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Keynote SpeakerThe Rt. Rev. Dean Wolfe
Bishop of the Diocese of Kansas |
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The Right Reverend Dean Wolfe is the 9th Bishop of the Diocese of Kansas.
During his episcopacy, he has placed an emphasis on reconciliation, building pastoral relationships, and encouraging congregations to make creative use of their resources.
Bishop Wolfe also serves as Vice President of the House of Bishops.
Bishop Wolfe will offer insights during the keynote address on Friday evening into moving forward as church For a Time Like This. He will also be part of the Clergy Day and the Pre-Convention Workshop, Responding to a Time like This.
During his episcopacy, he has placed an emphasis on reconciliation, building pastoral relationships, and encouraging congregations to make creative use of their resources.
Bishop Wolfe also serves as Vice President of the House of Bishops.
Bishop Wolfe will offer insights during the keynote address on Friday evening into moving forward as church For a Time Like This. He will also be part of the Clergy Day and the Pre-Convention Workshop, Responding to a Time like This.
Special Guest
The Rt. Rev. Nigel Peyton
Bishop of the Diocese of Brechin
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The Right Reverend Dr. Nigel Peyton is the 54th Bishop of the Diocese of Brechin in the Scottish Episcopal Church.
Bishop Peyton's doctoral research at Lancaster University focused on the enduring vocational commitment of contremporary Church of England parish clergy, engaging practical theology with the social sciences and critical management insights.
Bishop Peyton met with diocesan clergy at the Clergy Day to discuss the topic of Enduring Ministries. He also helped present the Pre-Convention Workshop, Responding to a Time like This, and preached at Evensong on Friday afternoon.
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2012 Election Results
Standing Committee
| Cleric: Anne Williams St. Mark's Church, Anamosa |
Lay Person: Maggie Tinsman St. Peter's Church, Bettendorf |
Board of Directors - At-Large
| Cleric: John Horn Trinity Cathedral, Davenport |
Lay Person: Jenna Guy St. Timothy's Church, West Des Moines |
Board of Directors - Chapter Representatives
| East Chapter - Cleric: Brian McVey St. Alban's Church, Davenport Sioux City Chapter - Cleric: Patricia Johnson St. Thomas Church & The Micah Project, Sioux City |
North Cedar Valley Chapter - Lay Person: Jessie Hoffman St Luke's Church, Cedar Falls Southeast Chapter - Lay Person: Suzanne Messer St. John's Church, Keokuk |
The Disciplinary Board
| Clergy: Sean Burke St. James' Church, Independence Jean McCarthy St. Mark's Church, Des Moines |
Lay Persons: Kris Leaman St. John's Church, Mason City Kay-Kay Saunders St. Timothy's Church, West Des Moines |
Action on 2012 Resolutions
Consent
160-A: ADOPTED
160-B: ADOPTED
160-C: ADOPTED
160-F: ADOPTED
160-G: ADOPTED
160-H: ADOPTED
Debate
160-D: ADOPTED AS AMENDED
160-E: ADOPTED
160-I: ADOPTED
160-J: ADOPTED
160-K: ADOPTED
160-L: ADOPTED
160-M: ADOPTED AS AMENDED
160-N: ADOPTED
Resolution 160-A
Establish the Church as the Moral Voice of Health Care
Establish the Church as the Moral Voice of Health Care
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Iowa urges every member of the Episcopal Church in Iowa to make a moral commitment to health care for all by supporting health care reform in the United States; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that each congregation educates its membership and the wider community about health care reform.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Iowa acknowledges that we live in a society where there exists “a pipeline from school to prison,” a devastating process that undermines the hope of children and young people in their communities and replaces that hope with a belief that incarceration is not only inevitable, but is a laudable Rite of Passage worthy of pursuit that will give them status in their communities; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Annual Convention believes that the Episcopal Church can promote an alternative vision necessary to transform these unjust structures of society; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that local leaders work with the offices of Black Ministries and Domestic Poverty and Jubilee at the Episcopal Church Center to find ways of empowering these communities in their local areas to turn the Pipeline to Prison into a Pipeline to the Kingdom.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Annual Convention believes that the Episcopal Church can promote an alternative vision necessary to transform these unjust structures of society; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that local leaders work with the offices of Black Ministries and Domestic Poverty and Jubilee at the Episcopal Church Center to find ways of empowering these communities in their local areas to turn the Pipeline to Prison into a Pipeline to the Kingdom.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Iowa support Resolution A096 - Reduce Barriers to participation in Church Leadership and Governance adopted by the 77th General Convention, by exploring creative ways to reduce such barriers, which may include time away from home or employment, or the need to care for family members.
