How can sinful men and women talk and publicly share their thoughts (not teach) on Spiritual and theological matters without first being ‘sent’ by a bishop, directly or indirectly? That question has troubled me, immensely at times. For 6 years now I have rationalized that even if I am not enough of a Christian I am on the side of the Christians, and all that they stand for. But is that good enough to justify my jumping into the fight? Some say yes. Some say no.

6 years later walking into Confession I still do not know.

Stephen Hand, 9/2/26.