2012 Journal of the Central Gulf Coast

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in coordination with conservation efforts recommended by the
General Convention of the Episcopal Church.
JOURNAL OF THE
FORTIETH ANNUAL CONVENTION
DIOCESE OF THE CENTRAL GULF COAST
THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Christ Church Cathedral
2 - 4 February 2012
“You are my refuge and shield; my hope is in your word”
DIRECTORY OF THE DIOCESE
PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONVENTION
ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION
RULES OF ORDER
CANONS
DIOCESAN BUDGET - 2012
INCOME
DISBURSEMENTS (continued)
Parishes & Missions
Parishes & Missions (Redirected)
CLF Interest Income
Theological Education Fund
Hicks Trust
Bishop’s Fund
Edmundson Fund
McMaster Fund
Miscellaneous Income
$1,061,758
48,504
35,000
10,000
10,500
11,000
12,000
7,000
6,500
TOTAL INCOME
$1,202,262
DISBURSEMENTS
Outreach:
Dom. & For. Missionary Soc.
Beckwith Camp & Conf. Center
Wilmer Hall
Murray House
Mission Operations
Deputies to General Convention
Deputies to Triennial
Deputies to Synod
Province IV Quota
University of the South
Lambeth Conference
World Mission
Millennium Development Goals
Total Outreach
Program:
Seminarians
Commission on Ministry
Ordinations
Retreats & Spiritual Direction
Youth Ministries
Young Adults
Resource Center
Education for Ministry
Clergy Conferences
Comm. for Episc Church Women
Commissions/Committees/Other
Coastline/Communications
$106,176
117,500
117,500
32,500
38,000
10,000
3,000
1,500
4,330
10,000
1,200
10,000
7,432
$ 459,138
60,497
3,926
1,477
0
1,500
1,400
100
1,500
9,000
6,637
8,675
600
Diocesan Convention
Journal of the Convention
Medical & Life Insurance
Liability Insurance
Diocesan Bond
Turner Fund Loan
Total Program
Administrative:
Bishop Duncan
Salary
Pension
Diocesan Administrator
Salary
Pension
Deployment Consults
Financial Secretary
Salary
Pension
Bishop’s Secretary
Salary
Pension
Administrative Secretary
Salary
Pension
Coordinator for Youth Ministries
Salary
Pension
Coor. for Communications Salary
Social Security
Bishop’s Travel
Staff travel - reimbursement
Med./Life Insurance/Bp's staff
Diocesan Office maintenance
Office supplies & equipment
Diocesan Office insurance
Automobile
Audit
Workers Compensation
Total Episcopate Support
TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS
5,000
1,000
36,124
13,928
869
0
$ 152,233
$ 120,856
21,754
69,697
13,939
6,600
46,188
9,238
39,562
7,912
28,739
5,748
9,000
0
20,600
16,355
21,000
6,000
62,276
18,000
37,000
6,514
5,000
17,500
1,413
$ 590,891
$1,202,262
JOURNAL
OF THE
FORTY-FIRST ANNUAL
CONVENTION
Diocese
of the
Central Gulf Coast
THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Christ Church Cathedral
Mobile, Alabama
February 2 - 4, 2012
“You are my refuge and shield; my hope is in your word”
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2012 Diocesan Budget . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside front cover
Directory of the Diocese
Bishop and Diocesan Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1
General Officers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1
The Standing Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2
Commissions, Agency Boards, Coordinators and other Diocesan bodies . . page 2
Deputies and Alternate Deputies to 77th General Convention (2012).. . . . page 12
Diocesan schools and bookstore. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p.a.ge 13
Directory of Congregations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 14
Clergy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 56
Surviving Spouses of Clergy in the Diocese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 68
Postulants and Candidates for Holy Orders.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 70
Lay Delegates to the Convention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p
. age 72
Proceedings of the Forty-first Convention of the Diocese. . . . . . . . . . . .
page 76
Appendices
I. Bishop’s Address, Official Acts, and Diary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 88
II. Reports to the Convention
The Standing Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 131
The General Officers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 134
The Boards, Commissions and Coordinators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 137
Budget and Financial Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 160
III. Resolutions pre-filed with the Convention (Rules of Order VI). . . . page 174
Parochial Reports Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 180
Policy Statements of the Standing Committee
including procedures and forms for use when mortgaging property
or borrowing from the Congregational Loan Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 184
Articles of Incorporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 205
Rules of Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
page 209
Canons of the Diocese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 212
Bequest Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside back cover
THE RT. REV. PHILIP M. DUNCAN, II
III BISHOP OF THE CENTRAL GULF COAST
May 12, 2001
mailing address: P. O. Box 13330, Pensacola, FL 32591-3330
location: 201 North Baylen St., Pensacola, FL 32502
850-434-7337 – fax: 850-434-8577
www.diocgc.org
THE BISHOP
The Rt. Rev. Philip Menzie Duncan, II (Kathy)
3818 Saber Tooth Circle, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563-3519
850-916-7474
bishopduncan@diocgc.org
Diocesan Administrator - Vincent Currie, Jr., (Dianne),
411-J Bayshore Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507, 850-453-1441, vcurrie@diocgc.org
Financial Secretary - Jennifer J. Barnard (Derek),
5679 Lia Dr., Milton, FL 32570, jennifer@diocgc.org
Bishop’s Secretary - Mary R. Poss (David),
304 Greve Rd., Pensacola, FL 32507, 850-456-4680, mary@diocgc.org
Administrative Secretary - Carmen M. Kimmons (Tony),
4294 Reinsma Rd., Milton, FL 32583, 850-292-9042, carmen@diocgc.org
Chaplain to the Retired - The Rev. L. Roberts Graves (Jane),
1302 E. Avery St., Pensacola, FL 32503, 850-432-5924,
graves5924@bellsouth.net
Honorary Canon to the Ordinary - The Rev. Canon T. Mark Dunnam (Dottie), St.
James’ Episcopal Church, Via B, Rucellai, 9, 50123 Florence, Italy
(+39) 055 29 44 17, rector@stjames.it
THE GENERAL OFFICERS
Chancellor for Alabama - M. Kathleen Miller, Esq. (Charles Fleming), (2013)
St. Paul’s, Mobile, P. O. Box 290, Mobile AL 36601
251-405-1220 ofc, 251-432-6843 fax, 251-476-3206 hm; mkm@ajlaw.com
Chancellor for Florida - Scott Remington, Esq. (Amie), (2013)
St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, P.O. Box 13010, Pensacola, FL 32591-3010
(125 Romana St. 32501) 850-434-9200 ofc, 850-432-7340 fax, 850-435-3250 hm;
sremington@cphlaw.com
Secretary - Gary Moore (Kathy), (2013)
St. Paul’s, Daphne, 409 S. Mobile St., Fairhope, AL 36532
251-415-7104 ofc, 251-441-5051 fax, 251-928-3311 hm; gary.moore2@usdoj.gov
Treasurer - Hal Major (Kate), (2013)
St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2467 N. Magnolia Ave., Pensacola, FL 32503
850-434-9249 hm, 850-516-4255 cl; hmajor@cox.net
Registrar-Historiographer - Kit T. Caffey, (2013)
St. Paul’s, Daphne, 119 Laurel Pl., Daphne, AL 36526
251-626-0053 hm, 251-626-0053 fax, 251-401-6124 cl; kitcaffey@att.net
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COMMISSIONS AND OTHER BODIES ESTABLISHED BY CANONS
THE STANDING COMMITTEE
*nominated by the Bishop
President: The Rev. George Riggall, St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs, 2013
PO Box 2, (4413 Island Ave for FedEx);
Magnolia Springs, AL 36555, 251-965-7452 ofc, 251-923-6310 cl;
georgeriggall@gmail.com
*Lynn Ferren, St. Patrick’s, Panama City, 2013
Ed Garrison, St. James’, Eufaula, 2013
Mac Walcott, St. James’, Fairhope, 2013
*The Rev. Ede Plovanich, Nativity, Dothan, 2013
The Rev. George Riggall, St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs 2013
Melinda Henderson, St. Agatha’s, DeFuniak Springs, 2014
Bill Sumner, St. John, Wewahitchka, 2014
*Cynthia Tappan, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2014
*The Rev. Greg Hein, St. Jude’s, Niceville, 2014
The Rev. Keith Talbert, St. Paul’s, Foley, 2014
Tim Gaston, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2015
*David Quittmeyer, Trinity, Mobile, 2015
Sam Shelton, St. Mark’s, Troy, 2015
*The Rev. Frank Cooper, Christ the King, Santa Rosa Beach, 2015
The Rev. Eric Long, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2015
COMMISSION ON FINANCE
Chair: Hal Major, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2013
2467 N. Magnolia Ave., Pensacola, FL 32503
850-434-9249 hm, 850-516-4255 cl; hmajor@cox.net
Al Richey, St. Augustine, Navarre, 2013
The Rev. Tommy Dwyer, St. James’, Port St. Joe, 2013
Jerry Fowler, St. Jude’s, Niceville, 2014
The Rev. Ken Cumbie, St. Luke’s, Mobile, 2014
Carol Crowe, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2015
The Rev. Don Smith, St. James’, Fairhope, 2015
COMMISSION ON MINISTRY
Chair: Becky Schulte, St. Luke’s, Mobile, 2013
4458 Suzanne Cir., Mobile, AL 36608
251-344-8153 hm, 251-709-1961 cl; beckyschulte@comcast.net
The Rev. Canon Beverly Gibson, Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, 2013
Dr. Melinda Henderson, St. Agatha’s, DeFuniak Springs, 2014
The Rev. Thomas Heard, St. John’s, Mobile, 2014
Scott Remington, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2015
The Rev. Neil Goldsborough, Christ Church, Pensacola, 2015
Jackie Driggers, St. James’, Port St. Joe, 2016
The Rev. W. LeRoy Elam, III, St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs, 2016
Liaisons:
The Rev. Mark McDonald, Trinity, Atmore; Immanuel, Bay Minette
The Rev. Christiana Olsen, St. Francis, Gulf Breeze
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Deacon School:
The Rev. Thomas Heard, St. John’s, Mobile
Chair, Sub-committee on Fresh Start:
Dr. Salem Saloom, St. Stephen’s, Brewton
CLERICAL AND LAY TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH
Amy Hamilton, All Saints, Mobile, 2013
Eric Stevenson, Christ Church, Pensacola, 2014
The Rev. John H. Riggin, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2015
Board of Regents of the University of the South:
W. Alexander Moseley, St. Paul’s, Mobile
CATHEDRAL CHAPTER
Joy Tway, St. Mary’s, Andalusia, 2013
The Rev. Dr. Ken Cumbie, St. Luke’s, Mobile, 2013
Dr. Melinda Henderson, St. Agatha’s, DeFuniak Springs, 2014
Magoo Hamilton, St. Thomas’, Greenville, 2015
The Vestry of Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile
DISCIPLINARY BOARD
Beth Wilson, St. James’, Fairhope, 2013
The Rev. Tommy Dwyer, St. James’, Port St. Joe, 2013
The Rev. Ray Buchanan, Redeemer, Mobile, 2013
Robert P. Gaines, Esq., Christ Church, Pensacola, 2014
The Rev. Christopher V. Coats, Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores, 2014
James B. Newman, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2015
The Rev. Martha Harris, Trinity, Apalachicola, 2015
AGENCIES OF THE DIOCESE
Beckwith Camp and Retreat Center
www.beckwithccc.org
10400 Beckwith Ln., Fairhope, AL 36532-6060,
251-928-7844, 251-928-7811 fax, beckccc@bellsouth.net
Interim Executive Director: The Rev. Massey Gentry, 251-928-7844 ext 11 ofc
Director of Marketing/Development: Eleanor Reeves, 251-928-7844 ext 12 ofc
Reservations Manager: Rhona Reid, 251-928-7844 ext 13 ofc
Board of Directors
Chair: The Rev. Steve Pankey, St. Paul’s, Foley, 2014
PO Box 1745, Foley, AL 36536
(251) 943-2173 ofc, (251) 752-0466 cl;
Steve@saintpaulsfoley.com
Mike Adkins, Christ Church, Pensacola, 2013
Dr. Richard Hooper, Christ Church, Pensacola, 2013 Vice-Chair
Mac Walcott, St. James’, Fairhope, 2013
The Rev Thack H. Dyson, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2013
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Beckwith Board - continued
Jim Ketchum, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2014 Treasurer
Adrian Longcrier, St. Peter’s, Bon Secour, 2014 Secretary
Jane MacWhinnie, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2014
Carrie Stevenson, Christ Church, Pensacola, 2014
Denson Freeman, St. Paul’s, Foley, 2015
Matt McDonald, All Saints, Mobile, 2015
Dick Reid, Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores, 2015
The Rev. Norman Bray, St. Luke’s, Marianna, 2015
The Rev. Margaret Shepard, St. Andrew’s, Panama City, 2015
Murray House (Assisted Living Residence)
1257 Government St., Mobile, AL 36604,
251-432-2272, fax 251-432-1935
Executive Director: Connie Anderson, connieanderson1257@yahoo.com
Administrator: Sharon Phillips, sphillips1257@yahoo.com
Board of Directors
President: Joe Basenberg, All Saints, Mobile, 2012
207 Rapier Ave., Mobile, AL 36604
251-433-8682 hm, 251-694-6264 ofc,
251-544-1682 fax, 251-709-7190 cl;
jbasenberg@handarendall.com
Stacey Reckeweg, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2013 Vice-President
James Christiansen, St. John’s, Mobile, 2013 Secretary
Audrey Cunningham, Good Shepherd, Mobile, 2013
Robert Doyle, III, St. James’, Fairhope, 2013
Dr. James Gordon, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2013
The Rev. Canon Beverly F. Gibson, Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, 2013
Dr. Ann Daves, Trinity, Mobile, 2014
John W. Jeffries, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2014 Treasurer
Michael Morrison, All Saints, Mobile, 2014
Louis Wood, All Saints, Mobile, 2014
The Rev. George Riggall, St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs, 2014
Leslie Johnson, St. John’s, Mobile, 2015
Marcella McCracken, Good Shepherd, Mobile, 2015
Connie McLean, St. John’s, Mobile, 2015
The Rev. Dennis Brown, St. Michael’s, Chickasaw, and
St. Matthew’s Mobile, 2015
The Rev. Ben Rockwell, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2015
ex-officio: The Rev. Jim Flowers, All Saints, Mobile
past-president: The Rev. Thomas Heard, St. John’s, Mobile
Wilmer Hall Children’s Home
3811 Old Shell Road, Mobile, AL 36608,
251-342-4931, 251-342-1782 fax, development@wilmerhall.org
Executive Director: Sally Greene, sgreene@wilmerhall.org
Board of Directors:
President: Mikell Leland, Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, 2013
109 Ryan Ave., Mobile, AL 36607
251-316-3100 ofc, 251-402-7134 cl
mikell.leland@morgankeegan.com
Wilmer Hall Board - continued
Russell Buffkin, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2013
Becky Schulte, St. Luke’s, Mobile, 2013 Secretary
John Witherington, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2013
The Rev. Nancy Threadgill, Good Shepherd, Mobile, 2013
Sage Bolt, All Saints, Mobile, 2014
Ben Citrin, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2014
Julie McClelland, Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, 2014
Sara Phillips, Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, 2014
Johnny Watson, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2014 Vice-Chair
Tom Edwards, Trinity, Apalachicola, 2015
Dr. Bill Hamilton, St. Thomas, Greenville, 2015 Treasurer
Tripp Lewis, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2015
Casey Whiting, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2015
The Rev. Glenn Rohrer, Epiphany, Crestview, 2015
ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTANTS
For Alabama - Bruce D. Knodel, A. I. A., St. James’s, Fairhope, 2013
257 State St., Mobile, AL 36603, 251-433-1760 ofc, 251-433-1796 fax
251-928-3539 hm; bknodel@knodelarchitects.com
For Florida - Kenneth H. Woolf, P.A., Christ Church, Pensacola, 2013
100 W. Gadsden St., Pensacola, FL 32501, 850-438-3653 ofc, 850-438-9955 fax;
khwarch@cavtel.net
COMMISSIONS OF THE DIOCESE
Commission on Affirmative Aging
Chair: The Rev. Marie Butterbaugh, St. John’s, Pensacola
401 Live Oak Ave., Pensacola, FL 32507-3431
850-453-9076 ofc, 850-476-2898 hm, 850-206-7750 cl; tb17003@aol.com
Linda Clifford, St. Michael’s, Ozark
Kay Cruthirds, Trinity, Mobile
Rosemary Long, St. Andrew’s, Panama City
Elsie Moline, St. Luke’s, Marianna
Sara Phillips, Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile
The Rev. Darin Hyer, St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach
The Rev. John Withrock, Jr., Epiphany, Enterprise
Commission for Communications
Chair:
Jackson Woods, All Saints, Mobile, 2013
The Rev. Ray Buchanan, Redeemer, Mobile, 2013
Deacon Ray Wishart, St. Andrew’s, Panama City, 2013
Eleanor Reeves, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2014
Robbie Runderson, Good Shepherd, Mobile, 2014
The Rev. Richard Schmidt, retired, 2014
Scott Rye, Trinity, Mobile, 2015
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Commission on Congregational Development
Chair: David Steere, Grace, Panama City Beach, 2013
7311 Emerson Dr., Panama City Beach, FL 32408,
850-233-0238 hm, 850-234-2540 ofc, 850-319-6010 cl;
dcsteere@dcsteere.com
Vanessa Riutta, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2013
The Rev. Steve Pankey, St. Paul’s, Foley, 2013
Jackie Driggers, St. James’, Port St. Joe 2014
The Rev. Eric C. Long, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2014
Jan Morris, St. Mary’s, Andalusia, 2015
Michel Nicrosi, Trinity, Mobile, 2015
The Rev. Greg Hein St. Jude’s, Niceville, 2015
Commission on Counseling Centers (Samaritan Centers)
Chair: The Rev. Roy Elam, II, St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs
153 Orange St., Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-990-3596 hm, 251-510-9577 cl;
Wlelam@bellsouth.net
Deacon Betty Jo Brenemen, Christ Church, Pensacola
The Rev. Glenn Rohrer, Epiphany, Crestview
Commission on Cursillo
Chair: Janet Foote, St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs, 2013
PO Box 6418, Gulf Shores, AL 36543, 251-978-6311
jfoote@gulftel.com
Judy Dye, St. Mark’s, Troy, 2013
Hi Gurney, Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores, 2013
Jerry Cotsonis, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2014
Gary A. Moore, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2014
Eleanor Reeves, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2014
John Griffing, St. Francis’, Gulf Breeze, 2015
Haden Tirey, St. John’s, Monroeville, 2015
Mary Andre Varner, Advent, Lillian, 2015
Deacon Susan McKee, St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs, 2015
Judy Gettys, St. Thomas’, Greenville, 2016
Karen Jackson, Nativity, Dothan, 2016
Martha Terry, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2016 Recording Secretary
The Rev. Steve Bates, Holy Nativity, Panama City Spiritual Director
The Rev. Christie Olsen, St. Francis, Gulf Breeze, Spiritual Director
Charlie Roose, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola Music Coordinator
Emily Sommerville, St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs Fourth Day Beacon Editor
Clay Rankin, St. Paul’s, Daphne Communications Coordinator
Teresa Jefford, St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs Outside Palanca Coordinator
Liz Ray, St. Paul’s, Daphne Registrar
Commission on Diocesan Missions
Chair: Lynn M. Ferren, St. Patrick’s, Panama City, 2014
737 Buddy Dr., Panama City, FL 32404-8408, 850-871-5520 hm;
llmmff@aol.com
Sharon Lundy, Epiphany, Crestview, 2013
Bill Parsons, Epiphany, Enterprise, 2013
Commission on Diocesan Missions - continued
The Rev. John Phillips, Christ Church, Pensacola, 2013
Louise Douglas, St. Mary’s, Coden, 2014
The Rev. Ward Clarke, St. Matthew’s, Chipley, 2014
Nettie Eaton, St. Cyprian’s, Pensacola, 2015
Lael Walding, St. Michael’s, Ozark, 2015
The Rev. John Hicks, St. Mary’s, Coden, 2015
Velma Amos, St. Anna’s, Atmore
Commission on the Environment and the Integrity of Creation
Chair: Michelle Bende, Nativity, Dothan, 2014
853 County Road 420, Opp, AL 36467-7933, 334-897-0406 hm;
334-477-3638 cl, mtbende@centurytel.net
Mike Turnipseed, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2013
Debbie Waldrop St. Peter’s, Bon Secour, 2013
Deacon Ed Richards, St. John, Wewahitchka, 2013
Carrie Stevenson, Christ Church, Pensacola, 2014
The Rev. Milledge Baker, St. Monica’s, Cantonment, 2014
Jerry Howard, St. Mary’s, Andalusia, 2015
Lella Lowe, Redeemer, Mobile, 2015
Ethan Sadowski, St. Thomas’, Greenville, 2015
Dr. Salem Saloom, St. Stephen’s, Brewton, 2015
The Rev. Anthony MacWhinnie, St. Augustine, Navarre, 2015
Commission for Episcopal Church Women
President:
Rebecca Dyson, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2013
21915 Country Woods Dr., Fairhope, AL 36532
251-928-8205 hm, 251-923-8173 cl; rdyson@malouffurniture.com
Elizabeth Babine, St. Michael’s, Ozark, 2013 Secretary
Shannon Longcrier, St. Peter’s, Bon Secour, 2013 Treasurer
Mary Middleton, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2013, CPC President
Mary Annette Hall, St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach, 2014 Vice-President
Leslie Hahn, Advent, Lillian, 2014
Louise Kohr, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2014
The Rev. Marie Butterbaugh, St. John’s, Pensacola, 2014
Meghan Fancher, St. James’, Fairhope, 2015
Augusta Jones, St. James’, Fairhope, 2015
Jo Munn, St. James’, Port St. Joe, 2015
Lauren Robinson, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2015 UTO Co-Coordinator
Anne Stevens, St. Paul’s, Foley, 2015
Melissa Weekley, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2015
Elizabeth Welch, Nativity, Dothan UTO Coordinator
Carolyn Levensailor, St. Paul’s, Mobile Archivist
Dorothy Moore, St. Francis, Gulf Breeze Past President
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Commission on Liturgy, Music, and Ecclesiastical Arts
Chair: The Rev. Christie Olsen, St. Francis, Gulf Breeze, 2014
1 St. Francis Dr., Gulf Breeze, FL 32561; 850-932-2861 ofc;
850-910-5158 cl; revolsenstfran@yahoo.com
Ken Karadin, Christ Church, Pensacola, 2013
David Quittmeyer, Trinity, Mobile, 2013
The Rev. Steve Bates, Holy Nativity, Panama City, 2013
The Rev. Canon Beverly Gibson, Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, 2013
Marqua Brunette, Holy Nativity, Panama City, 2014
Jeff Clearman, All Saints, Mobile, 2014
Cathy Griffing, St. Francis, Gulf Breeze, 2014
The Rev. Bailey Norman, Trinity, Mobile, 2014
Kevin Davis, Trinity, Mobile, 2015
Robert Menzer, St. Francis, Gulf Breeze, 2015
George Mims, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2015
Cecelia Lacey, St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach Altar Guild Director
Commission on Peace and Justice/Racial Reconciliation
Chair: The Rev. Mark Fitzhugh, St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach
28 Miracle Strip Pkwy., SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548-6613
850-244-8621 ofc; revmarkfitzhugh@gmail.com
Rob Bearden, Redeemer, Mobile
Henry Callaway, All Saints, Mobile
Judy Holmes, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola
Gary Moore, St. Paul’s, Daphne
Eric Stevenson, Christ Church, Pensacola
The Rev. Jim Flowers, All Saints, Mobile
The Rev. Martha Kreamer, Advent, Lillian
The Rev. Tom Nixon, St. Michael’s, Ozark
The Rev. Margaret Shepard, St. Andrew’s, Panama City
The Rev. Peter Wong, Nativity, Dothan
Commission on Planned Giving/Stewardship
Chair: James Anderson, Trinity, Apalachicola, 2014
390 Gulf Pines Dr., Port St. Joe, FL 32546
850-227-3302, jamesla@gtcom.net
Paul Kreamer, Advent, Lillian, 2013
Jack Lowrey, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2013
Fred Watterson, St. Luke’s, Marianna, 2014
The Rev Sandra Mayer, St. John’s, Monroeville, 2014
Landy Luther, Trinity, Apalachicola, 2015
David Steere, Grace, Panama City Beach, 2015
The Rev. Jeff Jencks, Holy Cross, Pensacola, 2015
Commission on Prison Ministry
Chair: The Rev. Bob Graves, St. Dismas, Atmore
1302 E. Avery St., Pensacola, FL 32503, 850-432-5924 hm,
Commission on Prison Ministry - continued
William Jackson, St. Dismas, Atmore
Bill Nobles, Christ Church, Pensacola
Gordon Peacock, St. John’s, Pensacola
Marie Rubey, St. Cyprian’s, Pensacola
Bruce Ulmer, St. John’s, Monroeville
Deacon Jayne Carson, St. John’s, Mobile
Deacon Bob Dean, St. Jude’s, Niceville
Deacon Edward Richards, St. John, Wewahitchka
The Rev. Norman Bray, St. Luke’s, Marianna
The Rev. John Hicks, St. Mary’s, Coden/St. Andrew’s, Mobile
The Rev. Sandra Mayer, St. John’s, Monroeville
The Rev. Thomas Nixon, St. Michael’s, Ozark
The Rev. Harry Tipton, retired, Crestview, Florida
Commission on World Mission
Chair: Florence Crawford, Trinity, Mobile, 2013
56 Silverwood St., Mobile, AL 36607-3410;
850-207-6250 cl; florence.crawford@att.net
Edgardo Bosch (Ed), Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores, 2015
Howard Wilson, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2015
The Rev. Thack H. Dyson, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2015
Dr. Andres Candela (Andy) , St. Francis, Gulf Breeze, 2013
The Rev. Ben Rockwell, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2013
Geary Gaston, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2014
Keith Greene, St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach, 2014
The Rev. Nancy Threadgill, Good Shepherd, Mobile, 2014
Commission on Young Adult/Campus Ministry
Chair: Deacon Ray Wishart, St. Andrew’s, Panama City, 2014
1608 Baker Court, Panama City, FL 32401-1900; 850-276-9674 cl,
850-265-8379 hm; revraymondw@gmail.com
Jane McCormack, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2013
Emily Watson, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2013
Evan Watson, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2013
Ellen Wilson, Redeemer, Mobile, 2013
Dr. Tony Gard, St. Paul’s, Mobile
Dr. Ellwood “Woody” Hannum, All Saints, Mobile
Dr. Morris Marx, Christ Church, Pensacola
Dr. Donald Mosley, Jr., All Saints, Mobile
The Rev. Glenn Rohrer, Epiphany, Crestview, 2013
The Rev. Sandra McLeod, St. Agatha’s DeFuniak Springs, 2014
The Rev. Tim Backus, Christ Church, Pensacola, 2015
The Rev. Jeff Byrd, St. Mark’s, Troy, 2015
Commission on Youth Ministries
Chair: The Rev. Ben Rockwell, St. Paul’s, Mobile, 2013
4051 Old Shell Rd., Mobile, AL 36608; 251-342-6122 fax,
251-591-6382 cl; reubenrockwell@gmail.com
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Youth:
Dylan Hutton, St. Luke’s, Marianna, 2013
Joseph Mosley, Christ Church, Pensacola, 2013
John Graham Parker, St. Paul’s, Daphne, 2013
Mary Catherine Iverson, Holy Cross, Pensacola, 2014
Natalie Wakayama, Epiphany, Crestview, 2014
Adults:
Vanessa Riutta, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, 2013
Curtis Kennington, St. James’, Fairhope, 2014
Rachel Iversen, Holy Cross, Pensacola, 2015
Darryl Russell, St. Peter’s, Bon Secour, 2015
Clergy:
The Rev. Tim Backus, Christ Church, Pensacola, 2013
The Rev. Drake Whitelaw, St. James’, Eufaula, 2014
The Rev. Cindy Howard, St. Mary’s, Andalusia, 2015
DIOCESAN COORDINATORS
Addiction and Recovery
The Rev. Christopher Coats, Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores
PO Box 2346, Gulf Shores, AL 36547
251-968-5988 ofc, 251-968-3051 fax, 251-223-2424 cl;251-540-9333 hm
hsfrchris@gulftel.com
Altar Guild
Cecilia Lacey, St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach
403 Holmes Blvd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
850-243-5248 hm, 850-830-5248 cl, cwlacey@cox.net
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Robert Kreiner, Christ Church, Pensacola
8707 Meadowbrook Dr., Pensacola, FL 32514; 850-384-4130 cl; rfkreiner@cox.net
Conflict Transformation Team
The Rev. Roy Elam, St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs
153 Orange Ave., Fairhope, AL 36532
251-990-3596 hm, 251-510-9577 cl; wlelam@bellsouth.net
Disaster Preparedness and Response
J. David Brady, Jr., All Saints, Mobile
11 Spring Bank Road South, Mobile, AL 36608-1814
251-344-0880 ofc, 251-344-8753 hm, 251-421-2396 cl; dbrady@abblawfirm.com
Ecumenical Officer
Alabama:
1707 Government St., Mobile AL 36604-1194
251-479-5474 ofc, 251-473-1230 fax, 251-450-1099 hm;
theard@stjohnsmobile.org
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Ecumenical Officer
Florida:
The Rev. Joseph Hagberg, Grace Church, Panama City Beach
P.O. Box 9087, Panama City Beach, FL 32417-9087
850-235-4136ofc, 850-235-7966fax, 850-249-9605hm, 850-899-1400 cl
gracerector@knology.net or joealan@knology.net
Education for Ministry (EFM)
Dale and Mary Miley, St. Paul’s, Daphne
8899 N. Lamhatty Ln., Daphne, AL 36526
251-625-1025 hm, maryanddale@bellsouth.net
The Episcopal Community (Formerly Daughters of the King)
Nancy Young, St. Andrew’s, Panama City
207 Harrison Place, Panama City, FL 32405
850-522-8650 hm, 850-814-6637 cl; teachdok@comcast.net
Episcopal Relief and Development (ERD)
Eugene Johnston, St. John’s, Mobile
4 Elizabeth Pl., Mobile, AL 36606; 251-478-5354; ejohnston14@comcast.net
“Five Year Plan” Facilitator
Dr. Melinda Henderson, St. Agatha’s, DeFuniak Springs
504 Circle Dr., DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435
850-892-5610 hm, 850-830-7663 cl, 850-892-7254 fax; Mendych@aol.com
Interfaith Officer
Alabama:
1707 Government St., Mobile AL 36604-1194
251-479-5474 ofc, 251-473-1230 fax, 251-450-1099 hm;
theard@stjohnsmobile.org
Florida:
1608 Baker Ct., Panama City, FL 32401-1900
850-763-7636 ofc, 850-784-7830 fax, 850-419-7440 cl;
revshepard@gulftel.com
Men’s Conference
Dr. W. Richard Hooper, Christ Church, Pensacola
4695 Francisco Rd., Pensacola, FL 32504
850-434-5274 hm, 850-572-2338 cl; wihoop@cox.net
Military Chaplains Team
Co-Coordinators:
The Rev. Neal Goldsborough, Christ Church, Pensacola
PO Box 12683, Pensacola, FL 32591-2683;
850-432-5115 ofc, 850-607-7626 hm; rectorccp@christ-church.net
The Rev. Jeff Jencks, Holy Cross, Pensacola
7979 N. Ninth Ave., Pensacola, FL 32514-6460;
850-477-8596 ofc, 850-478-4630 fax, 850-912-4647 hm
Frjeff@holycrosspensacola,org
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Col. USA (Ret) John Corbett, Advent, Lillian
Admiral William Ramsey, Christ Church, Pensacola
David Steere, Grace Church, Panama City Beach
The Rev. Chris Coats, Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores
The Rev. Susan Sowers, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola
Parish Nurses
January - May
Scotti Dixon, St. Paul’s, Daphne
23100 Dixon Ln., Loxley, AL 36551
251-945-5391 hm, 251-622-0218 cl; scottiandjerry@hotmail.com
June - May 2013
Leslie Hahn, Advent, Lillian
8863 Redfish Point Rd., Lillian, AL 36549
251-961-7522 hm, 251-979-7514 cl; ljhahn@gulftel.com
Retreats and Spiritual Direction
Co-Coordinators:
The Rev. Marshall Craver, III, St. Paul’s, Mobile
4051 Old Shell Rd., Mobile, AL 36608
251-342-8521 ofc, 251-342-6122 fax, 251-340-8304; marshallcraver@bellsouth.net
Pat Horn, Trinity, Apalachicola
42 6th St., Apalachicola, FL 32320; 850-653-1533 hm, grania@mediacombb.net
1608 Baker Ct., Panama City, FL 32401;
850-763-7636 ofc revshepard@gulftel.com
Ethics and Diversity Requirements
Contact Person: Mary Poss, Bishop’s Secretary
P. O. Box 13330, Pensacola, FL 32591-3330
850-434-7337, mary@diocgc.org
DEPUTIES TO 77th GENERAL CONVENTION (2012)
The Rev. Thack H. Dyson, St. Paul’s, Daphne
The Rev. Steven J. Pankey, St. Paul’s, Foley
The Rev. Canon Beverly F. Gibson, Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile
The Rev. Martha H. Kreamer, Advent, Lillian
Vincent Currie, Jr., Christ Church, Pensacola
Scott Remington, Esq., St. Christopher’s, Pensacola
Sally S. Greene, St. Paul’s, Mobile
David R. Quittmeyer, Trinity, Mobile
ALTERNATE DEPUTIES TO 77th GENERAL CONVENTION (2012)
The Rev. Eric C. Long, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola
The Rev. Thomas P. Dwyer, St. James’, Port St. Joe
Walter Kindergan, Christ Church, Pensacola
Lynn M. Ferren, St. Patrick’s, Panama City
SCHOOLS
The Episcopal Day School (K3 - 8th) (Christ Church)
Judith Shelton, Head of School
223 N. Palafox, Pensacola, FL 32502
850-434-3685
Holy Nativity Episcopal School (K3 - 8th)
