I really thank the authors of the last three posts. Like Rubicon, I started out as an RC, then I went to the Episcopal Church for a number of years but found I needed a more Scripture based and tradition respecting place of worship for my personal spiritual needs. I have been blessed by the nearness of several Anglican (Anglo-Catholic) churches here, and am very happy at St George Anglican in Ocala.
Like Ed, too, I would not elevate any other human above me. Pedestals always fail some how and my shattered expectations then cause resentments. Problems have occurred when clergy were mistakenly placed 'above it all' by some well meaning lay persons. Great phrase above- the singer becomes more important than the song. I go to church to worship to learn, and be edified in my faith through my religion.
Then as always, Brother Joe knocks it right out of the park with his wonderful words and insight. Thanks much.
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