Governance news posted Jan 22, 2012

Actions of the Standing Committee

November-December, 2011

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Governance news posted Jan 11, 2012

The State of the Diocese

The State of the Diocese:
The Diocese of Pennsylvania in 2012
The Rt. Rev. Charles E. Bennison, Jr.
The Feast of the Epiphany
January 6, 2012

If you see something, say something.
- Department of Homeland Security

Our little systems have their day;
They have their day and cease to be;
They are but broken light of thee,
And thou, O Lord, art more than they.
- Alfred Lord Tennyson

“If you see something,” blares announcement throughout high-risk areas of our airports and train stations, “say something.” What I see is that the average age of parishes in our diocese, like the Episcopal Church, portends a death tsunami in 10 to 20 years unless we make ministry to, with, and by our children and youth our “Number One” program and budget priority.

Governance news posted Jan 04, 2012

Letter from the Standing Committee

Christmas 2011

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

Friends, it is not our intention to write each month, but we are eager to share news from our December meeting:

With gratitude and anticipation, we have elected the Rev. Sherry Crompton Deets for a one year term on the Standing Committee to fill the vacancy created by the resignation last month of the Rev. Isaac Miller. The Standing Committee received the names of ten candidates, and invited each to submit a brief statement of interest. We elected Sherry from among these highly qualified applicants. If she chooses, Sherry may stand for election for a full term at our next Convention.

Governance news posted Jan 04, 2012

Diocesan Council Minutes

November 19, 2011

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Governance news posted Nov 30, 2011

Letter from the Standing Committee

Advent 2011

November 28, 2011

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

Your newly configured Standing Committee (“SC”) is eagerly embarking upon a new season. A full report of actions taken during the past year is available on the diocesan website. The minutes of our meetings are posted each month. If you have hopes or concerns you would like the SC to address please do not hesitate to be in touch with me or any other Committee member.

Governance news posted Nov 21, 2011

2011 Parochial Reports to be Mailed Week of Dec. 5th

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The 2011 Parochial Reports are currently being printed and will be shipped out the week of December 5th. Depending on the preference you indicated earlier this season (bulk vs. individual), either your office or your churches should expect to receive the packets towards the end of that week (12/5 – 12/9).

Governance news posted Nov 17, 2011

Diocesan Council Minutes

September 10, 2011

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Governance news posted Sep 14, 2011

Letter to Diocese from Clergy Salaries and Pensions

The Commission on Clergy Salaries and Pensions (CSP) will soon be sending you information about the health benefits that will be available for 2012, and their associated premiums. The details will be coming in the next several weeks so that you can plan accordingly. As chairperson of CSP, I am excited about the forthcoming changes, and I want to give you a sneak preview!

Governance news posted Sep 11, 2011

Diocesan Council Minutes

June 18, 2011

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Governance news posted Aug 04, 2011

Actions of the Standing Committee

May 18, 2011

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Governance news posted Jul 13, 2011

Diocesan Mission Planning Commission

Draft Vision & Mission Statement

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Download the Mission Planning Report

Our Vision for The Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania… A Community of Communities… Committed to Christ!

Governance news posted Jun 16, 2011

Diocesan Council Minutes

May 21, 2011

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Governance news posted May 20, 2011

Diocesan Council Minutes

March 19, 2011

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Governance news posted Apr 19, 2011

Actions of the Standing Committee

February 15, 2011

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Governance news posted Mar 14, 2011

Diocesan Council Minutes

January 15, 2011

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Governance news posted Mar 01, 2011

Actions of the Standing Committee

January 18, 2011

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Governance news posted Jan 31, 2011

Diocesan Council Meeting

January 15, 2011

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Governance news posted Jan 26, 2011

Actions of the Standing Committee

November 16, 2010

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Governance news posted Dec 13, 2010

Actions of the Standing Committee

October 19, 2010

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Governance news posted Dec 01, 2010

Diocesan Council Meeting

November 20, 2010

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Governance news posted Nov 18, 2010

Standing Committee Committed to Nurturing Health of the Diocese

Taking to heart our belief that the church is the body of Christ, in the coming year the Standing Committee will strive to nurture healthy relationships among the governing bodies and the many congregations, clergy, and people of our Diocese. Among ways we will measure “health,” we envision the following: be clear in our mutual understanding of respective roles and responsibilities with appropriate delegation and mutual support; celebrate different gifts and strengths of all in the Diocese; help one another feel safe; raise up new leaders; maintain regular communication; commit to prayer and worship together; build enough trust to begin hosting a vision for our future. Clearly, this is not the work of the Standing Committee alone. It is the ministry of all of us together as the body of Christ. Steps are already being taken among the governing bodies to gather leaders so that we may clarify our interdependencies and build support.

