Comments on: Ten Reasons Why Men Should Not Be Ordained For Ministry

By: Beth Patterson

Beth Patterson — Tue, 06 May 2008 14:41:26 +0000

Here is a comment to the post I made from this article. The comment is made by Bill Ellis, who is an Episcopal bishop in Spokane, WA.

“As an Episcopal Priest of the male persuasion for the past twenty-six years I have long been concerned about whether or not a man can be ordained validly. The arguments listed here are of course persuasive, but not quite decisive. The decisive argument is one I witnessed before I was ever ordained, and that was a priest eight months pregnant celebrating the Eucharist.

I realized in that instant that no man could ever provide such a profound metaphor for God’s presence among us. Of course I proceeded with my plans, on the grounds that men could also be ordained, but I must emphasize that “also.” It has stuck with me my entire career.”

Thought you all might enjoy Bill’s humble response. Thanks again!

Beth

By: Jan

Jan — Tue, 06 May 2008 13:32:45 +0000

This is priceless. Yes, as a woman in ministry leadership I think I have heard some similar debates. Thanks for giving us a laugh on this topic.

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By: Beth Patterson

Beth Patterson — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:30:26 +0000

Great post–many thanks! I posted it to my website, the Virtual Tea House yesterday, along with some other info about the ordination of women.

http://virtualteahouse.com/blo.....istry.aspx

Thanks for the great work you are doing!

Beth

By: Beth Patterson

Beth Patterson — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 04:19:38 +0000

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