Pittsburgh bishop will not appeal deposition

Posted on September 27, 2008 
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Bishop Bob DuncanThe Bishop of Pittsburgh, the Rt Rev Robert Duncan has said he will not appeal against the ruling, as bishops worldwide condemned the Episcopal Church of the manner of his deposition.

He said: “I’m very sad, sad for the Episcopal Church. In 15 days the diocese will determine whether it too wants to be part of the Southern Cone and figure out whether it wants me back as bishop. That is up to the diocese, although I have a sneaking suspicion they will want me back.” …

– Report from Religious Intelligence. (As of today, the vote is seven days away – starting on Saturday 4th October.)