This story suffers from not having any sources from the progressive wing of the Episcopal Church. It also could use some sources who clearly state the conservative position. I do find it astonishing that the good people of suburban Washington D.C.'s Episcopal churches have nothing more hopeful to think about than how annoyed they about New Hampshire's choice of bishop!

The article lacks balance and perspective. 9,000 people out of 2.3 million Episcopalians are members of churches are leaving over a theological dispute. The nature of the dispute is not sufficiently covered and different viewpoints are not sufficiently represented.

Well-written and very sourced reporting on the growing schism in a Christian denomination normally known for its reserve. Points to a cultural debate that crosses national borders.

While this story may seem of interest only to Episcopals or homosexuals, its implications go far beyond. Is it not religious trivia that has the denizens of Iraq torturing one another to death? Well written and exceptionally coherent.

In trying to be catchy & reader-friendly, the writer skims over linkages among the stated issues in the Episcopal Church, and does not consider whether there is a connection between these events and general religious conservatism in the U.S..