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The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego
th
45 Diocesan Convention
November 9-10, 2018
St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church
6556 Park Ridge Blvd., San Diego, CA 92120
The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego
2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107│619-291-5947│www.edsd.org
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Table of Contents
Budget & Resolution Hearing 2
Convention Agenda 3
Agenda de la Convención 5
Bishop’s Letter of Welcome 7
Carta de Bienvenida de La Obispa 8
Growing in Faith Through Service 9
Friday Night Reception 9
Keynote Presentation 10
Resolutions 11
Nominees for Elected Positions 14
Ballot 2018 20
Election Tally Sheet 21
Treasurer’s Report 23
Proposed 2019 Budget 28
Rules of Order for Electing Convention 32
Special Reports 34
Reports to Convention 38
DioCon Kids Programming 4 – 12 66
Youth Program – middle & high school 67
Servant Ministry Awards 68
Timeline and Consecration of the Fifth Bishop 74
Opportunities for Learning & Enlightenment 75
St. Dunstan’s Facilities Map Back Cover
Budget & Resolution Hearings
Budget Hearing
12:40 – 1:20 p.m.
The Rev. Kirby Smith, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer, the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego
This hearing will cover the proposed 2019 diocesan budget that convention will approve during the
afternoon business session. Time will be provided to answer questions.
Resolution Hearing
1:20 – 2:00 p.m.
Mr. Gary Powell, Resolutions Committee Member, Good Samaritan, San Diego
At the time of this posting, there were two (2) resolutions submitted for convention’s consideration. These
resolutions will be presented along with any others that come in after this posting. The proposing delegates
will be available to speak to each resolution and answer questions.
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Convention Agenda
Friday, November 9
9:00 a.m. Registration Courtyard
Morning Hospitality Courtyard
9:45 a.m. Morning Prayer with Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori (Bilingüe) Sanctuary
10:00 a.m. Keynote Presentation – Authentic Episcopal Evangelism Sanctuary
The Rev. Dr. Mark Hargreaves and the Rev. Deb Seles
12:00 p.m. LUNCH (included in registration fee) Parish Hall/Courtyard
12:40 p.m. Budget Hearing Sanctuary
1:20 p.m. Resolution Hearing Sanctuary
2:00 p.m. BREAK
2:15 p.m. OPENING WORSHIP Sanctuary
2:30 p.m. CONVENTION CONVENES FOR OPENING BUSINESS Hon. Jim Stiven, presiding
Welcome / Opening Business
• Report of Secretary of Convention Mr. Darryl Peralta
Presentation from Diocese of Western Mexico The Rt. Rev. Ricardo
Gomez
Presentation of Special Rules for the Electing Convention Polly Getz, Esq.
Delegate Briefing Polly Getz, Esq.
Online Voting Practice Session Mr. Corey Bruins
Report of the Judge of Elections – First Ballot Mr. Scott Crispell
Introductions and Acknowledgments The Rt. Rev. Katharine
Jefferts Schori
BISHOP’S CONVENTION ADDRESS The Rt. Rev. Katharine
Jefferts Schori
Financial and Administrative Reports
• Audit Committee Ms. Judy Brown
• Treasurer’s Report The Rev. Kirby Smith
Report of the Judge of Elections – Second Ballot Mr. Scott Crispell
RECOGNITION OF MILITARY VETERANS The Rev. Babs Meairs
PRESENTATION OF THE SERVANT MINISTRY AWARDS The Rt. Rev. Katharine
Jefferts Schori
Reception Instructions and Grace The Rev. Kent Branstetter
Convention Recess Hon. James Stiven
5:00 p.m. Reception – St. Dunstan’s Parish Hall and Courtyard (included in registration fee)
Saturday, November 10
8:00 a.m. Registration Courtyard
Morning Hospitality Courtyard
8:00 a.m. Diocesan Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary
9:00 a.m. CONVENTION EUCHARIST Bishop Katharine presiding (Bilingüe) Sanctuary
10:30 a.m. BREAK
11:00 a.m. PLENARY SESSION – Standing Committee Transition Report Sanctuary
12:30 p.m. LUNCH (included in registration fee) Parish Hall/Courtyard
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1:30 p.m. CONVENTION RECONVENES BUSINESS SESSION Hon. Jim Stiven, presiding
• Report of the Secretary of Convention Mr. Darryl Peralta
• Report of the Judge of Elections – Third Ballot Mr. Scott Crispell
PRESENTATION OF THE 2019 BUDGET The Rev. Kirby Smith
Report of the Committee on Resolutions Mr. Gary Powell
(Considering Resolutions 18-01 and 18-02)
Recognition of Outgoing Governance Committee Members The Rt. Rev. Katharine
Jefferts Schori
PRESENTATION OF SPECIAL AWARDS The Rt. Rev. Katharine
Jefferts Schori
Final Report of the Judge of Elections Mr. Scott Crispell
General Convention Report Polly Getz, Esq.
Closing Business
• Reports Received by Title Mr. Darryl Peralta
• Courtesy Resolutions Mr. Gary Powell
• Appointments and Announcements The Hon. Jim Stiven
Electing Convention for the Fifth Bishop of San Diego
February 2, 2019
St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Poway
Consecration of the Fifth Bishop of San Diego
June 15, 2019
St. Paul’s Cathedral, San Diego
Next Diocesan Convention – 46th Convention, November 8-9, 2019
St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, Palm Desert
Closing Prayer and Blessing The Rt. Rev. Katharine
Jefferts Schori
4:30 p.m. Adjourn / Convention Concludes
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Agenda de la Convención
Viernes 9 de noviembre
9:00 a.m. Registro Patio
Hospitalidad Matutina Patio
9:50 a.m. Oración Matutina con la Obispa Katharine Jefferts Schori (Bilingüe) Santuario
10:00 a.m. Presentación Principal – Un Evangelismo Episcopal Autentico Santuario
El Revdo. Dr. Mark Hargreaves and La Revda. Deb Seles
12:00 p.m. Almuerzo (incluido en el costo del registro) Salón Parrochial/Patio
12:40 p.m. Audición del Presupuesto Santuario
1:15 p.m. Audición de Resoluciones Santuario
1:50 p.m. RECESO
2:00 p.m. ALABANZA DE APERTURA Santuario
2:15 p.m. REUNIÓN DE LA CONVENCIÓN PARA SESIÓN DE NEGOCIOS Hon. Jim Stiven, preside
Bienvenida / Apertura de Sesión de Negocios
• Informe del Secretario de la Convención Sr. Darryl Peralta
Presentación de la Diócesis del Occidente El Reverendisimo Ricardo
Gomez
Presentación de la Reglas Especiales para la Convención Electoral Sra. Polly Getz, Esq.