Governance news posted Nov 17, 2010

Diocesan Council Meeting

September 25, 2010

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Governance news posted Nov 03, 2010

Alan Lindsay Named Church Foundation Executive Director

R. Alan Lindsay, a seasoned executive experienced in banking, corporate treasury, and corporate finance, and a long-time parish and diocesan lay leader, will become the Executive Director of the Church Foundation on November 1, according to the Foundation’s Board of Trustees.

Governance news posted Oct 13, 2010

A Statement Regarding the Program Budget and the Ministries of the Diocese of Pennsylvania

October, 2010

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ: As a Diocese we are facing a financial crisis that threatens to undercut the vital ministries which define our corporate mission and identity. These are the ministries of the Program Budget and they are funded by your voluntary pledges to the Diocese. Although we have progressively reduced our expectations for this income, the actual amount pledged has continued to drop. We are now at the point where there is nothing left to cut that is not absolutely essential to our most vital ministries. Yet despite this reality we are again facing the possibility of a significant shortfall of pledges.

Governance news posted Sep 29, 2010

Staff Adjustments at Church House

September 29, 2010

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Please take note of the important update below regarding Church House responsibilities and staffing.

Chancellor Michael Rehill and Canon Paul Mottl had tendered their resignations when I returned to my office on August 16. As was announced earlier this week, Mary Kohart, now the Vice Chancellor, will succeed Mr. Rehill in November. For financial reasons, I am not replacing Canon Mottl at this time.

Governance news posted Sep 27, 2010

Mary Kohart Named Chancellor

Mary Kohart, Esq., has been named Chancellor of the Diocese of Pennsylvania to succeed Chancellor Michael F. Rehill, effective at the close of the Diocesan Convention in November, 2010. Kohart has served as Vice Chancellor since March 15, 2008.

Governance news posted Sep 23, 2010

House of Bishops issues 'theological resource,' pastoral letter on immigration

Episcopalians should respect migrants’ human dignity, differences of opinion on policies

by Mary Frances Schjonberg and Pat McCaughan

[Episcopal News Service] The House of Bishops, at the conclusion of the Sept. 16-21 meeting in Phoenix, told the Episcopal Church that the starting point for any effort towards immigration reform begins with “an obligation to advocate for every undocumented worker as already being a citizen of God’s reign on earth and one for whom Christ died.”

Governance news posted Sep 01, 2010

Actions of the Standing Committee

Mar 27 – Jul 20, 2010

• Jul 20, 2010 actions
• May 18, 2010 actions
• Role of Treasurer
• Role of Treasurer

Governance news posted Aug 30, 2010

Standing Committee and Bishop Bennison Meet

August 24, 2010

On Tuesday, August 24th, at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Standing Committee, Bishop Bennison was invited to join the meeting to hear the Treasurer’s report, a discussion of the Episcopate budget, discussion of certain pending property issues, and to give his report. Bishop Bennison and the Standing Committee also spent time discussing concerns about how to move forward.

Governance news posted Aug 10, 2010

Statement to the Diocese of Pennsylvania

Sunday, August 8, 2010

The following is the Standing Committee statement that was read at Sunday’s gathering at the Cathedral.

The Right Reverend Charles E. Bennison, Jr., has served as the Bishop Diocesan of Pennsylvania since May 16, 1998. On October 28, 2007, the National Church Title IV Review Committee issued a Presentment against him charging him with two counts of Conduct Unbecoming a Member of the Clergy under Title IV.1.1(g), and on November 3, 2007, the Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church inhibited him from all episcopal and clerical acts, thereby temporarily stripping him of Ecclesiastical Authority over the Diocese of Pennsylvania. Pursuant to the Canons of The Episcopal Church, the Standing Committee became the Ecclesiastical Authority in Bishop Bennison’s absence.

