| Resolution Number: | 1997-D124 |
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| Title: | Give Thanks for Life of Bishops Sanders and Wright |
| Legislative Action Taken: | Adopted |
| Final Text: | |
Resolved, That the deputation of the Diocese of East Carolina memorialize the 72nd General Convention to offer God thanks for the life and ministry of the two bishops of that diocese who have died in the past year.
The Rt. Rev. Brice Sidney Sanders died on June 5, 1997, after a long and valiant battle with cancer. His vision of servant ministry inspired the diocese to a high level of voluntary giving. This level of support allowed the establishment of two Hispanic congregations and the building of Trinity Center. This magnificent camp and conference facility has become a regional center for prayer, evangelism, education, and fellowship for both the church and society. Bishop Sanders' joy was wonderfully infecting to all he met.
The Rt. Rev. Thomas Henry Wright, retired Bishop of East Carolina, died April 26, 1997. Bishop Wright's vision encompassed East Carolina and beyond. His leadership in Mutual Responsibility and Interdependence led East Carolina into the broader life of the Anglican Communion.
| Citation: | General Convention, Journal of the General Convention of...The Episcopal Church, Philadelphia, 1997 (New York: General Convention, 1998), p. 801. |
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Legislative History
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| Originating House: | House of Deputies |
| Originating Committee: | Committee on Privilege and Courtesy |
House of Deputies
Original Text of Resolution:
(D124)
Resolved, That the deputation of the Diocese of East Carolina memorialize the 72nd General Convention to offer God thanks for the life and ministry of the two bishops of that diocese who have died in the past year.
The Rt. Rev. Brice Sidney Sanders died on June 5, 1997, after a long and valiant battle with cancer. His vision of servant ministry inspired the diocese to a high level of voluntary giving. This level of support allowed the establishment of two Hispanic congregations and the building of Trinity Center. This magnificent camp and conference facility has become a regional center for prayer, evangelism, education, and fellowship for both the church and society. Bishop Sanders' joy was wonderfully infecting to all he met.
The Rt. Rev. Thomas Henry Wright, retired Bishop of East Carolina, died April 26, 1997. Bishop Wright's vision encompassed East Carolina and beyond. His leadership in Mutual Responsibility and Interdependence led East Carolina into the broader life of the Anglican Communion.
The Committee on Privilege and Courtesy presented its Report #22 on Resolution D124 (Thanksgiving for the Lives of Bishop Sanders and Bishop Wright of East Carolina (HD)), moved the resolution, and recommended adoption.
Motion carried
Resolution adopted
(Communicated to the House of Bishops in HD Message #341)
Resolution Adopted by One House, July 25.
| Abstract: | The House of Deputies gives thanks for the lives and ministries of recently deceased bishops Brice Sanders and Thomas Wright. |
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