Diocesan Convention 2025
The 52nd meeting of Diocesan Convention in EDSD will be held November 7-8, 2025, at St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church in San Diego.
We’re gathering as a community to celebrate all we’ve accomplished and to look to the future of our work to share the good news of God in Christ with the world. While Convention is filled with moments of joy, connection, and worship, it’s also when we roll up our sleeves and do meaningful ministry together. Each year, we adopt a diocesan budget, elect leaders to roles such as the Executive Council, Standing Committee, and General Convention delegates, and vote on resolutions that shape our shared ministry.
This annual gathering is a powerful reminder of the significant impact our church has in the world. Join us to worship with friends from across the diocese, hear Bishop Susan’s Annual Address, and stay informed on key updates from diocesan leadership.
At its heart, Diocesan Convention is the official business meeting of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego—but it is also a time for fellowship, shared vision, and joyful renewal.
Housing
EDSD has not secured a block of rooms at a hotel for Diocesan Convention. If you are traveling from a distance and wish to stay near St. Dunstan’s, please arrange your own accommodations.
Diocesan Fellowship Hour
This year, following Friday’s business meeting, we will gather for a Diocesan Fellowship Hour. Look forward to a wonderful assortment of hors d’oeuvres and beverages to enjoy while gathering as a community. Diocesan Fellowship Hour will be provided to all delegates and visitors on Friday, November 7th. This is built into the fees for Convention.
Resolution Submission
Every year, the Diocesan Convention votes on Resolutions and changes to the Diocesan Canons. If you would like to submit a resolution or canonical change, please click the button below. If you have questions about submitting a resolution or canon change, please email Canon Gwynn Lynch at glynch@edsd.org.
Positions Open for Nomination
Every year, Diocesan Convention elects clergy and lay people from throughout the diocese to fill leadership positions throughout the diocese’s governance. These positions often serve at the heart of diocesan ministry. Laypersons and canonically resident clergy of the diocese are welcome to run for elected office at Diocesan Convention.
General Convention Deputation! The next General Convention of The Episcopal Church will be held in Phoenix, Arizona, in July of 2027. General Convention is the governing body of The Episcopal Church. Every three years, it meets as a bicameral legislature that includes the House of Deputies and the House of Bishops, composed of deputies and bishops from each diocese. The legislative process of the General Convention is an expression of The Episcopal Church’s belief that, under God, the Church is ordered and governed by its people: laity, deacons, priests, and bishops.
Executive Council! Executive Council is responsible for implementing the Strategic Plan of the diocese. Currently, Executive Council is working on forming new worshiping communities, crafting affordable housing initiatives, preparing a new strategic plan, and advocating for growing discipleship efforts throughout the diocese. There are also Executive Council Committees that use their significant financial knowledge to support congregations in financial planning and stewardship. The Executive Council also takes care of diocesan properties. You can see that Council makes use of a wide variety of people and their gifts. It’s a four-year term and meets virtually one Saturday of the month. With virtual meeting space, no matter where you reside, you can participate in Executive Council.
Standing Committee! The Standing Committee is the Bishop’s council of advice. It comprises four clergy, who are voting members of Convention, and four Lay members, who are communicants of the Church. The Standing Committee acts as the ecclesiastical authority when the bishop is absent or incapacitated. The powers, functions, and duties of the Standing Committee shall be those prescribed by the Constitution and· Canons of The Episcopal Church, and by the Constitution and Canons of this Diocese. Upon expiration of the member’s term, no person shall be eligible to serve as a member of the Standing Committee for a period of one year.
Disciplinary Board! The Disciplinary Board hears cases regarding the discipline of clergy as specified in accordance with Title IV of the Constitution and Canons of The Episcopal Church. Members are elected for staggered three-year terms and may be re-elected for multiple terms.
Secretary of Convention! The Secretary takes the minutes for Diocesan Convention, certifies Deputies to General Convention, and performs other duties as listed in the Canons of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego. The Secretary of Convention records the minutes and resolutions of the monthly Diocesan Executive Council meetings. The Secretary is elected for a one-year term and may be re-elected.
Up-to-date information, resolutions facing convention, important deadlines, the nominees for elected offices, and more will be made available on www.conventionedsd.org
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