He attracted attention in the latter part of 1922, by stating that dancers would be trained to interpret religion, and in March, 1923, he held an Egyptian sun-god dance at his church, and from time to time it was announced that certain pagan rites were celebrated there. Bishop Manning asked for an explanation, but was not satisfied of the propriety of the dances, and vetoed them in January, 1924. The rector continued the services, however, and in March, 1924, St. Mark's was deprived of episcopal ministrations pending the time when the Bishop's counsel should be heeded.
In late 1922, he gained notice by suggesting dancers would be taught to convey religious meanings. In March 1923, an Egyptian sun-god dance was held at his church, and occasionally it was reported that pagan rituals were performed there. Bishop Manning inquired for clarification but remained unsatisfied about the propriety of the dances, which he banned in January 1924. The rector continued with services, though St. Mark's received no episcopal oversight until the bishop's advice was followed.