Judy Hughes, Head of School
205 Hamilton Ave.
Panama City, FL 32401
850-747-0060
St. Luke’s Episcopal School (K4 - 12th)
Palmer Kennedy, Head of School
3975 Japonica Ln.
Mobile, AL 36693
251-666-2991
St. Paul’s Episcopal School (PreK - 12th)
Marty Lester, Headmaster
161 Dogwood Ln.
Mobile, AL 36606
251-342-6700
BOOKSTORE
Thee Store (St. John’s)
1701 Government St., Mobile, AL 36604
251-479-5086
www.theestorebooks.com
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* membership numbers in italics are same as reported in previous year
ANDALUSIA, ST. MARY’S (P) - 1947
1307 East Three Notch Street, Andalusia, Alabama 36420
334-222-2487
stmarysandalusia.org
stmarysandalusia@centurytel.net
Sundays:
9:15am
Baptized Members: 103
Communicants: 94
RECTOR - The Rev. Cynthia (Cindy) C. Howard (Jerry); 2005 Boxwood Ave.,
Andalusia, AL 36421; 334-208-0801 cl; cahoward1229@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Anne Sumblin, (Andy), P.O. Box 345, Kinston, Al 36453,
334-565-3698; anne@stonesumblinlaw.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Terry Kyzar (Kathy); 26272 Bush Isle Rd., Andalusia, AL 36421;
334-388-4440; tkyzar@centurytel.net
TREASURER - Jim Czap; 29502 Coaches Ln., Andalusia, AL 36421;
334-301-3066; jim.czap@yahoo.com
CLERK - Jan Derrick (Furman); 711 Meadowbrook Dr., Andalusia, AL 36420;
334-222-8539; huck@andycable.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Jan Derrick (Furman), (see above)
ECW PRESIDENT - Jan Derrick (Furman); (see above)
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Frankie Lancaster; 510 Chapman St., Andalusia, AL 36420
334-427-0427; frankie@andycable.com
UTO CUSTODIAN - Kim Ward (Allen); 406 E. Three Notch St., Andalusia, 36420
334-818-1416; kimward@andycable.com
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT EYC ADVISOR - Kim Ward (Allen); (see above)
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - John Beasley; (Connie); P.O. Box 1030,
Andalusia, AL 36420; 334-222-6833; beasleyj49@gmail.com
CHURCH SECRETARY - Margaret Bryan (Guy); 533 E. Three Notch St.,
Andalusia, AL 36420; 334-222-1858; stmarysandalusia@centurytel.net
CHANCELLOR - Charles Morris (Jan); 107 Ridgecrest Dr., Andalusia, AL 36421;
334-222-6672;
ARCHIVIST-Jan Derrick (Furman), (see above)
APALACHICOLA, TRINITY (P) - 1836
79 6th Street (32320)
Mailing address: Post Office Box 667, Apalachicola, FL 32329-0667
850-653-9550, fax 850-653-4608
mytrinitychurch.org
info@mytrinitychurch.org
Sundays: 8:00 and 10:30 am (Eastern Time)
Communicants: 135
RECTOR - The Rev. Martha C. Harris; 79 Sixth St., Apalachicola, FL 32320;
850-653-8079; martha@mytrinitychurch.org
SENIOR WARDEN - Gary Ulrich (Jean); P.O. Box 536, Apalachicola, FL 32329
850-566-2078; gary@ulrichconstruction.com;
JUNIOR WARDEN - Tom Edwards (Rennie); 2051 St. George Island, FL 32328
205-936-2259; rennie@gtcom.net
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TREASURER - Dan Wheeler (Kay); 973 W. Bayshore Dr., St. George Island, FL 32328;
850-370-0957; dangwheeler16@hotmail.com
CLERK - Janie Burke; 1747 E. Gulf Beach Dr., St.George Island, FL 32328
850-927-2197; janie@janieburke.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Bella Rudo (George); 152 Cape Point Dr., Port St. Joe, FL 32456
908-447-7107;
ALTAR GUILD - Dot Hill; 159 Ave C, Apalachicola, FL 32320; 850-653-9297
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Geri Anderson (Jim); 390 Gulf Pines Dr.,
Indian Pass, FL 32456; jamesla@gtcom.net
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Paul Marksen; P.O. Box 629, Apalachicola, FL 32320
850-697-2542; marksen@1040.com
CHURCH SECRETARY - Evelyn Ogilvie; 76 5th St., Apalachicola, FL 32320;
850-653-9550; evelyn@mytrinitychurch.org
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Melanie Waddell (Jimmy); P. O. Box 636,
Apalachicola, FL 32329; 850-653-8959
CHANCELLOR - Robert Stallings (Joy); CR C30B, Indian Pass, FL 32457;
850-229-6232; rstalli234@aol.com
ATMORE (Poarch), ST. ANNA’S (OM) - 1929
100 Lynn McGhee Drive, Atmore, Alabama 36502-2404
251-368-8606
poarchstannas@frontier.com
Sundays: 9:00 am
Communicants: 79
SENIOR WARDEN - Geraldine “Gerrie” Bell; 22960 Whidbee Rd, Atmore, AL 36502
251-377-1265 cl; bell.gerrie@yahoo.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - David Kirby; 512 E. Poplar St., Atmore, AL 36502;
251-294-1530 cl; dkirby@frontiernet.net
TREASURER - Brenda Faircloth (Ricky); 4787 Poarch Rd., Atmore, AL 36502;
251-446-1404 hm
CLERK - Teresa “Shada” Thomas (Jamie); 4745 Poarch Rd., Atmore, AL 36502;
251-368-3948 hm
ECW PRESIDENT - Velma Amos; 110 Calvin McGhee Dr, Apt. 204A,
Atmore, AL 36502; 251-359-6046 cl
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Joan Hackman (Herb); 105 W. Horner St., Atmore, AL 36502;
251-368-2664 hm; hjhackman@frontiernet.net
UTO CUSTODIAN - Vicky Burns (Doug); 70 Madison Ln., Atmore, AL 36502;
850-982-3148 cl
EYC YOUTH ADVISOR - Teresa “Shada” Thomas (Jamie), (see above)
ORGANIST - Gilda Stubben; 405 E. Poplar St., Atmore, AL 36502; 251-368-1151 hm
CHURCH SECRETARY - Teresa “Shada” Thomas (Jamie), (see above)
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Brenda Faircloth (Ricky), (see above)
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ATMORE, CHAPEL of ST. DISMAS (MS) - 2009
Fountain Correctional Center (Prison Ministry)
Thursdays: 10:30 am
* Baptized Members: 20
* Communicants: 12
PRIEST-in-CHARGE and CHAPLAIN - The Rev. L. Roberts Graves (Jane);
1302 E. Avery St., Pensacola, FL 32503; 850-432-5924 hm; graves5924@bellsouth.net
CHAPLAIN - The Very Rev. Johnny W. Cook (Mary); 1062 Church St.,
Mobile, AL 36604; 251-438-1470; dean@christchurchcathedralmobile.com
cook6718@bellsouth.net
ATMORE, TRINITY (P) - 1900
203 South Carney Street, Atmore, Alabama 36502-2404
251-368-5933
Sundays: 9:00 am
Communicants: 40
PRIEST-in-CHARGE. The Rev. Mark McDonald (Joni); 106 McIntosh Bluff Rd.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-990-9272 hm; mwmcdonald@me.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Bob Goforth (Maggie); 3821 Howell Rd., Walnut Hill, FL 32568;
850-327-6472 hm; m.n.goforth@att.net
JUNIOR WARDEN TREASURER -Wanda Hall; 206 S. Roberts St., Atmore, AL 36502;
251-368-8340; wahall@frontiernet.net
CLERK - Susan Tuthill; 208 Roberts St., Atmore, Al 36502; 251-368-1357;
setuthill@gmail.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Maggie Goforth (Bob), (see above)
ALTAR GUILD CO-CHAIRS - Ceres Rodgers; 804 S. Trammell St.,
Atmore, AL 36502; 251-368-4429
PIANIST - Scott Jolly; 1200 B Dauphin St., Mobile, AL 36604;
251-422-2178; rsjolly72@hotmail.com
BAY MINETTE, IMMANUEL (OM) - 1908
700 McMillan Avenue, Bay Minette, Alabama 36507-4425
251-937-7900
immanuelchurch@att.net
Sundays:
11:00 am
Communicants: 51
PRIEST-in-CHARGE - The Rev. Mark McDonald (Joni); 106 McIntosh Bluff Rd.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-990-9272 hm; mwmcdonald@me.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Brad Hicks (Ida Ross); 611 Northshore Dr.,
Bay Minette, AL 36507; 251-937-1523; bradfordhicks@gmail.com
JUNIOR WARDEN -Laura Santini (Danny); 606 Hand Ave., Bay Minette, AL 36507;
251-239-9434; santini5@mchsi.com
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TREASURER - Marcia Pepperman (Ed); 602 Rachel Ct., Bay Minette, AL 36507;
251-937-2487; edpepperman@msn.com
CLERK - Kristin Broadus (Bill); 13785 Trawick Rd., Stapleton, AL 36578 ;
251-937-0082; k_broadus@bellsouth.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Claire B. Jackson (Floyd); 605 N. Day Ave., Bay Minette, AL
36507, 251-937-5173; claire.jackson@att.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Poppy Beasley (Buddy); 701 Mixon Ave.,
Bay Minette, AL 36507; 251-937-4662; poppybeasley@bellsouth.net
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER - Ryan Gillikin (Jason); 48728 St. Highway 225,
Bay Minette, AL 36507; 251-937-5053; ryangillikin@gmail.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Marcia Pepperman (see above)
ARCHIVIST - Poppy Beasley (Buddy), (see above)
CHANCELLOR - Brad Hicks (see above)
BON SECOUR, ST. PETER’S (P) - 1878
6270 Bon Secour Highway (36511)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 29, Bon Secour, AL 36511
251-949-6254
stpeters@gulftel.com
Sundays:
8:00 am and 10:00 am
Communicants: 134
PRIEST-in-CHARGE - The Rev. Massey Gentry (Jan); 209 Orange Ave.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-459-4169 cl; mgfairhope@gmail.com
DEACON - Deacon Susan R. McKee; 213 W. Pedigo Ave,
Foley, AL 36535; 251-943-3932 hm, 251-978-3779 cl; foleysue@gulftel.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Erhard Karl; 117 Durby Ln., Foley,AL36535; 251-979-5408;
eckarl1111@gmail.com
JUNIOR WARDEN -William Griffiths (Michelle); 15275 County Rd. 71 S,
Foley, AL 36535; 251-747-0844; cowboys1812@live.com
TREASURER -Susan Harlan; P.O. Box 889, Orange Beach, AL 36561;
251-747-7894; susanharlan2@gmail.com
CLERK - Janice Hudson; 7409 Riverwood Dr. E., Foley, AL 36535;
251-747-0728; jhudson1@centurytel.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Holly Kinsey (Dennis); 24421 Old Foley Rd.,
Elberta, AL 36530; 251-978-2753
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR -Mary Lou Bemis; 4394 County Rd 6,
Gulf Shores, AL 36542; 251-968-6114
ERD REP.- Erhard Karl (see above)
UTO CUSTODIAN -Debbie Waldrop; P.O. Box 1274, Orange Beach, AL 36531;
251-747-3684; stillfool@hotmail.com
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER - Bridgette Vail (Randall); 17158 County Rd. 49 S.,
Bon Secour, AL 36511; 251-949-7426; rbvail7@gulftel.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Donna Woerner; 209 Pecan St.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-424-3250; dwoerner49@yahoo.com
CHURCH SECRETARY - Janice Hudson, (see above)
RECEIVING TREASURER - Shannon Longcrier (Adrian); P.O. Box 959;
Gulf Shores, AL 36547; 251-747-6040; sblong2010@gmail.com
ARCHIVIST - Mickey Blackwell McConnell; 17150 Oyster Bay Rd,
Gulf Shores, AL 36542; 251-968-7926; micmacm@gulftel.com
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BREWTON, ST. STEPHEN’S (P) - 1950
1510 Escambia Avenue (36426)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 1261, Brewton, AL 36427
251-867-4545, fax 251- 867-3466
ststephensbrewton.com
Sundays:
9 am
st.stephens4545@gmail.com
Communicants: 154
RECTOR - The Rev. Robert P. Dixon (Amanda); 127 Brooks Blvd., Brewton, AL 36426
850-377-0590 cl; rpdststephens@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Dianne Saloom (Salem); 108 Alexander Dr.,
Brewton, AL 36426; 251-867-6464 hm; disa@saloom.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Michael Feeley (Ashley); 444 Belleville Ave.,
Brewton, AL 36426; 251-809-3499 hm; michaelfeeley@mindspring.com
TREASURER - Michael Watson; P.O. Box 1202, Brewton, AL 36427;
251-809-0364 hm; watsonaccounting@hotmail.com
CLERK - Debbie Thomas (Joe); P.O. Box 597; Flomaton, AL 36441; 251-296-0227hm;
dthomas@magbelle.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Dianne Saloom (Salem); (see above)
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER/DIR OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Heidi Knapp (Cameron);
126 McMead Dr., Brewton, AL 36426; 251-867-6190 hm; hcknapp@bellsouth.net
EYC ADVISOR - Vivian Layton (Steve); 109 Davison St., Brewton, AL 36426;
vivlayton@yahoo.com
ORGANIST - Elizabeth Low; 1509 Poplar Ave., Brewton, AL 36426;
251-867-7186 hm
CHURCH & FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Sharon Stearns (Todd); 2442 Sowell
Brewton, AL 36426; 251-867-9641hm; sharon.stearns1@gmail.com
CHANCELLOR - John Jernigan (Rosemary); P.O. Box 828, Brewton, AL 36427;
251-867-7240 hm; johnjernigan@mchsi.com
CANTONMENT, ST. MONICA’S (P) - 1954
699 South Highway 95A, Cantonment, Florida 32533
850-937-0001
st-monicas.org
Sundays:
8:00 am and 10:30 am
office@stmonicas.gccoxmail.com
Communicants: 125
PRIEST-in-CHARGE - The Rev. Milledge L. Baker (Barbara); 8100 Pine Forest Rd.,
Walnut Hill, FL 32568; 850-490-1249; frmilledge@frontiernet.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Chuck Barnett (Connie); 1420 Barth Rd., Molino, FL 32577;
850-587-5022; chdabarnett@netscape.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Ray Farrel (Carol); 9633 Mapleleaf Ln., Pensacola, FL 32544;
850-477-0242; raync2@gmail.com
TREASURER - Carol Farrel (Ray); (see above)
CLERK - Dodie Matlock (Bob); 8501 Figland Ave., Pensacola, FL 32534;
850-529-3968; dodiematlock1@gmail.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Jackie Wright (Jim); 2207 Stacey Rd., Cantonment, FL 32533;
850-968-2251; moringstar@panhandle.rr.com
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ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Dave Somerville (Pauline); 3075 Woodbury Cir,
Cantonment, FL 32533; 850-968-3300; babyps@att.net
UTO CUSTODIAN - Jackie Wright (Jim); (see abouve)
EYC ADVISOR - Collins Pratt; 1425 Towhee Canyon Dr., Cantonment, FL 32533;
850-968-5964; cip726@aol.com
ERD REP - Angela Baker; 8100 Pine Forest Rd., Walnut Hill, FL 32568; 850-619-0750;
angela.baker08@gmail.com
CHICKASAW, ST. MICHAEL’S (OM) - 1949
300 Grant Street (36671)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 11484, Chickasaw, Alabama 36671
251-457-6698
rev.dbrown@gmail.com
Sundays:
7:30 am and 11:00 am
Communicants 40
VICAR - The Rev. Dennis R.A. Brown; 306 Grant St., Chickasaw, AL 36671;
251-680-3181cl, 251-456-8305 hm; rev.dbrown@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Johnny Lane; (use church address); 251-456-3761
JUNIOR WARDEN - Ron Seymour; (use church address)
TREASURER - Holly McCleskey; (use church address)
CLERK - Lucille Seymour (Ron); (use church address);
ECW PRESIDENT - ECW President; (use church address);
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Mary McGlown; (use church address);
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - The Rev. Dennis R.A. Brown (use church address)
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIR. - Martha Davis; (use church address); 251-621-0814
ARCHIVIST - The Rev. Dennis R.A. Brown; (use church address)
CHIPLEY, ST. MATTHEW'S (OM) - 1957
736 West Boulevard (32428)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 345, Chipley, Florida 32428
850-638-7837
stmatthews-chipley.org
Sundays:
9:00 am
wardsclarke12@live.com
Communicants: 67
VICAR - The Rev. Ward S. Clarke, Jr. (Dorothy); P.O. Box 345, Chipley, FL 32428;
850-638-1013; wardsclarke12@live.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Van Smith (Mimi); 4326 Crystal Lake Dr., Chipley, FL 32428;
850-773-3004; smithrrjmv@yahoo.com
JUNIOR WARDEN -James Park (Velarie); 852 1st St., Chipley, FL 32428;
850-638-8066
TREASURER - Barbara James; 659 5th St., Chipley, FL 32428; 850-638-1347
CLERK - Mimi Smith (Van); (see above)
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Estelle Whiddon (Jason); 3419 Lovewood Rd.,
Marianna, FL 32446; 850-526-1890; Ecsm1999@yahoo.com
UTO CUSTODIAN - Jane Donaldson (Lynn); 1269 Dipper Rd.,
Marianna, FL 32448; 850-526-2790
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CHIPLEY, ST. MATTHEW’S, continued
ORGANIST - Madalene Culpepper; 1296 Wells Ave., Chipley, FL 32428;
850-638-0892
PARISH NURSE - Deborah Jenkins; 1229 Harrison Ave., Chipley, FL 32428;
850-638-0596
CITRONELLE, ST. THOMAS (OM) - 1895
19030 Center Street (36522)
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 813, Citronelle, Alabama 36522
251-866-7003
Sundays: 3:00 pm
Baptized Members: 4
Communicants: 4
VICAR - The Rev. Dennis R. A. Brown; 306 Grant St., Chickasaw, AL 36671;
251-680-3181cl, 251-456-8305 hm; rev.dbrown@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Bobbie B. Williamson (James); 10900 Private Rd. 438,
Citronelle, AL 36522; 251-866-7003; archerbobbie@gmail.com
TREASURER - Marion Platt (Braxton); 9780 Roussert Rd.,
Citronelle, AL 36522; 251-866-9776; mdplatt54@gmail.com
CLERK - Sedje Sims (Larry); 12144 Hwy 45, Vinegar Bend, AL 36584;
251-591-7061; ssg2go@aol.com
CODEN, ST. MARY'S BY-THE-SEA (OM) - 1964
4875 Highway 188, Coden, Alabama 36523
251-873-5602
Sundays:
8:30 am
Communicants: 54
VICAR - The Rev. John W. Hicks (Patricia); 502 LaRose Dr., Mobile, AL 36609-2317;
251-607-6745 hm; preacherjohnh@aol.com
SENIOR WARDEN - David Philip Davis (Dayse); 12925 Dauphin Island Pkwy,
Coden, AL 36523; 251-973-9223
JUNIOR WARDEN -Edward Perryman (Annie); 14645 Dauphin Island Pkwy,
Coden, AL 36523; 251-873-5771
TREASURER - Louise I. Douglas (William); 4787 Fowl River Rd.,
Theodore, AL 36582; 251-973-2537
CLERK - Susan Altahanna (Joe); 6950 Rock Rd., Coden, AL 36523;
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Judy Morris (James); 14530 Riva Rd., Coden, AL 36523;
251-824-7550
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER/DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Sharon Davis (Thomas);
3196 Bay Booster Club Rd., Theodore, AL 36582; 251-973-9955
UTO CUSTODIAN - Carol Jean Weller; P.O. Box 35, Coden, AL 36523;
251-824-4207
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Thomas Watts; P.O. Box 836,
Irvington, AL 36544
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CRESTVIEW, CHURCH OF THE EPIPHANY (OM) - 1973
424 Garden Street, Crestview, Florida 32536
850-689-1410
epiphanycrestview.com
Sundays: 8:00 and 10:00 am
(1st Sunday, one service 10 am)
epiphanycv@embarqmail.com
Communicants: 109
VICAR - The Rev. Glenn E. Rohrer (Lois); 5636 Firestone Drive, Pace, FL 32571
850-474-2154 wk, 850-994-6036 hm; 850-776-0015 cl; grohrer@uwf.edu
SENIOR WARDEN - Stephen O’Brien (Buni); 102 Lindley Rd.,
Crestview, FL 32536; 850-689-8050; steveandbuni@cox.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Judith Tinsley; 4600 Live Oak Church Rd.,
Crestview, FL 32539; 850-689-6706; fjtinsley@cox.net
TREASURER - Kevin Diggs (Angela); 5212 Moore Loop, Crestview, FL 32536;
850-902-5832; kcdiggs@gmail.com
CLERK - Christine Wakayama (Reid); 367 Riverchase Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536;
850-683-9942; christine2005@cox.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Iduna Hollis; 4556 Yellow Bluff Rd., Crestview, FL 32539;
850-682-9772; idunat@centurylink.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Yvonne Hudson (Robert); 803 Cloverview Dr.,
Crestview, FL 32536; 850-423-0302; bobandyvonne@cox.net
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER ORGANIST/CHOIR DIR. - Pat Shew (Phil); 3335 Helms Farm Rd.,
Laurel Hill, FL 32567; 850-652-3289; theshews@fairpoint.net
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR - Debra Prien (Steven); 125 Palmetto Dr.,
Crestview, FL 32539; 850-689-8748; steven.prien@cox.net
DAPHNE, ST. PAUL'S (P) - 1926
28788 North Main Street, Daphne, Alabama 36526
251-626-2421, fax 251-626-2456
stpaulseasternshore.org
Sundays:
8:00 am and 10:30 am
stpauls@stpaulseasternshore.org
Communicants: 731
RECTOR - The Rev. Thack H. Dyson (Rebecca); 21915 Country Woods Dr.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-928-8205 hm; tdyson1996@aol.com
PRIEST ASSOCIATE - The Rev. S. Albert Kennington (Nancy); 212 Margaret Dr.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-928-4413 hm; revsak@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Lea Verneuille; 732 S. Mobile St., Fairhope, AL 36532;
251-990-0889; lea@wavarchitects.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Donna Brown; 8512 Westminster Crt,
Spanish Fort, AL 36527; 251-621-9973; donna5656@bellsouth.net
TREASURER - Airrior S. Norwood; 111 Atkinson Ln., Fairhope, AL 36532;
251-928-8490 hm; airriorn@gmail.com
CLERK - Martha Lathan (Gary); 105 Ironrock Cir., Daphne, AL 36526;
251-626-1827 hm; qmlathan@bellsouth.net
ECW PRESIDENTS - Lauren Robinson (Eddie); 11219 St. Ives Ct.,
Daphne, AL 36526; 251-621-3014; laurenrobinson@att.net, and
Linda McNamara (Ken); 8782 Lamhatty Ln., Daphne, AL 36526;
251-626-5514; bamamcs@aol.com
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DAPHNE, ST. PAUL’S, continued
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Peggy Jeffery; 607 Spanish Main,
Spanish Fort, AL 36527; 251-626-9621; peg.jeffery@gmail.com
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - David Owens (Marilyn); 209 Royal Ln.,
Fairhope, AL 36582; 251-990-7893; daviddowens@bellsouth.net
UTO CUSTODIAN - Lauren Robinson (Eddie); 11219 St. Ives Crt.,
Daphne, AL 36526; 251-621-3014; laurenrobinson@att.net
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER - Christina Erickson (William); 9054 Lakeview Dr.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-210-4453; edarshana@msn.com
EYC ADVISOR - Curtis Kennington (Sellers); 22888 Highridge Rd.,
Fairhope, AL; 251-401-5427; curtiskennington@gmail.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Paul Anderson (Ellie); 24171 Woerner Rd.,
Elberta, AL 36530; 251-986-3225 hm; epmusic@gulftel.com
CHURCH and FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Terri McMillan (Loyd);
106 De Juzan Cir., Daphne, AL 36526; 251-214-3227;
terriannmcmillan@aol.com
STAFF ASSISTANT - Joan McKnight; 230 Montclair Lp.; Daphne, AL 36526;
251-626-3183; j.mcknight@mchsi.com
PARISH NURSE - Scotti Dixon (Jerry); 23100 Dixon Ln., Loxley, AL 36551-8454;
251-945-5391; scottandjerry@hotmail.com
CHANCELLOR - Mike Dasinger (Aleta); 8825 Pine Run, Spanish Fort, AL 36527;
251- 621-0945 hm; madlaw3@gulftel.com
ARCHIVIST - Kit T. Caffey; 119 Laurel Pl., Daphne, AL 36526;
251-626-0053 hm; kitcaffey@att.net
DAUPHIN ISLAND, ST. FRANCIS' (OM) - 1985
401 Key Street (36528)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 407, Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528
251-861-2300
stfrancisdi.com
Sundays:
10:30 am
Communicants: 63
VICAR - The Rev. Roger C. Porter (June); 6500 Middleburg Crt., Mobile, AL 36608
251-344-0794 hm; rcporter33@comcast.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Julia Willis (Thomas); 6600 Somerby Ln., Mobile, AL 36695;
251-287-1100; thomasr2012@comcast.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Mack Russell (Joy); P.O. Box 1087; Dauphin Island, AL 36528;
251-861-3040; digilligan@gmail.com
TREASURER - Gail Opanowitz (Paul), 127 Lemoyne Dr.,
Dauphin Island, AL 36528; 251-861-2208; opanowitz@centurytel.net
CLERK - Tommy Watts, II; P.O. Box 6553, Mobile, AL 36606; 251-463-6610;
tommymwatts@gmail.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Lamona Lucas (Melvin); 622 Hernando Pl.,
Dauphin Island, AL 36528; lamonalucas@yahoo.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Dana Fleming (Howard); 129 Orleans Drive,
Dauphin Island, AL 36528; 251-861-2311; danaherazo@centurytel.net
UTO CUSTODIAN - Mary Hutchinson (Tom); 14091 Dauphin Island Pkwy.,
Coden, AL 36523; 251-873-4209
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Tommy Watts, II, (see above)
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DeFUNIAK SPRINGS, ST. AGATHA'S (OM) - 1896
144 Circle Drive, DeFuniak Springs, Florida 32435
850-892-9754
saintagathasepiscopalchurch.org
Sundays:
10:15 am
Communicants: 75
VICAR - The Rev. Sandra K. McLeod (Tom); 168 Circle Dr.,
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435; 850-520-4312 hm, 251-752-6592 cl;
sandrakm47@aol.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Mary G. Russ; 1141 Red Hill Rd., Ponce DeLeon, FL 32455;
850-892-7452; mgr999@hughes.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Benton Hester; 5560 Co. Hwy. 181 W.,
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433; 850-834-3959; abh@fairpoint.net
TREASURER - Gail Burke (Bobby); 2377 Spring Lake Rd.,
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433; 850-496-8655; gailburke@centurylink.net
CLERK - Jan Kenney; 441 Charlie Garrett Rd., DeFuniak Springs FL 32435;
850-892-6669; ethylandme@centurylink.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - John (Bud) Doering (Kathy); 6014 Co. Hwy. 280 E.,
