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Bishop Lawrence's Address to the Special Convention
Written by Administrator
Saturday, 17 November 2012 13:18
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Bishop’s Address—Special Convention November 17, 2012 The following address was given by the Rt. Rev. Mark J. Lawrence, XIV Bishop of South Carolina, at St. Philip's Church, Charleston, on Saturday, November 17.
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“Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus the founder and perfecter of our faith….” Hebrews 12:1—2a
When this Diocese last met in a convention at St. Philip’s, it was September 16th, 2006. I was one of three candidates for the XIV Bishop of South Carolina. In my opening address the week before, I spoke these words to the assembled clergy and laity : “We meet this morning in this lovely city of Charleston. Inside the walls of this great old historic edifice—we can only hope the wisdom of the years might seep into our minds that we might rightly appreciate the present, and more importantly imagine an even greater future for tomorrow.” I purposely referenced the past, present and future in this opening sentence. So too we meet here today, our hands reaching back to bring the rich heritage of the past with us and with our feet firmly placed in the present, and with our hearts seeking God’s grace for an even greater future for tomorrow— we are facing reality as it is, not as it was nor as we wish it were, but as it is. Before, however, turning our minds to consider the future, I need to say word about what, in recent years, we have come through. For since that day on September16th this Diocese and I have passed through two consent processes for Bishop, and two Disciplinary Board procedures for Abandonment of the Communion of the Episcopal Church—the last without our even knowing it and while we were seeking a peaceable way through this crisis. I have not done the research but I suppose two consent processes and two disciplinary board procedures is and may well remain unique in the annuals of the Episcopal Church. You may remember that during that stormy first consent process I stated that: “I have lashed myself to the mast of Jesus Christ and will ride out this storm wherever the ship of faith will take me.” Well it brought me two years later here to the marshes and cypress swamps of the Low Country. Where many of your relatives landed centuries before—some searching for wealth and others herded like cattle in the hulls of ships. During these past years I have grown to love this land, set down roots in your history and, even more to our purpose, become one with you in a common allegiance to Jesus Christ, his Gospel, and his Church.
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Last Updated ( Monday, 19 November 2012 10:40 )
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A Message from Bishop Lawrence to the People of the Diocese of South Carolina
Written by Administrator
Thursday, 15 November 2012 07:09
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On Thursday, November 15, 2012, the following message to the people of the Diocese of South Carolina from Bishop Mark Lawrence was placed in the Charleston Post and Courier. The Bishop's message reminds us that we are still here, where we always have been: a historic diocese remaining faithful to the doctrine, discipline and worship of Christ and recognized as such by the vast majority of the Anglican Communion in spite of recent attempts to assume our identity by the new TEC Steering Committee.
(Along with the bishop's message a list of some of the many rectors who endorse his message and stand with him appeared. Originally only rectors were being listed, but as additional clergy have asked that their names be added to the list, we are updating the page.) View the ad.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 15 November 2012 14:48 )
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FAQs About the Assault on the Diocese of South Carolina
Written by Administrator
Wednesday, 24 October 2012 09:34
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The following frequently asked questions (FAQ’s) are offered as a more detailed explanation of recent events in the Diocese of South Carolina. Note: These are being updated regularly.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 19 February 2013 13:05 )
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Global South Primates Steering Committee Writes in Support of Bishop Lawrence
Written by Administrator
Wednesday, 31 October 2012 08:43
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25 October 2012
Dear Bishop Mark Lawrence,
Greetings in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ!
Several of the Global South Primates met recently as we gathered in Singapore for the Installation of Rt. Rev. Rennis Ponniah as the new Bishop of Singapore.
We were saddened, but not surprised, by the news of your inhibition and possible deposition by the TEC. We all want to assure you and the Diocese of South Carolina of our continuing prayers and support. We thank God for your stand for the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ! We are proud that you are willing to suffer for the faith once delivered to the saints.
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Last Updated ( Friday, 02 November 2012 06:48 )
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Diocese Releases Statement Regarding Disassociation from the Episcopal Church
Written by The Rev. Canon Dr. Kendall S. Harmon
Saturday, 20 October 2012 13:03
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By the Rev. Canon Dr. Kendall S. Harmon, Canon Theologian
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The Episcopal Church (TEC) has made an attack against our Bishop and Diocese, in the midst of efforts for a negotiated settlement, which has fundamentally changed our common life. You may have heard or read about this over the last week but it is vital today that we all understand what has occurred and what it means as clearly as possible.
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 20 October 2012 15:15 )
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