That appraisal and assessment are met with abashment; Carlisle reddens, crossing his arms. While the long sleeves more in-line with the clergyman's personal sense of style, anyone who has seen him in his usual, multilayered vestments could tell that the swimming trunks and sandals are not something he'd choose to wear on a normal basis -- or ever, if not for his own certain parties.

"I have yet to decide whether or not I will be braving the waters," he admits, "but I thought it better to be prepared."