Diocesan Convention 2024: All You Need to Know
Our annual Diocesan Convention is just around the corner! Bringing together clergy and lay leaders from across the diocese, Convention is a time of worship, fellowship, and important decision-making. This gathering offers an opportunity to reflect on where we’ve been, where we are, and where we are called to go as a diocese. Delegates will vote on resolutions, elect new leaders, and participate in discussions that shape our diocese. In addition to business sessions, there will be opportunities for learning, fun, and prayer.
To help you get ready, we’ve prepared everything you need to know about the upcoming Convention. Below you can review the schedule, pre-convention hearings, resolutions, nominations, and the 2025 Diocesan Budget–all the important details are available at your fingertips. Whether you’re attending in person or following along as a visitor online, these resources will keep you up to date on the work of the Diocesan Convention. Your participation is vital as we come together to reflect, discern, and plan how we can share Christ’s love courageously throughout our diocese and beyond.
Visit www.conventionedsd.org to explore all the materials and prepare for this meaningful gathering.
Where is Convention?
St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church in Palm Desert is well known to convention participants, and St. Margaret’s is happy to welcome the entire diocese once again to participate in the annual work of Convention. St. Margaret’s is located at 47535 CA-74, Palm Desert, CA 92260, and it has plenty of free parking available to its guests. When you arrive, expect to be welcomed by the Convention Registration Team outside of Meyer’s Hall, which is easily accessible from the parking lot.
When is Convention?
A Brief Schedule (Find a complete schedule with extracurricular activities here)
Friday, November 8
Optional Pre-Convention Events 9:30-12:30 AM
Registration 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM on the Meyers Patio
Organ Concert 1:30PM
Convention Business begins at 2:00 PM and includes a showing of “The Philadelphia Eleven” Alternative presentations on Mission Real Estate and Comunidad de Luz will also be available during the film.
Dinner for all attendees on the patio at 5:30 PM
Gun Safety Prayer Vigil at 7:30
Saturday, November 9
Convention Registration 8:00 am – 9:00 AM
Opening Eucharist 9:00 AM
Business of Convention 10:45 AM
Lunch 12:30 PM
Business of Convention 1:15 – 4:00 PM
The Return of the Banners!
For many years, churches proudly brought their banners to Diocesan Convention and processing during the Eucharist. While this tradition has been on hold since the pandemic, we are excited to announce “The Return of Church Banners!” We invite each church to bring its banner (and stand) to this year’s Convention. You’ll also need to have someone to carry it in procession. If you would like to bring your banner and be part of the procession, please arrive at St. Margaret’s no later than 8:30 am on Saturday morning.
Let’s celebrate our community of churches together through this meaningful display of diverse unity.
Things to Bring
Be sure to bring these necessities with you to Convention:
- Smartphone for voting (please don’t worry if you don’t have one, you will be able to vote!)
- Personal Snacks, water
New Voting System: Vpoll
This year, EDSD will be using a new voting software at Convention. Vpoll is very similar to how we have voted in the past. Delegates will be provided a PIN upon registration that they will use to enter into the voting software. A QR code will be available on the screens for delegates to scan for easy access to the voting platform. Vpoll is being used by a number of Episcopal Dioceses throughout the church, and the EDSD staff are confident this new addition will serve our diocese well. You will use your smartphone to access the voting software. If you don’t have one, do not worry. You’ll be able to use your neighbor’s phone, and one of our voting ambassadors will be available to assist you. Everyone will be able to vote!
Diocesan Budget
The Diocesan Budget has been cleared by the Budget Committee, the Finance Committee, and the Diocesan Executive Council for submission to Diocesan Convention for approval. It reflects our shared priorities, supporting ministries that advance Christ’s mission across our communities. It funds vital programs, congregational support, outreach initiatives, and diocesan operations. At this year’s convention, we’ll review and approve the budget, ensuring our resources align with the values and goals guiding our ministry together.
Nominations
Please review the individuals nominated for elected positions.
Proposed Resolutions
As we approach this year’s Diocesan Convention, you are invited to engage with the important resolutions that will guide our shared mission and ministry. Our Church’s governance relies on the voices of both clergy and laity to discern how our diocese carries out Christ’s mission in the world.
The resolutions submitted this year address gun safety, governance, and outreach, offering us opportunities to respond faithfully to our call as peacemakers. Each resolution has been prayerfully crafted by faithful individuals, and your delegation’s participation in this process ensures that we continue our journey of courageous love.
Through debate, discernment, and prayer, these resolutions will shape the future of our diocese, calling us to be responsive and bold in our mission. We encourage you to review these submissions with an open heart, trusting that Convention will guide our diocese as we further the work of justice, mercy, and love in our congregations.
There are currently six resolutions to be brought before convention. There are also three resolutions from the 81st General Convention that have been referred to dioceses for review. You can find all of these resolutions at the link.
Review the Proposed Resolutions Facing Convention
Pre-Convention Hearings
The 2024 proposed resolutions were reviewed in advance of Convention. View the recording here.
The 2024 proposed budget was reviewed in advance of Convention. View the recording here.
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