Governance news posted Aug 06, 2010

An Invitation from the Standing Committee

August 6, 2010

Dear Diocesan Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

The Standing Committee invites you to gather at our Cathedral at 4:30 p.m. this Sunday afternoon, August 8, for Evening Prayer, a time of open conversation and an opportunity to share our thoughts and feelings. We will conclude with Compline at 6:00 p.m., followed by light refreshment. Our Dean, Judith Sullivan will lead our worship and Assisting Bishop Rodney Michel will guide our conversation. The Cathedral is located at 38th and Chestnut.

Bishop Bennison will be returning on Monday, August 16. He has asked Bishop Michel to continue for a time. Initially Bishop Bennison will meet with diocesan leaders as we enter a new stage in our relationship together.

Governance news posted Aug 05, 2010

Court of Review Reverses Conviction of Bishop Bennison

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Dear Diocesan Family:

Last night, we received the decision of the Court of Review reversing the conviction of Bishop Bennison based upon the statute of limitations. The document is attached. Accordingly, the inhibition of Bishop Bennison has been dissolved, and he is free to resume his role as Bishop of Pennsylvania. This evening, the Standing Committee will be meeting with the executive leadership of Diocesan Council. We will be communicating with you after our meeting.

Governance news posted Jul 13, 2010

Diaconal Discernment Process

The Rt. Rev. Rodney Michel., Assisting Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania, in consultation with the Diocesan Office for Transition Ministry, announces the following 2010 schedule and deadlines for processing new nominees for ordination to the diaconate of The Episcopal Church.

Governance news posted Jul 07, 2010

A Letter from the Standing Committee

Dear Diocesan Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

As we await word from the Court of Review for the Trial of a Bishop, we would like to share some thoughts with you. Last week the Standing Committee sent an invitation to you to gather at the Cathedral on the Sunday afternoon following the announcement of the Court of Review.

Governance news posted Jul 02, 2010

Diocesan Council Meeting

June 12, 2010

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Bishop Michel opened the meeting with prayer at 9:07 AM. The Rev. Keith Marsh, the rector of Messiah, Gwynedd, welcomed the Council to the Church of the Messiah and introduced Jane Harrelson, Rector’s Warden. The Council thanked the parish for its hospitality.

Governance news posted Jul 01, 2010

A Message from the Standing Committee

In anticipation that The Court of Review for the Trial of a Bishop will soon issue a ruling on the appeal made by Bishop Bennison, the
Standing Committee invites you to gather at the Cathedral at 4:30 pm on the Sunday immediately following the announcement, but not Sunday, July 4.

Governance news posted Jun 19, 2010

Standing Committee Real Estate Procedures

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Available for download is a copy of the requirements and procedures for obtaining the consent of the Bishop and Standing Committee in connection with the lease, sale, mortgage or other encumbrance of Church property. Also attached are sample forms.

Governance news posted Jun 11, 2010

New Deanery Appointment

June 10, 2010

To our beloved in Christ in The Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania: I take great pleasure in announcing the appointment of The Rev. F. Peter Pearson as Dean of the Bucks County Deanery, effective this date. The Very Rev. Daniell Hamby has served well and faithfully but finds that he has other duties and responsibilities at this time and has asked to be relieved of his position as Dean.

Governance news posted Jun 03, 2010

Diocesan Council Meeting

May 8, 2010

[Minutes not yet approved]

The meeting began with an opening prayer by Bp. Michel followed by the approval of the agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. The Bishop’s report included updates on several outstanding Diocesan issues, including the recent publication of the Convention 2009 Journal, which is available online at the Diocese of Pennsylvania website.

Governance news posted May 20, 2010

Actions of the Standing Committee

February 23 & March 16, 2010

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Governance news posted May 11, 2010

New Dean of Philadelphia Cathedral

My sisters and brothers in Christ,

It is my joy and pleasure to announce that the Cathedral Chapter has elected the Rev. Judith Anne Sullivan to be the next Dean of Philadelphia Cathedral. Judith is the Associate Rector of the Church of the Redeemer, Bryn Mawr, and serves as Chair of the Liturgical Commission of the diocese. She was a Canon Residentiary of the Cathedral between 2004 and 2007.

