Why Does a Shadow King Matter?

Prince William may be becoming a shadow king. So, what? Only gossip columnists should care, right? Wrong: this is hugely political for 80 million people world wide. How can that be? In a word - antidisestablishmentarianism. The Prince of Wales has made it clear that he does not want to be "Defender of the Faith," but rather "Defender of Faith;" therefore, he throws his cap in with those who are most eager to abolish the monarchy and the Anglican Communion. There is an argument that the only thing the monarchy legally provides is the official Church. No official Church, no need for a monarchy - so why not overthrow the government and establish a republic? Of course, the last time they tried that, it didn't work out so well. For those of us looking to the Anglican communion in this time of crisis, the Prince of Wales looks like an utter fool. How can he be leader? We pray for both Charles, William, and a long and healthy life for Queen Elizabeth.