Trublin Dublin?

The first test of the year for Rowan as the BBC reports that "Up to a third of those invited will boycott the Primate's meeting to be held today in Dublin."

Seems that the problem lies in the fact that Rowan has invited the wicked witch of the West, Katharine Jefferts Schori, to the party. Mind you considering the fact that she and her playmates across the pond have continually flaunted rules, traditional faith and polite requests from Rowan and engaged in the ordination of gay bishops and the blessing of same sex couples, why is she there?

What makes this situation even more newsworthy is the fact that three of those who have decided not to come have, until now, been regarded as moderate. It seems that Rowan's inability to bite the bullet and eject Schori and bring in the emerging traditional element in the shape of the ACNA is taking its toll. Surely the recent news items which presents a picture of the Episcopalian's continued ignoring, ordefiance, of Rowan (and the Anglican Church's) views by ordaining a lesbian bishop, and authorise services for the blessing of same-sex relationships signal the breaking of the Camel's back?

Some Primates are calling for Rowan to move over and let someone who has the courage and commitment to do the job take over and restore some sense of unity to the Anglican Communion. The first challenge to Rowan of the year. A year in which I considered that the man would, having apparently drawn lines, act in accord with them and see out in the role of ABC.

Looks like he has two choices - walk the talk or just walk!

What an exciting life we Anglicans have, almost in the news as much as the Catholics (real and ersatz!).

Pax

ps. I'm actually starting to enjoy this chest infection/stay in be3d thing. Will have to start reading next time |I wake up.