Instrucciones a los Delegados Sra. Polly Getz, Esq.
Sesión de Práctica de Votación Electrónica Sr. Corey Bruins
Informe del Juez de Elecciones – Primera Boleta Electoral Sr. Scott Crispell
Introducciones y Reconomientos La Reverendisima Katharine
Jefferts Schori
DISCURSO DE LA OBISPA A LA CONVENCION La Reverendisima Katharine
Jefferts Schori
Informes Financieros y Administrativos
• Comité de Auditoría Sra. Judy Brown
• Informe del Tesorero El Revdo. Kirby Smith
Reporte del Juez de Elecciones – Segunda Boleta Electoral Sr. Scott Crispell
RECONOCIMIENTO DE VETERANOS MILITARES La Revda. Babs Meairs
PRESENTACIÓN DE RECONOMIENTOS POR SERVICIO La Reverendisima Katharine
MINISTERIAL Jefferts Schori
Instrucciones para la Recepción y Oración El Revdo. Kent Branstetter
Receso de la Convención El Hon. James Stiven
5:00 p.m. Recepción – Salón Parrochial y Patio St. Dunstan’s (incluido en el costo del registro)
Sábado 10 de noviembre
8:00 a.m. Registro Patio
Hospitalidad Matutina Patio
8:00 a.m. Práctica de Coro Diocesano Santuario
9:00 a.m. EUCARISTÍA DE LA CONVENCIÓN – Santuario
Obispa Katharine presidiendo (Bilingüe)
10:30 a.m. RECESO
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11:00 a.m. SESION PLENARIA – Reporte del Comité de Transición Santuario
12:30 p.m. ALMUERZO (incluido en el costo del registro) Salón Parrochial/Patio
1:30 p.m. CONVOCACIÓN DE SESIÓN DE NEGOCIOS El Hon. Jim Stiven,
presidente
• Informe del Secretario de la Convención Sr. Darryl Peralta
• Reporte del Juez de Elecciones – Tercera Boleta Electoral Sr. Scott Crispell
PRESENTACION DEL PRESUPUESTO PARA EL 2019 El Revdo. Kirby Smith
Reporte del Comité de Resoluciones Sr. Gary Powell
(Resolución 18-01 and 18-02)
Reconocimiento a los Miembros de Comités Gobernantes La Reverendisima Katharine
Jefferts Schori
PRESENTACION DE RECONOMIENTOS ESPECIALES La Reverendisima Katharine
Jefferts Schori
Informe Final de Juez de Elecciones Sr. Scott Crispell
Informe de la Convención General Sra. Polly Getz, Esq.
Cierre de Agenda de Negocios
• Informes Recibidos por Titulo Sr. Darryl Peralta
• Resoluciones de Cortesía Sr. Gary Powell
• Nombramientos y Anuncios El Hon. Jim Stiven,
presidente
Convención Electoral para el quinto obispo de San Diego
2 de febrero de 2019
St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Poway
Consagración del quinto obispo de San Diego
15 de junio del 2019
Catedral de San Pablo, San Diego
Próxima Convención Diocesana – 46a Convención, 8-9 de noviembre de 2019
St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, Palm Desert
Oración de Cierre y Bendición La Reverendisima Katharine
Jefferts Schori
4:30 p.m. Cierre / Convención Concluye
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From Bishop Katharine
November 9, 2018
Dear friends in Christ,
As we begin annual Diocesan Convention, I celebrate the health and liveliness of
the Diocese of San Diego. We are welcomed at St. Dunstan’s, San Diego by their
members and others from St. Columba’s, Santee; St. Alban’s, El Cajon; Christ
the King, Alpine; St. Andrew’s, La Mesa, as well as the diocesan Cursillo
community. Give thanks for all they’re doing to make us welcome and support
the work we do together!
The theme of our gathering is Faith Like a Mustard Seed: Growing in Christ. The
collaborative hosting of Mission Area Two is one such example. For most of us,
faith begins in small nudges and grows through the water of baptism and spirit-
filled encounters. Our major learning opportunity at this convention will be a
plenary session on evangelism, led by the Rev. Deb Seles and the Rev. Dr. Mark Hargreaves – building on the
Learnings from London. How might these mustard seed possibilities take root and grow all across the Diocese of San
Diego?
This convention is largely paperless, as the reports and actual work of Convention are offered electronically. I
encourage you to read, learn, and inwardly digest the materials. While we’re here, we’ll eat and pray and sing and
laugh together, have vigorous conversations, and give thanks for the abundant life and love we know in Jesus Christ.
We are asked to serve our neighbors this year by supporting ongoing diocesan ministries. Bring your outward and
visible signs of our inward and spiritual connection when you come to Convention, and watch our mustard seeds
become a large tree of life for God’s people!
1. Diapers for infants (RefugeeNet and Episcopal Community Services)
2. New underwear and socks for adults (Episcopal Community Services)
3. Low sodium peanut butter in plastic jars (St. Paul’s Senior Homes & Services)
Pray for our work together, that God may bless our labors at this Convention, and our gathered ministry for the sake
of all God’s people and God’s creation. I am
Your servant in Christ,
The Rt. Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori
Assisting Bishop
Diocese of San Diego
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De La Obispa Katharine
9 de Noviembre del 2018
Queridos amigos en Cristo,
Conforme nos preparamos para la convención anual, Yo celebro la salud y
vivacidad de la Diócesis de San Diego. Seremos bienvenidos en St. Dunstan’s,
San Diego por sus miembros y tambien por los miembros de St. Columba’s,
Santee; St. Alban’s, El Cajon; Christ the King, Alpine; St. Andrew’s, La Mesa, al
igual que por el grupo diocesano de la comunidad Cursillo. Den gracias por todo
lo que ellos están haciendo para recibirnos y para apoyarnos en el trabajo que
hacemos juntos!
El tema de nuestra reunión es Fe Como un Grano de Mostaza: Creciendo en Cristo.
El trabajo colaborativo de las congregaciones de la Segunda Área Misional es un
gran ejemplo. Para la mayoría de nosotros, la fe comienza con pequeños
empujones y crece con el agua del bautismo y encuentros espirituales. La mayor oportunidad de aprendizaje en esta
convención será la sesión plenaria sobre el evangelismo, dirigida por la Revda. Deb Seles y el Revdo. Dr. Mark
Hargreaves – basado en Aprendizajes de Londres. ¿De qué manera podrán, estas semillas de mostaza, tomar raíz y crecer
a través de la diócesis de San Diego?
