Sunday, April 29, 2007

New Episcopal bishop's vow one of unity, justice
Sunday, April 29
By
Kelly Hassett

The Rev. Thomas E. Breidenthal, assisted by deacon Theorphlis Borden, consecrates the host before communion during his ordination.

In a lavish ceremony intertwining centuries-old rituals with contemporary messages, a man who pledged compassion to all became Ohio's newest leader in the Episcopal faith yesterday.
The Rev. Thomas E. Breidenthal was consecrated as the ninth bishop for the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio at the Ohio State University campus.

About 2,000 people from throughout the state welcomed their new bishop at Mershon Auditorium. The diocese includes 25,000 members in 40 counties of central and southern Ohio.
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