In the meantime, while thinking of the damp lands and, I have to admit, feeling somewhat nostalgic for warm beer and cold food...I've happened on a new blog--a satirical look at life in England--especially the Church of England. I wonder if Humph might sign on as guest blogger... Go here if you're interested. The link was about a member of the Church of England General Synod who is unhappy that they begin their sessions with prayer. For those of you who find satire somewhat of a challenge, I should say that it is a joke.
What I love about the Ordinariate is that it is such an experiment. Who says the Catholic Church is stuck in the past, unable to change and dull? Suddenly this 84 year old Pope comes up with something truly original, and yet consistent with the traditions of the Church down the ages. I hope the Ordinariate is a roaring success, and will keep you posted about the people I meet in Houston.
Thank you very much for the link, and I'm glad you enjoyed it. We will light a tea light forthwith.
ReplyDeleteIf only you knew, Father, (and surely you can't have forgotten?) the Church of England defies satire simply by telling the truth about itself. Our Synods and Bishops daily outstrip all attempts to make them funnier. And as for Archdeacons - how can those who attended ever forget the Visitation when our Venerable leader closed the evening with an act of worship - Compline - followed by a rousing rendition of Shine, Jesus, shine? When liturgical incompetence rises to such heights it is surely impossible to satirise.
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