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“Just what do Episcopalians believe?” March 1988
“Just what do Episcopalians believe?” Have you ever been asked that question? I know that I have, by persons outside the Episcopal Church and Episcopalians! In traveling the Diocese, I have also discovered that a good many … Continue reading
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The Episcopal Church: “Conservative? Or “Liberal”?
The Episcopal Church: “Conservative? Or “Liberal”? A question often raised, in relation to last month’s article on the relation of Church and state and religion and politics, is whether the Episcopal Church is a “conservative” or “liberal” Church. Perhaps … Continue reading
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Clarification of Resolution 018(S) January, 1988
Of the various resolutions adopted at our Diocesan Convention this past October at Emmanuel Church, Rapid City, Resolution 018(S) (support for the implementation of the treaty rights of the Sioux Nation) has been the source of some confusion and misunderstanding. … Continue reading
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On the Changing Role of Women in the Diocese December, 1987
Given the number of diocesan and national Church meetings and conferences that I attend, it is rare to experience a new dynamic within such groups. I’ve recently had such a new and invigorating experience as a result of my membership … Continue reading
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On Increasing Ministry Effectiveness in 1987 October, 1987
Consider the following facts: Over 2000 people in attendance at this year’s 115th Niobrara Convocation. A record number, 370, of young persons throughout the Diocese attending Thunderhead Episcopal camping program this past summer. Over 200 young persons attending the Diocesan … Continue reading
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Niobrara, September 1987
Renewal at Niobrara September, 1987 “A renewed gathering of the people.” “a turning point in the life of the Niobrara Deanery” “just like old times” “so much more participation,” “a coming together of our cultures.” ‘‘a real sense of … Continue reading
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Some thirty thousand miles
Some thirty thousand miles, one hundred plus feasts and pot-luck dinners (not to mention an additional ten pounds) and innumerable meetings later. A year has passed and, as the official documents state, we are now in ‘the second year of … Continue reading
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After some 30,000 miles, more than 100 feasts and potlucks, and innumerable meetings, I began in the October ChurchNews to review the events of my first year with you as your bishop, and ask the question, “Are we having fun … Continue reading
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On the second “E” in “SWEEPS” . . . Evangelism
Evangelism is a word that strikes terror into the heart of many a good Episcopalian! The word conjures up the smell of sawdust, the sight of a tent complete with an Elmer Gantry look-alike: Bible-clutching (King James Red Letter Edition, … Continue reading
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On the “W” in SWEEPS . . . Worship
Moments after the birth of their first child, a young couple excitedly began to rehearse the events leading up to the birth process: the Lamaze classes, the hours of practice, the hurried trip to the hospital, the birth itself. Finally, … Continue reading
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