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An ordinary person, yes, but one that has made a committment, has taken a stand, and that other ordinary people feel is the leader of the flock and one to be emulated. It brings with it a lot of responsibility that other ordinary people are glad that they don't have.
posted by
TAPS.
on November 24, 2009 at 7:34 PM
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I was raised in parochial schools just about all my early - mid life. I revered - was in fact, told to revere the collar - the dress (nuns habit) as "holy" ~ One of those mystery's of faith I guess. However, most of those nuns and priests would come to our home and they were very 'human' ~ but oh, I do so revere a person whom has dedicated their life to learning, speaking and teaching others of God's Word and works. ~
~ I'm glad for that Church as I think they'll find a real jewel in you - Elyse
posted by
elysianfields
on November 24, 2009 at 7:12 PM
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I agree with gapcohen...............
posted by
benzinha
on November 24, 2009 at 4:20 PM
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I agree with Shobana!
posted by
Nita09
on November 24, 2009 at 7:48 AM
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So much for retirement....you'll have to change your blogit name again pretty soon....Mal
posted by
gapcohen
on November 23, 2009 at 12:32 PM
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I suspect
it's because you will have expreienced many of life's trials and tribulations - directly and through others - and people will have the confidence that you can handle any situation that arises!
posted by
malcolm
on November 23, 2009 at 5:52 AM
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You have an inside track to God and
everyone wants to feel closer through you. Glad you are being welcomed so warmly.
posted by
skye08
on November 23, 2009 at 3:30 AM
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Perhaps it has something to do with you wanting to devote time to community work after retirement? Whatever the underlying reason it must have been a joy to feel they appreciate you.
posted by
elinjo
on November 22, 2009 at 11:48 PM
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Perhaps it's because he is perceived to be a man of God and the two of you have simply what it takes..
posted by
shobana
on November 22, 2009 at 9:23 PM
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cuz we like to get closer to God's homies...............that's why.
posted by
benzinha
on November 22, 2009 at 6:48 PM
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guess you seem Godly to people
posted by
Lanetay
on November 22, 2009 at 4:48 PM
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I wonder as well! Maybe folks they might be treading on sacred territory when the collar is on! sam
posted by
sam444
on November 22, 2009 at 4:39 PM
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rector, I guess it's a sign of authority and respect and indentifies who
you are..I know my brother, the supposedly "retired" Pastor, has a dog collar he once mentioned he wears perhaps at a wedding or funeral, or some special service, but besides that, he just wears a suit and tie..
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posted by
Rumor
on November 22, 2009 at 4:23 PM
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Some people have a thing for authority.
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on November 22, 2009 at 3:31 PM
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There is still some extra respect for the clergy amongst the congregation
and normal British reserve has given way to respect but more they are rich. They have a lovely rector to assist, participate, be there with them. You will be as busy as possible again soon.
ps I really enjoyed the down load. It spoke to me ....the tough love part was just what I needed to read. Bless you dear friend
posted by
Kabu
on November 22, 2009 at 2:57 PM
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I imagine they are really pleased to have someone there
who really understands how things are. Funny, sometimes i notice that too about better treatment particularly when i worked for a very good newspaper but now it is just a matter of how I am with people, and if people feel they have rapport.
posted by
Azur
on November 22, 2009 at 2:23 PM
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