Author Archives: James Waggoner

Staff Changes at the Diocesan Office

By James Waggoner | Published: Dec 5, 2008

The changing and emerging needs for staff support of our diocesan mission strategy, especially as related to congregational development, require a reallocation of resources and restructuring of our diocesan staff. As a result, the position of Assistant to the Bishop and Communications Officer, now held by Mary Beth Jorgensen, will not be continued beyond December [...]

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Bishop’s Address to the 44th Annual Convention

By James Waggoner | Published: Nov 19, 2008

As I begin my eighth Bishop’s Annual Address, I would like to think out loud with you about what we are doing in this diocese and where I pray we are going.  I welcome the opportunity in the context of our convention theme of “Living a Scandalous Gospel.”
Because we are already  “Living with a Scandalous” [...]

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Lambeth update from Bishop Waggoner: Witness Walk broadens, enriches agenda for Lambeth participants

By James Waggoner | Published: Jul 28, 2008

In this update I want to note the London Day last week when the entire group made the three- hour bus trip to the city and participated in the Walk of Witness in support of the MDG’s, after which we were treated to events of memorably gracious hospitality at Lambeth and Buckingham Palaces.
Though the [...]

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Lambeth update from Bishop Waggoner: Tone positive despite differences

By James Waggoner | Published: Jul 28, 2008

Can it be July 28th?  The calendar is a reminder that time here is not only well filled, but is also passing quickly.  As we begin the last week of the conference, I write to update you on items that  seem to be most relevant and of highest interest.
The daily schedule of Bible study, [...]

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Lambeth update from Bishop Waggoner: Hope present in community building exercises

By James Waggoner | Published: Jul 28, 2008

As I reflect on yesterday’s events and review news reports already posted, I am conscious of not simply repeating the same description of “what we did” the day before.  The ENS accounts provided by reporters and Bishops who most often are approached randomly for comments offer basic information and insights that seem to serve [...]

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Lambeth update from Bishop Waggoner: Hospitality, conversation mark early days of Lambeth trip

By James Waggoner | Published: Jul 21, 2008

As I wrote to the Diocese at the time Gloria and I departed for the Lambeth Conference, I have resisted becoming a regular blogger. Now, however, since the news accounts of Lambeth are beginning to increase and at times contain indisputably inaccurate information drawn from a seriously distorted perspective, I will be sending updates [...]

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Letter from Bishop Waggoner regarding Lambeth Conference

By James Waggoner | Published: Jul 15, 2008

Dear Friends in Christ,
This evening Gloria and I fly out for the Lambeth Conference to be held in Canterbury, England from July 16-August 3. Before leaving, I want to offer a brief preview of the conference and thoughts about the design which I believe holds profound potential.
About Lambeth
The first Lambeth Conference was convened in February [...]

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Bishop’s update on Lambeth

By James Waggoner | Published: Apr 10, 2008

We asked Bishop Waggoner to share his own plans and hopes for the Lambeth Conference 2008. More information will be posted on this site in the near future.

To Our Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
Gloria and I will be attending the Lambeth Conference in Canterbury, England, this summer. It will be my first time and [...]

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