Resolution 160-D
Environmental Justice
Environmental Justice
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Iowa call on congregations in the diocese to stand in solidarity with those communities who bear the greatest burdens of global climate change—indigenous peoples, subsistence communities, communities of color; and persons living in deprivation around the world; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa call on congregations to support policies that provide tangible benefits to overburdened communities experiencing the impacts of climate change in their communities; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa call on congregations to work for just transformation of the world’s energy beyond and away from fossil fuels and toward safe, sustainable, renewable, community controlled energy, and that fossil fuel workers and their families be supported during the transitions to a “post carbon” society; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa call on congregations to resist the development and expansion of ever more unconventional, dangerous, and environmentally destructive sources of fossil fuel and move toward conversion to more sustainable sources; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa call on congregations to support the implementation of grassroots, community-based solutions to climate change, including adaptation to improve local resilience, to build local food sovereignty, to support ecological restoration and economic relocalization; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that to prevent the limited resource of fresh water from becoming the ‘oil’ of the 21st century, the Diocese of Iowa callS on congregations in Iowa to become more involved in water conservation strategies to protect fresh water resources, and encourage legislation to further protect access to fresh water as a human right.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Iowa urge the United States government to enact stricter controls on the use of carbon-based fuels, and create incentives for our nation’s transitions from dependence upon fossil fuels to safe, clean, renewable energy and thereby curb emissions of heat-trapping gasses into the atmosphere; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this convention encourage every member of the Episcopal Church to urge his/her members of Congress to enact such legislation.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Iowa accept the request from the General Convention 2012 Resolution B019 to advocate for an end to the conflict in Palestine/Israel and support for the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem and other Christian communities of the Holy Land; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa engage actively in the discipline of advocacy, education and prayer for peace between Israelis and Palestinians as well as the provision of humanitarian aid that promotes peace and reconciliation; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that congregations in the Diocese of Iowa seek to engage with local Jewish and Muslim congregations (when such exist in the local community) to study peace with justice in the Middle East; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Episcopalians give priority to investment in the institutions of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem which provide healthcare, education and social services without discrimination on the basis of religion, political ideology, gender, socioeconomic standing, or national identity; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the work of the American Friends of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem and the Good Friday Offering be commended to all Episcopalians as faithful vehicles for providing economic and other support to the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem and its institutions.
Resolution 160-G
The Five Marks of Mission
The Five Marks of Mission
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa reaffirm our commitment to the Five Marks of Mission developed by the Anglican Consultative Council between 1984 and 1990. The Five Marks of Mission have been embraced by Anglicans globally as a means to guide our work on earth to further God’s mission.
The Marks are:
To proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom
To teach, baptize and nurture new believers
To respond to human need by loving service
To seek to transform unjust structures of society
To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth.
To teach, baptize and nurture new believers
To respond to human need by loving service
To seek to transform unjust structures of society
To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 160th Convention adopt the Five Marks of Mission as our budgeting framework for our 2013-2015 budgets, in alignment and affirmation of the action of the 77th General Convention of the Episcopal Church.
