More on Anglicanism

Frankly the modern Anglican movement frightens me. It shows me the "slippery slope" argument in full bloom. The left wing of Anglicanism is in serious need of prayers, as well as heterodox Catholics who think these shenanigans are good ideas.

THE CANDIDATES

Bonnie Perry Rector of All Saints in Chicago. Certified kayak instructor and “recreational tree climber” who has introduced “pet blessing” ceremonies and offering champagne in the communion cup. Her partner of 18 years is Susan Harlow, a minister of the United Church of Christ and theology professor

Michael Barlowe: Diocesal officer in California added to shortlist by parishioners’ petition. Shares “lifelong commitment to unconditional love” with Paul Burrows, rector of an Episcopal church in San Francisco

Robert Taylor South African-born protege of Archbishop Desmond Tutu and first openly gay dean of an American cathedral, in Seattle. Enjoys “the outdoors, exercise, music, reading and movies” with his friend Jerry Smith

Mark Andrus “Social justice” activist and yoga-practising Bishop Suffragan in the Diocese of Alabama. Married with two children

Eugene Sutton Charismatic canon of the National Cathedral in Washington DC and the only black candidate. Wife is a professional musician. Four children

Jane Gould Rector of St Stephen’s Church in Massachusetts. Previously chaplain of Massachusetts Institute of Technology with history of anti-war protest dating back to Vietnam. Husband is a writer and teacher. Two children

Donald Schell Rector of St Gregory of Nyssa Church in San Francisco, added to shortlist by parishioners’ petition. Wife is an Aids activist. Four children

(I added some emphasis on the first 3 candidates.)

These are candidates for a "Bishop." Since Anglican orders were long ago invalidated they are not Priests and they will not be Bishops. I don't understand how people with openly sinful lives can be considered for ministry. They will soon be fitted for millstones if they don't shape up. They are in serious need of prayer. Nobody is perfect, but as Christians we should at least try to live holy lives.