One might say the word “kingdom” is becoming obsolete, but not in Kansas City. After all… THIS IS CHIEFS KINGDOM!!! But in our worship and liturgy, we may find that this word is becoming less and less relevant. When the Bible was written, not only did everyone understand what a kingdom was, virtually everyone understood

Note: This post is a living document, subject to continual revision The first part of a typical Episcopal liturgy is sometimes referred to as the “Entrance Rite”. It normally includes a Processional Hymn, an Opening Acclamation, the Collect for Purity, and a Gloria or other Song of Praise. This is then immediately followed by the

Note: This post is a living document, subject to continual revision. Whereas previous posts have addressed questions of rhetorical relevance (i.e. antiquated vs. updated language) I would now like to turn to more theological issues. Granted, I do so with an abundance of caution. Because, although the BCP does indeed allow for creativity and customization,

Note: This post is a living document, subject to continual revision. One of the primary movements to update and revise our prayers is focused on developing Expansive and Inclusive language. These are not idealogical shifts to our worship – virtually all Episcopalians already agree that members of every demographic should feel equally included in our

The Preface to our beloved Book of Common Prayer begins like this: “It is a most invaluable part of that blessed ‘liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free,’ that in his worship different forms and usages may without offence be allowed, provided the substance of the Faith be kept entire; and that, in every Church,