Governance news posted May 04, 2010

Diocesan Council Meeting

March 18, 2010

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Governance news posted May 03, 2010

Bennison Appeal

The hearing for Bishop Bennison will be on Tuesday, May 4, 2010 at

Trinity & Old Swedes Church
1108 N. Adams Street
Wilmington, DE.

The argument will begin at 10:00 am, and each side has been given up to two hours.

Governance news posted Apr 21, 2010

2009 Convention Journal

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The 2009 Diocesan Convention Journal is being distributed digitally in PDF format as a “Green” document this year in accordance with the conservation efforts suggested by the National Church. You may print any or all portions of the document at your discretion.

Governance news posted Apr 21, 2010

Diocesan Council Meeting

January 23, 2010

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Governance news posted Mar 25, 2010

Actions of the Standing Committee

January 19, 2010

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Governance news posted Mar 17, 2010

Update on Bishop Bennison's Appeal

THE COURT OF REVIEW FOR THE TRIAL OF A BISHOP
OF THE PROTESTANT EPISCOPAL CHURCH
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

The Rt. Rev. Charles E. Bennison, Jr.     Appellant

vs. No. 1 – 2009

The Protestant Episcopal Church
in the United States of America     Appellee

ORDER FIXING THE TIME FOR HEARING THE APPEAL

Pursuant to Canon IV, 6 15(b) this Court designated the Cathedral of St. John, Wilmington, Delaware, as the location for the hearing of this appeal. The time for the hearing is now set for 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 4, 2010. Each side will have a maximum of two hours for oral argument.

Governance news posted Mar 17, 2010

Financial Assistance applications for Program Budget

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Applications are being received for the 2011 Program Budget for financial assistance for congregations and programs. Down the application/letter for details. Application deadline is April 15, 2010.

Governance news posted Feb 23, 2010

Actions of the Standing Committee

Nov 1, 2009 – Dec 31, 2009

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Governance news posted Jan 15, 2010

Change of Contact Information for the Diocesan Health and Welfare Benefits Trust

Effective immediately, all mail and queries for the Diocesan Health and Welfare Benefits Trust should be sent to the following address and referred to the following phone numbers.

Parke Rouse, Administrator
Diocesan Health and Welfare Benefits Trust
Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania
P.O. Box 63930 • Philadelphia, PA 19147-7930
Phone: 215.874.4949
Fax: 215.220.2273
Email: parke@mydiopabenefits.org

Governance news posted Jan 15, 2010

2010 Committee Appointments

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Attached is a list of the 2010 appointments for the appropriate 2010 Committees and Commissions. These appointments have been based upon the listings in the diocesan database, feedback from committee chairs and requests from individuals.

Governance news posted Dec 23, 2009

Standing Committee Meeting

Minutes: October 13, 2009

The meeting was called to order by President Glenn Matis at 4:30 PM.In addition to President Matis, Clergy present included Joy Segal, Sam Adu-Andoh, Bill Wood and Ike Miller. Lay Members included Christopher Hart, Arlene McGurk, Bill Powell and Norman “Mac” McCausland.

Governance news posted Dec 11, 2009

2010 Committee Appointments

All Diocesan Committees subject to appointment by the Office of the Bishop have a life span from one Diocesan Convention to the next. Appointments to committees newly formed, or to those which will be continued into the next year, will be made after the beginning of the New Year. Committees and committee members are not automatically continued but require the approval of the Assisting Bishop.

Governance news posted Dec 11, 2009

2009 Parochial Report

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Dear Rectors, Priests in Charge and Wardens: The 2009 Parochial Report form was sent earlier this week to each parish in the Diocese of Pennsylvania. Please be on the lookout for it and put it aside for completion early next year.