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435; 850-892-7653
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR CHURCH SECRETARY - Jan Kenney (see above)
ARCHIVIST - Betty Ritzman (Bill); 199 Ritzman Rd.,
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433; 850-892-2493; bandbritz@gmail.com
DESTIN, ST. ANDREW'S BY-THE-SEA (P) - 1928
307 Harbor Boulevard, Destin, Florida 32541-2383
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 1658, Destin, Florida 32540-1568
850-650-2737, fax 850-650-2790
standrewsbtsepiscopal.org
Sundays: 10:00 am
admin@standrewsbtsepiscopal.org
Communicants: 79
RECTOR - The Rev. R. Barry Crow (Ann); 250 Vinings Way Blvd., #2-101,
Destin, FL 32541; 850-650-2737; 229-881-5303 cl; rbarrycrow@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Kathy McGee (Jerry); 617 Choctaw Dr., Destin, FL 32541;
850-837-2539 hm; jkdestin@aol.com
JUNIOR WARDEN -Tom Hanlin (Lauretta); 105 Indian Bayou Dr.,
Destin,FL 32541; 850-837-8668 hm; thanlin@juno.com
TREASURER - Robert J. Holland (Janie); 365 Gulf Shore Dr., #5,
Destin FL 32541; 850-978-1497 hm; the.hollands@cox.net
CLERK - Jeanie Noel; 3871 Indian Trail #5B, Destin, FL 32541; 850-650-9202 hm;
jnoel50@yahoo.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Anne Harmuth (Henning); 757 Bayou Dr.,
Destin, FL 32541; 850-837-6426 hm; harmuth@embarqmail.com
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Jennifer Lee (William); 83 Cayman Cove,
Destin, FL 32541; 850-654-5476; giraffecorp@cox.net
UTO CUSTODIAN - Kathy McGee (Jerry), (see above)
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DESTIN, ST. ANDREW’S-BY-THE-SEA, continued
ORGANIST - Lois Van Dam; 4172 Chacato Cv., Niceville, FL 32578;
850-974-5751 hm; vandaml@nwfsc.edu
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR - Kate Driggers (Art); 700 Bayou Dr.,
Destin, FL 32541; 850-269-0579 hm; katedriggers@cox.net
ARCHIVIST - Jennifer Lee (William); (see above)
CHANCELLORS - David Pleat, Esq. (Amy); 2910 Loblolly Crt.,
Miramar Beach, FL 32550; 850-622-1798; david@pleatperry.com
Amy Perry (David Pleat) (see above) amypl@cox.net
DOTHAN, CHURCH OF THE NATIVITY (P) - 1905
205 Holly Lane, Dothan, Alabama 36301
334-793-7616, fax 334-671-9440
nativitydothan.org
nativity@centurytel.net
Sundays: 7:30 am and 10:30 am
Communicants: 465
RECTOR - The Rev. Ede M. Plovanich (Robert); 200 Virginia Dr.,
Dothan, AL 36301; 334-202-9275; rplovanich@aol.com
CURATE - The Rev. Peter Wong (Katie); 104 Lamonte Cir., Dothan, AL 36303
334-479-8546 hm, 850-723-8397 cl; pete1849@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN -Collier Espy (Sue); 400 Espy Ct., Dothan, AL 36303;
251-793-3455; suzsp@comcast.net
JUNIOR WARDEN -John Welch (Elizabeth); 500 Summerrain Terrace,
Dothan, AL 36303; 251-793-7888; john.welch@centurytel.net
TREASURER - Bill Elliott, Jr. (Lou);b 345 Cecil Varnum Rd., Dothan, AL 36301;
334-671-9585 hm; gonavy71.04wee@yahoo.com
CLERK - Mary Hall Plunkett (David); 710 Canterbury Dr., Dothan, AL 36305;
334-794-7936 hm; cialdake@yahoo.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Didi Cody (Mike); 1205 Laurel Ave., Dothan, AL 36301;
334-792-4708 hm; macodad@aol.com
UTO CUSTODIAN - Elizabeth Welch (John); (above) elizawelch51@hotmail.com
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Elizabeth Welch (John); (see above)
DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Eric Mancil (Chelsea); 403 E. Morningview;
Enterprise, AL 36330; 251-347-0339; enmancil@gmail.com
EYC ADVISORS - Sigrid Gayle (David); 400 Plantation Rd., Dothan, AL 36303;
334-671-3730 hm; dgaylemd@gracecba.net
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIR. - Dr. Debbie Deas (Gary); 513 Riveredge Pkwy.,
Dothan, AL 36303; 334-673-0700 hm; debdeas@gmail.com
CHURCH SECRETARY - Bette Shockley (Danny); 2467 Eddins Rd.,
Dothan, AL 36301; 334-699-4013 hm
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR - Rhonda Kidder (James); 133 Bradford Ln.,
Dothan, AL 36301; 334-794-9403; nativity@centurytel.net
RECEPTIONIST - Debra Owen (William); 1802 Holland Rd., Newton AL 36352;
334-692-5594; nativity@centurytel.net
CHANCELLOR - Taylor Flowers (Carole Lea); 1504 Osceola St.,
Dothan, AL 36303; 334-702-0224 hm
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ENTERPRISE, CHURCH OF THE EPIPHANY (OM) - 1952
302 East Grubbs Street, Enterprise, Alabama 36330
334-347-8210
centurytel.net/epiphany-episcopal
Sundays:
10:30 am
epiphany@centurytel.net
Communicants: 80
VICAR - The Rev. John W. Withrock, Jr (Elaine); P.O. Box 8545, Dothan, AL 36304;
334-798-2368 cl; jwwithrock@comcast.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Charles Block (Bert); 131 Deer Run Strut;
Enterprise, AL 36330; 334-347-6385; chasblock@roadrunner.com
JUNIOR WARDEN -John Farmer (Pauline); 616 County Road 726,
Enterprise, AL 36330; 334-393-3045; farmerh@hughes.net
TREASURER - Peggy Parsons (Bill); 1604 County Rd. 601, Enterprise, AL 36330;
334-347-8065 hm, parsons_pwp@yahoo.com
CLERK - Bill Rhode (Miki); 107 Trenton Ln., Enterprise, AL 36330;
334-348-9753; rhodew@hotmail.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Dianne Walters (Jay); 407 Lake Oliver Dr.,
Enterprise, AL 36330; 334-393-6715 hm; jaywalters@roadrunner.com
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Franklin Drumheller; 309 Briarhill Rd.,
Enterprise, AL 36330; 334-347-9380 hm; fdrumheller@gmail.com
UTO CUSTODIAN - Peggy Parsons (Bill), (see above)
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER/DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - John Farmer (Pauline);
(see above)
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIR. - Cynthia Campbell (Richard); 3619 Oak Ridge Ln.,
Dothan, AL 36303; 334-793-7520 hm; rcampbell@graceba.net
ARCHIVIST - Melissa Donnell (Mac); P.O. Box 119, Bellwood, AL 36313;
334-726-3627 cl, 334-588-3595 hm; oldmcdnl@yahoo.com
EUFAULA, ST. JAMES' (P) - 1838
100 St. James Place, Eufaula, Alabama 36072
334-687-3619
episcopalchurch.org/parish/stjames
Sundays:
8:00 am and 10:30 am
saintjames@eufaula.rr.com
Communicants: 394
RECTOR - The Rev. E. Drake Whitelaw; 306 N. Randolph Ave.,
Eufaula, AL 36027; 334-300-3039 cl; stjamesrector@eufaula.rr.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Gary Jones (Debbie); 123 Stoneridge Rd., Eufaula, AL 36027;
334-687-8507; garyearljones@earthlink.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Denny Holland (Kathy); 102 Ridge Road, Eufaula, AL 36027;
334-616-6027; mkathy@gmail.com
TREASURER - Janice Biggers; 2200 Country Club Road, Eufaula, AL 36027;
334-687-9643; janis@janisbiggers.com
CLERK -Jennifer Hill (Sam); 205 Woodlawn Drive, Eufaula, AL 36027;
334-687-3619; stjamessecretary@eufaula.rr.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Kathy Holland (Denny) (see above)
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EUFAULA, ST. JAMES’, continued
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Joy Bryan (Hank); 134 Violet Pl., Eufaula, AL 36027;
334-687-8779; thebryans@eufaula.rr.com
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER/DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. EYC ADVISOR -Margery Martin (West); 547 St. Francis Rd., Eufaula, AL 36027;
205-887-0167; margerykmartin@gmail.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Ann Wilkinson (Tom); 501 N. Randolph Ave.,
Eufaula, AL 36027; 334-687-4682
CHURCH & FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Jennifer Hill (Sam); (see above)
FAIRHOPE, ST. JAMES' (P) - 1920
860 N. Section St., Fairhope, Alabama 36532
251-928-2912, fax 251-928-3889
stjamesfairhope.org
Sundays:
7:30 am and 9:00 am
kathyletcher@bellsouth.net
Baptized Members: 1,272
Communicants: 1,145
RECTOR - The Rev. Mark H. Wilson (Beth); 7281 Jubilee Ln., Fairhope, AL 36532;
251-990-9013; markhwil@bellsouth.net
CURATE - The Rev. Donald M. Smith (Lloyd); 20342 River Mill Dr.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-990-9236; frdon@bellsouth.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Greer Wilhelm (David); 630 Tuthill Ln., Mobile, AL 36608;
251-422-5708; gmwilhelm@gmail.com
JUNIOR WARDEN -Christopher Baker (Elizabeth); 9315 Wind Clan Trail,
Daphne, AL 36526; 251-626-6020; cdentonbaker@gmail.com
TREASURER - Jim Gambill (Dee); 1313 Lovette Ln., Daphne, AL 36526;
251-626-6147
CLERK - Betsy Hunter; 217 Fairhope Ave., Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-928-7691;
bmhunter@bellsouth.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Augusta Jones; 207 S. Mobile St., #219, Fairhope, AL 36532;
251-990-7753; gustam@bellsouth.net
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Augusta Jones, (see above)
UTO CUSTODIAN - Augusta Jones, (see above)
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES - Meghan Fancher (Corey); 264 Blue Island St.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-929-2343; mfancher1@bellsouth.net
YOUTH MINISTRY - Katherine Seibt, 14 Echo Ln., Fairhope AL 36532;
251-928-2912; katseibt@gmail.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Helen VanAbbema Rodgers (Joe); 102 Fig St.,
Fairhope, AL 36532, 251-928-0869; hvar@bellsouth.net
RECEPTIONIST/SECRETARY - Jodi S. Smith (Brian); 646 Spanish Main;
Spanish Fort, AL 36527; jodismith@bellsouth.net
SECRETARY - Kathy Letcher (Chase); 9901 Glover Ct., Fairhope, AL 36532
251-228-1008; kathyletcher@bellsouth.net
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR - Barbara Melton (Doug); 22151 Hillside Lp.,
Silverhill, AL 36576; 251-947-4746; bmelt01@bellsouth.net
CHANCELLOR - M.E. (Tut) Wynne (Susan), 711 Greenwood Ave.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-928-8589
ARCHIVISTS - Betty Joe Wolff, P.O. Box 368, Fairhope, AL 36532;
251-990-3296, bfowo@bellsouth.net and Jeanne Yancey (Tom); P.O. Box 221,
Daphne, AL 36526; 251-626-9395; jeanneyancey@aol.com
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FOLEY, ST. PAUL'S (P) - 1924
506 North Pine Street (36535)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 1745, Foley, Alabama 36536
251-943-2173
saintpaulsfoley.com
Sundays:
7:30 am and 10:00 am
office@saintpaulsfoley.com
Communicants: 410
RECTOR - The Rev. Thomas Keith Talbert (Lynn); 701 N. Pine St., Foley, AL 36535;
251-970-5420hm, 251-975-7353 cl; keith@saintpaulsfoley.com
CURATE - The Rev. Steven John Pankey (Cassie); 1780 Abbey Lp., Foley, AL 36535;
251-752-0466; steve@saintpaulsfoley.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Wayne Verry (Rita); 8773 Bayview Dr., Foley, AL 36535;
251-943-2295;
JUNIOR WARDEN - Josh Ridgdell (Alescia); 21705 San Diego Ln.,
Robertsdale, AL 36567; 251-550-7189
TREASURER - Page Swift; 30400 River Rd., Orange Beach, AL 36561;
251-809-5691 cl;
CLERK - The Rev. Steven John Pankey (Cassie), (see above)
ECW PRESIDENT - Helen Lambard (Butch); 8606 Bayview Dr., Foley, AL 36535;
251-055-1478
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Carol Ferdinandsen (Alan); 15633 Daughtery Rd.;
Foley, AL 36535; 251-971-1084
UTO CUSTODIAN - Betty Thomas; P.O. Box 8, Foley, AL 36536; 251-943-3773
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER/DIR. of CHRISTIAN ED. EYC ADVISOR - The Rev. Steven John Pankey (Cassie), (see above)
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Diedre Cowart (Al); 15367 County Rd. 87,
Elberta, AL 36530; 251-986-3362; dacowart@gulftel.com
CHURCH SECRETARY - Karla Harmon, 501 N. Cedar St., Foley, AL 36535;
251-943-1922
FORT WALTON BEACH, ST. SIMON'S ON THE SOUND (P) - 1946
28 Miracle Strip Parkway SW, Fort Walton Beach, Florida 32548-6613
850-244-8621, fax 850-664-2327
stsimons-fwb.org
Sundays:
8:00 am, 10:30am
5:15 pm
office@stsimons-fwb.org
Communicants: 464
RECTOR - The Rev. Mark L. Fitzhugh (Cheri Smith); 903 Whisperwood Ln S,
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547; 850-244-8621 w; rector@stsimons-fwb.org
SENIOR WARDEN - Ellen Sheppard (Mike); 5 Sleepy Hollow Rd.,
Mary Esther, FL 32569; 850-243-4318 hm; mes4318@cox.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Jan Palmgren Morris (Jon); 786 Blvd. of Champions,
Shalimar, FL 32579; 850-865-1984 hm; janandsophie@cox.net
TREASURER - Mike Sheppard (Ellen), (see above)
CLERK - Ellen Dodson; 5 Laguna St., Unit 203, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548;
850-226-6290 hm; par4wendy@gmail.com
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FORT WALTON BEACH, ST. SIMON’S ON-THE-SOUND, continued
ECW SECRETARY - Karen Carpenter (Pat); 338 Cherie St., NW;
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548; 850-243-0872; pacgolf@cox.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Barbara Williamson (Aaron (A.C.); 417 Holmes Blvd. NW;
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548; 850-243-0638; bbw@cox.net
ERD REP. - Anne Hall (Joe); 2513 Edgewater Dr., Niceville, FL 32578;
850-897-4097; maryannettehall@yahoo.com
UTO CUSTODIAN - Monica Reed, 924 Holbrook Cir., Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547;
850-243-0474 hm; monicafwb@cox.net
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER/DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Kim Keeler (Jim);
1001 Shalimar Pointe Dr., Shalimar, FL 32579; 850-609-0830 hm;
educ@stsimons-fwb.org
EYC ADVISOR - Kim Keeler (Jim), (see above)
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Lynda W. Cast, 9 Birch Ave.,
Shalimar, FL 32579; 850-651-2591 hm; lynwcast@cox.net
OFFICE MANAGER - Cassidy Coffari; 300 Vinings Way Blvd., 7-301,
Destin, FL 32541; 850-837-0331 hm; office@stsimons-fwb.org
BUSINESS MANAGER - Penny Nelson (Joe); 258 Okeechobee Cove,
Destin, FL 32541; 858-244-8621; finance@stsimons-fwb.org
MUSIC DIRECTOR - John Leatherwood (Belinda); 1060 Lake Way Dr.,
Niceville, FL 32578-1776; 850-729-3132 hm; bandj1060@cox.net
LIBRARIAN - Judy A. Dittrich (Walt); 85 Meigs Dr., Shalimar, FL 32579-2145;
850-651-1347 hm; wdittrich@cox.net
REGISTRAR - Peggy A. Taylor; 6 Poquito Rd., Shalimar, FL 32579;
850-651-4149 hm; Peg30@cox.net
GREENVILLE, ST. THOMAS' (P) - 1859
210 Church Street, Greenville, Alabama 36037
334-382-8914
saintthomasgreenville.org
Sundays:
(Summer:
10:30 am
10:00 am)
stthomaschurch@ymail.com
Communicants: 236
RECTOR - The Rev. Reid T. McCormick (Jackie); 408 N. College St.,
Greenville, AL 36037; 334-382-1177 hm; fr.reid@saintthomasgreenville.org
SENIOR WARDEN - James McGowin (Lucy); 1608 Fort Dale Rd.;
Greenville, AL 36037; 334-382-6137; jimgreenville@gmail.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Ethan Sadowski (Laura); 719 Camelot Dr.,
Greenville, AL 36037; 334-665-4224; ethansadowski@gmail.com
TREASURER - Michael Smith (Lois); 199 Woodland Ct., Greenville, AL 36037;
334-371-2212; michael.smith@corstonesinks.com
CLERK - Lori Neilson (Dent); 384 Woodland Dr., Greenville, AL 36037;
334-382-9105; Lori.neilson384@yahoo.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Staci Anderson (Eric); 519 Claythorne Dr.,
Greenville, AL 36037; 334-382-2079; slpaea@hotmail.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Mary Dearing (Harry); 131 Pinedale Rd.,
Greenville, AL 36037; 334-382-3829; dearing@centurytel.net
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Bob Glasscock (Ellen); 148 Woodland Crt.,
Greenville, AL 36037; 334-382-6691; bobglass@centurytel.net
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GREENVILLE, ST. THOMAS’, continued
UTO CUSTODIAN - Anne Feathers (John); 202 Herbert St., Greenville, AL 36037;
334-382-0229; afeathers@camelliacom.com
EYC ADVISOR -Laura Sadowski (Ethan); (see above)
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Charles Kennedy (Margie); 1040 Ft. Dale Rd.,
Greenville, AL 36037; 334-382-2680; charleskennedy@centurytel.net
CHURCH and FINANCIAL SECRETARY -Lois Smith (Mike); 199 Woodland Crt.,
Greenville, AL 36037; 334-371-2212; chucksmith1@camelliacom.com
CHANCELLOR - Richard P. Hartley, Esq. (Marion); 803 Fort Dale Rd.,
Greenville, AL 36037; 334-382-3659; Hartley@hartleyhickman.com
ARCHIVIST - Herbert Morton (Olga); 2208 Dickens Field Rd.,
Greenville, AL 36037; 334-382-9512; herbertandolga@centurytel.net
GULF BREEZE, ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI (P) - 1957
1 St. Francis Drive, Gulf Breeze, Florida 32561
850-932-2861, fax 850-932-4333
stfrancisgulfbreeze.org
Sundays:
10:00 am
stfrangb1@bellsouth.net
Communicants: 288
RECTOR - The Rev. Christiana Olsen; 133 Highpoint Dr., Gulf Breeze, FL 32561;
850-910-5158 cl; revolsenstfran@yahoo.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Alice Lane (Mike); 1610 Luzon Ln., Gulf Breeze, FL 32563; 850916-4082; alicelane@bellsouth.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Martha McMahon; 2317 Miami Crt., Navarre, FL 32566;
850-936-8740; tinkerboat3@yahoo.com
TREASURER - McGee Lorren (Lonnie); 3438 Chantarene Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507;
850-456-1432; mlorren@osullivancreel.com
CLERK - Janet Wood (Chip); 1292 Sanibel Ln., Gulf Breeze, FL 32563; 850-932-7557;
jad.wood@att.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Alice Lane (Mike), (see above)
UTO CUSTODIAN - Carolyn Martin; 710 Bay Cliff Rd., Gulf Breeze, FL 32561;
850-932-2885; carolynbgmartin@aol.com
ORGANIST - Cathy Griffing (John), 115 Pinetree Dr., Gulf Breeze, FL 32561;
850-937-5783 hm; griffing@bellsouth.com
PARISH/FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Chris Miller (Gene); 1524 E. Moreno St.,
Pensacola, FL 32503; (use office info)
CHANCELLOR - Lonnie Lorren (McGee) (see above); lonnielorren@att.net
ARCHIVIST - Suzanne Terry, 1201 Delhi Cove, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563;
850-934-1806; rterry@bellsouthl.net
GULF SHORES, HOLY SPIRIT (P) - 1984
616 West Fort Morgan Road, 36542
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 2346, Gulf Shores, Alabama 36547-2346
251-968-5988, fax 251-968-3051
holyspiritepiscopalgulfshores.com
Sundays:
8:00 am and 10:00 am
holyspiritep@gmail.com
Communicants: 340
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GULF SHORES, HOLY SPIRIT, continued
RECTOR - The Rev. Christopher V. Coats (Barbara); P.O. Box 2737,
Gulf Shores, AL 36547, 251-223-2424 cl; hsfrchris@gmail.com
DEACON - Deacon Allen Ruth (Ellen), 5210 Pale Moon Dr.,
Pensacola, FL 32507; 850-332-6860 hm, allenrruth@hotmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Dick Reid (Lee); 3656 Prestwick Cir., Gulf Shores, AL 36542;
251-970-2842; rbrler@mchsi.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Bruce Lyle (Sue); 830 W. Canal Dr., Gulf Shores, AL 36542;
251-943-2999; slyle@gulftel.com
TREASURER - Jim Howell (Joy); P.O. Box 38; Gulf Shores, AL 36547; 251-968-7928;
joyhowell@gulftel.com
CLERK - Kathy Burns (Lenny); P.O. Box 2315; Orange Beach, AL 36561;
251-980-2315; burnslj@gmail.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Judy Fraser (Berkley); 716 St. Andrews Dr. E.;
Gulf Shores, AL 36541; 251-948-5500; jfraser218@aol.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Melanie Breckner (Carl); 129 Cluster Oaks Crt.,
Foley, AL; 251-971-1063; melbreck@gulftel.com
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Dan Ratliff; 31883 River Rd., Orange Beach, AL 36561;
251-980-1962; captdan36561@yahoo.com
UTO CUSTODIAN - Lee Reid (Dick), (see above)
DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Susan Nelson (Todd); P.O. Box 883,
Gulf Shores, AL 36547; 251-980-3531; tmarshallnelson@gmail.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Daphne Grimsley; 6061 Colonial Pkwy.,
Apt. 13102, Gulf Shores, AL 36542; 251-968-5988
CHURCH SECRETARY - Sue Lyle (Bruce); 830 W. Canal Dr., Gulf Shores, AL 36541;
251-943-2999; slyle@gulftel.com
JACKSON, ST. PETER'S (OM) - 1952
200 Hospital Drive (36545)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 146, Jackson, Alabama 36545
Sundays:
11:00 am
Communicants: 33
SENIOR WARDEN - Karen Irby (Gary); 220 Charlotte Cir., Jackson, AL 36545;
251-246-4074
JUNIOR WARDEN - Paul Blount; 117 Wilson Crt., Jackson, AL 36545;
251-246-3000 wk
TREASURER - Steve Holland; 418 Golfview Dr., Jackson, AL 36545; 251-246-4655
CLERK - Jodi Page (Richard); 323 Conerly Rd., Leroy, AL 36548; 251-246-5257
ECW REPRESENTATIVES - Mary Kearley; 2027 Catherine Ave.,
Jackson, AL 36545; 251-246-7255 and Pam Gwin; 161 Buckhead Ln.,
Jackson, AL 36545; 251-246-5475; pamelagwin@bellsouth.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Croom Finlay (Louis); P.O. Box 131, Jackson, AL 36545;
251-246-3278
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIR. - Audrey Powell, 219 Blue Springs Cir.,
Jackson, AL 36545, 251-246-3230
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LAGUNA BEACH, ST. THOMAS' BY THE SEA (OM) - 1954
20408 First Avenue
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 7359, Laguna Beach, Florida 32413
850-234-2919, fax 850-234-2935
sthomasadmin@knology.net
Sundays:
9:30 am
Communicants: 116
VICAR VICAR EMERITUS - The Rev. Charles R. Floyd (Celia); 117 Rusty Gans Dr.,
Panama City Beach, FL 32408; 850-234-1931; celia09@aol.com
SENIOR WARDEN - LaBron Chance (Loraine), 136 Crane St.,
Panama City Beach, FL 32413; 850-249-9730 hm
JUNIOR WARDEN - Steve Hackney (Catherine); 113 Bonaire Dr.,
Panama City Beach, FL 32413; 850-236-3993; shacken99@gmail.com
TREASURER - Robert Gitchell (Marian); 207 Southfields Rd.,
Panama City Beach, FL 32413; 850-230-0613; marbob@knology.net
CLERK - Patricia Cross (Carl); 17552 Suntime St., Panama City Beach, FL 32413;
850-249-4859; trishcross@gmail.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Mary Carney; 6909 N. Lagoon Dr., #A-3,
Panama City Beach, FL 32408; 850-236-1004 hm; mcarney@knology.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Cathy Hackney (Steve); (see above) cjhackney53@yhoo.com
ERD REPRESENTATIVE UTO CUSTODIAN - Mary Carney, (see above)
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION - LaBron Chance (Loraine); (see above)
ORGANIST - Sue Wright (Duane); 308 S. Glades Tr., Panama City Beach, FL 32407;
850-233-0378; sueduane99@aol.com
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR - Arlene Mathews (Richard), (see above)
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Loraine Chance (LaBron), (see above)
COMMUNICATIONS - Cheryl Lentz (use office info)
LILLIAN, CHURCH OF THE ADVENT (OM) - 2002
12099 County Road #99, Lillian, Alabama 36549
251-961-2505
adventlillian.org
episcopal@gulftel.com
Sundays
Communicants: 109
10:00 am
VICAR - The Rev. Martha H. Kreamer (Paul); P. O. Box 57, Lillian, AL 36549;
251-962-2432, 251-978-1972 cl; Martha.Kreamer@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Kenny Lomers (Leslie); 10970 County Road 99, Lillian, AL
36549; 251-962-3106; klomers@aol.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - David Long (Evelyn); 14000 Boros Rd., Elberta, AL 36530;
251-986-3445; longwoodfarmdcl@gmail.com
TREASURER - Miles Doolittle; 2892 Spanish Cove Dr., Lillian, AL 36549;
251-961-1504; mdoolsc@gulftel.com
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LILLIAN, CHURCH OF THE ADVENT, continued
CLERK - Lisa O’Hara; 1128 Ridgewood Dr., Lillian, AL 36549; 251-213-5050;
lisamarieohara@yahoo.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Evelyn Long (David); (see above) evelynslong@gmail.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Marilyn McGuane; 34262 Kathryn Dr., Lillian, AL 36549;
251-962-2137; nursemcguane@gmail.com
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Leslie Hahn (Art), 8863 Redfish Point Rd.,
Lillian, AL 36549; 251-961-7522; ljhahn@gulftel.com
UTO CUSTODIAN -Jane Kennedy; 1602 Mattias Dr., Lillian, AL 36549;
251-961-3130; jskkhk@gulftel.com
ORGANIST - Mary Varner (Bill); 9225 Soldier Creek Rd., Lillian, AL 36549;
251-961-7026; bvarner@gulftel.com
CHOIR DIRECTOR - Miles Doolittle (Dolores), (see above)
CHURCH and FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Lisa O’Hara; (see above)
CHANCELLOR - Billy Cunningham (Kathy); 6434 County Road 95,
