Author: Stephen Noll

The Rev. Dr. Stephen Noll I have been reading postings from respected theologians in the Church of England arguing that the addition of “clause (g)” to the General Synod Resolution…

I happen to like three-way light bulbs. They make it possible to have background light for casual conversations and bright light for reading at night. Unfortunately the bulbs and sockets…

The Church of England and the Archbishop of Canterbury have forfeited their authority to lead the Anglican Communion.

A man said to the universe: “Sir, I exist!” “However,” replied the universe, “The fact has not created in me A sense of obligation.” (Stephen Crane) The cleaning lady at…

Lambeth 1998 was last Conference to attempt to resolve anything of substance as a council of bishops.

As I see it, this latest move is hypocrisy squared: shameful and shameless.

Shakespeare’s heroine Portia, decked in judicial robes, is acclaimed "a Daniel come to judgment.” Will Amy Coney Barrett be an Esther come to judgment?

Last year, I wrote a couple reflections on the events that occurred in Washington, DC., on January 6, 2021. I am attaching one of them, “The Office: The Lack and…

I generally do not like mixing religion and politics at Christmas, but this year I have no choice but to fly the flag! You see, each year my wife and…

Sermon Preached at Redeemer Anglican Church, Bellevue September 12, 2021 – Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost So this is the final sermon on the Apostles’ Creed. We’ve reached the end. And…