By Kirk Petersen A former longtime dean of the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine in New York City has been disciplined for "sexual abuse and sexual exploitation" committed more than three decades ago when he was a priest in Connecticut, according to an announcement July 17 by the Episcopal Church in Connecticut. The Very Rev. James A. Kowalski, 68, served as dean of … [Read more...] about Ex-Dean of Cathedral Disciplined for 1984 Sex Abuse
Archives for July 17, 2020
AC Rejects Attempted Takeover of Egyptian Church
By Mark Michael The Anglican Communion’s General Secretary strongly asserted the independence of the Anglican Church in Egypt in response to takeover attempts by the Protestant Church in Egypt, a largely Presbyterian denomination. Archbishop Josiah Idowu-Fearon’s July 17 statement said, “Contrary to statement made yesterday by the Protestant Church in Egypt (PCE), the … [Read more...] about AC Rejects Attempted Takeover of Egyptian Church
Protest and Blessing
By Michael Fitzpatrick Reading from Romans, 12:9-219 Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good; 10love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honor. 11Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord. 12Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer. 13Contribute to the needs of the saints; extend … [Read more...] about Protest and Blessing