Thursday, July 07, 2011

Katharine Jefferts Schori: A fearless woman of firsts...really

Katharine Jefferts Schori: A fearless woman of firsts...really

News Analysis

By David W. Virtue
www.virtueonline.org
July 7, 2011

The headline in the Anglican Journal of Canada screamed, "A fearless woman of firsts...the 26th Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church is an expert in forging relationships-even with those who disagree."

After I had picked myself up off the floor, groped my way towards the ice box in the vain hope of finding something stronger than tonic with a wedge of lime, I sat back to read the execrable rubbish that included these lines, "She is a prophetic and courageous voice; her ministry has always been about complete inclusivity." Or this; "During her tenure as bishop of Nevada, Jefferts Schori displayed the same commitment to inclusiveness as she does as Primate. Her leadership was never top-down but rather characterized as "collaborative," "inclusive" and "a servant leadership that invites all to bring their gifts to the mission of the church." "As a scientist she understands complex connections." At this point I threw up.

Read the full story at www.VirtueOnline.org

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