WHAT: Mockingbird seeks to connect the Christian faith with the realities of everyday life in fresh and down-to-earth ways.
WHY: Are we called Mockingbird? The name was inspired by the mockingbird’s peculiar gift for mimicking the cries of other birds. In a similar way, we seek to repeat the message we have heard - God’s word of grace and forgiveness.
HOW: Via every medium available! At present this includes (but is not limited to) a daily weblog, semi-annual conferences, and an ongoing publications initiative.
WHO: At present, we employ two full-time staff, David Zahl and Ethan Richardson and one part-time, William McDavid. They are helped and supported by a large number of contributing volunteers and writers. Our board of directors is chaired by Mr. Thomas Becker.
WHERE: Our offices are located in Christ Episcopal Church in Charlottesville, VA.
WHEN: Mockingbird was incorporated in June 2007 and is currently in its sixth year of operation.
The work of Mockingbird is made possible by the gifts of private donors and churches. Our 2013 operating budget is roughly $170,000, and with virtually no overhead, your gifts translate directly into mission and ministry. Can you help? Please feel free to email us at info@mbird.com if you have any questions or would like more information.
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6 comments
Aaron M. G. Zimmerman says:
Feb 17, 2009
Super cool post. Did you know about this show? Seen any episodes? Never seen any nuns like that. More Hollywood than Rome. Hilarious. Ironic in light of Robert Blake’s recent mishaps.
dpotter says:
Feb 17, 2009
Thanks Aaron, I thought it had just enough awkwardness to make it completely worth everyone’s while. I must confess that I came across the opening sequence when I watched Bill Maher’s ‘Religulous’. According to Wikipedia, the show only aired from Sept 4, 1985 to Dec 25th of the same year. Another notable fact is that Sammy Davis Jr. sang the theme song. What more can you ask for?
dpotter says:
Feb 17, 2009
I also neglected to mention that this post is meant to be a tribute to all clergy who find themselves working in gritty environments.
John Zahl says:
Feb 17, 2009
This is hilarious, wonderful, and right up my alley! Thanks!
Jacob says:
Feb 18, 2009
I think this should be the theme hymn for the mockingbird conference.
dpotter says:
Feb 19, 2009
I agree Jake…this is why I always sing the tune to myself before going to the pulpit. ‘Hell town is takin’ care of business…’