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Ordination With a Soundtrack: Faith in a New Key

July 1, 2025
Scott Rands

West Central Abbey, Diocese of Spokane

“On September 29, the Feast of All Angels, I was ordained at the West Central Abbey. The processional hymn was “Come as you are” by Nirvana and the recessional was “Calling All Angels” by Train. Our liturgy had poetry and preaching and Eucharist and the most wild and wonderful blend of old, new, and re-purposed elements as we gathered to celebrate together.” – The Rev. Katy Shedlock

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