Day 6 in Columbus, Ohio, and we're just getting started. General Convention of The Episcopal Church starts today.So far, I've seen and heard all sorts and conditions: arch-conservatives, ultra-liberals, LL Bean ladies, sandal-wearing monks. Most everyone's chipper and friendly right now. Who knows what will happen as folks get cranked up in the legislative committees. Here's hoping the gay bishop brouhaha's over. Ah, well.
My job is to act as press liaison for Anglican and Global Relations, escort international visitors to and fro, and just be helpful and gracious. Thank goodness we Episcopalians are allowed to drink.
Columbus, however, doesn't seem to be very hoppin', at least not downtown. I think we're the only ones here (granted, we're here in force). Fortunately, I'm in a comfortable hotel not too far from the convention center. I'm in search of a CVS or Target at this moment (but I understand I might not find anything downtown).
The point is, Shorty may be a little lax in posting over the next two weeks. I will let you know, however, if I'm made the scapegoat for the complete breakup of the Anglican Communion. Stay tuned.
(Enjoying Shadow of the Wind, by the way -)
2 comments:
Listening to the news tonight I heard mention of the Episcopalian conference and women bishops. I thought, 'Hey, I know someone who's there - and she's IMPORTANT! I wonder if Mary was responsible for the press for that.'
Liz - I'll take responsibility for all the good things, but deny I had a hand in the not-so-good. This church business can get messy, as you well know!
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