2021 Special Convention

At January's Diocesan Convention, Bishop Mariann called for a Special Convention on Saturday, April 17 to debate and vote on the proposed Canon for Diocesan Stewardship and Parish Vitality.

On this page, you will find important information about the Special Convention and proposed canon, including a copy of the canon itself, the report from the Advisory Committee on Diocesan Stewardship and Parish Vitality, a video about the proposed canon from the Rev. Dr. Sheila McJilton, chair of committee, and dates for listening sessions by region leading up to the Special Convention. 

Proposed Canon, Summary of Proposed Canon, & Report of Committee

• Report from the Advisory Committee on Diocesan Stewardship and Parish Vitality
• Summary of Proposed Canon on Diocesan Stewardship and Parish Vitality
• Proposed Canon on Diocesan Stewardship and Parish Vitality

Listening Sessions by Region

We will email those with voice or voice and vote at Convention and parish wardens a link for your region's listening session.

We invite all others to watch the live stream on our YouTube channel and we encourage you to refer questions about the proposed canon to your parish clergy or Convention delegates in advance of your region's session so your questions may be addressed.