En esta convención ofreceremos la mayoría de los materiales de manera electrónica. Les animo a que lean, subrayen,
aprendan, and digieran los materiales antes de que lleguen a St. Dunstan’s. Mientras estemos ahí, comeremos y
oraremos juntos, reiremos juntos, tendremos conversaciones vigorosas y daremos gracias por la vida abundante y el
amor que conocemos en Jesucristo.
Se nos pide que este año sirvamos a nuestros vecinos al apoyar a los ministerios diocesanos. Al venir a esta
convención, traigan sus señales exteriores e interiores de nuestra conexión interior y espiritual, y veamos cómo crecen
nuestras semillas de mostaza y se convierten en un gran árbol de vida por el pueblo de Dios!
1. Pañales para infantes (RefugeeNet y Episcopal Community Services)
2. Ropa interior nueva y calcetines para adulto (Episcopal Community Services)
3. Comidas enlatadas bajas en sodio: mantequilla de maní, lentejas, frijoles, chicharos, o nueces (St. Paul’s
Senior Homes & Services)
Oren por el trabajo que haremos juntos, que Dios bendiga nuestros labores en esta convención, y nuestro ministerio
por el bien de todo el pueblo de Dios y su creación. Yo soy
Su siervo en Cristo,
The Rt. Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori
Obispa Asistente
Diócesis de San Diego
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Growing in Faith through Service
This year’s service project supports Ministry Together! A collaboration of six major diocesan ministries,
Ministry Together encourages us to join together and work for good as a cohesive whole. Each ministry
serves a specific group of people with unique needs. They all are worthy of your time, talent and treasure.
The six ministries are:
1. Episcopal Community Services (ECS)
2. RefugeeNet
3. Camp Stevens
4. St. Paul’s Senior Homes & Services (Program
for all-inclusive care for the elderly PACE)
5. Vida Joven de Mexico
6. Episcopal Relief & Development (ERD)
To support these diocesan ministries in a tangible way
at convention, we ask you to bring the following to St.
Dunstan’s on November 9 and 10:
1. Diapers for infants (RefugeeNet and Episcopal
Community Services)
2. New underwear and socks for adults (Episcopal Community Services)
3. Low sodium peanut butter in plastic jars (St. Paul’s Senior Homes & Services)
Bring them to the lawn at St. Dunstan’s and watch the pile grow, as we grow in faith through service!
Friday Night Reception
Everyone is welcome to attend the Friday evening reception at the close of
convention business (5:00 p.m. approximately). Enjoy drinks and appetizers
with fellow Episcopalians on the courtyard, and in the parish hall while
browsing the exhibits featuring diocesan ministry displays and vendors.
Cursillo Singers will provide entertainment and ambience. Beer and wine
will be available, as well as water and juice. We ask you to kindly limit your
alcoholic intake to two complimentary drinks per person. Gluten free and
vegetarian options available. Thank you to St. Dunstan’s and other Area Two churches for hosting this
reception!
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Authentic Episcopal Evangelism
Keynote Presentation
Friday, November 9 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The Rev. Deb Seles and the Rev. Dr. Mark Hargreaves will present a session about Episcopal
evangelism on Friday, November 9, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. All are welcome. We’ll begin with the
distinctive character of Episcopal evangelism, and then move from the theological to the
practical as we hear how God works through our faith communities to engage our
neighbors, being ever mindful of our unique contexts. We will also discuss what is
happening around the communion and how we can ride the momentum of Presiding
Bishop Curry’s “Way of Love.”
Presenters Bios
The Rev. Dr. Mark Hargreaves
The Rev. Dr. Mark Hargreaves is rector of St. James, La Jolla.
He came from the Diocese of London where he served for 25
years. Mark studied theology at Oxford and earned a PhD from
Cambridge on the subject of the authority of the Bible. He is
interested in the visual arts, cycling, tennis and collecting old
postcards. He is married to Laura, a native Californian.
The Rev. Deb Seles
The Rev. Deb Seles hails from Chicago (Go Cubs!) and was
introduced to the Episcopal Church through her late husband,
Emory. She was ordained in 2002 and served the Diocese of
Chicago in many roles before moving to Idaho to become
rector of Ascension, Twin Falls. She is associate rector at St.
Margaret’s, Palm Desert and a member of The Improvables of
the Desert, an improv comedy troupe out of Palm Springs. She
enjoys exploring mountain trails with her Norwegian elkhound,
Rocky, and a rat terrier, Sunny.
10Resolutions
RESOLUTION 18-01
Title: Clarifying Delegates to Electing Convention
Proposed By: The Standing Committee, through the Rev. Kathleen Kelly
Name, Address, Phone Number of Delegate: The Rev. Kathleen Kelly, 46-100 Burroweed Lane, Palm
Desert, CA 92260, 760-399-7225
Date: September 24, 2018
Resolved, that the 45th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego (“Diocese”) instruct the
President at the Electing Convention expected to occur on February 2, 2019 to seat, with voice and vote,
one additional delegate from each of three congregations (St. Luke’s, San Diego; All Souls’, San Diego; and
St. James, La Jolla), in accord with the Average Sunday Attendance (“ASA”) reported on their parochial
reports for 2017, now certified by the Diocese.
EXPLANATION OF RESOLUTION: Title I, Canon 4.03 of our Diocesan Canons provides how many
delegates each congregation shall have at conventions based upon the Average Sunday Attendance (“ASA”)
in the “latest available annual parochial report.” Following the historical practice, in March of 2018, the
Bishop’s Executive Assistant notified congregations how many delegates each should select for this
convention. This notice was based on the parochial reports for 2016, which were at that time the most
recent reports fully completed and certified.
Canon 4.03 also provides that delegates serve from the time of the convention for which they are selected
until the next convention, including any special conventions (such as our upcoming electing convention).
The parochial reports for 2017 were complete and certified in May of 2018. Application of the ASA from
these reports would result in each of the above-named congregations receiving one additional delegate.
These congregations could certainly contend that Canon 4.03 should not be applied to their disadvantage.
The Presider at the electing convention will be responsible for ruling on any dispute concerning seating of
delegates. It is desirable to settle the issue described here in advance, so that affected congregations can
plan accordingly. The Standing Committee recommends adopting this resolution to afford the maximum
participation arguably supported by the canons.