Resolution 160-H
Church-wide Response to Bullying
Church-wide Response to Bullying
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Iowa act upon the 77th General Convention’s call for a “Church-wide Response” to the epidemic of bullying, particularly of those perceived as “different” by virtue of economic, ethnic, racial or physical characteristics, religious status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa strongly encourage partnerships among congregations, dioceses, campus ministries, public schools, counseling centers, and governmental organizations to support and offer preventative programs addressing bullying, harassment, and related violence; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that these partnerships be encouraged to create or join with existing programs designed to recognize and prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation in our church settings which:
- utilize positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate materials
- raise participants’ awareness about the issue
- focus on prevention
- seek to change bystander behavior into ally behavior
- create partnerships between youth and adults
- provide intervention and treatment for those who exhibit bullying behavior.
- raise participants’ awareness about the issue
- focus on prevention
- seek to change bystander behavior into ally behavior
- create partnerships between youth and adults
- provide intervention and treatment for those who exhibit bullying behavior.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Iowa support Resolution D067–DREAM Act adopted by the 77th General Convention, urging Congress to pass federal legislation that presents a pathway to citizenship for undocumented youth and young adults; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that members of congregations in the Diocese of Iowa encourage their congressional representatives to support the provision of scholarships to eligible undocumented youth and young adults, that they may have access to higher education; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that congregations be encouraged to seek out or solicit private donations to fund scholarships for undocumented young adults; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that congregations encourage eligible undocumented youth to apply for such scholarships.
Resolution 160-J
Fighting Human Trafficking
Fighting Human Trafficking
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Iowa concur with Resolution D042 adopted by the 77th General Convention, and re-commit to protecting victims of human trafficking, particularly women and children, by continuing to support legislation and action oriented to recovery and reintegration of trafficking victims into society; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa commends the work of Anglican Women’s Empowerment and the Executive Council Committee on the Status of Women in addressing human trafficking as a national and international priority and recommends all dioceses utilize the resourced of these two organizations to provide education on this insidious form of modern day slavery; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa urges Province VI to appoint a person who will coordinate with the Commission on the Status of Women or another appropriate committee of the Executive Council to allow sharing of additional vital resources on human trafficking; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that we encourage Province VI to begin a dialogue with at least one other province to recognize how both domestic and international trafficking affects the peoples of their provinces.
Sec. 1. Four Clerical and four Lay Deputies from this Diocese to the General Convention, and four Clerical and Four Lay Alternate Deputies, all having the necessary qualifications of Deputies to General Convention, shall be elected by ballot by Orders at the Annual Convention next preceding the regular meeting of the General Convention, and shall continue in office until deputies are elected to the next regular General Convention or unless changed under Section 2 and 3 of this Canon. The Clerical Deputies and Alternates shall be clergy canonically connected with the Diocese, and also entitled to seats in the Diocesan Convention which elects them; and the Lay Deputies and Alternates shall be confirmed adult communicants of this Church in good standing in this Diocese. The Deputies and Alternates shall be reported to the Secretary of the General Convention in the separate orders in the sequence that each of the individuals satisfied the criteria for election. The first four in each Order satisfying the criteria will be Deputies and the second four in each Order shall be Alternate Deputies.
Sec. 2. If any one of the Deputies, before the meeting of the General Convention, should be unable to attend, such deputy shall at once notify the Bishop, or, if there be no Bishop, the Standing Committee; and it shall be the duty of the Bishop or of the Standing Committee, if it be called upon to act, to appoint one of the Alternate Deputies to supply the vacancy so created.
Sec. 3. In case of a vacancy created by the death of a Deputy or by removal from the Diocese, the vacancy shall be filled as provided for in Section 2.
Sec. 4. In the event of the failure of the Diocesan Convention to elect a full delegation, or in the event of a full delegation not appearing in the General Convention, or in the event of a Deputy withdrawing from the General Convention, the Deputies in attendance, with the consent of the Bishop, if present, shall name the Alternate Deputy or Deputies who shall supply the vacancy. Or, if there be not enough Alternate Deputies present or procurable for this purpose, substitutes may then be appointed in the same manner from any other eligible persons who may be present.
