James Parks Morton(January 7, 1930 – January 4, 2020) was an American Episcopal priest and founder of theInterfaith Center of New York.[1]
Cathedral of St. John the Divine
editMorton was dean of theCathedral of St. John the Divinefor 25 years (1972–1996).[2][3]During his tenure at the cathedral, he started many new projects and initiatives, including the "Green Cathedral Initiative," and inviting artists in residence such asPaul Winter,Philippe Petit& I Giuliari di Piazza.[3]
Projects
editMorton spoke about his personal relationship with the "green movement"in the filmThe 11th Hour.[4][5]In 1996, theNational Audubon Societyawarded him its highest honor, the Audubon Medal.[6]He was a contributor to Seven Pillars House of Wisdom.[7]
Press
editMorton worked withImam Feisal Abdul Raufduring thePark51scandal followingSeptember 11, 2001.[8]
References
edit- ^Martin, Douglas (1996-02-27)."Ending Lively Era, A Dean Is Leaving St. John the Divine;The Innovator's Work Is Done, Even if the Cathedral Is Not".The New York Times.ISSN0362-4331.Retrieved2019-10-29.
- ^Goldman, Ari L. (January 7, 2020)."James Parks Morton, Dean Who Brought a Cathedral to Life, Dies at 89".New York Times.RetrievedJanuary 8,2021.
- ^abAtkisson, Alan."The Green Cathedral, An Interview with James Parks Morton".In Context.Context Institute. Archived fromthe originalon 26 August 2011.Retrieved21 October2011.
- ^"James Parks Morton Filmography".Movies & TV Dept.The New York Times.Archived fromthe originalon 10 July 2012.Retrieved21 October2011.
- ^"Biography of James Parks Morton".11th Hour Action, Ideas and Experts.11thHourAction. Archived fromthe originalon 12 October 2007.Retrieved21 October2011.
- ^"Previous Audubon Medal Awardees".9 January 2015.
- ^"Reverend James Parks Morton Bio".Contributors, Seven Pillars.Retrieved21 October2011.
- ^Salazar, Christian."Imam Faces Divisions Over New York Mosque".TheWashington Times.Retrieved21 October2011.