RESOLUTION 18-02
Title: Adopt and Implement the Recommendations of the Task Force on Compassionate Care for Victims
of Clergy Sexual Misconduct
Proposed By: The Rev. Martha Anderson, The Rev. Paige Blair-Hubert, The Rev. Mary Lynn Coulson, Mr.
Dan Crane, The Rev. Rebecca Dinovo, The Rev. Terry Shields Dirbas, The Rev. Andrew Green, The Rev.
Dr. Mark Hargeaves, The Rev. Colin Mathewson, The Rev. Laurel Mathewson, The Rev. Mark McKone-
11Sweet, The Rev. Tom Morelli, The Ven. Robert Nelson, The Rev. Laura Sheridan-Campbell, The Rev.
Timothy True, Mr. Ed Walsh, Ms. Donna Watson, The Rev. William H. Zettinger
Name, Address, Phone Number of Delegate: The Rev. Paige Blair-Hubert, 13985 Calle Cardenas, San
Diego, CA 92130, 858-248-7247
Date: September 28, 2018
Resolved, that the 45th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego (“Diocese”) calls upon the
Standing Committee to enact promptly and without delay the recommendations as set forth in the official
November 9, 2018, report of the Task Force for the Compassionate Care for Victims of Clergy Sexual
Misconduct, namely
1. The establishment of a model program for education of leadership in Trauma-Informed Care in the
context of clergy sexual misconduct, and development of a congregational educational curriculum on clergy
sexual misconduct.
2. The formation of an interdisciplinary Compassionate Care Team to assume responsibility for trauma-
informed care for the primary victim.
3. The formation of a Pastoral Response Team to guide congregational healing after a traumatic event.
And be it further
Resolved, that the 45th Convention of the Diocese memorialize this resolution to the General Convention
of The Episcopal Church. And be it further
Resolved, that the November 9, 2018, report of the Task Force for the Compassionate Care for Victims of
Clergy Sexual Misconduct be sent to the following entities:
• Executive Council of The Episcopal Church
• The Task Force created by D022 of the 79th General Convention, charged with tracking the
progress of resolutions “that engage the challenges facing women in ministry and in society at large,”
• The Task Force on Sexual Harassment (Resolution A109); and
• The Task Force to Oversee Creation of Training Materials (Resolution A048).
EXPLANATION:
The 44th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego called for the formation of a task force to
study the experience of victims who report clergy sexual misconduct; become educated on best practices for
safeguarding these reporters; and issue recommendations to the Standing Committee, Executive Council
and the 45th Convention. Resolution 17-04 charged the Task Force with making recommendations
reflecting a trauma-informed approach to the care of reporting victims, both through the canonical
reporting process, as well as in their home parish.
The Task Force devoted ten months to study of this complex issue. Its research included diocesan-wide
open invitations for past complainants or others to confidentially share their experiences; hearing first-hand
accounts of victims who have filed Title IV complaints, both in this diocese and elsewhere; interviews with
other dioceses and parishes within other dioceses, focusing specifically on approaches that may have been
successful, as well as failures; consultation with a psychologist experienced with trauma; exploration of the
12U.S. Navy’s model Sexual Assault Case Management Group, as well as extensive reading and debate.
The Task Force has now submitted its report. The findings of the report reveal that we, in this diocese, are
very far from “getting this right.” In this diocese, as elsewhere, retraumatization of victims is prevalent and
systemic. Despite having very well-meaning people involved in the church response, we are causing
significantly deeper harm to those who step forward to report. This finding is in contradiction to the
statement, “A victim has a right to expect our faith communities to respond with the love and compassion
of Christ,” which was affirmed by resolution at last year’s Convention.
The Task Force has submitted its recommendations regarding education, the Compassionate Care Team
and Pastoral Response Team. To be successful, all three must work in tandem. Approval of only one or two
would ensure that victims continue to be retraumatized.
The work of the Task Force and of this Diocesan Convention takes place in a context in which issues of
sexual abuse, and the treatment of victims of sexual abuse is in the forefront. From the entertainment
industry, to Silicon Valley, to academia and athletics, to the United States Armed Services, to our political
life, to the Roman Catholic Church, industries and institutions are reckoning with these issues in very real
and public ways. The world is watching, and these institutions and industries are, rightfully, being assessed
publicly and broadly, as to whether or not the response is adequate, effective, and just. The Church, and
our Episcopal Church, must seek to do nothing less than what is adequate, effective, and just, and in fact,
as the Body of Christ, must seek to do more.
Through the implementation of these recommendations, we will design a compassionate response that cares
for the victims responsibly and holistically, in a trauma-informed manner, both during the Title IV process
and in the aftermath as they heal from the trauma. At the same time, we will also be proactively helping to
heal the impacted community. This is the response that truly promotes healing and reconciliation. This is
what is required of the Body of Christ.
13Nominees for Diocesan Positions
SECRETARY OF CONVENTION
Elect 1 Cleric or Lay Person to serve to 2019
Mr. Darryl Peralta
Member, Good Shepherd, Bonita
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I am the incumbent and
believe I can further contribute to the mission of this diocese as we journey
though the transition to a new diocesan bishop.
Mr. Ruben Rodriguez
Member, Good Shepherd, Bonita
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I am an attorney in private
practice with over 40 years of experience. My wife and I have attended Good
Shepherd, Bonita for over 40 years where I have served in just about every
capacity from usher to senior warden and chancellor. I also served as the assistant
to the secretary of convention last year. With God’s help I am able and willing to
serve by accurately and clearly recording the proceedings of the convention and
executive council and thereby facilitate the diocese’s mission to serve the Lord.
HISTORIOGRAPHER OF THE DIOCESE
Elect 1 Cleric or Lay Person to serve to 2019
Mr. John J. Will
Member, St. Paul’s Cathedral, San Diego
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: We need to preserve, protect
and organize our diocesan records and artifacts to serve as a resource for all other
ministries of the diocese. Additionally, we have a responsibility to remember the
sacrifice of those who built and continue to build our diocese. I would therefore
favor the establishment of a permanent archives for our diocese. Ideally, this
would be in time for our 50th anniversary. I was first elected historiographer at our 35th Annual
Convention. I would be honored to continue that role for another year if so elected.
14DISCIPLINARY BOARD
Elect 1 Priest or Deacon to serve to 2021
Elect 1 Lay Person to serve to 2021
The Rev. Anne Bridgers
Rector, Christ Church, Coronado
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I have been blessed to serve
in this diocese as well as serving in three other dioceses gaining experience and
respect for the healthy systems the Episcopal Church provides for clergy and lay
wellness. Serving on the disciplinary board is yet another way “to take my place in
the councils of the Church” as I vowed to do at my ordination twenty years ago. I
seek to serve on that board as a person of prayer, intentionally listening with others as we discern the best
way forward to love and serve the Lord.
