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2011 Convention Highlights
Notes from Keynote Speaker, The Rev. Richard Giles
Address to the Convention, The Rt. Rev. Alan Scarfe
Sermon at the Convention Eucharist, The Rt. Rev. Alan Scarfe
Reports to the 159th Annual Convention
2012 Approved Diocesan Budget
Election Results
Action on Resolutions
Courtesy Resolutions
2011 Convention Highlights The 159th Annual Convention offered a number of experiences. Some of the highlights were: Worship framed our work together, starting with the renewal of our baptismal vows, prayers offered during every plenary session, evening prayer, compline, the dedication of an outdoor chapel, and a powerful Convention Eucharist service.  Pre-Convention Workshops on Proclaiming Peace, Health Benefits, and Church Websites provided opportunties to expand our understanding. Our Keynote Speaker, The Rev. Richard Giles stimulated us on how shaping our liturgy and space transforms worship. Young People were represented at Convention as Youth Delegates, participants in the Youth Conference, an elementary program and nursery.  Kathleen Milligan was named as Hononrary Canon of Trinity Cathedral for 25 years of full-time service in Iowa. Glenn Rankin served his final year as Secretary of the Convention (Kathleen Milligan will attempt to fill his shoes next year). Thank you Glenn for your faithful service! Parish banners were displayed during the Convention and were part of the procession to the Cathedral Church of St. Paul on Saturday.  In his address to the Convention, Bishop Scarfe reminded us to "pitch the tent broadly"--that room for diversity exits within a common frame of prayer. .jpg) Ecumenical Guests represented our relationships with other faith groups including the ELCA, Iowa Interfaith Alliance, Church World Service, Ecumenical Ministries of Iowa, and Iowa Interfaith Power & Light. We welcomed our newest congregation, All Saints' Episcopal Church in Indianola!  Elections for Diocesan Offices were held. Resolutions were discussed and voted on. Courtesy Resolutions were offered in remembrance of people and events. Ministry Reports were shared highlighting some of our common diocesan work. We heard from the Commission on Ministry, Youth Ministry, the Lifelong Christian Formation Oversight Committee, Congregational Resoures, the Strategic Planning Task Force with Meaningful Conversation, the success of the Haiti Appeal in Iowa, the upcoming Alleluia Fund in 2012, United Thank Offering, Jubilee Ministries, about St. Anne's Roanridge Grant, the Nzara Exploratory Committee, and about our Companion Dioceses. We were generous! The Convention Eucharist offering and the UTO contributions will help support future mission and ministry. An Exhibit Hall filled with displays and items for sale provided us with ideas and resources for ministry.  |
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2011 Election Results
Standing Committee
| Cleric: Kathleen Milligan St. John's, Church, Dubuque |
Lay Person: Rebecca Dublinske Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Des Moines |
Board of Directors - At-Large
| Cleric: Ron Osborne Retired; All Saints', Indianola |
Lay Person: Ray Gaebler St. Timothy's Church, West Des Moines |
Board of Directors - Chapter Representatives
| Metro Chapter - Cleric: John Doherty Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Des Moines Three Rivers Chapter - Cleric: Alice Haugen Grace Church, Cedar Rapids |
Southwest Chapter - Lay Person: Paul Griffen All Angels’ Church, Red Oak |
The Disciplinary Board
| Clergy: Wendy Abrahamson St. John's Church, Mason City Charles Pope St. Paul's Church, Grinnell Anne Williams St. Mark's Church, Anamosa |
Lay Persons: Bruce Tinsman St. Peter's Church, Bettendorf Cynthia Danielson St. Michael's Church, Mount Pleasant |
Delegates to Provincial Synod
| Cleric: Jan "Raisin" Horn Chapliancy at University of Iowa and Trinity Church, Iowa City |
Lay Person: Tom Early St. Paul's, Church, Harlan |
Alternate Delegates to Provincial Synod
| Cleric: Cathleen Bascom Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Des Moines |
Lay Person: Leigh Hollis-Caruso St. Andrew's Church, Des Molnies |
Alternate Deputies to General Convention
| Clergy: Mel Schlachter Trinity Church, Iowa City Kathleen Milligan St. John's Church, Dubuque Sean Burke St. James' Church, Independence Netha Brada Retired, Iowa Falls |
Lay Persons: Michael Greve New Song Church, Coralville Helen Keefe St. Luke's Church, Fort Madison George Eaton St. Alban's Church, Davenport Sandra Kraschel St. John's Church, Mason City |
2011 Action on Resolutions
Resolution 159-A: Adopted
Resolution 159-B: Adopted
Resolution 159-C: Failed
Resolution 159-D: Adopted
Resolution 159-E: Adopted
Resolution 159-F: Adopted
Resolution 159-G: Adopted as amended
