Hello and a question.

[murron]

Hello everyone,
I'm brand new to the forums here (this is my second post, lol). I'm posting because I'm wondering if I'm allowed to post and discuss in this forum. I read the sticky in the forum regarding the policy here...but, it didn't quite cover me.

I am confirmed in the TAC (traditional anglican communion). I'm not Episcopal, nor are we in communion with Canterbury. We are one of the groups formed as a result of the 1977 Affirmation of St. Louis.

I've been looking for a forum that is catholic friendly (talk about a chore to find one!). I was actually RC for several years but I married an Anglican and so here I am.

I understand that there are some differences between those groups who were formed in 1977 and the Anglican Communion, but I'm hoping I will be allowed to post here in spite of those differences.

 

[RobNJ]

Well, not that anyone listens to me.... but I can't see why you can't move here with the rest of us!!

WELCOME!!!

 

[benedictine]

Well, not that anyone listens to me.... but I can't see why you can't move here with the rest of us!!

WELCOME!!!

Of Course! WElcome!

 

[murron]

whew, so far so good - no one's said no! thank you both for responding, I appreciate it!

 

[AveMaria]

Welcome, I'm sure there's no reason you shouldn't be here!

 

[TomUK]

No objections from me, and welcome to the forum!

PS: rule edit perhaps?

 

[benedictine]

PS: rule edit perhaps?

Yes, I think that might be something good to do.

 

[Bonifatius]

Hi Murron,

I don't see a reason why you shouldn't be here. There are certainly not more theological differences between your TAC-Church and us than within the Anglican Communion itself or even between the different wings of the Church of England - of which we have daily proof . So, don't worry and WELCOME!

Greetz
Bonifatius

 

[pmcleanj]

Hello, murron

This forum is for "those who self-identify as Anglican".

"Self-identify" means that you consider yourself to be Anglican, and are willing to say "I am Anglican" when describing yourself.

Welcome to your board!

Regards,
Pamela

 

[ahab]

Hi Murron,



A big welcome from me too

 

[ahab]

This forum is for "those who self-identify as Anglican".
"Self-identify" means that you consider yourself to be Anglican, and are willing to say "I am Anglican" when describing yourself.

That puzzles me. Surely that could mean that someone who isn’t a member of an Anglican church but who feels they are Anglican, has as much right to post here as someone who is an active serving fellowship member of an Anglican church (CofE) and who was baptised, married and confirmed in an Anglican church but who feels that primarily they are Christian. I ask only because I have been asked several times by posters here whether I am an Anglican.

 

[Songspinner]

Welcome!

In true Anglican Tradition can we really say that we all agree on everything...just part of whta makes us such a diverse family

I am a little confused on the TAC and the affirmation of St Lois. Could you give a brief overview for us not in the know

 

[murron]

Welcome!

In true Anglican Tradition can we really say that we all agree on everything...just part of whta makes us such a diverse family

I am a little confused on the TAC and the affirmation of St Lois. Could you give a brief overview for us not in the know

Oh boy - first, let me say I'm not a theologian! The Affirmation of St. Louis was a result of changes within the Anglican church; ordaining women, changing the BCP (there could be others, I don't know - I wasn't part of the church when this happened). From that meeting, many groups formed "continuing Anglican" groups; groups who held onto the former traditions, theology and practices of the Anglican faith. The TAC is one of those groups. We are a very small group (but growing!) and to be honest, there aren't any forums or message boards that I have found which are dedicated to (or even include) continuing anglicans. Most people don't even realize we exist, and the ones that do make a point to mention that we are not part of Canterbury (typically in a condenscending way, unfortunately).

It's because of those difference, I asked if I would be welcome on this board as we are not in communion with Canterbury because of what could be viewed as a major difference. I'm not interested in arguing or causing a problem among the community here, I simply would like to find a place that welcomes me (and any other continuing anglican) and allows me to share about my faith as well. I do realize that the major difference of ordaining women could become a hot topic and could cause discord with my presence here, so I understand if this isn't the place for me.

I'm a recently confirmed member of the church. Prior to this I attended the RC church for about 10 years. In my youth I was a southern Baptist; I explored several different denominations after years as a Baptist. Because of my religious background, I tend to have some different perspectives on tolerance of differences. I married an Anglican just over 5 years ago which is how I ended up here. He and his family are all Anglicans (TAC variety, lol) Episcopals or RC. Much of his family was caught up in the 1977 situation, and to this day it's a touchy subject between the ones who stayed with the Episcopal church and those who joined the TAC.

My husband began seeking Holy Orders this last year, and at my confirmation service, the Bishop approved his request. During this time, I have been blessed to be able to use my own religious upbringing to help him as he studied. And even more blessed to be able to study about our own religion. Part of why I'd like to be here on this board is to continue my own study and hopefully be a true helpmeet for my husband.

 

[Zacharias]

Hi, murron

Welcome to Scripture, Tradition, Reason.

 

[herev]

thanks to all for welcoming murron. I asked her to start this thread. You guys rock!!!@

 

[LADY DI]

Hi Murron!!!!!


Welcome!!!!!!!

 

[Mary of Bethany]

Hi, murron.

I'm only a guest here, since as you can see by my icon, I'm now in the Orthodox Church, but I also grew up Southern Baptist, then spent 10 wonderful years learning the Catholic faith in one of the other "alphabet soup" Continuing Churches - the Anglican Catholic Church. My husband and 1 son still worship there.

So any way, I would think you would feel very much at home here. God bless you and your husband as he seeks Holy Orders.

Mary

 

[Inside Edge]

Welcome aboard!

 

[masuwerte]

Welcome, glad to have ya.

 

[Father Rick]

Hey... if they'll let me in here they'll let anyone in!


On a serious note... there are a number of continuing Anglicans floating around here. We have a name for them --"family".

Welcome aboard!