I read with interest and anger the article regarding Chuck Murphy, John Rodgers and Harry Griffith and a possible new American province [TLC, Aug. 27]. I think the time has come for the editor of TLC to realize these individuals are not members of our church in the States or in the Anglican Communion. They are intent on causing as much embarrassment and damage to the work and life of the Episcopal Church as possible. TLC certainly does not help by providing them space for their very doubtful plans.

TLC may be an independent weekly serving Episcopalians, but this should mean only loyal members of our church who are in communion with Canterbury and the local bishop. I sometimes question TLC's loyalty when it seems to play both sides of the fence. Enough of your fence sitting. Get on with the work of serving our church with upbeat articles on church growth, ministry and outreach. Let Murphy, Rodgers and Griffith inform others of their own misguided plans through their own papers. We do not need TLC to be used for free publicity. Please get on with the job of serving our church and keeping her healthy and wholesome.

(The Rev.) G. Kevin Taylor

St. Michael the Archangel

El Segundo, Calif.