Sec. 1. The Clerical and Lay Deputies elected as provided in Canon 5 shall be the Deputies to Provincial Synod for the same period of time they hold the office of Deputy to General Convention.
Sec. 2. At the Annual Convention next preceding the regular meeting of the General Convention, the Annual Convention shall elect one member to serve on the Provincial Council from January 1 following the election for a three year term. The Order of the person elected and the number of terms allowed shall be in accordance with the appropriate Provincial Ordinance.
Resolution 160-M
On Nashotah House
On Nashotah House
BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution XXI from the 139th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Iowa, which discouraged the bishop and congregations from sending students and support to Nashotah House, be repealed.
BE IT RESOLVED, that this 160th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Iowa agrees to enter into a Companion Relationship with the Episcopal Diocese of Nzara in the Republic of South Sudan, and that this Relationship will extend for an initial period of five years, to be renewed only after evaluation by the Bishop of Iowa and the One World One Church Commission, which will present a follow-up resolution at the 165th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Iowa; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the focus of the new Companionship will be primarily on building relationships between the two Dioceses:
Through sharing of prayer lists,
Through exchange visits, especially of experts in various disciplines,
Through the appointment of a Nzara Companionship Steering Committee,
Through the development of a diocesan-wide Nzara Companions group who will covenant to pray regularly for the Companionship, engaging in direct communication with members of the Diocese of Nzara and keeping the Diocese of Iowa informed about both Nzara and the larger concerns of the Republic of South Sudan; and
Through exchange visits, especially of experts in various disciplines,
Through the appointment of a Nzara Companionship Steering Committee,
Through the development of a diocesan-wide Nzara Companions group who will covenant to pray regularly for the Companionship, engaging in direct communication with members of the Diocese of Nzara and keeping the Diocese of Iowa informed about both Nzara and the larger concerns of the Republic of South Sudan; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Diocese of Iowa may, in the future, explore the possibility of expanding this Companionship to include one or more of the current Companion partners in Brechin and Swaziland, and that funding for all projects related to the new Companionship will be agreed upon through the channels of the Bishop’s office.
Courtesy Resolutions
Courtesy Resolution for
Bishop Nigel Peyton
Bishop Nigel Peyton
WHEREAS, the Rt. Rev. Nigel Peyton, an Englishman, discovered God's call to the priesthood among the people in the Scottish Episcopal Church and served in the Diocese of Brechin during the early days of their companionship with Iowa; and
WHEREAS, he honed his pastoral craft in the inner city of Nottingham, rising to the position of Archdeacon; and
WHEREAS, his concern for healthy clergy led him to research the positive elements that provide longevity in parish priest's insights which he delivered to the benefit of Iowa clergy at this convention; and
WHEREAS, he was called back to his priestly roots to be Bishop of Brechin and to the companionship with Iowa thirty years later; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that this 160th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa give thanks to God for the presence of Anne and Nigel Peyton and rejoice in his being made Honorary Canon in St. Paul's Cathedral; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that he takes back to his Diocese our greetings in Christ and our resolved to be together more deeply in the mission of Christ.
Submitted by the Rt. Rev. Alan Scarfe
Courtesy Resolution for
The Rt. Rev. Dean Wolfe
The Rt. Rev. Dean Wolfe
WHEREAS, the Rt. Rev. Dean Wolfe, Bishop of Kansas, did kindly acknowledge the early Episcopal debt of his diocese to Iowa, and at this convention did mightily repay that debt; and
WHEREAS, we were reminded that in the midst of the technological revolution in which we live the best way is often a basic approach to complex things; and
WHEREAS, Bishop Wolfe gave instance of “why we should be Episcopalians,” including how we do take the Bible seriously but not literally, and how Episcopalians are unafraid to speak the truth in love even though we may be put in harms way, and how we believe the grace of God trumps the wrath of God; therefore
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa heartily commend Bishop Dean Wolfe for his time among us and stirring our hearts to work as Christian in Kairos time which is “pregnant with possibilities of God” for mission and asks God’s blessing before his ministry in the Diocese of Kansas.
