General Convention Impressions

I am pleased to serve as a deputy for our General Convention.  This has been a very enlightening experience for me as a young priest full of hope for the Episcopal Church.  

First, I have found the legislative process to be quite tedious.  There are many here (none in our deputation) who seem to simply enjoy the sound of their voices.  These folks regularly stand at the microphones to raise an “important” point that really is of no consequence.  Folks such as those previously mentioned offer me the opportunity to pray for grace and patience, to accept them fully for who they are and whose they are.  For indeed, we are all children of God seeking to do God’s work.  

Regarding Resolution D025, as previously mentioned on our blog and various internet sites, I voted in favor of D025.  I believe that D025 is our most faithful and loving way to move forward.  That being said, I am prayerful that folks will not think in terms of “winners” and “losers.”  It is quite clear from the tenor of of this legislative body that D025 is indeed the way to go; however, there are folks who are greatly pained by the passing of this resolution.  I believe it would be fruitful for all involved to pray for one another and the life of our church.  

I have enjoyed the collegiality among our deputation and the experience worshipping with marvelous music as well as the visual arts.  The preaching has been outstanding.  The church deserves excellence.  I believe we are to give God our very best whatever event we undertake.  As we live in today and expect a glorious future, I am hopeful that we won’t seek mediocracy, but will rather live into excellence with one another.  

May we continue to acknowledge God’s blessings in all that we do!

God’s Grace,

Eric L. Miller+