Call To Action Gathering In Albany New York

Dear Community,

Wanted to fill you all in as to what's been going on here in Albany.

On Friday night we spoke to a big group (sponsored by CTA/Steve Powers).

The gathering was held at Bethany Reformed Church. The woman pastor, Peg,

also hosted Roy Bourgeois with CTA not long ago. Peg has been very supportive .

The seven of us sat to the front and Bridget Mary began the conversation on

the ordination of women in the church. Each of us took turns speaking from our

experience. We answered questions about liturgies, inclusive language, how to

start up communities, the history of the movement, relations with the Vatican, etc.

Each of us was presented with a bouquet of flowers which we gave to Mary Theresa

for her dinner last night and celebration today after the ordination.

Yesterday we practiced for the ordination and I called media. All four TV stations will

be here, as well as NPR, the religion writer from The Albany Union, and The Daily Gazette (Schenectady),

NBC interviewed Mary Theresa and Bridget Mary on Friday afternoon and the story was on the evening and

late news.

Now, we're engaged in the final preparations before heading for the church by 12:30 p.m. We expect an overflow

of people. Mary Theresa sends her greetings and love to each of you. She has a loving and thriving community here

and she is cherished.

We are together: Maureen, Mary Sue, Betty, Mary C., Rosemarie, Dotty, Bridget Mary, Elly, Donna, Mary Theresa and now Miriam has arrived.

You all are with us in Spirit.

Solidarity and Love,

Janice

p.s. We have people talking about becoming candidates already...