The Rev. Doran Stambaugh
Rector, St. Michael’s, Carlsbad
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I am willing to serve on the
diocesan disciplinary board and assist as needed in this difficult but important
role. My prayer is that this body, by God’s grace, would be an instrument of
healing, reconciliation, and peace.
Mr. Daniel Crane
Senior Warden, St. Bartholomew’s, Poway
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: A lifelong Episcopalian, I
have been actively involved for many years in pastoral, liturgical and leadership
roles in the church; including serving as senior warden in two parishes. As St.
Bartholomew’s senior warden, I have partnered with our rector and personnel
committee to successfully manage some difficult personnel actions. Fifty years in
the corporate world, including management roles, have given me a firm understanding of standards of
behavior, fair management and appropriate actions when boundaries are crossed. My vision is to provide a
safe and healthy environment for the laity, clergy and staff of our diocese as well as understand the
necessary management of the risk involved in this committee.
Ms. Mary Ann Eckman
Member, St. Margaret’s, Palm Desert
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I have been a licensed
attorney in Washington state for 43 years, have been involved in several nonprofit
organizations at various leadership capacities, including president of the board. I
also have served on disciplinary committees in the past at non-profits and as a
partner at a multinational accounting firm. My vision for the disciplinary
committee is that we have absolutely no reason to meet because we don't have any disciplinary problems. I
am however prepared to do so, if the need arises.
15DIOCESAN EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
Elect 1 Priest or Deacon to serve until 2022
Elect 2 Lay Persons to serve until 2022
The Rev. George Calvert
Rector, Good Shepherd, Bonita
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: My vision is that the
diocese be effective in helping people come to know, love, and serve Jesus Christ.
I have served on executive council in the Diocese of Colorado and twice in the
Diocese of San Diego. I would bring an evangelical perspective and knowledge
from years of experience. I am currently serving this diocese as the diocesan
Cursillo spiritual adviser, planned giving committee member, and dean of Area
One.
The Rev. Janine Schenone
Rector, Good Samaritan, San Diego
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: While working on the
bishop nominating committee this year, I have been inspired by the breadth and
depth of diversity and the constant pulse of evangelistic fervor expressed in the
listening sessions from seaport to desert. I greatly enjoy collaborating with
diocesan colleagues, and I hope to help the diocese find adequate resources to
launch, maintain, and sustain missional works of evangelism, outreach, and
advocacy. I also am on the clergy wellness committee and am the diocesan representative to the statewide
Episcopal Public Policy Network of California. I also have fifteen years of experience in management in
high-tech firms in Silicon Valley.
Ms. Grecia Rivas
Member, St. Paul’s Cathedral, San Diego
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: As a young woman of color
that has served in various ways for the community, and congregation, I believe
these experiences will help me grow as a spiritual leader. Participating and
representing the diocese of San Diego has given me the knowledge of what the
church can do outside of mass, and how I can help my surroundings bringing the
word and most importantly, the actions of God.
Ms. Jan Harrison Romerdahl
Junior Warden, St. Margaret’s, Palm Desert
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I was a senior leader for US
Bank responsible for seven regions in the business banking division. I financed
many churches during that time and have a good perspective of how organizations
can function effectively and efficiently. This past year I have served on the
diocesan executive council, the finance committee and the healthy church work
group. I have also lead St. Margaret’s strategic planning initiative. I feel blessed and fed by my involvement
in our parish and diocese.
16Ms. Dawn Stary
Member, St. Luke’s, San Diego
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: As a pastoral counselor and
as a children’s minister I have had the privilege of primarily serving refugees in the
county. God dwells with those at the margins; God too calls all of us out of the
shadows and into the light of grace and salvation. As a member of the executive
council I would work to implement the unique mission of the diocese. Undeterred
by borders and through an open invitation to seek Christ in the world, I would work alongside fellow
members, with the Holy Spirit’s guidance to realize and bring to life the mission to its fullest.
Mr. David Tremaine
Member, St. Paul’s Cathedral
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I am a lifelong Episcopalian
and graduate of Virginia Theological Seminary where I earned a Masters of
Divinity. I am passionate about the mission and vision of the church as we move
further into the 21st century, and have ministry experience in both larger (St.
Paul’s Cathedral) and smaller (St. Luke’s, North Park) congregations. I am
energized by conversations about the direction that the church and the diocese are moving and the
challenge of exploring new ways of being church. I currently focus on all-ages faith formation and outreach
at St. Paul’s and young adult faith formation at St. Luke’s.
Ms. Chikako Tsukuda
Member, All Saints’, Vista
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I have been an Episcopalian
for over twenty years. Currently I’m humbled to serve as a member of the bishop
nominating committee. My passion and devotion is to connect people including
unchurched, non-Christians and new-comers to share God’s loving kindness. I try
to listen to God carefully with prayers and discern God’s call. My husband and I
have lived in multiple countries and cities including Philadelphia, Brussels, and Tokyo. While in
Philadelphia, I served as a Eucharistic Minister, and I was a part of Episcopal Asiamerica Ministry, serving a
board council member and a convener of the Japanese convocation. I have received lay leadership training
of church planting and evangelism. While in Tokyo, the Bishop of Tokyo appointed me to serve as search
committee chair of a local parish. I have served as a translator, on vestries, diocesan committees, and as
diocesan staff in other dioceses. I would like to offer myself, my experiences and gifts which have been given
by God through multiple ministries to the Diocese of San Diego.
Mr. Andrew Waters
Member, St. Timothy’s, San Diego
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I am a lifelong Episcopalian
and I currently worship at St. Timothy’s, San Diego – Rancho Peñasquitos where I
am in the last year of my term as senior warden. In the last six years, I have also
served on the vestry and finance committee and have worked with or coordinated a
17number of internal and external ministries. I have a background in leadership through my service as an
officer in the U.S. Navy and my current job as a business manager at the Naval Medical Center where I
manage approximately 90 civilian staff. I am excited by the possibility of working with others on initiatives
and projects outside my own parish and following God’s call wherever that may lead me.
Ms. Jennifer Whaley
Member, St. Paul’s, Yuma
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I am active in Cursillo.