Elberta, AL 36530; 251-987-1639; wmcunningham@bcmlawyers.com
ARCHIVIST - Leslie Hahn (Art); (see above)
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS, ST. PAUL'S CHAPEL (P) - 1902
14755 Oak Street (36555)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 2, Magnolia Springs, AL 36555
251-965-7452, fax 251-965-7452 (call first)
stpaulsms.org
Saturday:
Sunday:
5:00 pm
8:00 am and 10:00 am
Communicants: 137
RECTOR - The Rev. George G. Riggall (Marguerita); 14413 Island Ave.,
Magnolia Springs, AL 36555; 251-965-7452, georgeriggall@gmail.com
PRIEST ASSOCIATE - The Rev. Walter L. Elam (Ann); 153 Orange St.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-990-3596; wlelam@bellsouth.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Dr. Kathie Carroll (Barry); 219 Orange Ave., Fairhope, AL 36532;
251-455-9201; skcblg@yahoo.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Hamp Uzzelle (Kathie); 26364 Crawford Rd. E., Elberta, AL
36530; 251-987-1938; khuzz@gulftel.com
TREASURER - Bill Spradling (Betsy); 11655 Mockingbird Ln., Fairhope, AL 36532;
251-929-1775; billspradling@bellsouth.net
CLERK - Kathie Damico (Jim); 11429 Mockingbird Ln., Fairhope, AL 36532;
251-990-5937; jkdamico@bellsouth.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Ione Jurkiewicz (Jim); P.O. Box 704,
Magnolia Springs, AL 36555; 251-965-3232; jjjurkiewicz@yahoo.com
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Janet Foote (Michael) P. O. Box 6418, Gulf Shores, AL
36547; 251-968-5725; footeoil@aol.com
UTO CUSTODIAN - Lauren Mote, 290 River Route, Magnolia Springs, AL 36555;
251-965-6725; lomote290@aim.com
ORGANIST - John Hobbs (Gillian) 112 Dunbar Lp., Daphne, AL 36526;
251-626-7400; johnandgillian@bellsouth.net
CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR - Donna Esslinger; 12120 Jessamine St.,
Magnolia Springs, AL 36555; 251-965-7400; talponia@gulftel.com
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MAGNOLIA SPRINGS, ST. PAUL’S CHAPEL, continued
FINANCIAL SECRETARY -Betsy Spradling (Bill), (see above); sprads@bellsouth.net
CHANCELLORS - Jim May (Lisa); 14347 Oak St., Magnolia Springs, AL 36555;
251-965-7257; jimmay@gulftel.com and Hamp Uzzelle (Kathie);
26364 Crawford Rd. E., Elberta, AL 36530; 251-987-1938; khuzz@gulftel.com
ARCHIVIST - Julia Jolly (Jerry); 12193 Bay St., Magnolia Springs, AL 36555;
251-504-5999
MARIANNA , ST. LUKE’S (P) 1838
4362 Lafayette Street, Marianna, Florida 32446-2917
850-482-2431, Fax 850-482-6535
stlukesmarianna.org
Sundays: 7:30 am & 10:30 am
parishoffice@stlukesmarianna.org
Communicants: 142
RECTOR - The Rev. Norman H. Bray (Eileen); 5122 President’s Cir.,
Marianna, FL 32446; 850-482-7885 hm; norbray@yahoo.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Theresa McKeithan (Lynn); 2283 Auburn Ln., Grand Ridge, FL
32442; 850-592-8790
JUNIOR WARDEN - Sean Connolly (Nancy); 4679 Sheffield Dr., Marianna, FL 32446;
850-482-4935
TREASURER - Claudia Smith (Ed); 4456 Decatur St., Marianna, FL 32446;
850-482-7507
ASST. TREASURER - Beth Stewart; 1446 Piney Grove Rd., Chipley, FL 32428;
850-638-7276
CLERK - Diane Shiver; 4362 Lafayette St., Marianna, FL 32446; 850-482-2431;
parishoffice@stlukesmarianna.org
ECW PRESIDENT - Anne Watterson (Alfred); 2776 Seminole Dr.,
Marianna, FL 32446; 850-482-4491
ERD REPRESENTATIVES - Lois Jones; P.O. Box 329, Marianna, FL 32447;
850-482-7671 and Chris Scanlon (Tina); 2611 Alex Teal Dr.,
Marianna, FL 32446; 850-482-5434
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER./DIR. of CHRISTIAN ED. - LaRhonda Glenn (Steve);
2937 Noland St., Marianna, FL 32446; 850-482-3368
ORGANIST - Frances Stone (Isaac); 4608 Willow Way, Marianna, FL 32446;
850-482-4480
CHOIR DIRECTOR - Janice Lanier (Ken); 3093 Joyce Dr., Marianna, FL 32446;
850-526-3062
CHURCH SECRETARY - Diane Shiver, (see above)
CHANCELLOR - Elizabeth Simpson (John); P.O. Box 761, Marianna, FL 32447;
850-482-6600
ARCHIVIST - Mary Robbins (Doug); 5291 Limestone Ln., Marianna, FL 32446;
850-209-4066
PAYROLL CLERK - David Goldberger; 4500 Decatur St., Marianna, FL 32446;
850-482-8331
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MILTON, ST. MARY'S (P) - 1867
6849 Oak Street, Milton, Florida 32570
850-623-2905, (for fax - call first)
stmarysmilton@aol.com
Sundays:
9:00 am & 11:00 am
Communicants: 85
ELCA PRIEST-in-CHARGE - The Rev. Matthew Dollhausen (Vickie); 6841 Oak St.,
Milton, FL 32570; 850-375-4485 cl; fathermatt@hotmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Ann Odom; 2153 Del Barco Ln., Milton, FL 32583;
850-623-9909 hm; 850-516-1775 cl; sailo724@bellsouth.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Joel Hamilton (Elizabeth); (use church address)
jhamilton237@cox.net
TREASURER - Dennis O. Cooper (Betty); 6942 Kapok Dr., Milton, FL 32583;
denniscooper51@msn.com
CLERK - April Ball (Nathan); (use church address) april_ball@mac.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Lindsey Burns; (use church address) lindsey.burns@gmail.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Heather Duncan; (use church address)
floweringorchid@aol.com
ERD REP. - Richard Smith; (use church address) kylefob@gmail.com
UTO CUSTODIAN - Mary Bolden; 4069 Ermine Ln., Milton, FL 32583; 850-623-5115
DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Donna Fanion; 5741 Mill Pond Ln., Milton, FL 32583;
850-261-0607; DFAN5400@bellsouth.net
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Carol Culton, 3785 Legend Creek Dr.,
Pace, FL 32571; 850-994-8537 hm; cculton@bellsouth.net
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR - Elizabeth (Mimi) Hamilton (Joel); 6741 Oriole Ave.,
Pensacola, FL 32504; 941-270-7222 cl; hamiltonmimi@ymail.com
CHANCELLOR - Kenneth L. Brooks (Cathy); 6867 Oak St. Milton, FL 32570;
850-623-3605 wk., 850-626-0420 hm; k.brooksjr@mchsi.com
PARISH NURSE - Cathy Brooks (Ken), (see above)
YOUTH COORDINATOR - Elizabeth (Mimi) Hamilton, (see above)
MOBILE, ALL SAINTS (P) - 1909
151 South Ann St., Mobile, Alabama 36604
251-438-2492, fax 251-432-7679
allsaintsmobile.org
Sundays:
8:00 am & 10:30 am
office@allsaintsmobile.org
Communicants: 416
RECTOR - The Rev. James B. Flowers, Jr. (Katharine); 922 Conti St., Mobile, AL 36604;
251-436-8932; rector@allsaintsmobile.org
CURATE - The Rev. Mary C. Robert; 551 W. Barksdale Dr., Mobile, AL 36606;
251-479-7398; asstrector@allsaintsmobile.org
PRIEST ASSOCIATE - The Rev. Ruth B. LaMonte (Ed); 710 S. Mobile St. #1,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-928-4631 hm; 205-585-7896; rblamonte@aol.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Henry Callaway (Emily); 1110 Government St., Apt. 1;
Mobile, AL 36604; 251-432-5249; hcallaway@handarendall.com
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MOBILE, ALL SAINTS’, continued
JUNIOR WARDEN - Ricky Bradford; 50 S. Lafayette St., Mobile, AL 36604;
251-423-1959; rbradford66@gmail.com
TREASURER - Curt Doyle (Elizabeth); 201 Roper St., Mobile, AL 36604;
251-694-3019; cdoyle@geoengr.com
CLERK - Diana Nichols (Rob); 15 Hannon Ave., Mobile, AL 36604; 251-471-9773;
dknichols2@att.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Betty Bentley (Herschel); 1256 Selma St., Mobile, AL 36604;
251-438-1312; bbentleymobile@aol.com
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Rose Ellen Stanbery (Jack); 262 McDonald Ave.,
Mobile, AL 36604; 251-471-2512; restanbery@att.net
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER./DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - The Curate
EYC ADVISORS - Liz & Scott Kirby; 132 Florence Place, Mobile, AL 36607;
251-447-2047; ehaddock422@gmail.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Jeff Clearman; 2801 Kings Mill Dr. E.,
Mobile, AL 36693; 251-662-3196; jeff@allsaintsmobile.org
CHURCH SECRETARY - Andi Barrett (Bruce); 708 Brannan Dr. E., Mobile, AL 36693;
251-662-1258; aphill4314@comcast.net
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Mary Holbrook (Richard); 701 Norton Dr.,
Satsuma, AL 36572; 251-679-7879; mary@allsaintsmobile.org
CHANCELLOR - Preston Bolt (Sage); 108 Levert Ave., Mobile, AL 36607;
251-478-0241; pbolt@handarendall.com
ARCHIVIST - Becky Wilson; 2006 N. Portier Ct., Apt. A, Mobile, AL 36607;
251-476-4557; rawilson1940@aol.com
MOBILE, CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL (P) - 1822
115 South Conception Street, Mobile, Alabama 36602-2606
251-438-1822, fax 251-433-3403
christchurchcathedralmobile.org
Sundays:
10:00 am
office@christchurchcathedralmobile.com
Communicants: 549
DEAN and RECTOR - The Very Rev. Johnny W. Cook (Mary); 206 Fig St.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-990-6148; dean@christchurchcathedralmobile.com
SUB-DEAN and CURATE - The Rev. Canon Beverly F. Gibson (Mike);
24 Blacklawn St., Mobile, AL 36604; 251-415-0198;
subdean@christchurchcathedralmobile.com
SENIOR WARDEN - H. Winchester Thurber, III (Kathy); P.O. Box 1269;
Point Clear, AL 36564; 251-990-9797; hwthurber@knsagency.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Leslie P. Ladd (Edward); 113 Ryan Ave., Mobile, AL 36607;
251-473-1452; lpl@bellsouth.net
TREASURER - W Kennon Drew (Lisa); 2313 Venetia Rd., Mobile, AL 36605;
251-342-8388; kennon.drew@gmail.com
PROVOST - Carolyn S. Jeffers (Richard); 108 Ryan Ave., Mobile, AL 36607;
251-473-2417; carolyn@christchurchcathedralmobile.com
CLERK - Alice Marie Kracke; 58 Fulton St., Mobile, AL 36606; 251-391-7742;
alicekracke@mac.com
ECW PRESIDENT- Carolyn D. Eichold (Bert); 165 S. Georgia Ave.,
Mobile, AL 36604; 251-438-4984; ceichold@gmail.com
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MOBILE, CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL, continued
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Carolyn B. Stephenson; 161-B N. McGregor Ave.,
Mobile, AL 36608; 251-342-5637
ERD REP. - Samuel H. Power; 5977 Sunny Side Dr., Mobile, AL 36619
251-653-1203
UTO CUSTODIAN - Carolyn D. Eichold (Bert); (see above)
DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Dunn H. Chandler (Steve); 19315 Fairfax Dr.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-599-1011; dunnhester@yahoo.co.uk
EYC ADVISOR - Charles S. McKay (Perri); 3597 Springwood Dr., East;
Mobile, AL 36608; 251-345-7719; chuck@toomeys-mardigras.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIR. - Margaret L. Lyden (Jack); 4204 Carmel Dr.,
Mobile, AL 36608; 251-342-3130; plyden1234@hotmail.com
PARISH SECRETARY - Candace J. Lister (Russell); 235 Pine Ave.,
Satsuma, AL 36572; candace@christchurchcathedralmobile.com
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Brenda J. Stanton (Vic); 2123 Sheffield Court,
Mobile, AL 36693; brenda@christchurchcathedralmobile.com
CHANCELLOR - Harwell E. Coale, Jr. (Betty); 217 Rochester Rd.,
Mobile, AL 36608; 251-471-2625; hcoale@cdklaw.com
ARCHIVIST - Victor Paul Stanton (Brenda), (see above)
MOBILE, CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD (P) - 1854
605 Donald Street, Mobile, Alabama 36617
251-452-9596, 251-452-9596 fax
* current information not received
freewebs.com/churchofgoodshepherd
Sundays:
10:00 am
* Baptized Members: 278
* Communicants: 135
RECTOR - The Rev. Nancy L. Threadgill; 5477 White Pine Ct., Mobile, AL 36693;
251-660-7650 hm; revnancy-cgs@comcast.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Rodney Duggins (Joan); 7260 Ashmoor Dr. N,
Mobile, AL 36995; 251-639-7107 hm; reduggins@aol.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Dyrian Hope Abrams; 754 Elmira St., Mobile, AL 36603;
251-433-5779 hm; dyrian@bellsouth.net
TREASURER - Valena W. McCants; 405 Palmetto St., Mobile, AL 36603;
251-476-9033 hm
CLERK - Gloria Hill; 559 Leamore Ct., Mobile, AL 36617; 251-476-9033 hm;
gloriahill@comcast.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Deborah A. Flakes (Curtis); 6504 Sugar Creek Pl.,
Mobile, AL 36698; 251-634-2520; carlottaflakes@bellsouth.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Anna Mary Winfield (Henry); 181 Vetter St.,
Mobile, AL 36617; 251-473-5723 hm
UTO CUSTODIAN - Emma Alexander; 754 Elmira St., Mobile, AL 36603;
251-433-5779 hm
DIRECTOR CHRISTIAN ED. - Deborah Flakes (Curtis), (see above)
EYC ADVISOR - Curtis Flakes (Deborah), (see above);
curtis.m.flakes@usace.army.mil
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MOBILE, GOOD SHEPHERD, continued
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - James Lacey; 3012 Cottage Hill Rd., Apt 327,
Mobile, AL 36606; 251-604-3115 cl
CHURCH/FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Emily J. Williams; 1122 Hannon Rd.,
Mobile, AL 36605; 251-478-9522 hm
MOBILE, CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER (P) - 1981
7125 Hitt Road, Mobile, Alabama 36695
251-639-1948, fax 251-639-1953
redeemerepiscopal.org
Sundays:
8:00 am and 10:15 am
secretary@redeemerepiscopal.org
Communicants: 191
RECTOR - The Rev. H. Ray Buchanan (Nancy); 2201 E. Pine Needle Dr. E.,
Mobile, AL 36609; 251-666-7034; rector@redeemerepiscopal.org
SENIOR WARDEN - Terry Goff (John); 1030 Oak Ln., Grand Bay, AL 36541;
251-865-4080; terrylynngoff@yahoo.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Mark Roberts (Laura); 2810 S. Richardson Dr.,
Mobile, AL 36606; 251-583-2650; mark.roberts@epiphanydev.com
TREASURER - Lella Lowe (John); 2609 Shay Ct., Mobile, AL 36695; 251-660-0572;
rollread@bellsouth.net
CLERK - Edward Shaw (Diana); 1271 Burnt Tree Dr., E., Mobile, AL 36695;
251-639-1547; ekc4olu@aol.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Vivian Watt (Bill); 10275 Howells Ferry Rd.,
Semmes, AL 36575; 251-649-2517; vmwatt@bellsouth.net
ERD REP. - Muriel Donald (Steve); P.O. Box 1121; Grand Bay, AL 36541;
251-865-0349; murieldonald@gmail.com
EYC ADVISOR - Bridget Archer (Thomas); 15220 Fort Lake Rd.,
Grand Bay, AL 36541; 251-865-1969; bridgetgoff@yahoo.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - David Ayers; 205 George St., Mobile, AL 36604;
251-776-3578 cl; djacksonay@aol.com
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Lella Lowe (John), (see above)
PARISH NURSE - Shawn Lowther (Robbie); 7400 Wilder Oaks Ct. W.,
Mobile, AL 36619; 251-653-1429; sdlowtherrn@bellsouth.net
MOBILE, ST. ANDREW'S (OM) - 1956
1854 Staples Road, Mobile, Alabama 36605-4560
251-479-0336
stablessed2bless@comcast.net
Sundays:
10:30 am
Communicants: 36
VICAR - The Rev. John Hicks (Patricia); 502 LaRose Dr., Mobile, AL 36609;
251-753-9188 hm, 251-295-2270cl; preacherjohnh@aol.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Bill Lauber (Pamela); 3801 Scenic Dr., Mobile, AL 36605;
251-295-8901 hm; billauber@seaconeng.com
JUNIOR WARDEN -Alan Martin (Larraine); 4100 Morhaven Dr., Mobile, AL 36605;
251-554-0433; almart007@hotmail.com
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MOBILE, ST. ANDREW’S, continued
TREASURER - Mike Mann (Debbie); 3928 Saint Andrew’s Lp. E., Mobile, AL 36693;
251-661-3176 hm
CLERK - Spring Waldron; 12 N. Jackson St., Ste. A, Mobile, AL 36602; 251-581-3292
lingling0506@hotmail.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Mary Ann Guthrie; 6525 Bay Rd., Mobile, AL 36605;
251-443-5157; mguthrie@bellsouth.net
ERD REP. - Mary Ann Guthrie, (see above)
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR - Phyllis Findley (Carey); 1124 Hannon Rd.,
Mobile, AL 36605; 251-479-2853; phyllis@phyllisfindley.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIR. - Gretter Diaz-Suarez; 4155 Aldebaran Way,
Mobile, AL 36693; 251-259-0640
MOBILE, ST. JOHN'S (P) - 1853
1707 Government Street, Mobile, Alabama 36604-1194
251-479-5474, fax 251-473-1230
stjohnsmobile.org
Sundays:
office@stjohnsmobile.org
10:00 am
Communicants: 120
RECTOR - The Rev. Thomas K. Heard (Cheryl); 2201 Dauphin St.,
Mobile, AL 36606; 251-450-1099 hm; rector@stjohnsmobile.org
DEACON - Deacon Jayne Carson; 8363 Twin Lakes Dr., Mobile, AL 36695;
251-633-9052 hm, 251-377-5997 cl; deacon@stjohnsmobile.org
SENIOR WARDEN - Janet Buckley; 7481 Bay Rd., Mobile, AL 36605; 270-991-8016;
janet.buckley@wku.edu
JUNIOR WARDEN - James Christiansen; 1416 Brown St., Mobile, AL 36604;
251-473-4936 hm; jamesc1416@yahoo.com
TREASURER - Cindy Gass (Curtis); 500 Dog River Rd., Theodore, AL 36582;
251-479-1616 wk; cindyg@aaronoil.com
CLERK - Nikki Shaw (David Levy); 16 McPhillips Ave., Mobile, AL 36604;
251-433-2274 hm; NShawLevy@comcast.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Marie Brown (Ron); 751 Gayle St., Mobile, AL 36604;
251-599-0185; yvonne.marie.brown@gmail.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Cindy Gass (Curtis) (see above)
ERD REP. - Eugene Johnston (Emily); 4 Elizabeth Pl., Mobile, AL 36606;
251-478-5354 hm; ejohnston14@comcast.net
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Louise F. Daniel; 115 Margaret St.,
Mobile, AL 36607; 228-990-4148 cl; music@stjohnsmobile.org
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Lella Lowe (John); 2609 Shay Ct., Mobile, AL 36695;
251-660-0572 hm; llowe@stjohnsmobile.org
MOBILE, ST. LUKE'S (P) - 1959
1050 Azalea Road, Mobile, Alabama 36693
251-666-2990, fax 251-666-2781
stlukesepiscopalmobile.org
Sundays:
7:30 am and 10:00 am
church@stlukesmobile.org
Communicants: 542
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MOBILE, ST. LUKE’S, continued
RECTOR - The Rev. Dr. W. Kenneth Cumbie (Joan); 172 Hannon Ave.,
Mobile, AL 36604; 251-478-6443 hm; kcumbie3@aol.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Jason Dorval (Becca); 8700 Leven Ct., Mobile, AL 36695;
251-634-0672; jdoval01@msn.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Sean Meares (Mary); 2619 West Rd., Mobile, AL 36693;
251-533-0849; seanm38@yahoo.com
TREASURER - Ray Thompson (Kathy); 708 Natchez Trail Ct., Mobile, AL 36609;
251-661-1907 hm; rayt@raycosupplyinc.com
CLERK - Wendy Wheeler (Marty); 5400 Isabel Way S, Mobile, AL 36693;
251-666-2990 hm; church@stlukesmobile.org
ECW PRESIDENT - Kathy Thompson (Ray); (see above);kathy@raycosupplyinc.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Theles Woodfin; 6012 Theles Dr., Mobile, AL 36693;
251-661-6795; theles@bellsouth.net
ERD REP. - Becky Schulte (Bill); 4458 Suzanne Cir., Mobile, AL 36608; 251-344-8153;
bschulte@bellsouth.net
DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED - Marilyn Fisher (Sam); 2104 Dorchester Ave.,
Mobile, AL 36695; Smbj42000@yahoo.com
YOUTH DIRECTOR - Gail Griffith; 301 S. Monterey St., Mobile, AL 36604;
251-622-7994; ggriffith@live.com
CHURCH MUSICIANS - Val and Bonnie Jean Early; 4860 Woodcliff Dr. N;
Mobile, AL 36693; 251-661-5676 hm; organsing@bellsouth.net
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Wendy Wheeler (Marty), (see above)
CHANCELLOR - W. Boyd Reeves (Gladys); 3755 Rhonda Dr., S., Mobile, AL 36608;
251-342-9509 hm; wbr@ajlaw.com
MOTHER’S DAY OUT DIRECTOR - Cindy Griffin (Jeff); 1050 Azalea Rd.,
Mobile, AL 36693; 251-666-2990 wk; church@stlukesmobile.org
MOBILE, ST. MARK'S FOR THE DEAF (OM) - 1948
6109 Howells Ferry Road (36618)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 180068, Mobile, Alabama 36618-0068
Senior Warden’s Fax 251-675-0174
Sundays:
10:00 am
Communicants: 10
SENIOR WARDEN - Gathia S. Jordan (Eugene); 10555 Celeste Rd.,
Saraland, AL 36571; 251-281-2149; gathia33@gmail.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Francis Shaneyfelt; 130 Durant Ave., Eight Mile, AL 36613;
fran39@comcast.net
TREASURER - Fred A. Waldrip (Sarah); 9860 Shadow Wood Dr., Mobile, AL 36608
251-281-2148; swaldrip46@yahoo.com
CLERK - Sarah Waldrip (Fred), (see above)
MOBILE, ST. MATTHEW'S (P) - 1960
5901 Overlook Road, Mobile, Alabama 36618
251-342-1178
Sundays:
9:00 am
Communicants: 74
PRIEST-in-CHARGE - The Rev. Dennis R.A. Brown; 306 Grant St.,
Chickasaw, AL 36671; 251-680-3181cl, 251-456-8305 hm; rev.dbrown@gmail.com
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MOBILE, ST. MATTHEW’S, continued
SENIOR WARDEN - Rich Reinsch (Karen); (use church address)
JUNIOR WARDEN - Al Hadlock (Pat); (use church address)
TREASURER - Jack Ross (Linda); 1222 Ridgewood Dr., Mobile, AL 36608;
251-344-2471
CLERK - Bea Morgan; (use church address)
ECW PRESIDENT ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Mary Bodiford (Mike); 6727 Queens Ct.,
Mobile, AL 36618, 251-316-0063
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Mary Rodning (Chuck); 4500 Cavalier Dr.,
Semmes, AL 36575
UTO CUSTODIAN ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR -Andrew Atichison (Monica); (use church address)
MOBILE, ST. PAUL'S (P) - 1850
4051 Old Shell Road, Mobile, Alabama 36608-1337
251-342-8521, fax 251-342-6122
stpaulsepiscopalchurch.com
Sundays:
7:30 am, 10:00 am,
11:15 am, 6:00 pm
Communicants: 1,727
RECTOR - The Rev. John H. Riggin (Lauree); 3867 Old Shell Rd., Mobile, AL 36608;
251-343-3763; jhriggin@bellsouth.net
CURATE - The Rev. Marshall P. Craver (Jan); 613 Highland Woods Dr., E.,
Mobile, AL 36608; 251-340-8304; marshallcraver@bellsouth.net
CURATE - The Rev. Reuben L. Rockwell (Erin); 957 Wesley Ave., Mobile, AL 36609;
251-345-9384; reubenrockwell@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Robert E. Campbell, Jr. (Judy); 3970 Wimbledon Park,
Mobile, AL 36608; 251-344-0611; rcampbell@lamar.com
JUNIOR WARDEN -Allen Ladd (Jan); 30 Buerger Rd., Mobile, AL 36608;
251-342-7766; allen@tbmbi.com
TREASURER - Tim Gaston (Arvid); 2305 Ashland Place Ave., Mobile, AL 36607;
251-479-7183; Tim@SDBLLP.com
CLERK - William H. Hardie, Jr. (Alix); 134 Myrtlewood Ln., Mobile, AL 36608;
251-344-5231; whardie@bellsouth.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Faye Mullis (Buzz); 236 Suzanne Cir., Mobile, AL 36608;
251-344-3377; mullis@gmail.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Lee Lee Brady (Cliff); 245 Woodhill Drive,
Mobile, AL 36608; 251-343-7730; leeleeb@bellsouth.net
ERD REP. - Anne Horton; 3750 Oakwood Ln., Mobile, AL 36608; 251-342-2188
UTO CUSTODIAN - Dil Hobbs; 107 McHugh Ln., Mobile, AL 36608; 251-342-9499
DIR. of CHRISTIAN ED. - Lydia Johnson (Wyatt); 250 Dogwood Ln.,
Mobile, AL 36608; 251-348-7665; lydia.knizley.johnson@gmail.com
EYC ADVISOR - Margaret Cadden (Paul); 129 Sandy Ford Rd., Fairhope, AL 36532;
251-610-6696; mcadden@stpaulsmobile.net
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIR. - George Mims (Leslie); 65 S. Ann St., Mobile, AL 36604;
713-410-9748; georgeellismims@gmail.com
CHURCH SECRETARY - Amelia Harrington; 2103 Grove Ct., Mobile, AL 36605;
251-470-0953; ameliaharngtn@bellsouth.net
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MOBILE, ST. PAUL’S, continued
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Brenda Ferguson (Joe); 4104 Ursiline Dr.,
Mobile, AL 36608; 251-460-9081
ARCHIVIST - Carolyn Levensailor; 159 Conway Dr., Mobile, AL 36608;
251-342-3275
PUBLICATIONS - Pam Moore; 237 Rochester Rd., Mobile, AL; 36608;
251-344-9498
MOBILE, TRINITY (P) - 1845
1900 Dauphin Street, Mobile, Alabama 36606
251-473-2779, fax 251-479-7406
trinitychurchmobile.org
Sundays:
8:00 am and 10:30 am
trinity@trinitychurchmobile.org
*Baptized Members: 548
*Communicants: 462
RECTOR - The Rev. L. Bailey Norman (Sara), 54 S. Catherine St., Mobile, AL 36604
251-348-7971 hm, rector@trinitychurchmobile.org
SENIOR WARDEN - Scott C. Rye (Ruth); 301 E. Delwood Dr., Mobile, AL 36606;
251-473-7481; scottrye@hotmail.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Christopher M. Gill (Anne); 251 Levert St., Mobile, AL 36607;
251-479-0357; cgill@handarendall.com
TREASURER - Michel Nicrosi (Ben Harris); 2533 Main St., Daphne, AL 36526;
251-626-8957; mnicrosi@gmail.com
CLERK - Allison Castle (Wilson); 228 Lakewood Dr., Mobile, AL 36608; 251-342-1737;
allisoncastle@me.com
ERD REP. - Mauricio Posada (Bess); 18 Princess Anne Rd., Mobile, AL 36608;
251-408-3218; moposada@gmail.com
UTO CUSTODIAN - Jill Creel (Ricky); 3017 Southridge Rd., Mobile, AL 36693;
251-665-5234; creellimit@comcast.net
DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED.
