text: I'm not clear about the purpose of this letter. Is it a celebration of Luther's proclamation 500 years ago or is it a serious effort to achieve reform in the Church? 
   
     I would be the last person to deny the desirability of change in many Church practices or rules which do not accomodate my personal inclinations, but I question the road chosen by these ladies to achieve that end. Consultation is usually more effective than confrontation unless the real goal is divergence and dissolution. 
  
     I also have questions as to the precise changes the various signatory groups are seeking.   Has this statement been presented to all members of the listed organizations  or does it represent the views of only the activist members of these groups?  I notice that no individuals are listed as signatories  and I feel that organizations as such cannot sign a document.
  
     I notice that the letter they object to was signed by Bishop Paprocki, not the Diocese of Springfield or the Catholic Church.