Governance news posted Dec 11, 2009

The Message of God's Grace

DIOCESAN CONVENTION ADDRESS
THE DIOCESE OF PENNSYLVANIA 2009

The Right Reverend Rodney R. Michel

The grace of our Lord Jesus the Christ, the love of God and the fellowship of Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen. My sisters and brothers, it is my distinct privilege to stand before you as the Assisting Bishop of Pennsylvania on this Feast of the Consecration of Samuel Seabury as the first American Bishop. Read more...

Governance news posted Dec 02, 2009

Discretionary Funds

23 November, 2009

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Dear Sisters and Brothers in ministry: Discretionary spending and the ways we manage Discretionary Funds are an ongoing concern of the Church. The national church has recently revised Chapter V of the Manual of Business Methods on Discretionary Funds. This is a document with which you should all be familiar.

Governance news posted Nov 16, 2009

"Asking" letters to be forthcoming

The letters regarding the “Asking” pledge for the Diocese, as well as the 2010 assessments as set by governance committees, will be sent out to each parish within the next few days. The parishes are being requested to respond to Church House by December 15th with their commitment to this part of our common ministry for next year.

Governance news posted Jun 22, 2009

Nominating Committee Prepares for the Diocesan Convention

The Nominating Committee first met on April 14, to begin the work of identifying candidates for the Diocesan Convention in November. Standing Orders of Convention state that in no less than four months before each Convention, the Bishop shall appoint a committee of at least 10 communicants of the Diocese, at least five of whom shall be members of the Clergy and at least five lay persons to make nominations for all diocesan offices to be filled at such Convention.

Governance news posted May 21, 2009

Financial Status Follow-Up

To: Diocesan Clergy and Lay leadership
From: Executive Committee, Diocesan Council
Subject: Financial Status Follow-Up

Download the Diocesan Pledge Status
Download the Diocesan Pledge Status [xls]

Friends in Christ, On March 28th an important letter was sent to all leaders in the Diocese and posted on the Diocesan website detailing the state of the 2009 program budget. The essence of this letter was both a warning and an appeal to the entire Diocese. With actual pledges in hand dramatically lower than what was budgeted at Convention, our ability to carry out the mission and ministry of the Diocese is in serious jeopardy.

Governance news posted Apr 14, 2009

Summary of Diocesan Council Meeting

March 28 | Executive Committee Summary

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The Diocesan Council of the Diocesan of Pennsylvania meets approximately every two months. In an effort to provide timely information to the Diocese regarding the actions taken by Diocesan Council, a summary of the meetings written by the Executive Committee will be posted following each meeting.

Governance news posted Mar 08, 2009

Standing Committee plans for the future

The 10 members of Standing Committee spent Friday evening and Saturday last weekend at a retreat held at St. Thomas’, Whitemarsh to plan for the future. Bishop Rodney Michael joined us along with consultants Woodi Sprinkel and Wally Fletcher. We discussed the ongoing ecclesiastical work that the Bishop will assume and reviewed the oversight functions that Standing Committee is required to perform.

Governance news posted Feb 25, 2009

Ash Wednesday

Now accepting new aspirants into the ordination process

February 25, 2009

Dear People of the Diocese of Pennsylvania, At its most recent meeting the Standing Committee voted to end immediately the year long moratorium on accepting new aspirants into the ordination process. We know that a number of diocesan clergy are in conversation with parishioners about vocations to ordained ministry. We are concerned that an extended moratorium will yield an unmanageable back log of aspirants. Although our ecclesiastical situation remains much the same as a year ago we are also confident that the ordination process will function well.

Governance news posted Feb 05, 2009

Bishop Bennison Proceeding

Sentence affirmed

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Governance news posted Feb 04, 2009

Actions of Standing Committee

Nov 1, 2008 – December 31, 2008

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Governance news posted Jan 29, 2009

Statement Concerning Property in the Episcopal Church

Many may have seen articles and heard news reports concerning those who have chosen to break away from the Episcopal Church and have questions about the status of the properties of those parishes. The following is being provided to help explain some of these issues.

Governance news posted Dec 02, 2008

Convention Small Group Discussion Summary

Convention 2008

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At our 225th Convention, the delegates took the time to spend 45 minutes to begin a healing process through facilitated small group conversations. The Standing Committee is thankful for all who participated, facilitated, listened and shared their thoughts. This summary comes from the notes taken by the facilitators.