EYC ADVISOR - Lara C. Wiggins; 50 River Route, Magnolia Springs, AL 36555;
lara.c.wiggins@gmail.com
CHOIR MASTER/ORGANIST - W. Kevin Davis; 2801 Kings Mill Dr., E.,
Mobile, AL 36693; music@trinitychurchmobile.org
CHURCH SECRETARY - Sondra Kahalley (use church address)
secretary@trinitychurchmobile.org
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Kathie C. Wall (James); 369 Gulfwood Dr.,
Mobile, AL 36608; finance@trinitychurchmobile.org
CHANCELLOR - David R. Quittmeyer (Nancy); 52 N. Monterey St.,
Mobile, AL 36604; 251-476-8583; dquittmeyer@handarendall.com
ARCHIVIST - Robert W. Peck (Cheryl); 200 Rapier Ave., Mobile, AL 36604;
hjpeck@aol.com
PARISH NURSE - Nancy Quittmeyer (David), (see above);
parishnurse@trinitychurchmobile.org
MONROEVILLE, ST. JOHN'S (P) - 1922
200 Whetstone Street (36460)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 853, Monroeville, Alabama 36461
251-743-4549, fax 251-575-9813
stjohnsmonroeville.org
stjohns1@frontiernet.net
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MONROEVILLE, ST. JOHN’S, continued
Sundays:
9:30 am
Communicants: 120
RECTOR - The Rev. Sandra C. Mayer; 180 Louise St., Monroeville, AL 36460;
251-743-4549; neweng1@frontiernet.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Dora Pelham; 196 Clairmont Ave., Monroeville, AL 36460;
251-575-2271; dorapel@msn.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Tim Tirey (Haden); 76 Feagin Ave., Monroeville, AL 36460;
251-743-2024; collegeapartments@mchsi.com
TREASURER - Ken Prestridge (Lana); 85 Loblolly Ln., Monroeville, AL 36460;
251-575-7272; ransom@frontiernet.net
DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - The Rev. Sandra C. Mayer (see above)
UTO CUSTODIAN - Caroline Windsor, 315 Johnson St., Monroeville, AL 36460;
251-575-2359; windsorc1@frontiernet.net
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Anna Nettles (Joe); 1586 Pineville Rd.,
Monroeville, AL 36460; 251-743-2019; jnetts@frontiernet.net
CHURCH SECRETARY - Pamela Wiggins (Ricky); 449 Cedar Ln.,
Frisco City, AL 36445; 251-743-4549; stjohns1@frontiernet.net
NAVARRE, ST. AUGÚSTINE OF CANTERBURY (P) - 1987
7810 Navarre Parkway, Navarre, Florida 32566
Mail Address: P.O. Box 5425, Navarre, FL 32566
850-939-2261, fax 850-939-4296
staugustinesnavarre.org
Sundays:
8:00 am and 10:30 am
secretary@staugustinesnavarre.com
Communicants: 134
RECTOR - The Rev. Anthony E. MacWhinnie, II, P.O. Box 5425, Navarre, FL 32566;
850-380-1233 cl; cynosion@gmail.com
DEACON - Deacon John L. Brewer (Toni), 6813 Oak St., Milton, FL 32570
850-981-3522 hm, 850-384-3682 cl; brotherjohn@mchsi.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Brian Lowman; 2745 Avenida de Soto, Navarre, FL 32566;
850-384-0162; bflowman@bellsouth.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - John Tolbert (Carol); 7080 Nelson St., Navarre, FL 32566;
850-939-2824; navarretolbert@aol.com
TREASURER - Donna Narducci; 2074 Sunwood Ln., Navarre, FL 32566;
850-313-6921; donnanarducci@yahoo.com
CLERK - Joann Patton; 2233 Seascale Court, Navarre, FL 32566;
423-883-7248;
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Jan Lovett (Charles); 1338 Calcutta Dr.,
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561; 850-501-9566; delic8flow@aol.com
ERD REP. - Kelly Igo; 1882 Bay Oaks Cir., Milton, FL 32583;
850-686-2631; igobooks@gmal.com
DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Janet Wright (Peter); 2025 Resort St., Navarre, FL 32566;
850-797-0111; peterandjanetw@gmail.com
EYC ADVISOR - Elizabeth Anagoostis; 3175 Laurel Dr., Gulf Breeze, FL 32563;
850-736-6126; biddyboop@gmail.com
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NAVARRE, ST. AUGUSTINE OF CANTERBURY, continued
ORGANIST - O.R. Smith (Eneida); 1420 Champions Green Dr.,
Gulf Breeze, FL 32563; 850-934-2759; smithor@bellsouth.net
CHOIR DIRECTOR - Cynthia Carter (James); 669 Kempten, Navarre, FL 32566;
850-939-4025; ccarter756@bellsouth.net
CHURCH SECRETARY - Joani Garshasb (David); 2047 Jessica Way,
Navarre, FL 32566; 850-936-4981; secretary@staugustinesnavarre.com
FINANCIAL SECRETARY/ASST. TREASURER - Rich Apps (Pamela);
P.O. Box 2428, Pensacola, FL 32513; 850-582-2634; apps.richpam@gmail.com
ARCHIVIST - Virginia Brown; 2154 Colonial Ave, Navarre, FL 32566;
850-939-2665; v.brown6789@att.net
NICEVILLE, ST. JUDE'S (P) - 1958
200 North Partin Drive North, Niceville, Florida 32578
850-678-7013, fax 850-678-0922
stjudes.us
Sundays:
info@stjudes.us
8:00 am and 10:30 am
*Communicants: 223
RECTOR - The Rev. C. Gregory Hein (Cindy); 602 Sparkleberry Ave.,
Niceville, FL 32578; 850-279-6419; frgreg@stjudes.us
DEACON - Deacon Bobby W. Dean (Patricia); 54 Nightcap St,
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459; 850-231-1686 hm; bobdean@gnt.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Jerry White (Kathy); 4241 Bobcat Cove, Niceville, FL 32578;
850-897-7102; lwhite7314@aol.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Jacob Gross (B.J.); 817 Fairway Lakes Dr., Niceville, FL 32578;
850-897-5685; n300hb@cox.net
TREASURER - Gary Witkas (Gloria); 212 Bayberry Dr., Niceville, FL 32578;
850-678-3652; witkas@cox.net
CLERK - Cathy Self (Bob); 4387 Old Bayou Trl., Destin, FL 32541; 850-654-7470;
bobandcathyself@cox.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Marty Lane (Michael); 210 Riverchase Blvd.,
Crestview, FL 32536; 850-682-0105; laneclan@cox.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Gloria Witkos (Gary); (see above)
UTO CUSTODIAN - Mary Ruth Babbitt; 4240 Otterlake Cv., Niceville, FL 32578;
850-897-6621
ERD REP. - Danny Ray (Elizabeth); 1660 Knollwood Way, Niceville, FL 32578;
850-897-6409; Rayfogg@cox.net
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER. - Debra Kosche (Eric); 5823 Houston Ln.,
Crestview, FL 32539; 850-689-1885; dkosche@cox.net
EYC ADVISOR - Elizabeth Ray (Danny) (see above)
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - James Sung; 707 Nutmeg Ave., Niceville, FL 32578;
850-678-8883
CHURCH SECRETARY - Anna M. Wells (Steven); 916 N. Ridgewood Cove,
Niceville, FL 32578; 850-897-7006; info@stjudes.us
BOOKKEEPER - Toni High (Chip); 4565 Castlewood Ln., Niceville, FL 32578;
850-678-1774; tonihigh@cox.net
CHANCELLOR - Bryan Sanders (Judy); 1000 Regatta Dr., Niceville, FL 32578;
850-678-1572; js.niceville@cox.net
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OZARK, ST. MICHAEL'S (OM) - 1957
427 Camilla Avenue (36360)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 955, Ozark, Alabama 36360-0955
334-774-2617
*current information not received
Sundays:
10:30 am
Communicants: 77
VICAR - The Rev. Thomas E. Nixon; 1580 Deese Rd.,
Ozark, AL 36360; 334-774-9116 hm; revdr112@juno.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Linda Clifford; 5258 County Rd. 15, Ozark, AL 36360;
334-445-1450 hm; lindasclifford@aol.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Elizabeth Babine (Jeff); 211 Woodland Hills Dr.,
Ozark, AL 36360; 334-774-7145; babine@centurytel.net
TREASURER - Ken Stephens (Lori); 164 Rowe Ct., Ozark, AL 36360; 334-432-3246
CLERK - Linda Clifford, (see above)
ECW PRESIDENT - Elizabeth Babine (Jeff), (see above)
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Jamey McDaniel; 5257 N. Highway 123, Ariton, AL 36311;
334-762-2282
ERD REP. - Elizabeth Babine (Jeff), (see above)
UTO CUSTODIAN - Linda Clifford, (see above)
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Jamey McDaniel, (see above)
DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Lael Walding (M.J.); P.O. Box 1005, Ozark, AL 36360;
334-379-7184 cl, 334-774-9686 hm; laelwalding@centurytel.net
CHANCELLOR - Clayton K. Davis (Hoyt Earley); 298 E. Broad St., Ozark, AL 36360;
334-671-3990 ofc; cdavis1@graceba.net
ARCHIVIST - Linda Clifford, (see above)
PANAMA CITY, HOLY NATIVITY (P) - 1955
222 North Bonita Avenue, Panama City, Florida 32401
850-747-4000 - Fax 747-4004
holy-nativity.org
info@holy-nativity.org
Sundays:
Communicants: 582
8:00 am and 10:30 am
RECTOR - The Rev. Steven B. Bates (Lori); P.O. Box 27954,
Panama City Beach, FL 32411; 850-814-1843; fr.steve@holy-nativity.org
PRIEST ASSOCIATE - The Rev. Tom Weller (Linda); 2308 W. Beach Dr.,
Panama City, FL 32401; 850-785-8417; twellerpc@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Gayle Ahrens (Bob); P.O. Box 28235,
Panama City Beach, FL 32411; 850-235-4265; tgahrens@bellsouth.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Charles Bonham (Mary); 3000 Kings Harbour Rd.,
Panama City, FL 32405; 850-763-7828; ckfriendly@bellsouth.net
TREASURER - Mark Godwin (Nina); 2140 W. 33rd St., Panama City, FL 32405;
850-785-0855; mgodwincpa@aol.com
CLERK - Madge Smith (David); 123 Sand Oak Blvd., Panama City Beach, FL 32413;
850-588-8320; madge@holy-nativity.org
ECW PRESIDENT - Mary Troxell; 1604 Sydney Ln., Lynn Haven FL 32444;
850-522-1987; mary62troxell@gmail,com
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BOOKKEEPER - Kathy Mills (Chris); 118 N. Claire Dr., Panama City, FL 32401;
850-913-1595; kcmills@knology.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Inge Churchill (Lou); 2635 Ferol Ln.,
Lynn Haven, FL 32444; 850-265-6744; ingelou@bellsouth.net
UTO CUSTODIAN - Nancy Hebert (Dick); 620 Old Forrest Way Rd.,
Panama City, FL 32404; 850-871-6580; naehebert@knology.net
DIR. OF CHILDREN’S CHRISTIAN ED. - Beverly McDaniel; 4423 Schooner Ln.,
Lynn Haven, FL 32444; 850-265-8033; bmcdaniel00@aol.com
EYC DIRECTOR - Judy Dickey (Mike); 708 W. 8th St. Circle, Lynn Haven, FL 32444;
850-248-6624; judydickey@gmail.com
DIRECTOR OF CHOIRS - Marqua Brunette; 106 Harrison Pl.,
Panama City, FL 32405; 850-769-9034; marquab@comcast.net
ORGANIST - John Durgan (Teresa); 3401 Cherry Ridge Rd., Lynn Haven, FL 32444;
850-913-3471; jrjdurgan@bellsouth.net
PARISH SECRETARY - Madge Smith (David), (see above)
CHANCELLOR - Brian Leebrick (Candace); 512 Pickerel Ct.,
Lynn Haven, FL 32444; 850-522-9240; bleebrick@barronredding.com
PANAMA CITY, ST. ANDREW'S (P) - 1914
1608 Baker Court, Panama City, Florida 32401-1900
850-763-7636 - Fax 850-784-7830
standrewsbythebay.org
Sundays:
10:00 am
email4standrews@knology.net
Communicants: 225
RECTOR - The Rev. Margaret S. Shepard (Scott); (use church address);
850-419-7440 cl; revshepard@gulftel.com
DEACON - Deacon Raymond Wishart (Diane); 925 E. Pierson Dr.,
Lynn Haven, FL 32444; 850-265-8379 hm, 850-276-9671 cl;
revraymondw@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Anne Staley; 1434 W. 10th Ct., Panama City, FL 32401;
850-763-6995; astaley06@comcast.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Christine Howk (Mike); 1124 E. Park, Panama City, FL 32404;
850-481-1073; htgram48@gmail.com
TREASURER - Bill Gobat (Shirley); 2813 Woodmere Dr., Panama City, FL 32405;
850-785-1131; bgobat@gmail.com
CLERK - Ruthann McFarland; 24 Harrison Ave., Panama City, FL 32401;
850-215-5230; ruthmcfarland@yahoo.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Kathy Lopez (Frank), 2308 Agnes Scott Dr.,
Panama City, FL 32405; 850-785-9604; ladyk47@comcast.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Marilyn Hermansen; 2412 St. Andrews Blvd., #23;
Panama City, FL 32405; 850-522-6449 hm; mch511@aol.com
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Diane Tate; 822 Moore Ct., Panama City, FL 32401;
850-769-0941;
UTO CUSTODIAN - Marilyn Hermansen; (see above)
DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Lucy Dozar (Robert); 3914 Enveti Ct.,
Panama City, FL 32405; 850-271-8525 hm; dozar@bellsouth.net
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT -
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PANAMA CITY, ST. ANDREW’S, continued
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Bill Gobat (Shirley) (see above)
ORGANIST - Miriam Gladstone (Tom); 4701 Millstone Trail, Lynn Haven, FL 32444;
850-303-3860; tghomes5@comcast.net
CHOIRMASTER - Sue Webb; 702 Kentucky Ave., Lynn Haven, FL 32444;
850-265-4301; psuewebb27@aol.com
ARCHIVIST - Faye Hutt; 907 E. 2nd Ct., Panama City, FL 32401; 850-785-6240;
huttfe@elderaffairs.org
PANAMA CITY, ST. PATRICK'S (OM) - 1988
4025 East 15th Street (32404)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 3061, Panama City, Florida 32401-3061
850-763-7847, fax 850-763-6670
stpatrickspanamacity.org
Sundays:
10:00 am
jjcp@comcast.net
Communicants: 55
VICAR - The Rev. Julia C. Phillips (Richard); 127 Hamilton Ave.,
Panama City, FL 32401; 850-763-7847; jjcp@comcast.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Lynn M. Ferren; 737 Buddy Dr., Panama City, FL 32404;
850-871-5520; llmmff@aol.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Susan Bravo (John); 125 Hamilton Ave., Panama City, FL 32401;
850-832-3052; bravo@knology.net
ASST. TO JR.. WARDEN - Terry Grammer (Holly); 2122 Willow Bend Ln.,
Lynn Haven, FL 32444; 850-265-2366; Harleysurfsouth@knology.net
TREASURER - Pamela Tiernan (Charles); 6116 Michelle Cir.,
Panama City, FL 32404; 850-874-2638; tiernan9@comcast.net
CLERK - Diana Smith (Mike); 204 Sukoshi Dr., Panama City, FL 32404-7710;
850-871-1082; mspcfl@juno.com
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPERVISOR - Lynn M. Ferren (see above)
ERD REPRESENTATIVE- Lynn M. Ferren, (see above )
UTO CUSTODIAN - Susan Bravo, (see above)
CHOIR DIRECTOR - Susan Bravo, (see above)
ARCHIVIST - The Rev. Julia Phillips, (see above)
PANAMA CITY BEACH, GRACE CHURCH (P)-1992
9101 Panama City Beach Parkway (32407)
Mailing address: Post Office Box 9087, Panama City Beach, Florida 32417-9087
850-235-4136, fax 850-235-7955
gracespirit.org
Sunday Services: 8:00 am and 10:30 am
gepiscopal@gracespirit.org
Communicants: 100
PRIEST-in-CHARGE - The Rev. Joseph Alan Hagberg; 6329 Causeway Rd.,
Panama City Beach, FL 32407; gracerector@knology.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Basma Swearingen (Michael); 3113 Preserve Rookery Blvd.,
Panama City Beach, FL 32408; 850-233-0113; bmswearingen@comcast.net
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PANAMA CITY, ST. PATRICK’S, continued
JUNIOR WARDEN - Fred Pope (Jeanine); 3212 Magnolia Islands Blvd.,
Panama City Beach, FL 32408; 850-230-1519 hm; fpope1@aol.com
TREASURER - Sid Eadie (Grace); 3509 Fox Run Blvd., Panama City Beach, FL 32408;
850-230-0858 hm; eadies@bellsouth.net
CLERK ECW PRESIDENT - Phyllis Demo (Bill); P.O. Box 32122,
Panama City Beach, FL 32407; 850-774-7607 hm; gammy.demo@gmail.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Sayre Steere (David); 7311 Emerson Drive;
Panama City Beach, FL 32408; 850-234-2540; sayre1126@gmail.com
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER/DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED.David Steere (Sayre), (see above) dcsteere@dcsteere.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Liz Boswell; 302 Hibiscus Ave.,
Panama City Beach, FL 32413; 850-230-0348 hm
CHURCH SECRETARY - Dawn Briley (Lynn); P. O. Box 27841,
Panama City Beach, FL 32411; 850-235-4136; secretary@gracespirit.org
PENSACOLA, CHRIST CHURCH (P) - 1827
18 West Wright Street (32501)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 12683, Pensacola, Florida 32591-2683
850-432-5115, fax 850-434-8700
christ-church.net
christchurchpns@aol.com
Sundays:
Communicants: 1,291
8:00 am and 10:30 am
RECTOR - The Rev. C. Neal Goldsborough (Carol); 320 W. Lee St.,
Pensacola, FL 32501; 850-607-7626 hm; rectorccp@christ-church.net
CURATE - The Rev. Timothy W. Backus; 522 E. Government St., Unit #1,
Pensacola, FL 32502; 850-791-6544 hm; tbackus@christ-church.net
DEACON - Deacon Betty Jo Breneman; 2396 Brook Park Rd, Pensacola, FL 32534
850-450-3179 cl; bettyjobrenemen@cox.net
RECTOR EMERITUS - The Rev. Canon B. Madison Currin, Jr. (Eleanor);
510 N. 20th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32501; 850-434-1836 hm;
mattcurrin31@gmail.com
ASSISTING PRIEST - The Rev. L. Roberts Graves (Jane); 1302 E. Avery St.,
Pensacola, FL 32503; 850-432-5924 hm; graves5924@bellsouth.net
ASSISTING PRIEST - The Rev. John Phillips, II (Ann); 590 Parker Cir.,
Pensacola, FL 32504; 850-479-3886 hm; jwp2@cox.net
ASSISTING PRIEST - The Rev. Sarah M. Trimble (Henry); 3401 Chantarene Dr.,
Pensacola, FL 32507; 850-456-2472 hm; smtrim@att.net
SENIOR WARDEN - John Hunt (Nancy); 1014 E. Mallory St., Pensacola, FL 32503;
850-438-5549
JUNIOR WARDEN - William Dickerson (Jane); 120 Seamarge Cir., Pensacola, FL 32507;
850-457-7663
TREASURER - Ray Jones (Hilda); 611 N. Barcelona St., Pensacola, FL 32501;
850-438-8878 hm
CLERK - Kathy Horton-Brown (Ted); 1700 Osceola Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32503;
850-438-3543
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PENSACOLA, CHRIST CHURCH, continued
ECW PRESIDENT - Jane Buttram; PO Box 34030, Pensacola, FL 32507;
850-221-9666; j.jbuttram1@att.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Jane Dysart; 4171 Capri Dr, Pensacola, FL 32504;
850-477-3474 hm
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Elba Robertson (Sam); 5358 Conecuh St.,
Milton, FL 32570; 850-623-2182 hm
UTO CUSTODIAN - Rebecca Spencer (John-K); 7278 Rampart Way,
Pensacola, FL 32505; 850-457-9897
DIRECTOR of CHRISTIAN EDUCATION - Jenni Boyden (Jim); 7515 Sandy Creek Dr.,
Pensacola, FL 32506; 850-453-1607 hm; jboyden@christ-church.net
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRIES - The Rev. Timothy W. Backus, (see above)
PARISH MUSICIAN - Kenneth K. Karadin (Jean), 1118 N. Baylen St.,
Pensacola, FL 32501; 850-432-6910; ccpns@aol.com
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR - Tim Heindl (Kelly); 420 Woodbine Dr.,
Pensacola, FL 32503; 850-432-7088 hm; parishadmin@christ-church.net
PARISH SECRETARY - Kelly Heindl (Tim), (see above); secyccp@aol.com
CLERGY SECRETARY - Lois Barnes; 1320 E. Gadsden St., Pensacola, FL 32501;
850-439-1054 hm; clergysecy@christ-church.net
ADMINISTRATIVE ASST. - Lisa Retzloff (Mark); 3407 Connell Dr.,
Pensacola, FL 32503; 850-433-8812 hm; officeassistant@christ-church.net
BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREW - John Matthews (Nancy); 5119 Chandelle Dr.,
Pensacola, FL 32507; 850-492-4802 hm
CHANCELLOR - Liz Callahan (Jamie); 1215 N. Reus St., Pensacola, FL 32501;
850-470-0046
ARCHIVIST - Jane Dysart, (see above)
PENSACOLA, HOLY CROSS (P) - 1974
7979 North Ninth Avenue, Pensacola, Florida 32514-6460
850-477-8596, fax 850-478-4630
holycrosspensacola.org
Sundays:
8:00 am and 10:00 am
office@holycrosspensacola.org
Communicants: 279
RECTOR - The Rev. Jeffrey A. Jencks (Eileen); 4240 Rommitch Ln.,
Pensacola, FL 32504; 850-438-1446 hm, frjeff@holycrosspensacola.org
ASSISTING PRIEST - The Rev. William Ramsey Buice (Lillian);
10100 Hillview Dr., Apt. 4-A, Pensacola, FL 32514; 850-474-6417 hm;
850-206-9571 cl; buice@cox.net
DEACON - Deacon Clara M. Hewis; 1514 E. Avery St., Pensacola, FL 32503;
850-791-6342 hm; cmhii@aol.com
SENIOR WARDEN - John Briscione (Jane); 4250 Rommitch Ln., Pensacola, FL 32504;
850-476-3035 hm; jjjrbris@cox.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Barry Rupert (Linda); 5994 Ridgeview Dr., Milton, FL 32570;
850-626-9421; blr17@bellsouth.net
TREASURER - John Briscione (Jane), (see above)
CLERK - Michele Larson (John); 9680 Coachman Ct., Pensacola, FL 32514
850-607-2380; mlarson100@cox.net
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PENSACOLA, HOLY CROSS, continued
BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREW - Craig Iversen (Rachel); 7970 Lancelot Dr.,
Pensacola, FL 32504; 850-473-0240 hm; Recre8ive@aol.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Siegrid McAskill; 1418 E. Jackson St., Pensacola, FL 32501;
850-432-7040 hm; kmack5@cox.net
ERD REP. - Carole Tucker (Jim); 9663 Hollowbrook Cir., Pensacola,FL 32514;
850-969-1486; tucker8373@att.net
UTO CUSTODIAN - Jane Briscione (John), (see above)
CHRISTIAN FORMATION DIR. - Jan Van Winkle; 10260 Candlestick Ln.,
Pensacola, FL 32514; 850-791-6047; janvanw1@cox.net
YOUTH DIRECTOR - Heather Prentice (Jeremy); 1601 W. Gregory St.,
Pensacola, FL 32502; 850-291-1224 hm; Dadsang184@aol.com
MUSIC DIRECTOR & ORGANIST - Nancy Collins (Chuck); 15 Sugarberry Rd.,
Pensacola, FL 32514; 850-478-0564 hm; ncolln@gmail.com
ORDER OF ST. VINCENT - Carl White (Laurie); 2915 Baronne St.,
Pensacola, FL 32526; 850-292-1474 cl; carl.white56@gmail.com
CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR - Rachel Iversen (Craig), (see above)
office@holycrosspensacola.org
BOOKKEEPER - Ann Young; 3265 Dorian Dr., Pensacola, FL 32503; 850-438-4204;
ayoung@holycrosspensacola.org
CHANCELLOR - Jemison Mims (Beckie); 6418 Michigan Ave., Milton, FL 32583;
850-983-9258; jmims@levinlaw.com
ARCHIVIST - Monica Barnard (Bill); 3440 Schifko Rd., Cantonment, FL 32533;
850-587-6026; monicabarnard@yahoo.com
DAUGHTERS OF CHRIST THE KING - Marcy Winters (Jim); 2925 Greystone Dr.,
Pace, FL; 32571; marcy@roman-winters.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Lorrie Wilkinson (Roy); 4220 Crawford Dr., Pensacola, FL 32504;
850-484-7013; lorriewilk@cox.net
PENSACOLA, HOLY TRINITY (P) - 1952
850 North Blue Angel Parkway (32506)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 17128, Pensacola, Florida 32516-3068
850-456-5474
holytrinitypensacola.org
Sundays:
9:30 am
Communicants: 119
RECTOR SENIOR WARDEN - Ted Kirchharr; 2221 Dupont Dr., Pensacola, FL 32503;
850-476-5100 wk; 341-4674 cl; tedkirchharr@cox.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Clayton Harrell; 5446 Keel Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507;
850-497-1987 h; yakpilot@cox.net
TREASURER - Lucinda Wies May; P.O. Box 17128, Pensacola, FL 32522;
850-492-9525 hm, 850-429-8333 wk; Lucinda@airwareinc.us
CLERK - Sally Crenshaw; 624 Bayshore Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507; 850-458-0043;
crenshs@cox.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Margaret Watson (Don); 1020 Bonita Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507;
850-492-8601; peggles2424@alumni.iu.ed
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Lucinda Wies May, (see above)
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PENSACOLA, HOLY TRINITY, continued
ERD REP. - Sally Crenschaw (see above)
UTO CUSTODIAN - Marjorie Bentz (Bob); 38 Campbellton Ln., Pensacola, FL 32506;
850-455-4020;
DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Claire Kircharr (see above)
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Lona Robinson; 11323 Gulf Beach Hwy,
Pensacola, FL 32507; 850-492-2615 hm
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Elizabeth O’Brien (Pat); 515 Ashley Rd.,
Cantonment, FL 32533
CHANCELLOR - Jerry McGill (Maureen); 2048 Hesperia Way, Pensacola, FL 32505;
850-478-6419
PENSACOLA, ST. CHRISTOPHER'S (P) - 1957
3200 North 12th Avenue, Pensacola, Florida 32503
850-433-0074, fax 850-433-3839
www.scpen.org
Sundays:
8:00 and 10:30 am
scpen.org
Communicants: 627
RECTOR - The Rev. Eric C. Long (Shelley); 4109 Wynford Cir., Pensacola, FL 32504;
850-308-5817; eric@scpen.org
PRIEST ASSOCIATE - The Rev. Susan R. Sowers; 3305 Wexford Cir.,
Pensacola, FL 32504; 850-912-4262 cl; susan@scpen.org
SENIOR WARDEN - Dodi Gampher (Stephen); 4400 LaMirage, Pensacola, FL 32504;
850-484-7676; dgampher@cox.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - N.M. (Skip) Snow (Audrey); 1161 Tamara Dr.,
