The Trustees of the Diocese are comprised of three clergy and three lay members, in addition to the Bishop who shall serve ex officio and with a vote as President of the Trustees, and the Chancellor of the Diocese who shall serve ex officio but without a vote. The responsibilities of the Trustees are in accordance with 1902 Act of the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina, and include quarterly meetings, and managing the investments, assets, and endowments of the diocese.
Lay Members
Michael (Mike) Battle, St. Anne's, Conway (term expires 2028) Bill Beak, Grace, Charleston (term expires 2026) James (Jim) Phelps, St. Mark's, Port Royal (term expires 2024)
Clergy Members
The Rev. Mark Brinkmann, All Saints, Hilton Head Island (term expires 2026) The Rev. Donald S. McPhail (term expires 2024) The Rev. Ross Tortora, Grace Church Cathedral (term expires 2028)
Ex Officio
The Rt. Rev. Ruth Woodliff-Stanley, Bishop of the Diocese of South Carolina Mr. Bert "Skip" Utsey, Chancellor