When the nominating committee asked me to stand for election, I thought, “This
is an unexpected opportunity to serve Christ.” I prayed about it, and decided, I
can do this with God’s help. I am from St. Paul’s, Yuma. The nominating
committee thinks that my participation will go far to unite our diocese even across
state lines. I am willing to travel and will attend regularly scheduled meetings. I believe in ethical,
conscientious, and practical teamwork. I served on a budget committee here. I appreciate your
consideration.
STANDING COMMITTEE
Elect 1 Priest or Deacon to serve to 2022
Elect 1 Lay Person to serve to 2022
The Rev. Brenda Sol
Rector, St. Andrew’s, Encinitas
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: As a member of this diocese
for over four years now, I have chaired the clergy enrichment committee for two
years, attended General Convention as a deputy-alternate, and am currently
serving on the bishop nominating committee. I enjoy being part of the wider
church and look forward to serving my diocese in ways that make use of my ability
to track the details without losing sight of the big picture.
Mr. Pete Casalegno
Member, St. Mary’s, Ramona
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: As a concerned and active
member of St. Mary’s-in-the-Valley, I remain attentive to the current and
impending influences on our Church’s public image and necessary growth in
today’s complex and dynamic environment. I wish to be an active, involved, and
progressive leader as part of the Standing Committee’s efforts to maintain our
Church’s positive influence and response to challenges as they arise.
18Mr. Stephen Turnbull
Member, St. David’s, San Diego
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I am running for election to
standing committee. Previously, I served on the standing committee from 2009 to
2013, one year as president. I currently serve as the Area One missioner, and on
the committee on mission action parish canons. I am the immediate past board
president of Episcopal Community Services (ECS). I have served on corporation
of the diocese, and as treasurer of RefugeeNet. I was bishop’s warden for St. Luke’s, San Diego – North
Park, and senior warden of, St. David’s, San Diego – Clairemont. In my experience around the diocese, I
have learned the benefits of strengthening churches by creating strong bonds of mutual support between
our congregations, and continuously learning from one another, as we carry out our common mission in
Christ.
Mr. Anthony Vanaria
Member, St. Michael’s, Carlsbad
Nominee’s Statement in Favor of Their Candidacy: I have been a member of St.
Michael’s, Carlsbad since 1993. I currently serve as senior warden and have also
held that position twice previously. In my professional life, I am a retired Navy
captain and pilot, a former test pilot, squadron commanding officer, and air officer
on an aircraft carrier. Currently, I am a federal employee at SPAWAR in San
Diego. At St. Michael's, our mission calls us ". . . to be a beacon of God’s truth and
love through the richness of traditional Anglican worship, by equipping the saints to bear witness to Christ
wherever they may be, and by sharing in Christ’s work of reconciliation and healing in the world." Although
our practice of worship may vary throughout the diocese, my vision is that as a diocese, collectively we act as
a beacon of God's truth and love and in bearing witness to Christ, we share in his work of reconciliation
and healing in the world.
192018 Ballot
Disciplinary Board – Clergy
Vote for one (1)
Uncontested Elections 11 The Rev. Anne Bridgers
12 The Rev. Doran Stambaugh
The Judge of Elections recommends that
the convention act by acclamation to elect Disciplinary Board – Lay
the unopposed candidates to the following Vote for one (1)
positions. 16 Mr. Daniel Crane
17 Ms. Mary Ann Eckman
Historiographer of the Diocese Diocesan Executive Council – Clergy
6 Mr. John J. Will Vote for one (1)
21 The Rev. George Calvert
Standing Committee - Clergy 22 The Rev. Janine Schenone
36 The Rev. Brenda Sol
Diocesan Executive Council – Lay
Vote for two (2)
26 Ms. Grecia Rivas
Contested Elections 27 Ms. Jan Romerdahl
28 Ms. Dawn Stary
Before texting your vote, please listen to instructions
29 Mr. David Tremaine
from the Judge of Elections.
30 Ms. Chikako Tsukado
31 Mr. Andrew Waters
Secretary of Convention
32 Ms. Jennifer Whaley
1 Mr. Darryl Peralta
2 Mr. Ruben Rodriguez
Standing Committee – Lay
Vote for one (1)
41 Mr. Pete Casalegno
42 Mr. Stephen Turnbull
43 Mr. Anthony Vanaria
20Tally Sheet
1st Ballot 2nd Ballot 3rd Ballot
Clergy Lay Clergy Lay Combined
SECRETARY OF CONVENTION
Clergy or Lay (1) Votes cast.....
Votes needed to elect.....
1 PERALTA, Darryl
2 RODRIGUEZ, Ruben
HISTORIOGRAPHER
Clergy or Lay (1) Votes cast.....
Votes needed to elect.....
6 WILL, John J.
DISCIPLINARY BOARD
Clergy (1) Votes cast.....
Votes needed to elect.....
11 BRIDGERS, Anne
12 STAMBAUGH, Doran
DISCIPLINARY BOARD
Lay (1) Votes cast.....
Votes needed to elect.....
16 CRANE, Daniel
17 ECKMAN, Mary Ann
211st Ballot 2nd Ballot 3rd Ballot
Clergy Lay Clergy Lay Combined
DIOCESAN EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
Clergy (1) Votes cast.....
Votes needed to elect.....
21 CALVERT, George
22 SCHENONE, Janine
DIOCESAN EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
Lay (2) Votes cast.....
Votes needed to elect.....
26 RIVAS, Grecia
27 ROMERDAHL, Jan
28 STARY, Dawn
29 TREMAINE, David
30 TSUKADO, Chikako
31 WATERS, Andrew
32 WHALEY, Jennifer
STANDING COMMITTEE
Clergy (1) Votes cast.....
Votes needed to elect.....
36 SOL, Brenda
STANDING COMMITTEE
Lay (1) Votes cast.....
Votes needed to elect.....
41 CASALEGNO, Pete
42 TURNBULL, Stephen
43 VANARIA, Anthony
22Treasurer’s Report
I first want to express my deep gratitude for the help and guidance that our former treasurer has provided
during the transition period. Julie Young has been a source of inspiration and support for me as I’ve been
learning the many things that she has so capably handled in the past. She has always been responsive to my
endless questions. I’m grateful for her guidance and patience.
The mission shift funds that were discussed in last year’s treasurer’s report to convention were concluded in
2017. The 2018 budget was approved for $2,500,985 at the last convention, and this total included the
activities and personnel that were funded through the mission shift. The projections as of August 31, 2018
indicate that the year will end with a positive budget variance for operations of $33,361. The 2018
projected actuals are included in the budget tables shown on the pages that follow.