BE IT RESOLVED, the 159th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Iowa urge our government to help put a stop to the atrocities being committed in Abyei, Darfur, Southern Kordofan/Nuba Mountains and Blue Nile State and to see to it that all the terms of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) are ultimately carried out; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that as Christians and Episcopalians we particularly identify with the Episcopal Church of Sudan (ECS), and as Christians and human beings we stand against attacks on and persecution of people of any or no religion. We urge the U.S. and the U.N. to convey to the Government of Sudan that the atrocities being committed against the country’s people, whatever their religion, tribal affiliation, or political party, must stop; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Iowa representatives to the U.S. Congress be encouraged to support economic sanctions to pressure the Government of Sudan to end the atrocities and allow unhindered access by the International Red Cross/Red Crescent and United Nations humanitarian assistance; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that this resolution be forwarded to those representatives of the U.S. Congress, and to The Episcopal Church for consideration at its 77th General Convention.
BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution 158-B from the 158th Convention titled “Consecutive-Term Limits for Diocese of Iowa Deputies to General Convention,” amending Section 2 of Canon 5, and setting a limit on consecutive terms for Iowa Deputies, be repealed.
Canon 5.2 currently reads as follows. Passage of this resolution would remove the sentences that are struck through, sentences that had been added last year by Resolution 158-B.
Canon 5.2 currently reads as follows. Passage of this resolution would remove the sentences that are struck through, sentences that had been added last year by Resolution 158-B.
Sec. 2. Four Clergy and four members of the Laity, having the necessary qualifications of Deputies to the General Convention, as provided in Section 1, shall be elected by ballot by Orders at the Annual Diocesan Convention next preceding the regular meeting of the General Convention to serve as Provisional Deputies, and shall continue in office until the next succeeding regular meeting of the Convention. A Deputy shall be eligible for consecutive reelection to serve a maximum of three consecutive sessions of the General Convention. If elected for three consecutive General Conventions, the Deputy will not be eligible to stand for election again until at least one General Convention has passed.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa respectfully request the Bishop and Board of Directors to appoint a small Task Force on Diocesan Offices; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Task Force on Diocesan Offices study the makeup and election process of the Standing Committee, Board of Directors, Delegates and Alternates to Provincial Synod, Disciplinary Board, and Deputies and Alternates to General Convention; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Task Force on Diocesan Offices limits its study to:
1. Examine the number of members on each board or committee.
2. Examine the methods to elect members, deputies, and alternate deputies.
3. Seek, if need be, other practices and structures in other dioceses that seem efficient and representative; and,
4. Formulate recommendations which increase efficiency while maintaining broad representation, that are consistent with the Constitution and Canons of The Episcopal Church, and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Task Force on Diocesan Offices report to the 160th Convention and offer recommendations, if any, in the form of a resolution or resolutions, seeking to increase our efficiency while retaining the broadest representation in diocesan office possible.
BE IT RESOLVED that the 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa directs that the following resolution be filed with the Secretary of the General Convention for consideration by the 77th General Convention of The Episcopal Church:
Resolved, the House of Deputies or House of Bishops concurring, there shall be a Special Commission on Missional Structure and Strategy, the composition of which shall be at the discretion of the Presiding Bishop and the President of the House of Deputies and the members of which shall be appointed jointly thereby not later than thirty days following the adjournment of this 77th General Convention. The Special Commission shall be charged with presenting a plan to the Church for reforming its structures, governance, administration, and staff to facilitate this Church's faithful engagement in Christ's mission to proclaim good news to the poor, release to the captives, recovery of sight to the blind, freedom to the oppressed, and the acceptable year of the Lord (Lk. 4:18) in a way that maximizes the resources available for that mission at all levels of this Church.
