Stand Firm Podcast #278: The Mess Gets Messier: The Archbishop's Presentment Saga Continues
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Nov 14, 2025 The hosts dive into the ongoing controversies surrounding Archbishop Wood's presentment. They explore the implications of a leadership crisis within ACNA and discuss the urgent need for clearer Title IV procedures. Concerns about the future of advocacy groups and the potential dangers of vague 'spiritual abuse' charges are raised. Trust among clergy is highlighted as vital for resolving disputes, while the gravity of episcopal accountability is debated. The conversation also emphasizes balancing protection for clergy with the necessity of supporting genuine victims.
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Winter Panic With Seven Kids
- J.D. describes sudden winter weather panic stocking supplies for seven young children during a brief cold snap.
- He uses the story lightheartedly to illustrate personal unpreparedness and small domestic trials.
Multiple Structural Failures
- The ACNA faces overlapping failures: canonical, leadership, and confidence breakdowns that compound each other.
- Clearer procedures alone won't fix the problem if leaders refuse to apply them impartially.
Simplicity Failed Without Trust
- The original ACNA kept canons intentionally simple, assuming mutual trust would guide behavior.
- That assumption failed, so the Title IV revision must embed detailed procedures to ensure accusations are heard fairly.