerate the disintegration of their church.
Fancy that – a Kat in a hat.
Did Welby give her permission?
Not a particularly discerning or well-read bunch, are they? The shallowness of this puff piece leads me to wonder if the attendees lined up for duck-face selfies afterwards.
How totally appropriate to be walking in with Jeffrey John.