Stoddard's concepts of theology were not widely accepted either by fellow clergy or laymen, in New England.
The attempt was not received well by his fellow clergy and in December 1941 he reverted to his previous titles.
Shuttlesworth mobilized some of his fellow clergy to assist the rides.
"The Government is trying to suffocate and intimidate me and my fellow clergy."
His work as a revivalist preacher brought him repeatedly into conflict with his bishop and fellow clergy.
For his services to the Americans, Gibault was viewed disfavorably by his fellow clergy, who had remained loyal to the British government.
Unable to find lodgings in the village he resided at the inn in defiance of both fellow clergy and also Canon Law.
He entered the Stopnica Monastery, but soon became disillusioned with the church, believing many of his fellow clergy to be corrupt.
His abrupt style and ability to garner publicity for his project alienated some of his fellow clergy in the diocese:
Contemporaries praised his saintly character which gained him respect from his fellow clergy.