Submitted by the Resolutions Committee
Courtesy Resolution for
Norm Olson
Norm Olson
WHEREAS, Norm Olson traveled from Kansas City to Des Moines to provide a dynamic workshop and motivating presentation for our convention; and
WHEREAS, he has given all of us seven of the steps to use in conducting successful stewardship efforts, including making stewardship a year-round focus, rather than just for a few weeks in the fall; and
WHEREAS, the clergy present at convention were very happy to hear him say that lay people should take the lead on stewardship; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that this 160th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa gives thanks to God for the ministry of Norm Olson in the Episcopal Church, and gives thanks to Norm Olson for bringing his gifts for developing stewardship into our midst.
Submitted by the Resolutions Committee
Courtesy Resolution for
The Rev. Jeremy Auld
The Rev. Jeremy Auld
WHEREAS, the Diocese of Iowa and the Diocese of Brechin, in the Episcopal Church of Scotland, have a companionship relationship; and
WHEREAS, the Provost of the Cathedral of the Diocese of Brechin, the Very Rev. Jeremy Auld, and his wife Ms. Christine Argun and sons Benedict and Nicholas have offered hospitality to members of this Diocese at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Dundee and in their home; and
WHEREAS, the Very Rev. Jeremy Auld and his family traveled to Iowa to participate in the Ministries Retreat Weekend and traveled throughout the Diocese, enduring a tornado watch and other various wonders and hardships of life in Iowa in the summer of 2012; and
WHEREAS, the Provost and other members of the Diocese of Brechin are warmly welcoming pilgrims from the Diocese of Iowa to be their guests this coming summer; and
WHEREAS, Nicholas and Benedict are still asking when they can move to Iowa, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that the 160th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Iowa expresses hearty thanks to the entire family--to Jeremy, Christine, Benedict and Nicholas--for their wholehearted participation in the life of the Diocese of Iowa and their enduring friendship that keeps hearts and minds in loving relationship.
Submitted by the Rev. Barbara Schlachter (Coordinator, Companions of Brechin)
Courtesy Resolution for
Cathedral Church of St. Paul
Cathedral Church of St. Paul
WHEREAS, the Cathedral Church of St. Paul provides holy and Episcopalian workshop space for all participants of convention, both inside and outside; and
WHEREAS, the staff and choir graciously organize the Convention Evensong and Eucharist for our prayerful worship; and
WHEREAS, the Right Rev. Nigel Peyton, Diocese of Brechin, led us in celebration and praise to God’s Glory; and
WHEREAS, the Cathedral Church of St. Paul is the cathedral of every Episcopalian in Iowa; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that this 160th Convention express it’s gratitude to every member of the Cathedral congregation, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this convention extend its appreciation to the Very Rev. Cathleen Bascom for hosting four bishops at once!
Submitted by the Resolutions Committee
Courtesy Resolution for
Julianne Allaway
Julianne Allaway
WHEREAS, Julianne Allaway was born and raised in the small northeast Iowa town of Dewars--not known for its whiskey; and
WHEREAS, she grew to personify that Iowan description of being a person who comes along in an understated way and then does remarkable things; and
WHEREAS, those remarkable things have been demonstrated chiefly as a wife and mother, they also include an Executive Assistant to four Bishops in Iowa stretching 25 years; and
WHEREAS, she knows where everybody is buried, and every secret is hidden and has seen it all before, but graciously never lets us know; and
WHEREAS, few of us outside her family know all the hours she puts in or the disasters she has averted on behalf of us all; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that this 160th Diocesan Convention of the Diocese of Iowa give thanks to God for Julianne's grace-filled presence and leadership; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that we thank her family for the gift of their beloved, and we delight in being able to acclaim as a Honorary Lay Canon of Trinity Cathedral, Davenport.
