ACI strategy 12/1/08
#217: OK, here we go again. 1. press the no hierarchy beyond diocese character of our Constitution and Canons as a fact in letter and in history; 2. organize significant diocese to diocese linkages around this; 3. press for a covenant that is a vehicle for CP diocesan links to Communion, as true to our own canons; 5. build a solid phalanx of rectors and others in non CP dioceses around mission, theological education, etc; 6. stick with principles and do not give in to innovation or GC overreach. That is, live within the significant space now available and do not give it up. Build strong moral and theological links and don’t sacrifice them. Forge solid and visible links with the Communion and build one another up in Christ. Forming a new separate entity has been tried in different guises before. We believe there is strong reason to work for a way forward that keeps the covenant and larger instrumental potential in play. Others will do other things and are doing them.
