James Parks Morton

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Morton celebrating Communion at his final service as Dean of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, on December 29, 1996

James Parks Morton (January 7, 1930 – January 4, 2020) was an American Episcopal priest and founder of the Interfaith Center of New York.[1]

Cathedral of St. John the Divine

Morton was dean of the Cathedral of St. John the Divine for 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 as Paul Winter, Philippe Petit & I Giuliari di Piazza.[3]

Projects

Press

Morton worked with

September 11, 2001.[8]

References

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  2. New York Times
    . Retrieved January 8, 2021.
  3. ^ a b Atkisson, Alan. "The Green Cathedral, An Interview with James Parks Morton". In Context. Context Institute. Archived from the original on 26 August 2011. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
  4. ^ "James Parks Morton Filmography". Movies & TV Dept. The New York Times. Archived from the original on 10 July 2012. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
  5. ^ "Biography of James Parks Morton". 11th Hour Action, Ideas and Experts. 11thHourAction.com. Archived from the original on 12 October 2007. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
  6. ^ "Previous Audubon Medal Awardees". 9 January 2015.
  7. ^ "Reverend James Parks Morton Bio". Contributors, Seven Pillars. Retrieved 21 October 2011.
  8. Washington Times
    . Retrieved 21 October 2011.