Resolved, the Special Commission shall endeavor to issue its report and recommendations along with resolutions necessary to implement them, including proposed amendments to the Constitution and Canons of this Church, so that they might be considered by a special General Convention prior to the convening of the 78th General Convention in 2015, but in any event, not later than February 1, 2015.
Resolved, the General Convention requests the Joint Standing Committee on Program, Budget, and Finance to consider a budget allocation of $100,000 for the implementation of this resolution.
Resolved, the Special Commission shall endeavor to issue its report and recommendations along with resolutions necessary to implement them, including proposed amendments to the Constitution and Canons of this Church, so that they might be considered by a special General Convention prior to the convening of the 78th General Convention in 2015, but in any event, not later than February 1, 2015.
Resolved, the General Convention requests the Joint Standing Committee on Program, Budget, and Finance to consider a budget allocation of $100,000 for the implementation of this resolution.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa in convention in October of 2011 shall authorize a study of the current Diocesan funding procedures with the goal of presenting alternatives for Diocesan funding to the Ways and Means Committee by May of 2012. This committee will then recommend the two best alternatives to the 2012 Diocesan Convention for action. An emphasis must be placed on creative solutions to our current dilemma; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this study will be undertaken by a study committee to be appointed by the Diocesan Board of Directors and will consist of clergy and laity from churches of various sizes and budgets with a membership not to exceed 20 members. Bishop Scarfe shall be a voting member of this committee.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this study will be undertaken by a study committee to be appointed by the Diocesan Board of Directors and will consist of clergy and laity from churches of various sizes and budgets with a membership not to exceed 20 members. Bishop Scarfe shall be a voting member of this committee.
Adopted
Resolution 159-G
Encouraging General Convention 2012 also to Condemn the Enslavement of Adult Males
Resolution 159-G
Encouraging General Convention 2012 also to Condemn the Enslavement of Adult Males
BE IT RESOLVED, the 159th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Iowa request and encourage the General Convention 2012 to include in its recommendation to its member dioceses to bring to the attention of their respective members the domestic and international problem of trafficking in adult males; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the 159th Convention encourages the General Convention to continue its call upon all members of the church to support non-violent efforts to stop human slavery, to protect the victims of slavery, and to prosecute to the fullest extent of the law perpetrators of this injustice; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the 159th Convention asks the General Convention to encourage members and various organizations of the church to use all social media, the internet, and other traditional and non-traditional resources to help educate the public with respect to this injustice.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the 159th Convention encourages the General Convention to continue its call upon all members of the church to support non-violent efforts to stop human slavery, to protect the victims of slavery, and to prosecute to the fullest extent of the law perpetrators of this injustice; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the 159th Convention asks the General Convention to encourage members and various organizations of the church to use all social media, the internet, and other traditional and non-traditional resources to help educate the public with respect to this injustice.
Courtesy Resolutions
Courtesy Resolution for
The Rev. Anne Baker
The Rev. Anne Baker
WHEREAS, The Rev. Anne Wagner Baker entered into eternal life on November 10, 2010 at the age of 89; and
WHEREAS, Anne was one of the first women priests in this diocese, serving Trinity Church, Iowa City and as Episcopal Chaplain to University of Iowa Hospitals from 1978 to 1989, and then serving four congregations in Texas and Arizona for more than 15 years beyond her formal retirement; and
WHEREAS, Anne was much admired and beloved by colleagues and parishioners for her gifts as a teacher, mentor, preacher, and pastoral care giver, and was an advisor and role model for many women aspiring to ordained ministry;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that this 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa joyously gives thanks to God for Anne’s ministries among us, and extends its sympathies to her four children, her brother, and all of the members of her extended family.
