However, ourstory is not unambiguously positive. One area of great need is this: to clarifythe identities of men and women, boys and girls in our synagogues. Identityconfusion has been the hallmark of Messianic Judaism, in part because of ourunique claim about Messiah. With that claim has come our union with twohistorically antagonistic communities, the Church and the Jewish people. Sortingout this dual connection is immensely challenging. But if we do not resolve theambiguities, it is hard to imagine that we can build a viable movement thatwill last beyond one or two generations. One thing is clear: We can no longertravel only on the enthusiasm generated by worship, dance, and a "Big Idea."Our people are confused. They don't know who they are because we have notspoken clearly to them. Many inwardly wonder...