Pensacola, FL 32504; 850-477-5691 hm; skipsnow@bellsouth.net
TREASURER - Jim Johnson (Norma); 8903 Westside Dr., Pensacola, FL 32514;
850-332-6237; jjohnson@johnsonsupplyco.com
CLERK - Mary Kay Menefee (Chuck); 1200 N. 18th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32503;
850-607-6769; mkmenefee@cox.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Louise Kohr (Alan); 3400 Blueridge, Pensacola, FL 32504;
850-433-7290 hm; louisekohr@cox.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Gloria Nix (Smitty); 3802 N. 12th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32503;
850-332-6297; dixidust@cox.net
ERD REP. - Nancy Kulb; 4070 Dunwody Dr., Pensacola, FL 32503; 850-432-4717;
nkulb@cox.net
UTO CUSTODIAN - Ellen Lea (Chuck); 1505 Bayou Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32503;
850-432-2376; clea56@cox.net
CHRISTIAN ED. DIRECTOR - Shelley Long (Eric), (see above); fourlongs@cox.net
EYC ADVISOR - Vanessa Riutta; 1250 E. Maura St., Pensacola, FL 32503,
727-479-8895 cl; vanessa@scpen.org
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Sammie Tucker (Charles); 3935 Bayou Blvd.,
Pensacola, FL 32503; 850-432-7468 hm; sammie@scpen.org
CHURCH SECRETARY - Val Blackmon (Floyd); 2824 Mandeville Ln.,
Pensacola, FL 32526; 850-944-6810 hm; val@scpen.org
PARISH ADMINISTRATOR - Ed Marsch (Gerri); 3515 Silvertree Ln.,
Pensacola, FL 32504; 850-434-9425; ed@scpen.org
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CHANCELLOR - Amie Remington (Scott); 4125 Tronjo Dr., Pensacola, FL 32503;
850-435-3250 hm; aremington@landrumprofessional.com
ARCHIVIST - Elizabeth Vickers (Norman); 3720 McCellan Rd., Pensacola, FL 32503;
850-432-9743 hm; edvickers@cox.net
REGISTRAR - Jane Winn; 7815 LeJeune Dr., Pensacola, FL 32514; 850-476-8357;
jane@scpen.org
PENSACOLA, ST. CYPRIAN'S (OM) - 1887
500 North Reus Street (32502)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 17165, Pensacola, Fl 32522
850-438-1958
stcyprians@gccoxmail.com
Sundays:
10:00 am
Communicants: 48
VICAR - The Rev. H. Michael Hill (Geneva); 2255 Valley Escondido Dr.,
Pensacola, FL 32526; 850-346-1989; hm.hill@cox.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Cris Turnage;1414 N. Baylen St., Pensacola, FL 32501;
850-293-5641 cl; ctulip@cox.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Ronald Preer; 2680 Heyward Dr., Pensacola, FL 32503;
850-432-4544; r.preer@yahoo.com
TREASURER - Shirley Hudgins; 35 Patton Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507; 850-455-5105;
shirleyhudgins@att.net
CLERK - Harriet Evans; 1360 Pinnacle Dr., Pensacola, FL 32504; 850-497-5832;
eharriet79@yahoo.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Miriam Grace; 2035 Dovefield Dr., Pensacola, FL 32534;
850-476-2658; mgrace7499@aol.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Cora Wingate; 15 W. Blount St., Pensacola, FL 32501;
850-429-7453
DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Nettie Eaton (Amos); 2000 Cameron Dr.,
Pensacola, FL 32505; 850-478-0658; eaton@bellsouth.net
EYC ADVISOR - Robbie C Andrews (Maxine); 1251 N. “F” St., Pensacola, FL 32501;
850-432-6046; robbie@capc.pensacola.org
ORGANIST - Carol Surles; (use church address)
CHURCH SECRETARY - Laura Kay Richardson (John), (use church address)
PENSACOLA, ST. JOHN'S (P) - 1850
401 Live Oak Avenue, Pensacola, Florida 32507-3431
850-453-9076
stjohnspensacola@hotmail.com
Sundays: 9:30 am
Communicants: 97
PRIEST-in-CHARGE - The Rev. A. Marie Butterbaugh (Tim); (use church address)
tb17003@aol.com
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PENSACOLA, ST. JOHN’S, continued
SENIOR WARDEN - Gordon Peacock (Kathy); 900 W. Chase St.,
Pensacola, FL 32501; 850-292-3645; gordonpeacock@gmail.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Jerry Frymire (Demarest); 2810 Bayou Grande Blvd.,
Pensacola, FL 32507; 850-384-1080; rcafrymire@cox.net
TREASURER - Joe M. Loftin (Wynine); 642 Lakewood Rd., Pensacola, FL 32507;
850-453-9076; chicobungalow@gmail.com
CLERK - Laura Stuurmans; (use church address); lzstuurmans@cox.net
ECW PRESIDENT - Brenda Yohan (Woody); 6100 Montgomery Ave.;
Pensacola, FL 32526; 850-453-9076; nannyyo@cox.net
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Sherry Canevari (Ray); 324 E. Sunset Ave.,
Pensacola, FL 32507; 850-501-3428; canevari@cox.net
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Jerry Frymire (Demarest), (see above)
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - John G. Morrison; (use church address)
ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR - Laura Stuurmans, (see above)
ARCHIVIST - John Barden (Lindley); (use church address)
PORT ST. JOE, ST. JAMES' (P) - 1835
800 22nd Street, Port St. Joe, Florida 32456-2298
850-227-1845, fax 850-227-3418
stjamesepiscopalchurch.org
Sundays: 8:00 am and 11:00 am (Eastern Time)
stjamespsj@fairpoint.net
Communicants: 108
RECTOR - The Rev. Thomas P. Dwyer (Lynn); 202 8th St., Port St. Joe, FL 32456;
850-991-0121 hm; vetelover@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Jackie Driggers (Tom); P.O. Box 14132, Mexico Beach, FL 32410;
850-648-8593; jdriggers36@gmail.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Rita Beasley (Roger); 6131 Ganley Dr., Wewahitchka, FL 32465;
850-639-5282; rrbeasley@fairpoint.net
TREASURER - Alan Minzner (June); 7991 Cape San Blas Rd., Port St. Joe, FL 32456;
850-227-3747 hm, 850-527-7487 cl; janalminz@hotmail.com
CLERK - Jo Munn (Bert); 717 Gulf Aire Dr., Port St. Joe, FL 32546; 850-647-2805;
ejmunn43@yahoo.com850-991-0121;
ALTAR GUILD CO-CHAIRS - Lynn Dwyer (Tommy); 202 8th St., Port St. Joe, FL 32546;
dwyerlynn@gmail.com
ERD REP. - The Rector and Sheila Mahlkov; 603 Nautilus Dr., Port St. Joe, FL 32546;
850-227-8313; smahlkov@hotmail.com
UTO CUSTODIAN - Bonnie Quay (Blake); 413 Gulf Aire Dr., Port St. Joe, FL 32546;
850-524-3151 cl; bonbon5052@yahoo.com
CHURCH SCHOOL/DIR OF CHRISTIAN ED. - The Rev. Thomas P. Dwyer ( above)
CHURCH SECRETARY - Kathy Sellers; P.O. Box 13147, Mexico Beach, FL 32410;
850-648-5363 hm, 850-227-1845 ofc.; mexbeachsellers@gmail.com
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Alan Minzner, (see above)
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ROBERTSDALE, ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST (OM) - 1911
22764 Highway 59 South, Robertsdale, AL 36567
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 1137, Robertsdale, Alabama 36567
251-914-6011
*current information not received
saintjohns@gulftel.com
Sundays:
10:00 am
*Communicants:
VICAR EMERITUS - The Rev. John C. Miller (Jan) ; 5644 Buerger Ln.,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-928-8473 hm, marciamorrisette@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Diana L. Campbell (George); 14782 Greeno Rd., Lot 5,
Fairhope, AL 36532; 251-990-5681; dachshund2@bellsouth.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - John Cherry (Nonie); 20697 Pine Forest Ln.,
Robertsdale, AL 36567; 251-947-2430; jwcherry@gulftel.com
TREASURER - Maggie Rhoden (Jess); 19675 Sturma Ln., Robertsdale, AL 36567;
251-947-2940; mlthompson@gulftel.com
CLERK - Rosemary Collins (Doug); 19480 O’Toole Ave., Robertsdale, AL 36567;
251-947-3369; collrosie@aol.com
ECW PRESIDENT - Becky Hammond; 18636 Florida St., Robertsdale, AL 36567;
251-947-4642
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Becky Hammond, (see above)
UTO CUSTODIAN - Millie McGee; 910 Edward Ave., Fairhope, AL 36532;
251-929-1315
CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER/DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED - Mike Anderson (Katy);
410 W. Jackson St., Summerdale, AL 36580; 251-213-5003; Mike36507@yahoo.com
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Bea Livecchi; 20033 Adams Acres Rd.,
Robertsdale, AL 36567; 251-947-2033; The_beahive1@yahoo.com
CHANCELLOR - Jim Powell (Betty Jo); 13100 Etta Smith Rd., Summerdale, AL 36580;
251-947-9494
SANTA ROSA BEACH, CHRIST THE KING (P) - 1986
480 North Highway 393 (32549)
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 1677, Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 32459
850-267-3332; fax 850-267-0769
christthekingepiscopal.org
Sundays:
8:00 am - 10:30 am - 5:00 pm
cking480@earthlink.net
Communicants: 262
RECTOR - The Rev. Francis M. Cooper, IV (Martha); 450 Amelia Ln.,
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459; 850-231-5890 hm; Fmcooper4@earthlink.net
SENIOR WARDEN - John Boden (Carolyn); 42 Indian Bayou Dr., Destin, FL 32541;
850-424-3979; jcboden@cox.net
JUNIOR WARDEN - Kirby Williams (Mary Blake); 394 Driftwood Point Rd.;
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459; 850-650-3304; kwilliams@cphlaw.com
TREASURER - Les Porterfield; P.O. Box 1298, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459;
850-687-0701 cl; lesporterfield@rocketmail.com
CLERK - Colleen Sachs; (use church address)
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SANTA ROSA BEACH, CHRIST THE KING, continued
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Crawford M. Sandefur (Jerry Lancaster);
259 Twisted Pine Trl., Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459;
850-267-3330; Twist249@aol.com
UTO CUSTONDIAN - Crawford M. Sandefur (Jerry Lancaster), (see above)
YOUTH CHURCH SCHOOL SUPER. - John Boden (Carolyn); 42 Indian Bayou Dr.;
Destin, FL 32541; 850-424-3979; jcboden@cox.net
EYC ADVISOR - Tommy Fairweather (Robert); 64 Indian Bayou Dr.;
Destin, FL 32541; 850-269-9861; tommyfair@cox.net
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Adele Armitage; P.O. Box 2248,
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459; 850-231-9945 hm; a.armitage@mchsi.com
CHURCH SECRETARY - Adele Armitage, (see above)
FINANCIAL SECRETARY - Adele Armitage, (see above)
ARCHIVIST - Charlene Lilly (Edwin), (see above)
TROY, ST. MARK'S (P) - 1876
401 West College Street, Troy, Alabama 36081
334-566-2619
stmarkstroy.org
Sundays:
9:30 am
stmarkstroy@gmail.com
Communicants: 167
RECTOR - The Rev. Jeffrey Y. Byrd (Beth Ensor); 403 W. College St., Troy, AL 36081;
334-268-6227 cl; frbyrd62@gmail.com
SENIOR WARDEN - Nina McNamara (Michael); 226 Eagle Dr., Troy, AL 36079;
334-202-3341; nina.mcnamara@gmail.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Burt Brown (Charlotte); 410 W. College St., Troy, AL 36081;
334-566-3676; bbrown410@charter.net
TREASURER - Harriett Pullen (Robert); 401 Murphree St., Troy, AL 36081;
334-672-0527; hpullen@troycable.net
CLERK - Deb Davis (Tom); 111 S. Pine St., Troy, AL 36081; 334-372-1243;
debhotdog@hotmail.com
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Sam Shelton; 1000 Hunters Mount Pkwy., Troy, AL 36079;
334-808-2919; sshelton@troy.edu
ECW PRESIDENT - Judy Dye (David); 417 Murphree St., Troy, AL 36081;
334-566-5149; jdye@troycable.net
EYC ADVISOR - Caleb Dawson (Elizabeth); 301 W. Walnut St., Troy, AL 36081;
662-392-2330; caleb@calebdawson.com
CHURCH SCHOOL/DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Elizabeth Dawson (Caleb) (see above)
ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR - Bill Denison (Jane); 304 W. College St.,
Troy, AL 36081; wdenison@troy.edu
CHURCH SECRETARY - Mitzi Rowland (Gene); 91 County Rd. 2300,
Troy, AL 36079; 334-566-2619 ofc; mitrowland@gmail.com
CHANCELLOR - Joel Williams (Teri); 312 Flavia Circle, Troy, AL 36081;
334-566-4045; joel@troycable.net
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WEWAHITCHKA, ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST (OM) - 1903
4060 North Highway 71 (32465)
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 595, Wewahitchka, FL 32465-0595
850-639-2280, fax 850-639-4760
st.john.wewahitchka@aol.com
Sundays:
9:15 am (Central Time)
Communicants: 55
VICAR - The Rev. Jerry R. Huft (Jacqueline); 325 E. Chipola Ave.,
Wewahitchka, FL 32465; 850-832-2030 wk; st.john.wewahitchka@aol.com
DEACON - Deacon Edward Richards; 1024 W. 19th St., #2-A, Panama City, FL 32405;
850-276-0463 hm; riched@knology.net
SENIOR WARDEN - Joan Townsend (James); 303 E. Church St.,
Wewahitchka, FL 32465; 850-639-3579; suzukibeanie@yahoo.com
JUNIOR WARDEN - Lisa Carter (Roger); 705 Mississippi Ave.,
Lynn Haven, FL 32444; 850-596-7992; carteld@hotmail.com
TREASURER - Alan McNair (Marlene); P.O. Box 266, Wewahitchka, FL 32465;
850-639-2338; mcnair@fairpoint.net
CLERK - Jacqueline Huft (Jerry), (see above)
ECW PRESIDENT - Carol Utzinger; 559 S. 2nd St., Wewahitchka, FL 32465;
850-639-4345 hm
ALTAR GUILD CHAIR - Claudia LeRoy (James); 9109 SW J.A. Daniels Rd.,
Kinard, FL 32449; 850-639-3397 hm
ERD REPRESENTATIVE - Carol Kelley (Jerry); 440 Old Transfer Rd.,
Wewahitchka, FL 32465; 850-639-2855; ckel132465@yahoo.com
UTO CUSTODIAN - Pam Sumner (Bill); 590 Gaskin Side Camp Rd.,
Wewahitchka, FL 32465; 850-639-2280; sumnerw1@aol.com
DIR. OF CHRISTIAN ED. - Jacqueline Huft (Jerry) (see above)
CHANCELLOR - Rish, Gibson & Scholz, P. A.; 116 Sailor’s Cove Dr.,
Port St. Joe, FL 32456; 850-229-8211 ofc; srscholzpsjlaw.com
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THE CLERGY
*attended Convention
**transferred to Diocese after Convention
THE BISHOP
*DUNCAN, II, Philip Menzie (GTS)
Dcn Priest Dio
1970 1970
2001
PAROCHIAL CLERGY
*BACKUS, Timothy W. (VTS) Christ Church, Pensacola
2009 2011
2009
*BAKER, Milledge L. (Logos) St. Monica’s, Cantonment
2008 2009
2008
*BATES, Steven B. (U.So) Holy Nativity, Panama City
2002 2002
2006
*BRAY, Norman H. (GTS) St. Luke’s, Marianna
2007 2008
2007
*BUCHANAN, H. Ray (Duke) Redeemer, Mobile
1984 1985
2006
*BUTTERBAUGH, A. Marie (ETSS) St. John’s, Pensacola
2009 2011
2009
*BYRD (formerly Gibson), Jeff Y. (ETSS) St. Mark’s, Troy
2005 2006
2005
*COATS, Christopher V (VTS) Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores
1987 1988
2006
*COOK, Johnny W. (ETSS) Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile
1984 1985
2003
*COOPER IV, Francis M. (Nash) Christ the King, Santa Rosa Bch 1973 1973
2004
*CRAVER, III, P. Marshall (U.So) St. Paul’s, Mobile
1984 1985
2003
CROW, R. Barry (U.So.) St. Andrew’s, Destin
2011 2012
2011
*CUMBIE, W. Kenneth (MidW. Baptist) St. Luke’s, Mobile
1993 1993
1996
DIXON, Robert P. (ETSS) St. Stephen’s, Brewton
2011 2012
2011
DWYER, Thomas P. J. (VTS) St. James’, Port St. Joe
2003 2004
2009
*DYSON, Thack H. (VTS) St. Paul’s, Daphne
1996 1997
1996
*FITZHUGH, Mark L. (GTS) St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach
2001 2001
2010
*FLOWERS, James B. (ETSS), All Saints’, Mobile
2004 2005
2004
*GIBSON, Beverly F. (GTS) Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile
2005 2006
2005
GOLDSBOROUGH, C. Neal (VTS) Christ Church, Pensacola
*HAGBERG, Joseph A. (GTS) Grace, Panama City Beach
*HARRIS, Martha C. (Emory) Trinity, Apalachicola
1981 1982
1976 1976
1996 1996
2008
2002
2000
*HEARD, Thomas K. (GTS) St. John’s, Mobile
2006 2007
2007
*HEIN, C. Gregory (U.So) St. Jude’s, Niceville
1982 1983
2006
*HICKS, John W. (S Mary EQ) St. M ary’s, C oden / St. A ndrew ’s, M obile
1976 1980
1981
HILL, H. Michael (U.So) St. Cyprian’s, Pensacola
2000 2000
2000
**HOWARD, Cynthia H. (ETSS) St. Mary’s, Andalusia
2007 2007
2011
*JENCKS, Jeffrey A (S. Mary R-C) Holy Cross, Pensacola
1986 1986
2008
*KREAMER, Martha H. (U.So) Advent, Lillian
2001 2002
2001
LONG, Eric C. (Nazarene) St. Christopher’s, Pensacola
1999 2000
2007
*MacWHINNIE, II, Anthony E. (ETSS) St. Augustine’s, Navarre
2008 2009
2008
*MAYER, Sandra C. (U.So) St. John’s, Monroeville
2000 2001
2000
**McLEOD, Sandra K. (GTS) St. Agatha’s, DeFuniak Springs
2011 2012
2011
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*McCORMICK, Reid T. (U.So) St. Thomas’, Greenville
**NORMAN, L. Bailey (VTS), Trinity, Mobile
*OLSEN, Christiana (BDS) St. Francis, Gulf Breeze
*PANKEY, Steven J. (VTS) St. Paul’s, Foley
1997
2006
2002
2007
1997
2007
2003
2008
2011
2012
2010
2007
*PLOVANICH, Ede M. (ETSS) Nativity, Dothan
2006 2007
2006
*RIGGALL, George G. (Seabury) St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs
1978 1979
2004
*RIGGIN, John H. (U.So) St. Paul’s, Mobile
1991 1992
1991
*ROBERT, Mary C. (U.So) All Saints, Mobile
1979 1983
1982
*ROCKWELL, III, Reuben L. (VTS) St. Paul’s, Mobile
*ROHRER, Glenn R. (Methodist) Epiphany, Crestview
2007 2007
2011 2011
2009
2011
*SHEPARD, Margaret S. (U.So) St. Andrew’s, Panama City
1994 1994
2008
*SMITH, III, Donald M. (ETSS) St. James’, Fairhope
2007 2007
2009
*TALBERT, T. Keith (U.So) St. Paul’s, Foley
1994 1995
1994
*THREADGILL, Nancy L. (Seabury) Good Shepherd, Mobile
2006 2007
2006
**WHITELAW, E. Drake, (Virginia) St. James’, Eufaula
1998 1998
2012
*WILSON, Mark H. (VTS) St. James’, Fairhope
1993 1994
1993
WITHROCK, John W. (ELCA Lutheran) Epiphany, Enterprise
2008 2009
2008
**WONG, Peter R. (U.So) Nativity, Dothan
2011 2012
2011
RETIRED CLERGY SERVING
UNDER CANON 3, SECTION 4 (a)
*BROWN, Dennis R. A. (U.So)
Vicar; St. Michael’s, Chickasaw; 251-457-6698
Vicar; St. Thomas’, Citronelle; no church phone
Priest-in-Charge; St. Matthew’s, Mobile; 251-342-1178
P.O. Box 11484, Chickasaw, AL 36671
251-456-8305 hm; 251-680-3181 cl
rev.dbrown@gmail.com
*CLARKE, Jr., Ward S. (Private Study) (Dorothy)
Vicar; St. Matthew’s, Chipley; 850-638-7837
1232 South Blvd., Chipley, FL 32428
P.O. Box 345, Chipley, FL 32428
850-638-1013 hm
wdservice@bellsouth.net
*ELAM, III, Walter L. (U.So) (Anne)
Priest Associate; St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs; 251-965-7452
153 Orange St, Fairhope, AL 36532
251-990-3596 hm; 251-510-9577 cl
wlelam@bellsouth.net
1983
1984
1983
1980
1989
1984
1982
1982
2000
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THE CLERGY
*GRAVES, L. Roberts (VTS) (Jane)
Priest-in-Charge/Chaplain; Chapel of St. Dismas, Atmore
Assisting Priest; Christ Church, Pensacola
1302 E. Avery St, Pensacola, FL 32503
850-432-5924 hm
*HUFT, Jerry R. (TESM) (Jacqueline)
Vicar; St. John, Wewahitchka; 850-639-2280
235 E. Chipola Ave
P.O. Box 595, Wewahitchka, FL 32465
850-639-2280 hm; 850-832-2030 cl
st.john.wewahitchka@aol.com
*NIXON, Thomas E. (EDS)
Vicar; St. Michael’s, Ozark; 334-774-2617
1580 Deese Road, Ozark, AL 36360
334-774-9116 hm; 334-732-5056 cl
revdr112@juno.com
*PHILLIPS, Julia C. (ETSBH) (Richard)
Vicar; St. Patrick’s, Panama City; 850-769-1188
127 Hamilton Ave, Panama City, FL 32401-3815
850-763-7847 hm
jjcp@comcast.net
PORTER, Roger C. (VTS) (June)
Vicar; St. Francis, Dauphin Island 251-861-2300
6500 Middleburg Crt., Mobile, AL 36608
251-344-0794 hm
1963
1964
1984
1980
1981
1984
1982
1983
1982
1989
1990
1989
1960
1961
1971
NON-CANONICAL RETIRED CLERGY SERVING
UNDER CANON 3, SECTION 4 (a)
*GENTRY, B. Massey (Jan)
Priest-in-Charge; St. Peter’s, Bon Secour; 251-949-6254
209 Orange Ave, Fairhope, AL 36532
251-928-4290 hm, 251-459-4169 cl
padre5000@hotmail.com; mjfair6308@att.net
Texas
NON-PAROCHIAL CLERGY
BALDWIN, Gary L. (Kathy)
Interim Rector, St. David’s, Glenview, IL
1105 Shermer Road, Glenview, IL 60025
224-616-3030 hm; 251-363-0463 cl
frgary@gmail.com
1988 1988 2003
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DRINKWATER, Michael P., (GTS)
2012
2012
Transitional Deacon, St. John Cathedral, Albuquerque, NM 87102
P. O. Box 1246 (318 Silver SW - 87102),
Albuquerque, NM 87103
505-247-1581 ch 850-497-2984 cl;
michael.p.drinkwater@gmail.com;
HILL, Harry H. (VTS)
1992 1992 2004
Curate for Pastoral Care, Church of the Incarnation, Dallas, TX
3966 McKinney Avenue (church address)
Dallas, TX 75204
214-521-5101 ch
hhill@incarnation.org
HYER, Darin S. (Emery)
2011 2012 2011
4127 Argenta Way, Pensacola, FL 32504
850-261-8112 cl; darin_hyer@yahoo.com
LOCKETT, Donna A. (ETSS)
1017 Maplewood Ave., Ambridge, PA 15003
334-467-8789 cl
dalockett1017@gmail.com
MATHEWS, Joseph P. (GTS)
Transitional Deacon
950 Redwood Shores Parkway, Apt A 302
Redwood City, CA 94065
706-315-8841 cl
josephpmathews@gmail.com
McMAHAN, Larry W. (Yale)
3902 E. Jamie Ln, Bloomington, IN 47401
812-333-0610 hm
ROWE, Jacquelyn G. (GTS)
Vicar, St. Clement’s, Belford, NJ, 732-787-2374
304 Church St., Belford, NJ 07718
732-788-8280; revjrowe@yahoo.com
VALCOURT, Theodore P-F. (Interdenominational) (Rosalyn)
Chaplain/Captain - Schofield Barracks
theodore.valcourt@us.army.mil
Rosalyn and family home address
177 Ohata Crt, Unit 101, Wahiwa, HI 96786
808-220-7325 hm
ilovetttjr@aol.com
WALLACE, John R. (ETSS) (Trisha)
Priest-in-Charge; Holy Nativity, Rockledge, PA; 215-663-9903
736 11th Ave., Prospect Park, PA 19076
850- 525-6220 cl; bfbjrw@aol.com
2003 2004 2003
2011
2011
1972 1973 1993
1998 1998 2003
2007 2007 2007
2003 2004 2004
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THE CLERGY
*WARDE, Erin J. (ETSS)
Curate; St. Paul’s, Waco, TX
Campus Missioner, Baylor Student Center, Waco, TX
515 Columbus Avenue, Waco, TX 76701 (St. Paul’s)
254-753-4501; erinjean@stpaulswaco.org
2105 Austin Avenue, Waco, TX 76701 (home)
254-424-6212 cl; erinjeanwarde@gmail.com
2011 2012 2011
DEACONS
BRENEMEN, Betty Jo, (CGC)
Christ Church, Pensacola; 850-432-5115
2396 Brook Park Rd., Pensacola, FL 32534
850-450-3179 cl; bettyjobrenemen@cox.net
*BREWER, John L. (Toni), (CGC)
St. Augustine, Navarre; 850-939-2261
6813 Oak St., Milton, FL 32570
850-981-3322 hm, 850-384-3682 cl; brotherjohn@mchsi.com
CARSON, R. Jayne (CGC)
St. John’s, Mobile; 251-479-5474; deacon@stjohnsmobile.org
8363 Twin Lakes Dr., Mobile, AL 36695
251-633-9052 hm, 251-377-5997 cl;
jaynecarson@bellsouth.net;
DEAN, Bobby W. (Patricia), (CGC)
St. Jude’s, Niceville; 850-678-7013
54 Nightcap St., Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
850-231-1686 hm; bobdean@gnt.net
*McKEE, Susan R., (CGC) (formerly Susan Douglas)
St. Peter’s, Bon Secour; 251-949-6254
213 W. Pedigo Ave., Foley, AL 36535
251-943-3932 hm, 251-978-3779 cl; foleysue@gulftel.com
*HEWIS, Clara M., (CGC)
Holy Cross, Pensacola; 850-477-8596
1514 E. Avery St., Pensacola, FL 32503
850-791-6342 hm; 850-304-3083 cl; cmhii@aol.com
*RICHARDS, Edward T., (CGC)
St. John, Wewahitchka; 850-639-2280
1025 W. 19th St. #2-A, Panama City, FL 32405
850-769-7275 hm, 850-276-0460 cl; riched@knology.net
*WISHART, Raymond D. (Diane), (CGC)
St. Andrew’s, Panama City; 850-763-7636
925 E. Pierson Dr., Lynn Haven, FL 32444
850-265-8379 hm, 850-276-9671 cl;
revraymondw@gmail.com
Dcn
Dio
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
THE CLERGY
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RETIRED CLERGY
BAUM, Denis B. (ETS) (Judith)
1963
532 Skyline Ave., N. Little Rock, AR 72116
501-353-0946 hm
baum532@comcast.net
BETENBAUGH, Helen R. (Perkins)
1996
1025 Elm Dr., Providence Village, TX 76227
940-365-2225 cl
hbwheels@aol.com
BOGAN, III, L. Eugene (ETSS) (Elena)
1961
3387 Gulf Breeze Pkwy., Gulf Breeze, FL 32563
850-932-4685 hm, 850-712-8989 cl
genebogan@hotmail.com
BRIGHT, Carl C. (U.So) (Caroline)
1976
198 Beardsley Crt., Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
256-381-2346 hm
BROWN, Ashmun N. (Rita)
1984
3516 Rossmere Rd., Pt. Charlotte, FL 33953
BUSH, Arnold A. (U.So) (Zoe)
1962
1109 Bristol Way, Birmingham, AL 35242
205-747-0422 hm, 850-865-6420 Arnold cl, 850-642-2155 Zoe cl
revaab@earthlink.net; zoehbush@earthlink.net
CURRIN, Jr., B. Madison (Duke) (Eleanor)
1958
Rector Emeritus; Christ Church, Pensacola
510 N. 20th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32501
850-434-1836 hm
mattcurrin31@gmail.com
DAY, Dennis L. (Seabury) (Marjorie)
