The uproar in Texarkana and Boston has expanded. Sources close to the matter tell Anglican Watch that a Title IV case has been filed against David Halt, rector of St. James, alleging multiple violations of Title IV, the Episcopal clergy disciplinary canons. The charges relate to Halt’s retaliation against the Rev. Richard
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Dire trouble in Dio Dallas, as Sumner faces clergy disciplinary charges
Bishop of Dallas George Sumner appears headed for deep trouble amidst allegations that he engaged in retaliation for opposing sexual harassment in a #churctoo case in the diocese.
Continue readingMurder of Catholic bishop illustrates problems with TEC episcopacy
As our Roman sisters and brothers mourn the senseless murder of Los Angeles auxiliary bishop David O’Connell, his legacy illustrates the TEC episcopacy’s profound challenges. A priest for 45 years, O’Connell was known as a peacemaker who worked to reduce tensions between area residents and law enforcement, particularly following the beating death of Rodney
Continue readingBreaking News: Title IV complaint filed against Sumner
Anglican Watch has learned from sources close to the matter that a formal Title IV complaint has been filed against Bishop George Sumner of the Diocese of Dallas for his violation of Canon IV.3.1, which forbids clergy from: discharging, demoting, or otherwise retaliating against any person because the person has opposed
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