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So, will I see you in Chicago next month at the installation? Anyone else going?

I was in a bit of a discussion about this today - twice, actually. Just remember we worship to the glory of God, not to our clothes. And that advice transcends both sides of the pulpit.

Be aware that some seminaries (at the graduate level) automatically grade the student's course work as pass/fail. If I have understood correctly, the GI bill requires letter grades for all courses. Be sure to check this before your classes. The seminary will gladly issue you a corresponding...

Ok, how about John's camel hair clothing? How about the plethora of white robes? How about the "armor of God"? We aren't talking about endorsing use, but rather particular garments which had significant purpose in biblical times. Today, we see certain pieces of clothing representative of our...

BTW, I definitely wasn't poking fun at your Episc. envy - I get where you're coming from. My moment of aggravation in my response is in rebuttal to the loads of comments I'm tired of hearing from the "internet population" at large who seem to think the election was skewed or who wish to...

Bp Eaton is my synodical bishop who happens to be a phenomenal leader, pastor and visionary. I've had the pleasure of meeting her on a few occasions and can say she is the most authentic witness to the gospel I have ever met, with an inspiring articulation of our theology. Her messages are...

I'm in search of a good, quality alb, something that feels like a true vestment when you are wearing it. The manufacturers are so vague in their fabric descriptions. I would phone them and ask for fabric samples, but I'm a little short on time. I'm looking for a fabric that is not too opaque...

I will second that opinion. I am in the candidacy process of the ELCA for ordained ministry to be a congregational pastor. There are just some aspects of a traditional classroom you cannot substitute with online technology. I was originally considering a "distributed learning" program, where...

Looks like it has been a while since this thread has been alive. I'm nearly ready to enter the formal process of candidacy in the ELCA. Is there a place the women ordained and soon-to-be have gone to chat? I could really use another chick ear to hear out some questions about balancing...