Governance news posted Dec 02, 2008

December 2008

As a Diocese we have come through a great deal in the past year. Much of what we have been through has caused distress, the enumeration of which would probably add to the sense of gloom with which some of us, most likely all of us, are still burdened.

Governance news posted Nov 19, 2008

Concerning the Ordination Process in the Diocese of Pennsylvania

A Letter from The Standing Committee,
The Commission on Ministry,
and The Rt. Rev. Edward Lee, Jr.

To: All Rectors and Vicars

We have been in a moratorium period concerning those wishing to begin the ordination process in the Diocese of Pennsylvania since the inhibition of our diocesan bishop. This has meant that those who wish to begin to move through the process have been told that there will be no Pre-Postulancy Conference in 2009.

Governance news posted Nov 13, 2008

Court hears arguments to mitigate bishop's deposition order

Bennison appeal

by Jerry Hames

Bishop Charles Bennison’s defense counsel argued before an ecclesiastical court in downtown Philadelphia on Nov. 12 that its verdict and sentencing was flawed and that its recommendation that the bishop be deposed was too severe.

Governance news posted Nov 12, 2008

Actions of Standing Committee

Nov 20, 2007 – Oct 31, 2008

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Governance news posted Nov 12, 2008

Letter of support from the Diocese of Bethlehem

Dear Father Matis and Members of the Standing Committee:

On behalf of the Standing Committee of the Diocese of Bethlehem, I am writing to convey our unwavering support, which we extend to you during these most difficult days. As you approach the dates for gathering together and planning the ongoing life and work of your diocese, during your annual convention next month, we want you to know that we are thinking of you and keeping all of you in our prayers.

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Governance news posted Nov 05, 2008

Hearing set on Bishop Bennison's request for modified sentence

by Mary Frances Schjonberg

[Episcopal News Service] An ecclesiastical court will convene November 12 in Philadelphia to consider a request from inhibited Diocese of Pennsylvania Bishop Charles E. Bennison Jr. that it modify its call for Bennison to be deposed.

Governance news posted Oct 26, 2008

Statement of Standing Committee

Decision on the Moyer Suit

The suit brought in the Montgomery County Court by David Moyer, former Rector of Good Shepherd Church, Rosemont, against the Diocese of Pennsylvania and Bishop Charles Bennison was dismissed today following the entry of a jury verdict in favor of the Bishop and the Diocese. The trial began on Monday and continued through Wednesday. After closing arguments by counsel this morning, the case went to the jury and the verdict was announced at about 2:45.

Governance news posted Oct 03, 2008

Statement of Standing Committee

Bennison Sentencing

The Standing Committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania has received the news that the Court for the Trial of a Bishop has rendered its decision and sentencing recommendations. The Court denied Bishop Bennison’s motion for a new trial and for a sentencing hearing, and recommended that Bishop Bennison be deposed.

Governance news posted Oct 01, 2008

Bishop Allen Bartlett agrees to extend ministry as Assisting Bishop, Pro Tempore

The Standing Committee is very pleased to share the news that Bishop Allen Bartlett has agreed to extend his ministry as Assisting Bishop, Pro Tempore, until June 30, 2009. We are deeply thankful to Bishop Bartlett for his continued devotion to the Diocese.

Governance news posted Jul 31, 2008

Presiding Officer for Diocesan Convention

Concerning the selection of a Presiding Officer for Diocesan Convention
in November:

Article V of the Constitution of the Diocese of Pennsylvania states:

“If no Bishop be present the Convention shall then elect a President from among the Clergy.”

Governance news posted Jul 30, 2008

Care for the Flock

William White Day | Jul 17 | Philadelphia Cathedral

Jesus said to him the third time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” Peter felt hurt because he said to him the third time, “Do you love me?” And he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my sheep.” John 21:17

When Lloyd Casson, our wonderful new Interim Dean at this Cathedral, called last week to suggest we have this service on William White Day, inviting any and all to come, I thought, “What a timely idea!” If we can just bring Bishop White back from the dead and put him in charge again, all will be well.