Submitted by The Rev. John B. Harper
Courtesy Resolution
for the Right Reverend Walter Cameron Righter
for the Right Reverend Walter Cameron Righter
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2011 Walter Cameron Righter, Seventh Bishop of Iowa, died peacefully at his home in Pennsylvania after a long illness; and
WHEREAS, Bishop Righter faithfully served as Chief Pastor of the Diocese of Iowa from January 12, 1972 until December 31,1988 after a distinguished career as a parish priest in Pennsylvania and New Hampshire; and
WHEREAS, his commitment to equality and justice – demonstrated in his early support for the ordination of women to priesthood and episcopate and for the full inclusion of gay and lesbian persons in the life and ministry of The Episcopal Church -- was formed by his exposure to such 20th century prophets as Jonathan Daniels and Desmond Tutu; and
WHEREAS, he challenged the Diocese of Iowa, even in the midst of the farm crisis of the 1980’s, to look beyond itself in a visionary capital funds program called “Responding in Mission and Ministry,” providing funding for social justice projects in Africa and across the diocese; and
WHEREAS, Walter led the diocese to establish Companion Diocese relationships with the Dioceses of Brechin in Scotland and Swaziland in Southern Africa which continue until the present day;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that this 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa gives thanks for the long and fruitful ministry of its Seventh Bishop and extends sympathy and condolences to his wife, Nancy, brother Richard, and the four children Walter and Nancy shared – Richard, Becky, David and Katharine, and to their four treasured grandchildren.
Submitted by
The Right Reverend C. Christopher Epting
Eighth Bishop of Iowa
Courtesy Resolution honoring
the Reverend Doctor Sharon Mahood
the Reverend Doctor Sharon Mahood
WHEREAS, The Reverend Doctor Sharon Mahood, Priest, has served this diocese as an Assistant at St. Paul's Pre-Cathedral in Des Moines; as Rector of St. Peter's, Bettendorf; as a member of the Diocesan Staff; and most recently as Rector of St. Andrew's Des Moines; and
WHEREAS, she has done so faithfully, as a compassionate pastor, an able leader, an eloquent preacher, a learned teacher, a competent administrator; and
WHEREAS, she has been among us with humor and grace, while gardening seriously, learning of home repair, and minding a big black dog; and
WHEREAS, this servant of our Lord retires the 16th Sunday after Pentecost, October 9, 2011;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, this convention offers her its appreciation, affection and thanks, wishes her every blessing as her ministry continues in retirement, and gives thanks to God for the Spirit's wisdom in calling her, heaven's grace in sending her, and our Lord's teachings in guiding her.
Submitted by The Rev’ds Peggy Harris, and Ronald Osborne
Courtesy Resolution
for the Rev. Glenn Rankin
for the Rev. Glenn Rankin
WHEREAS the Rev. Glenn Rankin began serving as Assistant Secretary of Convention in 1981, and subsequently as Secretary of Convention; and
WHEREAS over the last thirty years he has faithfully recorded all that has transpired , strained to recognize who had made and seconded motions, and tried to keep three bishops from turning to the right hand or to the left; and
WHEREAS he chaired the 149th Convention in 2001, and appeared relieved to resume his duties as Secretary the following year;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa gives thanks to God for the long and faithful service of Glenn Rankin, wishes him well as he retires as Secretary, and prays that someone with equal calmness and humor may be found to take over his work.
Submitted by the Rev. John Horn
Chair, Resolutions Committee
Courtesy Resolution
The Rev. Kathleen Milligan
The Rev. Kathleen Milligan
WHEREAS, the Reverend Kathleen Milligan has faithfully served this diocese as a priest at Trinity Church, Emmetsburg and St. Thomas Church, Algona for ten years; St. Alban’s Church, Davenport for twelve years; and St. John’s, Dubuque for the last five years; and
WHEREAS she has served as an instructor for E-Seminary and the annual Summer Ministries School & Retreat; as a reader for General Ordination Exams and currently as a mentor for EFM; and
WHEREAS, she has served on the Commission on Ministry, the Ways and Means Committee, the Standing Committee, the Board of Directors, the Nzara Discernment Committee, and just about every other committee and commission in the Diocese of Iowa; and
WHEREAS, she is the first woman to be named an Honorary Canon of Trinity Cathedral, Davenport;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa thank her for her service to Christ and continue to wish her God’s blessing as she faithfully serves the church.
