sponse and opinion. In a way I have no personal opinion, because it is subject to the unbroken tradition of the church - a phrase you have heard me use in sermons. I was captivated by the Anglo-Catholic tradition in my late teens, and have never wavered in my enthusiasm or commitment to it. As such, I try to be faithful to the Catholic tradition, as it is expressed in the Anglican/Episcopal Church. I regard myself as a Catholic priest, and cannot accept an innovation which destroys our claim to be part of Christ's Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church. I am aware that where I stand is neither the dominant nor popular view. But it has never prevented me from being a faithful priest who welcomes and embraces all people into his parish.

What I find difficult in the Episcopal Church is the way both liberals and conservatives exclude each other. Satan is having a field day! As I have said before, I am not interested in leaving the Episcopal Church. The Anglo-Catholic tradition must not be allowed to just fade away, and it has never run away from its witness. This parish has work to do and witness to give. When the liberal revision of our church has exhausted the spirit of this age, then All Saints' will still be there! I set out my thoughts on pages 7/ 8. This is followed by a recent statement by Bishop Jack Iker of Fort Worth.

MIDDLE EAST WAR
Imitating battles in the church, the world entered new battles of war and hatred in July. Israel responded to terrorist attacks by launching war on Lebanon. We in America know about "War on Terror", of course, and can sympathize with Israel. The Middle East has always needed our prayers, as we remember the words of Psalm 122:6 "O pray for the peace of Jerusalem." However, the destruction in Beirut and the bombing of airports, power stations, ambulances and families fleeing the attacks is hard to justify. The legacy left will be further embitterment, thus fuelling the Islamic terrorists even more. No one