Theologian Jaci Correia Maraschin dies at 79
Topix Gay News Jul 02 09
The Rev. Jaci CorrA©ia Maraschin, an influential poet, theologian and priest in the Episcopal Anglican Church of Brazil , has died aged 79. In a June 30 news release, the IEAB described Maraschin as an "ardent defender of liberty, inclusiveness, the ordination of women, and creativity in hymns and liturgy." Maraschin's contribution to liturgical music, as author, composer, and translator, "is a valuable legacy not only for the IEAB but also many other churches in Brazil and beyond," the provincial news release said, noting that his latest project was to coordinate a revision of the IEAB's hymnal. Full story...
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