In a fit of irritation I created this blog, then got swamped by work and did nothing about it. At the time I was irritated to the nth degree by the now (in)famous reflections of ++Rowan (surely him reflecting other people's thought on the GC rather than a reflection of his own thoughts? Or is it a reflection of his own thoughts in that they appear back-to-front?) Little did I know that comments on his reflections would send me into even deeper depression and rage. (See here for an example.)
I've now calmed down a little and, grateful that I am not in the diocese of Durham, nor (any longer) in the episcopal area of Sherborne, the stated need for this blog seems a little less necessary. As you can tell, I'm a believer of an Anglican, C of E persuasion.
However... waste not, want not.
Exactly which addled minded, adjectival fool thought that the creation of a worldwide Anglican Church (which seems to be the direction we're going in) was a good idea? The genius of the AC has always been that we are diverse in geography and tradition (be that liturgically or theologically) whilst celebrating the fact that that which unites us is far greater than that which... you get the gist.
So, today's little rant is not as great as it might have been, had I got around to posting it when I meant to (about three weeks ago.)
Still, despite Graham Kings finest thoughts, the strength and benefits of the interdependency of the churches that make up the AC will not vanish overnight, if at all, regardless of the vision of TEC. If I was feeling paticularly awkward, I might go so far as to suggest that the demand for TEC to follow the party line being set by Akinola et al, in order that we might protect them from their own, smacks (more than a little) of the old Empire days in its patronising, dull headedness. But I wouldn't do that, would I?
But then again, I could be wrong about all of this.
Thank you. I like a good rant. But you aren't bad tempered enough.
ReplyDeleteHi there,
ReplyDeleteI think we all get mad, depressed, sarcastic to different degrees when we see what is going on in our church at this moment.
There is always plenty to rant or laugh about! Whatever is being discussed elsewhere - just pitch your oar in ( I do) doesn't matter who agrees or not:)
Hope you continue.
Trust me, I'll get there. As it happens I'm in hour five of my holiday (a staycation this year due to finances)and just tucking in to bottle 2 of Sauv Blanc - sometimes it's hard to be bad tempered!
ReplyDeleteLast comment was to Ivan (note to self - don't assume you'll be posting directly below someone)
ReplyDeleteSueM - I'll do my best and even try to put some fun stuff on here.
Exactly which addled minded, adjectival fool thought that the creation of a worldwide Anglican Church (which seems to be the direction we're going in) was a good idea?
ReplyDeleteBrilliant! I may steal that phrase. Thanks!
Good luck with the blog.
Keep on ranting - it makes the rest of us feel better!
ReplyDeleteNothing like a little ¨protection¨...especially if one is LGBT in Uganda, Nigeria and Kenya (no need to worry about Argentina as equal/inclusive laws are in place and Venables needs to go elsewhere to stur up a hate campaign)...it´s kind of like being on the side of the families who prefer their children don´t play in the center of a expressway/freeway at night!
ReplyDeleteenjoy the blogging - keep up the good rants
ReplyDeleteRanting is the third rung on the Ladder of Divine Ascent. You're farther along than you may've thought.
ReplyDeleteDear all - thanks for the encouragement.
ReplyDeleteLeonardo - here is an example of why I was timid about blogging. I don't know what you took my post to mean, and (therefore) I'm unsure of your comment, so here goes with the clarification.
The AC is at its best when it stands up to oppression and injustice, wherever it raises its ugly head. The tone of some of the recent missives from bishops (and others) in England has, to my mind, been "patronising, dull headedness" because "follow[ing] the party line being set by Akinola et al" gives implicit approval for such atrocities whilst claiming to stand up to them.
If the AC loses its voice in standing up to these horrors it won't be because of TEC, it will be because of muppets like Wright and Kings.
Welcome to the fellowship of online ranters. It is also allowed to explode in joy and exultation. That is the gift of blogs.
ReplyDeleteBlessings be yours in the faith, in the struggle, in the hope, and in the journey.
Hi! Fr. Jonathon (MadPriest) sent me. Welcome to the bloging universe.
ReplyDeleteOn your question about the fool who insists on making the communion into a church. That would be Dr. Williams.
;;sigh;;
Not to worry! I often feel I should close my blog altogether, but then, something else comes along and I have plenty to write about.
ReplyDeleteYou're intelligent and articulate and passionate. You'll do fine.
Welcome. Many of us began in the same fashion. Please take some timefor you every now and then. This will help not get overcome by events.
ReplyDeleteHello. Welcome to the intertubes. Rant away...
ReplyDeleteRant on! In Scotland we have an aversion to "covenants". They have not proved to be good things! The more who say this openly the better!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the intertubes! Rant away! It helps ;=)
ReplyDeleteYou're on my blog-roll now. I'm mostly a lurker, but will be "lurking forward" (snicker!) to more of your posts.
ReplyDeleteAlison
No whinging! You've had more comments than *I'VE* ever had! That's the power of the MadPriest for you.
ReplyDeleteGod bless MP!
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