1961
199 North Ingleside St.
P.O. Box 2066, Fairhope, AL 36532-2066
251-929-0125 hm
dlday199@lycos.com
*DOUGLAS, Dorothy R. (U.So)
1997
5904 Woodvale Dr., Mobile, AL 36608
251-342-9236 hm; 251-604-3089 cl
intheyard2@yahoo.com,
DURST, Lester E. (VTS) (Carolyn)
1990
5409 Twin Creeks Dr., Valrico, FL 33596
813-643-4983 hm, 850-712-0955 cl
lester.durst@gmail.com
FLOYD, Charles R. (U.So ) (Celia)
1990
Vicar Emeritus; St. Thomas, Laguna Beach; 850-234-2919
117 Rusty Gans Dr., Panama City Beach, FL 32408
850-234-1931 hm, 850-896-2000
celia09@aol.com
1963
1984
1997
2004
1962
1972
1976
1990
1991
2004
1963
1995
1959
1971
1961
1979
1998
1997
1991
2002
1991
1990
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THE CLERGY
GILBERT, Jr., George A. (BTS) (Judy)
1978
(Azalea Trace)
10100 Hillview Rd., # 432, Pensacola, FL 32514
850-542-0498 hm; 850-255-8113 cl
epivicar1@cox.net
GRAHAM, W. Newell (Nashotah) (Mary Hair)
1963
771 Simon Park Cir., Lawrenceville, GA 30045
678-377-8732 hm
rbxmary@aol.com
GREISER, Ronald E. (U.So) (Rita)
1977
160 Sunny Ridge Rd., Hendersonville, NC 28739-9453
828-606-7833 cl
rongreiser@gmail.com
Winter Home: 5601 Oak Ridge Ave., New Port Richey, FL 34652
HICKENLOOPER, A. Morgan (ETSS) (Mary Kennedy)
1993
917 Cobia Dr., Panama City Beach 32408
P.O. Box 27120, Panama City Beach, FL 32411
850-236-4684 hm, 850-774-3843 cl,
amhlooper@gmail.com
INGE, F. Coleman (U.So) (Jean)
1956
Assisting Priest, Redeemer, Mobile; 251-639-1948
1117 Williamsburg Dr., Mobile, AL 36695
251-607-7975 hm
theinges@bellsouth.net
JAMES, C. Scott (VTS) (Sylvia)
1968
230 Elklore Ave., Estill Springs, TN 37330
931-967-6587 hm
ssjames@bellsouth.net
JAMES, William E. (U.So)
1965
1530 University Dr., NE, Apt #15, Atlanta, GA 30306
404-290-4589 hm; 251-228-6158 cl
*KENNINGTON, S. Albert (U.So) (Nancy)
1974
Priest Associate, St. Paul’s, Daphne; 251-626-2421
212 Margaret Dr., Fairhope, AL 36532
251-928-4413 hm, 251-591-3505 cl,
revsak@gmail.com
KLOPFENSTEIN, Timothy D. (U.So) (Hannah)
1984
106 Galaxy Ave., Bonaire, GA 31005
478-278-6073 hm
timklop@yahoo.com
KNIGHT, Joseph S. (NOBS) (Anne)
1988
436 Lapley St., Selma, AL 36701
334-874-7128 hm
hazenone@bellsouth.net
1980
1999
1963
1987
1977
1990
1993
2001
1957
1971
1969
1996
1966
1979
1975
1974
1985
1984
1989
2000
THE CLERGY
LAKEMAN, T. Edmund (ETSS) (Linda)
127 Oak Bend Crt., Fairhope, AL 36532-6314
251-990-5580 hm, 251-990-2665 fax
LEIFUR, Teresa B. (Emory) (Duane)
Director of Pastoral Services, W. FL. Hospital
1110 East Gadsden St., Pensacola, FL 32501
850-434-0628 hm, 850-494-6916 wk, 850-723-6247 cl
tleifur@gmail.com
LINDSTROM, Jr., D. Fredrick (VTS) (Marcia)
269 Rainbow Falls Rd., Franklin, NC 28734
828-349-4955 hm
frfredl@gmail.com
McDOWELL-FLEMING, David H. (GTS) (Martha)
3560 Briar Cliff Dr., Pensacola, FL 32505
850-469-1836 hm; 850-516-1468 cl
aususadm@cox.net
McLUEN, Roy E. (U.So) (Kathy)
7465 S 114th Street., Seattle, WA 98178
206-257-0083 hm; 425-301-7325 cl
rkmcluen2@gmail.com
MILLER, John C. ( U.So) (Jan)
5644 Buerger Ln., Fairhope, AL 36532
251-928-8473 hm
marciamorrisette@gmail.com
MORGAN, George G. (U.So) (Jan)
1801 Champlin Dr., Apt 503, Little Rock, AR 72223
501-830-3092
MURRAY, III, John W. (VTS) (Sara Ann)
11 George St., Charleston, SC 29401
843-853-0201 hm, 843-853-0201 cl
mail@fantasiabb.com
*PHILLIPS, II, John W. (ETSS) (Ann)
Assisting Priest, Christ Church, Pensacola
590 Parker Cir., Pensacola, FL 32504
850-479-3886 hm
jwp2@cox.net
*POWERS, David A. (U.So) (Celeste)
959 Charleston St., Mobile, AL 36604
251-432-7293 hm
mcpowers11@juno.com
PRUITT, Albert W. (GTS) (Ellanor)
729 Brown Place., Decatur, GA 30030
850-261-2362 cl
prugts422@aol.com
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1959
1960
1972
1995
1996
1995
1969
1970
1998
1987
1988
1987
1990
1991
2002
1989
1990
1989
1995
1996
1995
1967
1968
1983
1960
1961
1976
1973
1974
1995
2000
2001
2000
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THE CLERGY
SCHMIDT, Richard H. (Vanderbilt) (Pam)
1970
101 Fairwood Blvd., Fairhope, AL 36532
251-517-9136 hm; 513-846-2492 cl; 513-846-2532 cl (Pam)
rhsphs@gmail.com
SCHROETER, George H. (VTS)
1956
500 Spanish Fort Blvd., Apt 29, Spanish Fort, AL 36527
251-626-4429 hm
gschroeter@wvsf.org
SCHULENBERG, Michael A. (ETS) (Karen)
1969
715 N. High St., Lake City, MN 55041
651-345-2179 hm
masschulenberg@hotmail.com
STARR, Mark L. (Princeton) (Barbara)
1981
41 Olympic Blvd., Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 390-5648 hm; (360) 359-1300 cl
starr@shc.edu
TIPTON, Harry S. (Seabury)
1965
129 Camelot Ct., Crestview, FL 32539
850-682-3884 hm
revaroamin@yahoo.com
TOTMAN, Glenn P. (VTS) (Nancy)
1963
493 Chandler Rd., Chehalis, WA 98532
360-748-8232 wk, 360-291-2011 hm
glenn004@centurytel.net
TRIMBLE, Sarah M. (VTS) (Henry)
1989
Assisting Priest, Christ Church, Pensacola
3401 Chantarene Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507
850-456-2472 hm
smtrim@att.net
VANDORT, Herbert J. (Bexley)
1950
3819 N. 12th Ave., Pensacola, FL 32503
850-433-2730 hm
WATKINS, Jane A. (John)
1989
1098 Chandelle Lake Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507
850-492-8444 hm; 850-982-3808 cl
jandy4@cox.net
WAVE, John E. (U.So) (Mary June)
1967
Assisting Priest, St. Andrew’s, Panama City
3615 Phillips Ln., Panama City, FL 32404
850-784-9887 hm; 850-890-1531 cl
maryjohn728@aol.com
WELLER, Jr., Thomas C. (Luth.TX) (Linda)
1983
Priest Associate, Holy Nativity, Panama City; 850-747-4000
2308 West Beach Dr., Panama City, FL 32401
850-785-8417 hm, 850-532-0114 cl
twellerpc@knology.net; fr.tomhnec@holy-nativity.org
1970
1990
1957
1971
1970
1992
1981
2005
1966
1991
1964
1997
1990
2001
1950
1971
1990
2003
1968
1990
1983
1984
THE CLERGY
WILKINS, A. Ellis (U.So) (Virginia)
6604 Carolina Ct., Mobile, AL 36695-2605
251-639-0220 hm virlis@bellsouth.net
WOMELSDORF, Charles S. (Nashotah) (Sarah)
327 Honeysuckle Hill, Tallassee, AL 36078
334-857-2816 hm; cwom00@windstream.net
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1981
1982
1981
1968
1969
1991
RETIRED BISHOPS
BIGGERS, Jackson C. (Assistant Bishop, Upper Shire, Malawi)
Box 967, Zomba, Malawi
(Azalea Trace - 3 months in Summer)
10100 Hillview Rd., Apt 537, Pensacola, FL 32514
850-475-8717 hm
jackc.biggers@yahoo.com
DUVALL, Charles F. (Nancy) (II Bishop of the Central Gulf Coast)
104 Wildeoak Tr., Columbia, SC 29223
803-419-7484 hm
cfdbish8101@aol.com
JONES, III, Charles I. (Ashby) (Diocese of Montana)
P.O. Box 86, Gulf Shores, AL 36547 (CGC address)
5407 Kerr Dr., Helena, MT 59602 (Permanent address)
406-442-0345 cl
bpci@aol.com
WOOD, Milton L. (Ann) (Vice-President and Executive for Adminstration,
The Episcopal Church) P.O. Box 820, Elberta, AL 36530
251-987-1334 hm
RETIRED DEACON
WHEELER, Kathryn B. (Diaconate study) (Daniel)
973 W. Bayshore Dr., St. George's Island, FL 32328
850-927-5067 hm; 850-370-0970 cl
kaybwheeler@hotmail.com
1999
/
2004
HONORARY POSITION
DUNNAM, T. Mark (Dottie), (Honorary Canon to the Ordinary)
James’ Episcopal Church, Via B, Rucellai, 9, 50123
Florence, Italy; (+39) 055 29 44 17
rector@stjames.it
1972 1973
1981
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THE CLERGY
NON-CANONICALLY RESIDENT CLERGY
LICENSED TO OFFICIATE
Canonical Residence
BONEY, Sam A. (Marcia) retired
Mississippi
10100 Hillview Dr., Apt. 433, Pensacola, FL 32514-5458
850-476-1333 hm
BRANSCOMB, Jr., W. Maurice (Joan) retired
Alabama
532 Ariel Ave., West, Foley, AL 36535
251-971-3733 hm
BUICE, William R. (Lillian) retired
Honduras
Assisting Priest, Holy Cross, Pensacola; 850-477-8596
(Azalea Trace) 10100 Hillview Dr., Apt 4-A, Pensacola, FL 32514
850-474-6417 hm, 850-206-9571 cl
buice@cox.net
DUNN, Sr., Patrick H. (Phyllis) retired
Mississippi
4030 Perch Point Dr., Mobile, AL 36605
251-478-2246 hm; 251-404-4199 cl
h2ode52@aol.com
*ERICSON, William D. (Millie) retired
Michigan
(Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores, October - April; 251-968-5988)
514 Americas Way #3087
Box Elder, South Dakota 57719
517-242-2743 cl
billericson@yahoo.com
GOLDSMITH, Maurice L. (Carolyn) retired
Texas
732 Montgomery Dr., Birmingham, AL 35213
205-802-7940 hm, 205-873-3723 cl
goldsmith_r@bellsouth.net
*LaMONTE, Ruth B. (Ed)
Alabama
Priest Associate, All Saint’s, Mobile; 251-438-2492
710 South Mobile St., #1, Fairhope, AL 36532
251-928-4631 hm; 205-585-7896
rblamonte@aol.com
LORD, J. Raymond retired
Kentucky
3001 Myrshire Dr., Pensacola, FL 32506
542-7248 hm; (270) 244-0432 cl
raymondlord@bellsouth.net
LUCKETT, Jr., David S. (Jan) retired
Mississippi
4241 Otterlake Cv., Niceville, FL 32578
850-897-6700 hm; 850-585-9287 cl
david.s.luckett@standrewsbtsepiscopal.org; jldl1@cox.net
*McDONALD, Mark W. (Joni)
Western Louisiana
Priest-in-Charge, Trinity, Atmore; 251-368-5933
Priest-in-Charge, Immanuel, Bay Minette; 251-937-7900
106 McIntosh Bluff Rd., Fairhope, AL 36532
251-990-9272 hm; 251-213-0486 cl
mwmcdonald@me.com
THE CLERGY
MOORE, Michael Stanley (Jo) retired
4615 Baybrook Dr., Pensacola, FL 32514
850-475-5386 hm, 850-529-6871 cl
mikenjo@cox.net
NICHOLS, III, Robert G. (Diana)
15 Hannon Ave., Mobile, AL 36604
251-471-9773 hm, 251-402-6093 cl
robbie0216@comcast.net
SANDERS, James L. (Sally) retired
32968 Steelwood Ridge Rd., Loxely, AL 36551
hm 251-964-7771, cell 251-421-1282
sallys@gulftel.com
*SOWERS, Susan R. (VTS)
Priest Associate, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola; 850-433-0074
3305 Wexford Circle, Pensacola, FL 32504
850-912-4262 cl
susan@scpen.org
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Rio Grande
Texas
East Tennessee
Virginia
RESIDENT CLERGY IN COMMUNION WITH THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Roster of Record
*DOLLHAUSEN, Matthew M. (LTSS) (Vickie)
Florida-Bahamas Synod (ELCA)
Priest-in-Charge, St. Mary’s, Milton; 850-623-2905
6841 Oak St., Milton, FL 32570
850-375-4485 cl; fathermatt@hotmail.com
NON-CANONICALLY RESIDENT DEACONS
Canonical Residence
BURKE, Geneva F., retired
3300 W. Scott St., # 9B, Pensacola, FL 32505
850-470-0233 hm
GIESELER, Mary M.
5927 Couton Dr., Mobile, AL 36693
228-696-9224 wk; 251-602-1805 hm; 601-394-7256 cl
mmgieseler@gmail.com
RUTH, Allen R. (Ellen)
(Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores, July - February; 251-968-5988)
5210 Pale Moon Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507
850-332-6860 hm; 239-216-0552 cl
allenrruth@hotmail.com
Michigan
Mississippi
Southwest Florida
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THE CLERGY
SMITH, Joan Barr (Wayne)
(November through April)
1591 Flowing Well Rd., Bonifay, FL 32425
850-547-4850 hm, 847-334-1848 cl
joanbarr@aol.com
133 Griffin Rd., Deerfield, NH 03037 (Permanent address)
603-463-5627 hm, 847-334-1848 cl
Chicago
SURVIVING SPOUSES OF CLERGY
ABBOT, Portia (Mrs. Taylor)
Alabama
500 Spanish Fort Blvd., #240, Spanish Fort, AL 36527
ALLENDER, Carolyn (Mrs. Bill)
3159 Knollwood Dr., Apt. #25A, Mobile, AL 36693
251-661-3810 hm
BATTIN, Charlotte (Mrs. Bob)
3502 Hidden Valley Rd., Lynn Haven, FL 32444
850-785-9828 hm
CAMPBELL, Sheila (Mrs. Ed, Jr.)
1038 Blue Ridge Dr., Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
850-685-2290 cl; camlaw4344@aol.com
CRAMER, Peggy (Mrs. Don)
Atlanta
Seagrove Beach, 211 Sugar Sand Ln., Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
850-231-6389 hm
DAVIS, Ann (Mrs. Van)
5918 N. Davis Hwy., Apt 224, Pensacola, FL 32503
850-478-6652
ELLIS, Betty (Mrs. Sidney)
401 Bunkers Cove Rd., Panama City, FL 32401
850-785-3834 hm
FARRINGTON, Juanita (Mrs. Bill)
5414 Timber Creek Dr., Pace, FL 32571
850-983-5500 wk, 850-995-9741 hm
j.farrington@mchsi.com
FORBES, Sylvia (Mrs. Terry)
7841 Landing Eagle Dr., Daphne, AL 36526-9101
251-621-3991 hm
GREEN, III, Rita (Mrs. Gil)
1417 Camping Rd., Gilbert, SC 29054
HARPER, Alice (Mrs. Melvin)
2105 Hardwick Dr., Dothan, AL 36303
334-793-1791 hm
HARRISON, Sr., Laura (Mrs. Edward)
(Azalea Trace) 10100 Hillview Rd., Apt. # 2407, Pensacola, FL 32514
850-475-2173 hm
THE CLERGY
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JOHNSON, Mary (Mrs. Robert)
6901 N. La Lagoon Dr., #23, Panama City Beach, FL 32408
850-236-9492 hm
jhnsonmb@hotmail.com
LANCASTER, Nancy (Mrs. Murray)
W. Tennessee
2933 Quail Creek Run, Mobile, AL 36695
251-602-1855 hm
MacLEOD, Edythe (Mrs. Don)
Georgia
% Greg McLeod (son)
2730 Shoni Dr., Navarre, FL 32566
850-461-8767 cl
McMAHON, Martha (Mrs. Chuck)
California
2317 Miami Crt., Navarre, FL 32566
850-936-8740 hm
MEGINNISS, Annette (Mrs. Ben)
2068 Crystal Lake Dr., Destin, FL 32550
850-267-1164 hm
MURRAY, Margaret (Mrs. George - I Bishop of the Central Gulf Coast)
19791 Hunters Lp., Fairhope, AL 36532
251-610-9022 cl
mmmurray2@gmail.com
OLIVER, Kathy (Mrs. Ernie)
86597 Tallassee Hwy., Tallassee, AL 36078
PALMER, Elaine (Mrs. Stan Persons)
12130 Jessamine St., Magnolia Springs, AL 36555
251-965-7983 hm (spouse - S. Donald Palmer, M.D.)
SCHEEL, Betty (Mrs. Jack)
1001 MarWalt, Apt. # 505, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
850-651-5202 hm
SHULER, Alma (Mrs. Clyde)
825 Midland Blvd., Apt 1 N, St. Louis, MO 63130-3037
SLINGLUFF, Margaret (Mrs. Betts)
207 Blumberg Dr., Dothan, AL 36303
334-792-1410 hm
STIRLING, Wylly (Mrs. Doug)
208 Woodlands Ave., Mobile, AL 36607
251-478-4383 hm
WALLER, Margaret (Mrs. Jack); Westminster Village
500 Spanish Fort Blvd., #94, Spanish Fort, AL 36527
251-626-4480 hm
mwaller@wvsf.org
WILLIAMS, Mary Lou (Mrs James)
Oklahoma
500 Spanish Fort Blvd., Apt 40, Spanish Fort, AL 36527
251-967-4363 hm
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THE CLERGY
SEMINARIANS
CANDIDATES for the PRIESTHOOD
FEHR, Bruce C. (Lori), St. Francis, Gulf Breeze; U. So. (2013)
141 Proctor’s Hall R., #1, Sewanee, TN 37375
850-382-0989 cl; bcfehr@gmail.com
FEHR, Lori L. (Bruce), St. Francis, Gulf Breeze; U.So. (2013)
141 Proctor’s Hall Rd., #1, Sewanee, TN 37375
850-382-0990 cl; ltfehr@gmail.com
FLOWERS, Lauren F., Nativity, Dothan; U.So. (2013)
117- B Oklahoma Ave., Sewanee, TN 37375
334-618-1344 cl; flowelw0@sewanee.edu
*SLADE, Kara N., St. Paul’s, Daphne, Duke (2013)
602 Red Fox Trail, Hillsborough, NC 27278
919-698-7193 cl; knslade12@gmail.com
POSTULANTS for the PRIESTHOOD
BAUGH, J. Christopher (Shelley), St. James’, Fairhope; ETSS (2015)
3102 Harris Park Ave., Austin, TX 78705
251-454-2485 cl; jchrisbaugh@gmail.com
BORGEN, Linda Suzanne (David), St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach; CDSP (2015)
1700 Le Roy Ave., #13, Berkeley, CA 94709
850-240-1569 cl; lindasuzanneborgen@yahoo.com
FREEMAN, Ashley B. (Annie), Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores; ETSS (2015)
605 Rathervue Pl., Austin, TX 78705
251-213-8283 cl; afreeman7272@gmail.com
GREEN, David K. (Charlotte), Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores; U.So. (2015)
School of Theology, 335 Tennessee Ave., Sewanee, TN 37383
(90 Alston Lane, Sewanee, TN 37383)
251-752-0662 cl; greenkg@sewanee.edu
HORD, Christine D. (Rick), St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach; VTS (2015)
2600 N. VanDorn St., Apt 104, Alexandria, VA 22302
850-585-6712 cl; christie.hord@gmail.com
HUAL, Jeffrey C. (Kerry), Christ Church, Pensacola; VTS (2015)
2422 Menokin Dr., #12, Alexandria, VA 22304
850-218-6618 Jeff’s cl; 850-910-1776 Kerry’s cl; jhuall969@gmail.com
KINDERGAN, Walter B. (Becky), Christ Church, Pensacola, GTS (2014)
440 West 21st St., Box 188, New York, NY 10011
850-529-5944 cl; wkindergan@gts.edu
MANCIL, Eric N. (Chelsea), Nativity, Dothan; VTS (2015)
4464 Raleigh Ave., Apt 402, Alexandria, VA 22304
334-728-4585 cl; enmancil@gmail.com
MATHISON, Mary Alice, Christ Church, Pensacola; VTS (2014)
1844 Magnolia Ave., Pensacola, FL 32503
850-292-7371 cl; maryalice.mathison@gmail.com
STANQUIST, Stephen R. (Teresa), Christ Church, Pensacola; GTS (2016)
1510 River St., Pensacola, FL 32514
850-791-6877 hm; 850-529-9710 cl; srstanquist@yahoo.com
THE CLERGY
CANDIDATES FOR THE DIACONATE
BOISSELLE, Lorraine, St. John’s, Pensacola (2014)
5076 Shoshone Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507
(850) 458-4187 hm; (850) 207-3756 cl; drboisselle@msn.com
GOFF, Terry (John), Redeemer, Mobile (2014)
10300 Oak Ln., Grand Bay, AL 36541
251-865-4080 hm; 251-656-1609 cl; terry@hillcrestortho.com
KELSON, Laura, St. John’s, Pensacola (2014)
647 Buoy Dr., Pensacola, Fl 32507
850-982-3555 cl; beachbuddy@cox.net
MERRIHEW, Jim (Mildred), St. James’, Fairhope (2014)
100 Brown St., Fairhope, AL 36532
251-990-5415 hm; 251-510-7642 cl; jmerrihew@bellwouth.net
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LAY DELEGATES TO THE FORTIETH CONVENTION
* attended the Convention
CHURCH
DELEGATES
St. Mary’s, Andalusia
*George Barnes
*Sister Barnes
*Jen Nall
Trinity, Apalachicola
*Rennie Edwards
*Tom Edwards
*Gary Ulrich
*Jean Ulrich
St. Anna’s, Atmore
*Velma Amos
*Elizabeth Mitchell
Trinity, Atmore
ALTERNATES
Emilie Mims
Immanuel, Bay Minette
*Sherri Killam Williams
Joni McDonald
St. Peter’s, Bon Secour
*William Griffiths
*Frog Mund
*Paula Mund
Rebecca Brunson
Wayne Brunson
St. Stephen’s, Brewton
*Michael Feeley
*Susan Miller
*Salem Saloom
Dianne Saloom
St. Monica’s, Cantonment
*Ray Farrel
*John Ochs
*Ed Schwartz
St. Michael’s, Chickasaw
Johnny Lane
St. Matthew’s, Chipley
*Van Smith
Holly McCleskey
St. Thomas’, Citronelle
St. Mary’s, Coden
*Ken Guess
Dolores Rice
Epiphany, Crestview
*Jim Murray
*Julia Murray
Ginny Bauer
St. Paul’s, Daphne
*Shawn Alves
*Alyson Jackson
*Peg Jeffery
*Randy Miles
*Evan Watson
Donna Brown
St. Francis’, Dauphin Island
*Jean Clark
*Alvah Clark
St. Agatha’s, DeFuniak Springs
*Pete Petrie
Harley Henderson
St. Andrew’s, Destin
*Tom Hanlin
*Kathy McGee
*Pittman Watson
Jennifer Lee
Carrie Thiemann
Nativity, Dothan
*Collier Espy
*Harry Hall
*Elizabeth Welch
*John Welch
William Griggs
Epiphany, Enterprise
*Bert Block
*Cathy Grajales
St. James’, Eufaula
*Paige Garrison
*Gary Jones
*Margery Martin
Dick Barlette
St. James’, Fairhope
*Chris Baugh
*Shelley Baugh
*Corey Fancher
*Meghan Fancher
*Roger Guilan
*Jim Merrihew
Dee Gambill
Jim Gambill
St. Paul’s, Foley
*Carole Hudson
*Helen Lambard
*Anne Stevens
*Wayne Verry
Rita Verry
St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach
*John Leatherwood
*Jon Morris
*Tom Remington
*Ed Roehl
Bob Bomar
Ellen Sheppard
St. Thomas’, Greenville
*Judy Gettys
*Bill Hamilton
*Steadham McGowin
Susan Andrews
Magoo Hamilton
*Julian Katz
St. Francis, Gulf Breeze
*Tricia Briska
*Dorothy Moore
*Nancy Storey
Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores
*Lenny Burns
*Dick Reid
*Peter Sanchez
St. Peter’s, Jackson
*Bebe Garrett
St. Thomas’, Laguna Beach
*Bob Gitchell
*Marian Gitchell
Doris Hair
Norman Hair
Advent, Lillian
*John Corbett
*Mary Andre Varner
St. Paul’s, Magnolia Springs
*Kathie Carroll
*Court Hurst
Susan Hurst
Donna Esslinger
Maybelle Godwin
St. Luke’s, Marianna
*LaRhonda Glenn
*Elizabeth Mathis
*Gail Snelgrove
Steve Glenn
Paul Snelgrove
St. Mary’s, Milton
*Ned France
*Jean Rognstad
*Beverly St. John
Elizabeth Barnett
Lindsey Burns
All Saints, Mobile
*Andi Barrett
*Bruce Barrett
*Darrell Williams
*Louie Wood
Betsy Lawrence
Kathy Burns
Lee Reid
Sandra Sanchez
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Christ Cathedral, Mobile
*Harwell Coale, Jr.