Submitted by the Rev. Kent Anderson
WHEREAS she has served as an instructor for E-Seminary and the annual Summer Ministries School & Retreat; as a reader for General Ordination Exams and currently as a mentor for EFM; and
WHEREAS, she has served on the Commission on Ministry, the Ways and Means Committee, the Standing Committee, the Board of Directors, the Nzara Discernment Committee, and just about every other committee and commission in the Diocese of Iowa; and
WHEREAS, she is the first woman to be named an Honorary Canon of Trinity Cathedral, Davenport;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa thank her for her service to Christ and continue to wish her God’s blessing as she faithfully serves the church.
Submitted by the Rev. Kent Anderson
Courtesy Resolution for
The Rt. Rev. Alan Scarfe
The Rt. Rev. Alan Scarfe
WHEREAS, The Rt. Rev. Alan Scarfe left Iowa for sabbatical last December, spent months in prayer, reflection, writing, and hearing stories of the Church that both suffers and thrives, and gained insight about social issues; and
WHEREAS, he brought Jesus Christ's message and unconditional love to people in Britain, South Africa, and Swaziland through his preaching, teaching, ministry development, and pastoral visits; and
WHEREAS, he assured us that we Iowans remained at the heart of his sojourn; and he returned to us renewed and energized to implement new ideas, but was stalled by an unexpected sabbatical of recuperation;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa give thanks to God that Bishop Scarfe walks among us, and has returned to ministry and leadership in body, mind and spirit, for he is the heart of our diocese, a heart that beats for "mission, mission, mission.”
Submitted by:
Resolutions Committee, Diocese of Iowa
Courtesy Resolution
Celebrating the Republic of South Sudan Statehood
Celebrating the Republic of South Sudan Statehood
WHEREAS, on January 1, 1956 Sudan was declared independent from the Anglo-Egyptian Condominium beginning their long road to independence; and
WHEREAS, over the following 55 years too many agreements were dishonored, over two million people killed, hundreds of thousands displaced; dreams shattered; and
WHEREAS, on July 9, 2011, following a January, 2011 referendum in which 98% of the people of the South and the worldwide Sudanese diaspora voted for independence from the North, Africa gave birth to her newest country, the Republic of South Sudan (ROSS); and
WHEREAS, thousands of Sudanese refugees from many tribes have made their home in Iowa and other states to enrich us with their presence, their hope and their strength for which we are grateful;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this 159th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Iowa congratulate South Sudan and extend our prayers for their future.
Submitted by:
One World, One Church
WHEREAS, over the following 55 years too many agreements were dishonored, over two million people killed, hundreds of thousands displaced; dreams shattered; and
WHEREAS, on July 9, 2011, following a January, 2011 referendum in which 98% of the people of the South and the worldwide Sudanese diaspora voted for independence from the North, Africa gave birth to her newest country, the Republic of South Sudan (ROSS); and
WHEREAS, thousands of Sudanese refugees from many tribes have made their home in Iowa and other states to enrich us with their presence, their hope and their strength for which we are grateful;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this 159th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Iowa congratulate South Sudan and extend our prayers for their future.
Submitted by:
One World, One Church
Courtesy Resolution
The Rt. Rev. Nigel Peyton
The Rt. Rev. Nigel Peyton
WHEREAS the Rt. Rev. Nigel Peyton was consecrated and installed on October 8, 2011 as the 50th Bishop of the Diocese of Brechin; and
WHEREAS the Diocese of Brechin is in a companion relationship with the Diocese of Iowa and the Diocese of Swaziland; theref
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa in its Diocesan Convention held October 28 and 29, 2011 sends its heartfelt congratulations and its assurance of prayers for the ministry of the Rt. Rev. Nigel Peyton; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa looks forward to a continuing and growing relationship with the Diocese of Brechin.
