Among other good news...
More parishes are choosing to stay in the Diocese of San Joaquin. They will hold a special convention in the new and improved diocese on March 29th with ++Katharine presiding as they elect a new Standing Committee and interim bishop, as well as taking of care of business and uniting into a closer-knit family. To be liberated from the oppression and downright bossiness of John-David Schofield and cronies has GOT to be a relief. Unfortunately at the cost of division and much heartache. But the remaining true Episcopalians are drawing together, healing and rebuilding the diocese from the foundations up. Women will be ordained and they will be able to preach and lead congregations into a newer and brighter future. What a beautiful thing...
And now I will go quiet for a little while longer as I deal with my loss but I will return soon. We all do. We must keep on going. Some will say "It was just a dog. You'll get over it. Just go get another one." These are the people who need to learn empathy, compassion, suffering and loss. And there is no easy way to do it. The road is always painful and difficult but it can be traveled and we reach our destination, wiser, kinder, more comprehending of the suffering of others.
At least Dragon is home again, and that means more than words can say...
Catherine+
