The 230th Annual Diocesan Convention
of the Diocese of South Carolina
Election Results from the 230th Diocesan ConventionThe first all-virtual online Diocesan Convention of the Diocese of South Carolina was held November 20-21, 2020. Delegates and visitors logged on from all around the diocese to hear annual updates, worship together, and vote to fill various diocesan leadership positions.
The following nominees were elected to serve the Diocese: Standing Committee Lay: Mary Dianish, Carrington Wingard Clergy: The Rev. Rob Donehue, The Rev. Dr. Jennie Olbrych The Standing Committee met immediately after convention and re-elected the Rev. Cn. Caleb Lee as its president, and elected Diane Wilson as secretary. Diocesan Council Lay: Josh Bullock, Earle Phillips Clergy: The Rev. Fred Thompson and the Rev. Denise Trogdon (3-year terms); The Rev. Mike Szymanowski (2-year term) Trustees of the Diocese Lay: Bill Beak Clergy: The Very Rev. Mark Brinkmann Trustee, University of the South Kirk Battle Both Business Sessions, as well as various reports and other videos from Convention are all available for viewing on the Diocesan YouTube page, under the 230th Diocesan Convention "playlist," at this link. 230th Diocesan Convention to be OnlineDid you know that Presiding Bishop Michael Curry will be joining us, virtually, for our 230th Diocesan Convention November 20-21, 2020? We are delighted that Bishop Curry will participate in a Zoom Conversation on Friday, November 20 at 3 pm (Click here to join on the webinar) along with the co-chairs of the new Diocesan Racial Justice and Reconciliation Commission (the Very Rev. Dr. Adam Shoemaker and Gail DeCosta) to discuss important issues facing our diocese (Learn more at this link). Bishop Curry will also preach during the virtual service of Holy Eucharist that evening. Convention components that include Presiding Bishop Michael Curry (including worship) will be open to all and streamed on the Diocesan YouTube page (at this link: bit.ly/DofSCYouTube) and do not require registration.
Walking Humbly With Our God
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Important Links
Convention Offering Diocesan YouTube Page Download Diocesan App Access Web App Directly Details on the Conversation with the Presiding Bishop on Friday Online Registration Ten Things to Know About Convention Convention Documents Agenda 2021 Proposed Diocesan Budget Nominations Report (updated 11.3.20) Convention Committee Appointments Constitution & Canons Report Proposed Resolutions (updated 11.12.20) Reports of Institutions of the Diocese Journal of the 229th Diocesan Convention Other Reports to Convention (will be added as they become available) A Word from Bishop Parsley Report from the Archdeacon Report from the Chancellor Report from the Search Committee Individual Forms: Call to Convention Notice of Elections Nomination Form (online, pdf) Resolution Submissions |
Visitors
Everyone is welcome to register as a visitor at our Convention! You do not have to be a member of one of our churches. If you'd like to join us online to hear our speakers, share in worship and fellowship, or just learn more about us, we welcome you. Register at the link above.
Download the New Diocesan App for Convention
This year’s online convention gives us the opportunity to try some new things. One of the technologies that we will be using is a Diocesan app through the company Socio. All of the materials that would normally be in the convention packet, along with additional information, can all be accessed through this one virtual location. The App will contain the bulletins, reports, ways to interact with other attendees, and links to access the convention and voting.
The app can be downloaded to a phone or tablet or accessed through the “Webapp” which is a webpage connecting you to all the same features as the mobile app. The Webapp will also be the easiest way to connect during convention. We encourage you to download it now and check out the features so you can become comfortable with it. There will be more reports and information added as we get closer to convention.
Download the app here for Apple, Android or the webapp. Once downloaded, it will prompt you to setup an account. If you are registered for convention, it is important that you use the same email that you used to register in ACS. If you have any questions, please reach out to Andrea McKellar via email [email protected].
The app can be downloaded to a phone or tablet or accessed through the “Webapp” which is a webpage connecting you to all the same features as the mobile app. The Webapp will also be the easiest way to connect during convention. We encourage you to download it now and check out the features so you can become comfortable with it. There will be more reports and information added as we get closer to convention.
Download the app here for Apple, Android or the webapp. Once downloaded, it will prompt you to setup an account. If you are registered for convention, it is important that you use the same email that you used to register in ACS. If you have any questions, please reach out to Andrea McKellar via email [email protected].
Important Dates to Remember
October 15: Last day for delegate registration
November 5: New Delegate Orientation at 7 pm
November 9: Meet the Nominees at 7 pm
November 10: Resolution Committee at 6 pm
Constitution & Canons Committee at 7 pm
November 12: Technology Help Session with Diocesan Staff at 10 am Finance Committee at 7 pm
November 15: Last day for visitor registration
November 16: Technology Help Session with Diocesan Staff at 3 pm
All meetings held on Zoom - Links provided by email to all registered delegates and visitors
November 5: New Delegate Orientation at 7 pm
November 9: Meet the Nominees at 7 pm
November 10: Resolution Committee at 6 pm
Constitution & Canons Committee at 7 pm
November 12: Technology Help Session with Diocesan Staff at 10 am Finance Committee at 7 pm
November 15: Last day for visitor registration
November 16: Technology Help Session with Diocesan Staff at 3 pm
All meetings held on Zoom - Links provided by email to all registered delegates and visitors