Submitted by The Rev. Barbara Schlachter
Coordinator, Brechin Companions of the Diocese of Iowa
WHEREAS the Diocese of Brechin is in a companion relationship with the Diocese of Iowa and the Diocese of Swaziland; theref
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa in its Diocesan Convention held October 28 and 29, 2011 sends its heartfelt congratulations and its assurance of prayers for the ministry of the Rt. Rev. Nigel Peyton; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa looks forward to a continuing and growing relationship with the Diocese of Brechin.
Submitted by The Rev. Barbara Schlachter
Coordinator, Brechin Companions of the Diocese of Iowa
Courtesy Resolution
The Rev. Richard Giles
The Rev. Richard Giles
WHEREAS, the Rev. Richard Giles crossed the Atlantic Ocean, traveling from his wife and from England, risking to be among us; and
WHEREAS, Richard reminded us that our glorious history continues today as one of holding Anglican identity, worship, and evangelism; calling us to discern who we are, what we look like, and how we prepare the ground for future generations of faith; and
WHEREAS, Richard challenged us to create transformative worship and sacred liturgical space; and
WHEREAS, the Rev. Giles called us to be a people of God, the icon of Christ, in forming the face of Jesus Christ alive today, among us each time we gather for worship; and
WHEREAS, he teaches us that the words of Jesus “come and see” can become our definition of evangelism;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that with deep appreciation, this 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa offers its profound thankfulness for the presence of the Rev. Richard Giles among us as a faithful prophet and teacher, worship designer, and reflective mirror of us all.
Submitted by the Resolutions Committee
WHEREAS, Richard reminded us that our glorious history continues today as one of holding Anglican identity, worship, and evangelism; calling us to discern who we are, what we look like, and how we prepare the ground for future generations of faith; and
WHEREAS, Richard challenged us to create transformative worship and sacred liturgical space; and
WHEREAS, the Rev. Giles called us to be a people of God, the icon of Christ, in forming the face of Jesus Christ alive today, among us each time we gather for worship; and
WHEREAS, he teaches us that the words of Jesus “come and see” can become our definition of evangelism;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that with deep appreciation, this 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa offers its profound thankfulness for the presence of the Rev. Richard Giles among us as a faithful prophet and teacher, worship designer, and reflective mirror of us all.
Submitted by the Resolutions Committee
Courtesy Resolution
for Hovey Tinsman
for Hovey Tinsman
WHEREAS, Hovey Tinsman, at the request of Bishop Gordon Smith, left Trinity Cathedral and ventured into the corn fields of Bettendorf to found St. Peter’s; and
WHEREAS, he was a beloved leader at St. Peter’s for the next forty-eight years; and
WHEREAS, Hovey served the Diocese of Iowa over many years by leading men’s Cursillo weekends, and as a member of the Bishop’s Advisory Group on Stewardship, the Commission on Clergy Wellness, and the Commission on Stewardship and Planned Giving; and
WHEREAS, Hovey tended hearth and home so his wife Maggie could represent the Diocese of Iowa as a Deputy to the General Convention of The Episcopal Church;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa give thanks for the life of Hovey Tinsman, for the gifts he shared and for his presence among us over the years.
Submitted by St. Peter’s, Bettendorf
Courtesy Resolution
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
WHEREAS, the Cathedral Church of St. Paul has, as in years past, embraced the delegates and guests of the 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa, in a joyous celebration of Eucharistic worship; and
WHEREAS, despite the chill, we did gather to bless and dedicate the outdoor altar for the Diocese of Iowa Chapel and its surrounding sacred space; and
WHEREAS, under the gentle nudging of the Rev. Richard Giles our worship space was re-configured to bring us a different sense of “God with us” and the ministry we all share;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this 159th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa gives thanks to God for the opportunity to gather as a worshipping family and thanks to Dean Cathleen Bascom and the people of St. Paul’s for their gracious hospitality.
Donna Scarfe
Resolutions Committee
