I made an error when I listed my ordination succession a few weeks ago. I was ordained by Earle Wilson and he was ordained by William Neff. I had thought that Neff was ordained by early Pilgrim leader, Seth Rees, but upon further investigation, he was actually ordained by Winfred Cox. Thus, my ordination line takes a fortunate turn. It was a struggle reconciling Rees anyway. I had taken a leap saying that he was ordained by the Nazarenes -- when, in fact, he was originally "recorded" (not ordained) by the Quakers, and the Nazarenes claim they never ordained him. I find that hard to believe -- especially when, according to historian, Kostlevy, he participated in ordinations for the Metropolitan Church Association, a forerunner of the Pilgrim Holiness Church. Anyhow -- deepest apologies for leading anyone astray and here is the updated ordination succession for Earle Wilson and anyone ordained by him (including former Wesleyan GS, JoAnne Lyon). I was ordained by Earle Wils
What a great article. I guess the question is: Who is being changed; the sheep (goats?)or the church?Maybe that's why Paul keeps telling us to always preach the Gospel.
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Lots of food for thought there--thanks for the link. Our open door policy has certainly brought in all kinds, hasn't it?! And sent out all kinds as well! Tides are good and natural--just like a wind, which strengthens the tenderest stems as they grow to bend and not break. Personally, I'm strengthened and envigorated by the tides! We could all just float along in a placid little pond, but our weaknesses would never be exposed. Surrounded by algae but as long as the boat isn't rocking, we're happy and comfortable. And stagnant.
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