Submitted by the Rt. Rev. Alan Scarfe
Courtesy Resolution for
The Rt. Rev. Alan Scarfe
The Rt. Rev. Alan Scarfe
WHEREAS, the Right Reverend Alan Scarfe was elected Bishop of Iowa at the 150th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Iowa, on November 1, 2002; and
WHEREAS, he is now completing his 10th year of ministry among us as our chief pastor; and
WHEREAS, he has displayed gifts of vision, compassion and wisdom among us during these years, going “all in” in several ways, including his Cathedral to Cathedral Run and his Marathon performance for Waters of Hope; and
WHEREAS, he has shared his passion for the ministry of each and all in every congregation of this diocese; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that this 160th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa gives abundant thanks for his life and witness among us; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that we extend our prayers and best wishes for his continuing ministry among us, as well as for that of his beloved wife Donna.
Submitted by The Reverend Canon Kathleen S. Milligan
President of the Standing Commission, 2002
Courtesy Resolution for
Leslee Sandberg
Leslee Sandberg
WHEREAS, Leslee Sandberg has served as Iowa Diocesan Jubilee Officer for the past eleven years; and
WHEREAS, she has done so faithfully, as a knowledgeable leader with compassionate heart and open mind, an energetic networker who works diligently to life up the other, a humble servant of God, a dedicated facilitator of connections, especially with Swaziland and Haiti; and
WHEREAS, during her tenure, the number of Jubilee Ministry Centers in the Diocese of Iowa has increased from five to twelve; and
WHEREAS, she has been among us, passionately challenging and confronting us to understand the facts of poverty, injustice and illiteracy and building avenues to make a difference while embodying the Gospel message; and
WHEREAS, this servant of God retired in the fall of 2012; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that this convention offers her its affection and gratitude, wishes her every blessing as her ministry continues, and gives thanks to God for her and her abundant gifts lovingly shared.
Submitted by The Rev. Cathi Head Bencken (Trinity Muscatine; Iowa's first Jubilee Ministry Center in 1984)
and the eleven other Iowa Jubilee Ministry Centers
Courtesy Resolution for
The Rev. Bruce Blois
The Rev. Bruce Blois
WHEREAS, the Rev. Bruce Douglas Blois entered into eternal life on October 9, 2012 at the age of 70; and
WHEREAS, Bruce served several parishes in Massachusetts after studying at the General Theological Seminary, and served six years as Rector of St. John's Church, Keokuk, Iowa before retiring in 2007 when he and his wife Theresa moved to Naples, Florida; and
WHEREAS, Bruce was a friend, advisor and preacher to the congregation of St. John's; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that this 160th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa joyously gives thanks to God for the ministry of Bruce Blois among us, and extends its sympathies to his wife and extended family.
Submitted by the Resolutions Committee
Courtesy Resolution for
The Rev. Mark Pedersen
The Rev. Mark Pedersen
WHEREAS, the Rev. Mark Pedersen entered into eternal life on Friday, October 19, 2012; and
WHEREAS, Mark was ordained to the Holy Order of Deacons in Chicago on December 26, 1987 and served as a deacon there for almost 25 years, and upon returning to Iowa, served as Deacon at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Grinnell, Iowa until his death; and
WHEREAS, Mark was a wonderful and faithful servant of the congregations he served, serving with the true humility and wisdom exemplified by St. Stephen: he was a mentor and advisor to many at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Grinnell; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that this 160th Convention of the Diocese of Iowa joyously gives thanks to God for Mark's long ministry in the Episcopal Church, and extends its sympathies to Mary his wife and partner, their two sons and all the members of their extended family.