The sources of funds projected for yearend 2018 are $2,469,151, or $31,834 below budgeted levels. This is
due primarily to lower donations made to the bishop’s appeal. The finance and development committees
have met regarding this shortfall and several strategies have been suggested to help remedy this for 2019.
The common life share, which represents the largest source of funds, is in line with projections.
Congregations are timely in making their CLS payments, and we have rarely seen shortfalls in this area
during 2018. Through the CLS+ donations, we have been able to supplement the funds allocated to certain
mission areas in the 2018 budget, thereby enabling us to have an even greater impact in our communities.
The actual amount under program ministry fees and donations exceeds the budget by $16,397 due largely
to the start-up of the North County showers of blessing. This is a new program for which we received funds
that have mostly been spent through the purchase of a shower trailer and truck.
Uses of funds are projected to be lower than the budget by $65,195. We anticipate a savings of $41,757
due to an open position in the office of the bishop that was not filled. We expect some of the transition
costs for the new bishop to be less than originally budgeted as well. There were cost savings in the area of
multicultural ministries because we hired a Latino missioner in March 2018 instead of January. The area of
clergy support is less than the budget level by $31,189. This seemingly high variance, though, does not take
into account the annual clergy conference held in September. The expenses for this event were not
included in the actual figures, but neither were the revenues, and they almost covered the entire cost. Thus,
the conference was at a break-even. One of the principal areas in which we are over-budget is Episcopal
Church Center operations. It appears that we did not allocate enough money in this area in the 2018
budget; all expenses have been reviewed and are normal. We anticipate that we will not need to spend as
much in the contingency account as originally budgeted.
The last year to be audited was 2017. The 2017 audited financial statements show $18.0 million of assets,
$456 thousand of liabilities and $17.5 million of net assets. The link to our audited 2017 statements can
be found at www.edsd.org/governance.
Respectfully submitted,
The Rev. Kirby M. Smith
Treasurer
232019 Budget Summary
2425
26
27
2019 Proposed Budget
2829
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Special Rules of Order
for the Election of the Fifth Bishop of San Diego
Special Electing Convention February 2, 2019
Episcopal Diocese of San Diego
1. These Special Rules of Order for the Election of the 5th Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego,
adopted pursuant to Title III.11.1(a), shall apply for the duration of the Special Electing Convention
convened for the purpose of electing the 5th Bishop of San Diego, on February 2, 2019, and continuing until
such time as the bishop has been elected, at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, in Poway, California.
Except as these Special Rules provide otherwise, the Rules of Order of Convention shall continue in full
force and effect.
2. The Special Electing Convention shall be presided over by the President of the Standing Committee, acting
as President pro tem of the Convention. The Convention shall consider nominees of the Nominating
Committee and any petition nominees pursuant to procedures for petition nominations published by the
Standing Committee; such nominees shall have been subject to appropriate background checks supervised by
the Nominating Committee and the Standing Committee; and the conclusion of the Standing Committee
that the results of those background checks have not revealed any impediments to any nominee’s election
shall be reported to Convention. Each nominee shall sign a written declaration of intent to accept office if
elected and shall have acknowledged that the essential components of the compensation package approved by
the Standing Committee and communicated to the finalists is satisfactory and acceptable. No others shall be
eligible for nomination to Convention.
3. Persons entitled to vote with respect to the election of the Bishop shall be those entitled to vote on all other
matters coming before the immediately preceding Annual Convention, either as a delegate or alternate
delegate, except that no Clergy member of Convention may vote with respect to the election of the Bishop
unless he or she shall have been physically and canonically resident in this Diocese, continuously, from and
after October 16, 2018 and until the date of the Special Convention, and entitled during that time to a seat
in Convention.
For purposes of the Special Convention, a quorum shall be calculated as two-thirds of all Clergy entitled to
vote, two-thirds of all congregations entitled to vote and two-thirds of all lay delegates entitled to vote. The
calculation of those entitled to vote shall first be reduced by those clergy who are excused by the Ecclesiastical
Authority (i.e., the Standing Committee) by reason of age, illness or for other good cause.
4. Prior to the commencement of Convention, the Transition Committee shall insure that each nominee has
been assigned a Shepherd to serve as the authorized representative of each nominee (whether a Committee
nominee or a petition nominee). The Transition Committee shall inform the President of Convention of the
representative for each nominee and shall inform the President promptly of any change in representatives. If
a nominee is a Member of Convention, he or she may vote in the election.
5. At the beginning of the election process, the President of the Convention shall present the slate of candidates
to the Convention, and that act shall constitute the placing of all names in nomination.
326. Written materials submitted by each nominee shall be provided to all members of Convention prior to
Convention, and no nominating speeches or nominee information (other than that which is distributed by
the Standing Committee) shall be permitted at Convention.
7. Following the acceptance of the slate of nominees, there shall be a First Ballot for the election of Bishop, and
successive ballots thereafter as necessary, until the Bishop is elected. The time permitted between ballots, as
well as the order of silence, prayer, music, or other activity between ballots, shall be determined by the
President of the Convention. The order in which nominees’ names appear on the ballot shall be chosen by
random drawing by the Standing Committee.
8. A nominee may withdraw from the election at any time before the election in person or by telephone, email,
or through his or her authorized representative to Convention. Any such withdrawal shall first be
communicated to the President of the Convention who may require such confirmation from the nominee as
the President deems appropriate.
9. In each ballot, the Clergy and Lay Delegates shall vote separately by Orders. A concurrent majority of those
voting in each Order shall determine the choice.
10. Immediately following the election, while Convention remains in session, the President of the Convention
shall arrange to have the bishop-elect informed of the election and shall receive that person’s acceptance
which shall then be communicated to the Convention. These communications may be accomplished by an
authorized representative of the bishop-elect.
11. Immediately following receipt of acceptance of the election, a constitutional majority of the Convention shall
affix their signatures to the testimonial required by Canon III.11.3 of the Episcopal Church, attesting to the
due and lawful election of the Fifth Bishop of San Diego.
12. It is the express intent of this Convention that any election of a nominee to be the Bishop of San Diego is
made in full, truthful and complete disclosures by that nominee to the Nominating Committee, the Standing
Committee and the Convention. If, after such election but prior to consecration, the Standing Committee
concludes that the Bishop-elect has failed in any material way to provide full, truthful and complete
disclosures, or if the Standing Committee concludes that the Bishop-elect has omitted to disclose any
material facts, then the Standing Committee may take action to rescind such election.
13. Members of Convention shall not have any conversations with members of the Press while on the floor of
Convention, either directly, through social media, text messaging, email or otherwise. The only persons
authorized to communicate with the Press regarding the actions of Convention are the President of the
Standing Committee and the Diocesan Director of Communications.
