Thoughts From the Pew on ‘Reverend’

1.I think Mr. Tuyl touches on an aspect of a much broader problem so prevalent in our day and age, namely lack of respect for and familiarity with those in a position of authority. Children address parents by their Christian names, broadcasters refer to parliamentarians and other high-ranking individuals without the courtesy of a 'Mr.' or 'Mrs.', and this trend of the world is becoming increasingly common-place in the Church. Much of the blame for this, however, must be laid at the door of...