Submitted by The Rev. Kevin R. Emge (St. Paul's Church, Grinnell)
Courtesy Resolution for
The Rev. Charles M. Pope
The Rev. Charles M. Pope
WHEREAS, The Reverend Charles M. Pope, priest, has served this diocese as Canon Residentiary at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Des Moines, as Vicar of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, as Interim Priest of St. Anne's Episcopal Church in Ankeny, and most recently as Rector of St. Paul's Episcopal Church for nine years in Grinnell, Iowa; and
WHEREAS, he has done so faithfully as a healing counselor, a competent administrator, an engaging preacher, a compassionate shepherd, an able historian, and an empowering Rector; and
WHEREAS, he has been among us with wisdom and kindness, while writing and researching our history, counseling those in need, doing carpentry, visiting shut-ins and welcoming college students; and
WHEREAS, this servant of our Lord held his last service at St. Paul's on the 13th Sunday after Pentecost, August 26, 2012; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that this Convention offers him its appreciation, affection and thanks, wishes him every blessing as his ministry continues in retirement, as he uses his talents in a new profession, and gives thanks to God for the Spirit's wisdom in calling him, heaven's grace in sending him, and our Lord's teachings in guiding him.
Submitted by Gailanne Dill, Secretary of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Grinnell
Courtesy Resolution for
The Reverend Dian Ong
The Reverend Dian Ong
WHEREAS, Deacon Dian Ong extends the heart of God to all people, providing hope and help; and
WHEREAS, shortly after joining Saint Michael's, Mt. Pleasant in 1986 she assumed various lay ministries, and after discerning a call to deeper love with God, and with the guidance of Father Wayne Kamm, pursued the process necessary for diaconal ministry and was ordained Deacon in 1997; and
WHEREAS, she was thrust into the role of spiritual leader within the St. Michael's congregation following Father Kamm's retirement and met her call with faith and pastoral attention, performing not only the duties of a Deacon but also meeting the spiritual needs of the congregation and community for ten years, until again sharing ministry with a Priest-in-Residence; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that in recognition of her retirement in September 2012, this Convention honors her ministry with heartfelt appreciation for her grace-filled servanthood to a God she loves and a people she cherishes.
Submitted by the Rev. Mary Christopher,
For Each and All
Courtesy Resolution for
The Reverend Mel Schlachter
The Reverend Mel Schlachter
WHEREAS, the Reverend Mel Schlachter served as rector of Trinity Church, Iowa City for ten years; and
WHEREAS, Mel celebrates in December the 40th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood; and
WHEREAS, Mel has served faithfully on numerous diocesan committees, commissions, and as deputy to General Convention; and
WHEREAS, he has shown a passion for the gospel; for hospitality, teaching, and leading pilgrims to sacred lands; and
WHEREAS, Mel has educated Episcopalians near and far in the fine art of winemaking; and
WHEREAS, he was on September 22, 2012 given the unauthorized and bogus title of Bishop of the Diocese of Iowa City; and
WHEREAS, he retired from parish ministry on September 30, 2012; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that this 160th Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Iowa express its deep gratitude to Mel for his ministry; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that we send Mel into retirement with loving wishes for good health, good cheer, and great joy.
Submitted by The Rev. Raisin Horn, Trinity Church, Iowa City
Courtesy Resolution for
Bishop-Elect Ellinah Wamukoya
Bishop-Elect Ellinah Wamukoya
WHEREAS, the Reverend Ellinah Wamukoya was raised in Swaziland, educated in Southern Africe and the Netherlands; and
WHEREAS, she has held planning and management positions in Kenya and Swaziland; and
WHEREAS, she was ordained by Bishop Meshack Mabuza in 2005 as a priest in the Anglican Church of Swaziland; and
WHEREAS, on July 18, 2012, the Reverend Ellinah Wamukoya became the first Anglican woman in Africa to be elected Bishop; and
WHEREAS, on November 17, 2012, the Most Reverend Thabo Makgoba will consecrate her as the fifth Bishop of Swaziland; and
WHEREAS, for twenty-three years the Diocese of Iowa, Brechin, and Swaziland have worked together as companions; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED, that this 160th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Iowa extends its congratulations, prayers, and Alleluias to Bishop-elect Ellinah Wamukoya, her husband Okwaro Henry Wamukoya, their family, the Diocese of Swaziland, and the Anglican Church of Southern Africa.