14. Members of Convention shall refrain from communicating with people outside the Convention, directly,
through social media, text messaging, email or otherwise, until the President of the Convention has made
official announcements.
15. Voting shall be conducted by electronic means. Only Members of Convention who have been issued a
unique code upon entering the Convention premises shall be allowed to vote. The Secretary of Convention
shall make voting stations available to delegates who do not have a “smart phone” that is compatible with this
procedure. All voting shall take place in the Convention venue.
16. These Special Rules shall be effective when adopted by the Standing Committee and then by majority vote of
Annual Convention. Once adopted, they may not thereafter be suspended or amended except upon motion
duly made and seconded, and approved by two-thirds of Special Convention.
33Special Reports
REPORT FROM MAP CANON TASK FORCE
Method and Purpose: Charged by Diocesan Convention to review the MAP canon and make recommendations, the
Task Force developed a set of questions and then interviewed clergy and vestry members of the six MAP
congregations. Based on those conversations, the Task Force makes the following recommendations:
1. Canonical Change:
The Task Force restricted its review to the implementation of the MAP Canon which is intended to allow for
emergency Diocesan intervention in the life of a parish when particular trigger events (named in the canon) threaten
the sustainability of the congregation. We highly recommend reviewing all the Canons of the Diocese in regard to
congregational status. In particular, the canonical definition of parish as a congregation supporting full-time clergy
sets an unrealistic standard and is actually not the current practice of the Diocese. A congregation can be no longer
in need of Diocesan intervention and yet not able to support full-time clergy. Such a congregation is in canonical
limbo—neither MAP, nor mission, nor parish. The Task Force also recommends flexibility as to time frame. Another
option, in keeping with actual practice, would be to eliminate trigger (f) regarding full-time clergy support from the
MAP Canon. The current Canon establishes a process that would be renewed or ended after three years. The Canon
is not being used in that way, and we recommend dispensing with this time frame. Once begun, the process has
continued indefinitely, or in one case, simply faded away. The Task Force recommends establishing a clear process
for returning to parish status to be set into the Canon. We recommend that Canon never be used as a means for
closing congregations, understanding that the process for closing a congregation is set out elsewhere in the Canons.
The Canon is meant to be a means for restoring congregations to health and should have no other purpose. We also
recommend changing the Canon details to be in line with our recommended 4-stage process and our emphasis on the
MAP team. These recommendations are based on actual experience with the MAP Canon and describe what has
worked. Finally, we recommend changing the term “Mission Action Parish” or MAP. It is easily confused with
“Mission Aided Parish” and does not describe the assistance provided to a congregation when the Canon is invoked.
Our suggestions include: PAP=Parish Action Plan, DAP= Diocesan Action Plan, DIP= Diocese Intervention Plan,
PIP= Parish Intervention Plan, IGP=Interim Guidance Parish.
In conclusion, we wish to emphasis the positive impact the Canon has had in the life of congregations. We offer the
following recommendations for better implementation:
2. Implementation:
Diocesan intervention is never an easy thing, but the Task Force has identified many practices that, if followed, would
create the best possible outcome and experience for the MAP team and the congregation.
• The Task Force envisions a four-stage process: 1) Pre-MAP evaluation; 2) Initial intense phase when goals are
set, immediate issues resolved, and MAP team meets regularly with parish leaders; 3) Functional phase when
MAP team is less present as parish leadership assumes greater autonomy; and 4) A review phase as MAP
status concludes.
• When a triggering event is identified, appropriate Diocesan personnel should engage in a “pre-MAP”
evaluation. This would consist of a phone call to clergy, meeting with clergy and vestry, and a written report
to be shared with the vestry and Standing Committee. This report might recommend MAP status, or some
lesser intervention such as monitoring, leadership training, or other alternatives. It would note items that
require immediate attention.
34• If MAP status is recommended, the reasons for this recommendation will be laid out clearly in writing to be
shared with the vestry, the parish clergy, the Office of the Bishop, the Standing Committee, and, ultimately
the MAP team.
• The MAP team will work with the vestry and parish clergy to create a plan. This plan will identify immediate
priorities and longer term goals for the overall health of the congregation. The process should be targeted to
be completed in three years, recognizing that it make take longer, but noting that MAP status is meant to be
temporary.
• The plan will be concrete and measurable. It may include instruments such as the CAT survey. It will go
beyond the triggering issue(s) to create a comprehensive picture of congregational health. The plan’s
intention is never punitive, but to point the way to a healthy future.
• All communication about the congregation from the MAP team should be shared with the vestry, parish
clergy, Diocesan authorities, and the MAP team. All parties should always be on the same page. Clergy
called to a congregation that is in MAP status should receive copies of all previous communication about the
MAP process.
• Clergy and lay leadership from MAP congregations may find it helpful to gather periodically for mutual
support .
3. The MAP Team
• MAP team members should be chosen with an eye to the particular skills needed by the congregation. In
anticipation of possible assignments, the bishop and Standing Committee should identify people who can
serve as resources when the need arises.
• The MAP team should have a written charge, outlining the triggering issue and other concerns in the life of
the congregation.
• The MAP team must see itself as a resource for helping to restore a congregation to health. The team must
be trained to work with sensitivity in a future-oriented, nonjudgmental way.
• Responsibility for the congregation’s life belongs to the vestry and clergy of the congregation. It must not be
taken from them by the MAP team.
• The MAP team remains involved with the congregation’s leadership for the entire MAP process. Initially the
team will attend all vestry meetings, but as progress is made, the team’s presence will be reduced. Still,
regular communication and review—at least once a year—will be essential through the whole process.
4. Restoration to Parish Status
The current Canon has no process for concluding the MAP process and restoring a congregation to parish status.
The Task Force strongly believes that completion of the plan set out at the beginning of the MAP process should
serve as the only standard for completing the MAP process. With a written report and plan, the goals for a particular
congregation should be clear, which means success is easily recognized. Since success is defined by the particular
issues of a particular congregation, no one test or standard will apply in all cases. In general, at the end of the MAP
process a congregation will be equipped to take complete responsibility for the future of its life and ministries.
The vestry should take the initiative to request to be restored to parish status by writing a letter to the Standing
Committee and Bishop outlining the reasons for a change in status. The MAP plan will have defined the markers
which determine success. Final decision for restoration to parish status or renewing the MAP status rests with the
Bishop, in consultation with the Standing Committee. Any other changes in the status of a congregation are outside
the purposes of this Canon.
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