Submitted by One World, One Church Commission
The 160th Annual Diocesan Convention
Our theme this year was “For a Time like This” and concluded the "One Church Many Locations" Diocesan Strategic Plan and introduced "For a Time like This ~ Being God’s Witnesses," the new Strategic Plan for 2013-2017.
Information for Delegates
This information is provided in order for delegates to be informed about the important work of the Convention. It is important that ALL DELEGATES REVIEW THIS INFORMATION prior to coming to convention. Unless you prefer to do so, it is not necessary to print copies of these reports, as they will be available in the packet delegates will receive at Registration at convention.
1. Resolutions Report
Fourteen resolutions have been submitted on time. The Resolutions Committee has created Consent and Debate calendars. The Consent Calendar shall receive no debate and simply be voted on as presented; however, resolutions may be moved from the Consent Calendar to the Debate Calendar by vote of 25 delegates of the Convention. The resolutions on the Debate Calendar will allow for discussion and questions while they are being considered.
Resolutions Hearings will be held prior to the start of convention on Friday, October 26 at 11:30 AM at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown. This is an opportunity to bring your questions and comments to members of the Resolutions Committee "off the floor" of convention.
Late resolutions may be submitted from the floor of convention, providing that each first receives a majority vote to suspend the rule (see The Rules of Order). Please be in touch with the Resolutions Committee if you anticipate submitting a late resolution.
2. Nominations Report
View Nominations Report and Biographical information (pdf)
View Addendum to Biographical information
UPDATED Oct 18 (pdf)
View Addendum to Biographical information
UPDATED Oct 18 (pdf)
Nominations have been received for Standing Committee, Directors of the Episcopal Corporation, and the Disciplinary Board and biographical information is available for these nominees. Nominations for these elected offices may also be received from the floor of convention, providing the nominee agrees.
Elections for these offices will take place on Friday afternoon, October 26. Delegates must be present at that time in order to cast their ballot.
3. Reports to the 160th Annual Convention
Please download both Part 1 and Part 2 in order to get the entire booklet
PART 1 - Reports to the 160th Annual Convention (pdf)
PART 2 - Reports to the 160th Annual Convention (pdf)
PART 1 - Reports to the 160th Annual Convention (pdf)
PART 2 - Reports to the 160th Annual Convention (pdf)
Written reports about the past year have been compiled and are available in this booklet form. The reports include the Official Acts of the Bishop, financial reports, diocesan statistics, and reports from commissions, committees, coordinators, organizations, and more. These reports will be acknowledged and accepted by convention.
4. Proposed 2013 Diocesan Budget
This budget is provided to the people of the diocese for study and comment individually or in your regional changer meetings. It will be acted on at the Convention on October 26.
The Board of Directors hopes you will study this proposed budget and give your opinions through the regional chapters or to your convention delegates.
A Budget Hearing will be held prior to the start of the Diocesan Convention on Friday, October 26 at 11:30. Representatives from the Ways & Means Committee will be available that time to talk about the budget and answer any questions you may have.
The Board of Directors hopes you will study this proposed budget and give your opinions through the regional chapters or to your convention delegates.
A Budget Hearing will be held prior to the start of the Diocesan Convention on Friday, October 26 at 11:30. Representatives from the Ways & Means Committee will be available that time to talk about the budget and answer any questions you may have.
5. New Diocesan Strategic Plan
For a Time like This ~ Being God’s Witnesses
A Plan for the Episcopal Church in Iowa for the years of our Lord 2013 to 2017
The new and future diocesan strategic plan, will be highlighted at the Convention on Friday during the Pre-Convention Workshops, and on Saturday with the theme of God's Witnesses for a Time like This and God's Witnesses for a Place like This. More information about the Strategic Plan
Future Conventions:
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(Last Convention)
The 159th Annual Convention
was held
October 28-29, 2011
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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