*Carolyn Eichold
*Carolyn Jeffers
*Richard Mitchell
Good Shepherd, Mobile
*Louise Butler
*Connie Collins
*Rosetta Randolph
Odette Tyus
Lisa Williams
Redeemer, Mobile
*Muriel Donald
*John Goff
*Terry Goff
Lella Lowe
Mark Roberts
Diana Shaw
St. Andrew’s, Mobile
*Larraine Martin
*Phyllis Findley
St. John’s, Mobile
*James Christiansen
*Eugene Johnston
*Connie McLean
*Connie Anderson
Ron Brown
Janet Buckley
St. Luke’s, Mobile
*Karmen Holmes
*Laura Lankford
*Robin Roberts
*Becky Schulte
*Theles Woodfin
St. Mark’s, Mobile
*Suzy Onderdonk
*Francis Shaneyfelt
St. Matthew’s, Mobile
*Myrl Benson
Leigh Taylor
St. Paul’s, Mobile
*Judy Campbell
*Robert Campbell, Jr
*Anne Seknicka
*John Seknicka
*Arthur Smith
*Iras Smith
Amelia Harrington
Pam Moore
Trinity, Mobile
*Kay Cruthirds
*Bob Howard
*Michel Nicrosi
*David Quittmeyer
Chris Gill
Scott Rye
St. John’s, Monroeville
*Haden Tirey
Stuart Richeson
*Bruce Ulmer
St. Augustine, Navarre
*Cynthia Carter
*Sandy Franovich
*Alvan Richey
Patsy Richey
St. Jude’s, Niceville
*Jerry Fowler
*Brenda Huntley
*Cathy Self
Susan Fowler
St. Michael’s, Ozark
*Clayton Davis
Linda Clifford
Holy Nativity, Panama City
*Gayle Ahrens
*Brian Leebrick
*Mary Ellen Pettis
*Madge Smith
*Lori Bates
Donna Hairston
St. Andrew’s, Panama City
*Belle Casier
*Anne Staley
*Nancy Young
Bill Gobat
Frank Lopez
Kathy Lopez
St. Patrick’s, Panama City
*Lynn Ferren
*Richard Phillips
Grace, Panama City Beach
*Sam Richardson
*Basma Swearingen
*Mike Swearingen
Christ Church, Pensacola
*Sandra Early
*Bob Gaines
*Jeff Hual
*Joe McDaniel
Stephen Stanquist
Holy Cross, Pensacola
*Jane Briscione
*Julia Ruengert
*Ann Young
Jan Van Winkle
Holy Trinity, Pensacola
*Ted A. Kircharr
*Libby O’Brien
*Pat O’Brien
Sally Crenshaw
Lucinda May
St. Christopher’s, Pensacola
*Jerry Cotsonis
*Alea Jull
*Skip Snow
*Cynthia Tappan
*David Williams
*Audrey Snow
St. Cyprian’s, Pensacola
*Doug Hill
Nettie Eaton
St. John’s, Pensacola
*Sally Johnson
*Laura Kelson
*Frances Yeo
*Gordon Peacock
St. James’, Port St. Joe
*Jackie Driggers
*Bert Munn
*Jo Munn
John Ray
St. John, Robertsdale
*Roger Bull
*Karen Bull
Christ the King,
Santa Rosa Beach
*Peggy Cramer
*Debbi Morris
*John Morris
St. Mark’s, Troy
*Judy Dye
*Joyce Landers
*Sam Shelton
St. John, Wewahitchka
*Jacqueline Huft
Harriett Pullen
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JOURNAL OF THE CONVENTION
Journal of the Proceedings of the Forty-First Convention
of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
Thursday Afternoon, February 2, 2012 – Registration and Committee Meetings
Registration of delegates, alternates, and visitors to the Forty-First Annual
Convention of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast began at 1:00 pm on Thursday,
February 2, 2012 in Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, Alabama. Refreshments were
served during registration time in the Chapter House, and exhibits of several diocesan
ministries were open. An orientation meeting for first-time delegates and delegates
from small churches was held in the Chapel at 2:00 pm. At 3:00 pm, the Resolutions
Committee met in the Library, and an open hearing on the proposed budget for 2012
was held in the Cathedral nave.
Thursday Evening, February 2, 2012 – Opening Service
The Forty-First Annual Convention of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast was
opened with a celebration of the Holy Eucharist at 6:00 pm on Thursday, February 2,
2012, in Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, Alabama, with the Rt. Rev. Philip M.
Duncan, II, Bishop of the Central Gulf Coast, as celebrant. The Rt. Rev. William O.
Gregg, Assistant Bishop of North Carolina, was preacher. The Rt. Rev. Julio Cesar
Holguin, Bishop of the Dominican Republic and Convention Chaplain, was concelebrant. The Rt. Rev. Andudo Adam Elnail, Bishop of the Diocese of Kadugli of the
Episcopal Church of Sudan, was in the procession with diocesan clergy. The assisting
priests were The Very Rev. Johnny W. Cook, Dean, and The Rev. Canon Beverly F.
Gibson, Sub-Dean of Christ Church Cathedral. Also assisting were The Rev. Deacon
Clara Hewis, Holy Cross, Pensacola, and The Rev. Deacon Ray Wishart, St. Andrew’s,
Panama City. Lectors were Ed Bosch, Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores and a member of the
Commission on World Mission, and Kathleen Miller, St. Paul’s, Mobile, and Chancellor
for Alabama. Oblationers were members of the Standing Committee: Dr. Melinda
Henderson, St. Agatha’s, DeFuniak Springs, and Mac Walcott, St. James’, Fairhope.
Musicians included the choir of the host parish under the direction of Margaret
Levensailor Lyden. Guest musicians Donald Morris, trumpet, Peter Wood, trumpet,
and Enen Yu, violin. Acolytes and ushers were members of the host parish.
Friday Morning, February 3, 2012 – Morning Prayer
The Order for Morning Prayer was read in Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, at
8:30 am with The Rt. Rev. Julio C. Holguin, Bishop of the Dominican Republic and
Convention Chaplain, as officiant. Lectors were Carmen Kimmons, Holy Cross,
Pensacola, of the diocesan office staff and Lynn Ferren, St. Patrick’s, Panama City, and
member of the Standing Committee. After the Office, The Rt. Rev. Philip M. Duncan,
II, Bishop of the Diocese, led the clergy in a reaffirmation of ordination vows,
consecrated chrism ,and blessed oil for the anointing of the sick. At the conclusion of
the service, the Bishop of the Diocese gave his Convention Address (Appendix I). Prior
to the Office, a stand-up breakfast was served in the Chapter House. The clergy
gathered for a group photograph on the cathedral steps after the Bishop’s address.
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Friday Morning, February 3, 2012 – First Business Session
The Convention was called into session at 10:17 am on Friday, February 3, 2012,
in Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, with the Bishop of the Diocese, The Rt. Rev. Philip
M. Duncan, II, presiding. Ms. Rosetta Randolph, Good Shepherd, Mobile, and chair of
the Committee on Credentials, reported the presence of a quorum: Of 162 certified lay
delegates, 157 were registered and in attendance; of the 53 eligible clerical delegates,
49 were registered and in attendance. In accordance with Canon 6.1, the President
nominated Gary Moore, Esq., St. Paul’s, Daphne, to be Secretary of the Convention. The
nominee was elected unanimously. The President appointed M. Kathleen Miller, Esq.,
St. Paul’s, Mobile, Chancellor of the Diocese for Alabama, and Scott Remington, Esq.,
St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, Chancellor of the Diocese for Florida to be the
parliamentarians.
The Convention concurred with the Secretary’s appointment of Vincent Currie, Jr.,
Christ Church, Pensacola, and The Rev. S. Albert Kennington, St. Paul’s, Daphne, to be
assistant secretaries in accordance with Canon 6.1.
The President reported that the Convention was organized for business.
Upon motion by Ms. Randolph on behalf of the Committee on Credentials and
Privileges, the Convention unanimously granted seat and voice in the Convention to
the following:
Visiting bishops: The Rt. Rev. William O. Gregg, Assistant Bishop of North
Carolina and Convention preacher; The Rt. Rev. Julio C. Holguin, Bishop of the
Dominican Republic and Convention Chaplain; and The Rt. Rev. Andudu Adam Elnail,
Bishop of the Diocese of Kadugli in the Episcopal Church of Sudan.
Non-canonically resident clergy serving in the Diocese: The Rev. Connie Connelly,
The Rev. Barry Crow, The Rev. Matt Dollhausen, The Rev. Bill Ericson; The Rev.
Massey Gentry, The Rev. Ruth LaMonte, The Rev. David Luckett, The Rev. Mark
McDonald, The Rev. Susan Sowers, and The Rev. Deacon Allen Ruth.
Convention workshop presenters: Katie Mears of Episcopal Relief and
Development and Jim Murphy of Episcopal Church Foundation.
Members of the Standing Committee: Dr. Melinda Henderson, St. Agatha’s,
DeFuniak Springs, and Mac Walcott, St. James’, Fairhope.
Members of the diocesan staff: Vincent Currie, Jr., Diocesan Administrator; Cindy
McCrory, editor, The Coastline, and Chair of the Commission for Communications.
Members of diocesan agencies: Hodge Alves, chair, Beckwith Camp and Retreat
Center Board of Directors; Connie Anderson, Executive Director of Murray House; and
Sally Greene, Executive Director, Wilmer Hall.
Interpreter for the deaf: Nancy Day.
Ginny Behlen, Carolyn Eichold, and Julie McClellind, co-chairs of the host parish
convention committee.
The President presented to the Convention the following clergy who have begun
service in the Diocese since the last convention: The Rev. Glenn Rohrer, Vicar,
Epiphany, Crestview, and Transitional Deacon Erin Warde of the Seminary of the
Southwest. These Transitional Deacons were presented in absentia: Rob Dixon,
Seminary of the Southwest; Darin Hyer and Peter Wong, The University of the South;
and Joseph Mathews and Sandra McLeod, The General Seminary.
The President presented the following priests who have begun service in this iocese
since the last convention: The Rev. Cindy Howard, Rector, St. Mary’s, Andalusia,
and Transitional Deacon Barry Crow, St. Andrew’s, Destin.
Non-canonically resident clergy licensed to serve in the diocese were presented:
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The Rev. Bill Ericson and The Rev. Raymond Lord.
The President then presented the following clergy whose positions or title of
service has changed since the last convention: The Rev. Marie Butterbaugh, Rector, St.
John’s, Pensacola; The Rev. Matt Dollhausen, ELCA Priest-in-charge, St. Mary’s Milton;
The Rev. Margaret Shepard, Rector, St. Andrew’s, Panama City; and Vocational Deacon
Ray Wishart, St. Andrew’s, Panama City. The following were presented in absentia:
The Rev. Bob Henderson, Priest-in-charge, Trinity, Wetumpka, and The Rev. John
Withrock, Vicar, Epiphany, Enterprise.
The Bishop advised delegates that The Rev. Marie Butterbaugh, Chair of the
Committee on Necrology, would receive names of persons who have died since the last
convention of this Diocese and who, in their lifetimes, served as delegates to any
previous conventions of this Diocese or who served as delegates from congregations
now within this Diocese to conventions of the dioceses of Alabama or Florida.
The President announced that the Forty-Second Annual Convention of the Diocese
would meet February 21–23, 2013, at Majestic Beach Resort with Holy Nativity, Panama
City as host. The President asked for invitations to the Forty-Third Convention in 2014
be given to Carolyn Jeffers, Christ Church Cathedral, and Gayle Ahrens, Holy Nativity,
Panama City, co-chairs of the Convention Committee on Next Conventions.
The Bishop published his nominations for General Officers, Architectural
Consultants, members of the Standing Committee, diocesan agency boards, and
diocesan commissions.
The following pre-filed nominations to the Standing Committee were received: In
the lay order: Michel Nicrosi, Trinity, Mobile, and Sam Shelton, St. Mark’s, Troy.
Nominations to the Standing Committee were made from the floor for the
following: In the lay order: Tim Gaston, St. Paul’s, Mobile. In the clerical order: The
Rev. Eric Long, St. Christopher’s, Pensacola, and The Rev. Ray Buchanan, Redeemer,
Mobile.
The following pre-filed resolutions were received in accordance with Rule VI(a)
and referred to the Convention Committee on Resolutions: (Appendix III)
Resolution 1 to amend Canon 3.
Resolution 2 to encourage use of Beckwith Camp and Retreat Center.
Resolution 3 expressing solidarity with the Episcopal Church of Sudan.
Resolution 4 declaring opposition to capital punishment.
A resolution to enable and facilitate structural reform with The Episcopal Church
was received from the Bishop through his address to the Convention in accordance with
Rule VI(d); this resolution was also referred to the Convention Committee on
Resolutions. (Appendix III)
Upon motion duly made and seconded, the convention accepted as filed by title the
reports of the several board, commissions, and committees of the diocese (Appendix II).
The following reports were given along with comments by the Bishop:
Episcopal Relief and Development by Katie Mears, Program Manager, U. S.
Disaster Preparedness and Response, ERD.
Beckwith Camp and Retreat Center by The Rev. Massey Gentry, Interim Director.
Murray House by The Rev. Thomas Heard, chair, Board of Directors.
Wilmer Hall by Sally Greene, Executive Director. During her report, Ms. Greene
introduced Kelsey Nixon, a resident who spoke of her life at Wilmer Hall.
Communications by Cindy McCrory, editor of The Coastline and chair, Commission
for Communications.
Operation Redesign by Dr. Melinda Henderson, facilitator.
Ministry in Wewahitchka by The Rev. Jerry Huft.
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Upon invitation of the President, The Rt. Rev. Andudu Adam Elnail, Bishop of the
Diocese of Kadugli in the Episcopal Church of Sudan addressed the Convention
concerning the work of the Church there. He presented Bishop Duncan with a gift to
symbolize love, caring, and the hope that our two dioceses will continue in relationship.
The Convention received his remarks with a standing ovation.
Reporting for the Commission on Environment and the Integrity of Creation,
Michelle Bende, chair, presented certificates of recognition to Redeemer, Mobile; St.
Andrew’s, Panama City; and Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile; for completing the
requirements for Earth Care Certification.
The President introduced The Hon. Samuel Jones, Mayor of Mobile, who then
welcomed all present and addressed the Convention.
After announcements concerning events later in the day, the President called upon
The Rt. Rev. Julio C. Holguin, Bishop of the Dominican Republic and Convention
Chaplain at 11:45 am to lead Noonday Prayers. Sally Crenshaw, Holy Trinity,
Pensacola, read the lesson. The Bishop of the Diocese recognized members of the
diocesan mission team to the Dominican Republic and commissioned them for their
ministry. The Bishop of the Diocese also presented Ed Bosch, Holy Spirit, Gulf Shores,
with a plaque for Lifetime Achievement in the Ministry of World Mission.
Upon completion of the Office, the Convention stood in recess. The host parish
served lunch to members of the Convention in the Chapter House.
Friday afternoon, February 3, 2012 – Convention Workshops
From 1:45 pm until 4:30 pm, Convention delegates attended the following
workshops in various rooms at Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile: Human Sexuality,
Companion Diocese Relationship, Planned Giving, Disaster Preparedness, Aging–It’s
the Only Way to Live!, and Beckwith Camp and Retreat Center.
Friday evening, February 3, 2012 – Convention Gala
Convention delegates, alternates, and visitors enjoyed cocktails and dinner at the
Mobile Carnival Museum beginning at 5:00 pm – a gala evening that included a Mardi
Gras Parade on Government Street in front of the museum.
Saturday morning, February 4, 2012 – Morning Devotions
Morning devotions were led in Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, at 8:30 am by The
Rt. Rev. Julio C. Holguin, Bishop of the Dominican Republic and Convention Chaplain.
Bishop Holguin thanked the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast for hospitality to him
and expressed his hope for a continuing relationship as a Companion Diocese. Prior
to these devotions, a stand-up breakfast was served in the Chapter House.
Saturday morning, February 4, 2012 – Second Business Session
The Convention was called to order at 8:45 am on Saturday, February 4, 2012, in
Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, with the Bishop of the Diocese, The Rt. Rev. Philip M.
Duncan, II, presiding.
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The President introduced The Hon. Merceria Ludgood, Mobile County
Commissioner who brought greetings from the Mobile County Commission and
welcomed the Convention to Mobile.
The Bishop’s nominees for General Officers, Architectural Consultants, members
of the Standing Committee, diocesan agency boards, and diocesan commissions,
distributed to delegates on the previous day, were unanimously elected.
The President called for elections to the Standing Committee. Before balloting
began, the Convention adopted the following motion by Chancellor Kathleen Miller:
If, after two ballots, no person has received a majority vote, on the third and
next succeeding ballots, there shall be retained on the ballot only twice the
number of nominees as there are unfilled positions, said nominees to be
taken from those receiving the highest number of votes, until, by majority
vote, a nominee is elected.
On the first ballot, The Rev. Eric Long was elected in the clerical order, and Sam
Shelton was elected in lay order. On the second ballot, Tim Gaston was elected in the
lay order.
The chair of the Committee on Resolutions, Becky Schulte, St. Luke’s, Mobile,
reported as follows:
The Convention Committee on Resolutions met on Thursday afternoon to
consider the four pre-filed resolutions in your Convention packets (Pages
12–15). These are the following recommendations:
Resolution 1 - Amend the Canons for the purpose of calculations of
Convention delegates. The only change is in the four indented lines under
Section 4c: The “C” in communicants, the “G” in good, the “S” in standing
all should be lower case. The Convention Committee on Resolutions
recommended adoption of this resolution, with the above amendments, and
Mr. President, I so move.
The resolution was adopted in a vote by orders as required by Canon 28. The
committee report continued:
Resolution 2 - Applauding Beckwith and encouraging continued support.
The Convention Committee on Resolutions recommends adoption of this
resolution, and Mr. President, I so move.
The resolution was adopted by unanimous vote. The committee report continued:
Resolution 3 - Urging prayer and advocacy for the people of Sudan. The
Convention Committee on Resolutions amended this resolution and has
had
it distributed to the delegates. We recommend adoption of Resolution 3 as amended
by the Committee, and Mr. President, I so move. (The amendments are shown in
Appendix III.)
The resolution as amended by the committee was adopted by unanimous vote, and
the Committee report continued:
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Resolution 4 – Capital punishment. Being this is a matter of conscience and
heart, the Convention Committee on Resolutions submits Resolution 4 to
the Diocesan Convention without recommendation.
Upon motion duly made and seconded, the Convention adopted Resolution 4 in
a vote by orders. The Committee report continued.
As to the resolution referred from the Bishop’s Address – To enable and
facilitate Structural Reform within The Episcopal Church, the Committee
feels that the resolution NOT be adopted. The Committee felt that the topic
was of serous importance to the extent that more discussion is advisable at
all levels of the Diocese, particularly among clergy, congregations, and the
deputies to General Convention. The Committee also understand that the
same or similar resolutions have already been submitted to the General
Convention for action. Moreover, the topic of changes in Church-wide
restructure is the subject of reports that will be published prior to General
Convention. The consensus of the Convention Committee on Resolutions
is to encourage objective study of these matters, but without endorsement
of this particular resolution at this particular time. We recommend that this
resolution NOT be adopted. Mr. President, I so move.
The chair’s motion was defeated by the delegates. After a motion to adopt this
resolution was duly made and seconded, and after discussion, the resolution was
adopted. Then, the chair concluded the Committee’s report.
The Committee heard from Bruce Ulmer, St. John’s, Monroeville, regarding
the fact that is some cases, pre-filed resolutions are not timely distributed
to delegates. He requested the Committee to call attention to the need for
Rectors, Vicars, and Senior Wardens in charge to assure that resolutions are
distributed to Convention delegates as outlined in Rule VI of the Rules of
Order of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Cost, and Mr. President, we concur
in that request. Mr. President, that concludes our report.
The Rev. Ken Cumbie, St. Luke’s, Mobile, and chair of the Convention Committee
on Finance, gave the following report for the Committee:
The Committee met Thursday afternoon, February 2, 2012, immediately
after the Finance workshop (the open hearing on the budget). The
workshop included discussion of the Diocesan finances, results of the 2011
budget, and the proposed budget for 2012. The Committee on Finance
recommends adoption of the 2012 Budget as outlined in the Convention
packet (pages 36–38). Mr. President, I so move.
A motion to amend the proposed budget to provide more stipend for a staff person
for communications was defeated. The Convention adopted the chair’s motion to adopt
the proposed budget for 2012 as presented.
The Committee on Finance report was concluded with this motion:
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The Convention Committee on Finance recommends the Diocesan
Convention offerings be divided equally between the Diocese of Colorado
Episcopal Church Foundation designated for the Diocese of Kadugli in the
Episcopal Church of Sudan, and Beckwith Camp Scholarship Fund. Mr.
President, I so move.
This motion was passed unanimously.
The President recognized the co-chairs of the Committee on Next Conventions,
Carolyn Jeffers, Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile, and Gayle Ahrens, Holy Nativity,
Panama City, who reported that the Forty-Third Annual Convention of the Diocese
would meet in 2014 in Trinity, Mobile.
On behalf of the Convention Committee on Courtesy, The Rev. Steve Pankey, chair,
and his colleagues, The Rev. Anthony MacWhinnie, II, and The Rev. Tim Backus gave
the following report presented as a radio script:
(Steve): Good morning, my name is Steve Pankey and this is Anthony MacWhinnie.
Alongside us is Tim Backus who will bring you a report from the field in a moment.
This is your Convention Update. On Thursday evening, the 41s t Annual Convention
of The Protestant Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast began with its theme
of “You are my refuge and my shield.” The opening service, which we would
normally poke fun of here, was actually quite good. More specifically, it was
Church. The music was glorious. The pageantry was beautiful. Even our Preacher,
The Rt. Rev. William O. Gregg, did a great job; he preached three really good
sermons. After the service, the deacons ordained at the 40th Annual Convention were
seen consoling Bishop Julio Ceasar Holguin, Bishop of the Dominican Republic
saying, “It's OK, they gave our jobs to priests last year.”
(Anthony): The genealogy society of the Episcopal Church has discovered an
amazing family story connected with this year’s convention. It turns out that The Rt.
Rev. William Gregg, The Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams, and The Rev.
Keith Talbert are all identical triplets separated at birth. When asked for a comment,
Rowan Williams said “Bill’s a lovely man but a bit long winded, and Keith, yes
Keith… He needs to shave.”
(Steve): The Rev. Steve Bates announced with all the charm of the Panama City
Chamber of Commerce that the 42n d Annual Convention would be hosted by Nativity
Parish and held at The Majestic Beach Resort. The Rev. Eric Long, who is posting
updates from “Haiti,” is thought to actually be held up in a three bedroom condo at
The Majestic awaiting our visit in twenty-thirteen.
(Anthony): Mobile Mayor Sam Jones paid a visit to the 2012 Diocesan Convention
and in a passive aggressive statement accused all Episcopalians of having illmannered children. His visit with us was cut short when his staff reminded him that
the daytime adult curfew was about to go into effect.
(Steve): Reports to the Convention ranged from the benign to the heartbreaking.
While the most riveting was, of course, from Bishop Andudu, it was not the only one
that brought members of the Convention to the brink of tears, but one left one
member of the Convention shaking in his boots. Mr. Standing Committee Member,
whoever you are, watch out, Cindy McCrory is on the war path. She's got the power
of twitter behind you, whatever that means... maybe we should all be afraid, very
afraid.
(Steve): Breaking News coming out of Silicon Valley where Tim Cook, Chief
Executive Officer of Apple, graduate of Robertsdale High School and product (we
assume) of Saint John the Evangelist's EYC appointed Bishop Duncan as the chief
developer of their latest product, The Ipad for Worship. Sources inside Apple have
indicated that rather than the stylish tablet we've come to know, the Ipad for
Worship will be a simple stone tablet. Possible accessories include a chisel and a
five pound sledge hammer. The price, and let me clear on this friends, will be
reasonable for these economic times.
(Anthony): In a move that stunned convention goers of all stripes, clergy and lay, it
was reported that The Rev. Thack Dyson actually retired from a committee…
In an unrelated story we take you to The Rev. Tim Backus for a weather report from
Hell. How is it there Tim?
(Tim): Cold! And now back to you…
(Anthony): Could you say a little more to that please?
(Tim): Unfortunately, even after half a dozen reminders from The Rev. Canon
Beverly Gibson, I seemed to be the only one who didn’t understand that the
barricades would be up for the remainder of the parade. And being a Mardi Gras
parade and Mobile being as it is… the parade has continued on throughout the night.
I’ve been stuck out here all night as the bands and bead throwers circled my parking
lot for the duration of the entire night. I’m still stuck Anthony. On a good note, I
made a good friend in the vendor who remained as well. I’m not sure if we hit it off
because I was the only person he talked to or because I purchased 3 corn dogs and
6 funnel cakes over the course of the night.
(Steve): Wow, that’s a lot of food.
(Tim): That’s correct Steve. (Tim starts making jerky movements)
(Anthony): Umm, Tim. What’s with all the jerky movements?
(Tim): I’m dodging beads Anthony, dodging beads. (long pause) Anthony, I believe
you are going to ask me about the events of last night.
(Anthony): Yes, I’m glad you brought that up. 2 points I’d like..
(Tim): (interrupts) No Anthony, that’s actually my line.
(Anthony): So it is, so it is. Yes, I mean. Can you tell us about the events of last
night?
(Tim): Anthony, I’m glad you brought that up. 2 points I’d like to raise. The first,
I’ve never seen so many Episcopalians with their hands in the air. For a moment, I
felt like we were in the middle of a revival at a Southern Baptist Convention.
(Steve): You know us Episcopalians, we go crazy for a party.
(Tim): That we do Steve, that we do. Speaking of crazy, my second point is this. I’d
just like to make a small note that I witnessed our own Vince Currie tackle a small
child for some large beads thrown from a float. The reason I bring it up, is I just
don’t think it was a fair. Wait a minute, wait a minute! Steve, Anthony, I’m going
to have to get back with you in a few moments. I’m seeing something develop over
the horizon that is raising some questions. I’ll be in touch.
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(Anthony): Thank you Tim, we will join back with you momentarily.
(Anthony): In an astounding show of international ecclesiology and ecumenism,
when it was noticed that a translator was provided for The Rt. Rev. Julio Cesar
Holguin. The delegates of the 41s t annual convention of the Central Gulf Coast, by
acclamation, resolved that in all future conventions a translator must be provided for
The Rev. Jerry Huft, Wewahitchka.
(Steve): Workshops of all sorts were offered on Friday afternoon, but our sources tell
us that most of them went empty. It seems the one on Human Sexuality was led by
two surprise guests. Former President Bill Clinton, and current Presidential
candidate Newt Gingrich co-chaired the meeting that was subtitled: “It ain't cheating
if she's in another zip code.” We're certain that folks skipped their seminars and
were present for reasons of celebrity and pastoral concern only. The Mobile
Metropolitan Parking Authority brought the session to a quick end when they
stormed in to enforce their “no in and out” policy.
(Steve): The Rev. Massey Gentry, interim director of what will someday, though the
board hasn't passed final approval of it, be known as Beckwith Camp and Retreat
Center, was conspicuously absent from this year's convention after his larger than
life presence at the 40th Annual Convention. When asked about it, Massey shared
with us that he has spent that last twelve months studying hypnosis. All that he
needs to say is “Camp Beckwith Fishing Shirt” and... (Steve and Anthony pull
money out of their wallets as if under hypnosis)
(Anthony): In what has been called the “Do as I say, not as I do” resolution of this
year’s convention, referring to Bishop Duncan’s statement, “Just because I don’t
know how to use technology doesn’t mean you don’t have to”, convention members
unanimously decided to extend this logic to other areas of our corporate life. “Just
because the bishop doesn’t know how to balance the budget, doesn’t mean we don’t
have to. Just because the bishop doesn’t follow rubric, doesn’t mean we don’t have
to. Just because the bishop doesn’t know how to file a resolution in a timely manner
doesn’t mean we don’t have to. And just because the bishop doesn’t pronounce the
word ‘error’ correctly, doesn’t mean we don’t have to.
(Steve): Looks like Tim Backus is buzzing back in for a second word from the streets.
Tim?
(Tim): Thank you, it’s good to be back.
(Anthony): Glad to have you back on board. You sounded both excited and confused
when we last had you on the air. Fill us in, if you will.
(Tim): You are going to have to just go with me on this. Turn around, as stealth-like
as possible. Now, don’t seem obvious! Is the Bishop sitting behind you?
(Steve): Which Bishop?
(Tim): Duncan! Is he behind you Steve?
(Steve): Yes. I must admit, this is a little awkward. I feel like he is looking directly
at us. Where is this going Tim?
(Tim): I have reason to believe he isn’t. Have you seen Massey?
(Anthony): I saw him about 20 minutes ago, though he seemed a little strange. He
wasn’t moving and he kept repeating ‘support Beckwith’ like a stuck record player.
(Tim): Just as I suspected! Gentlemen, that is not the Bishop, and that certainly isn’t
Massey Gentry.
(Steve): What’s your evidence, Backus?
(Tim): Armed in hand with a corn dog each and sharing a funnel cake, the Bishop
and Massey, as well as 5 other clergy who will go nameless, passed right by me on
what appears to have been a float jointly created by the Brotherhood of St. Andrew
and the ECW. What you are seeing right now are cardboard cutouts of the Bishop
and a few select others with recording devices. And as a side note, it seems the Altar
Guild and Flower Guild have teamed up to enter the parade by stunningly
decorating a float with Poinsettia’s and lilies and an altar constructed entirely out of
stacked purificators.
(Steve): What are they doing now?
(Tim): At the current moment, the Bishop and priests appear to be flipping what
appears to be communion wafers to the public! Ah, good toss Bishop! He just ringed
2 rowdy kids with a purple and green bead. Wait a minute! Clever disguise during
the Mardi Gras parade. That bead is actually a purple and green rosary. A nice
touch if I say so myself. And that’s all I have for now, this is Tim Backus, signing
out.
(Steve): Thank you Tim. And as always, nice work from the field. If you can, come
back with a couple of those green and purple rosaries.
(Steve): Friday night's gala was a grand affair, from the reception in the Chapter
House, to parading the wrong way down Church street with no throws, but the
Excelsior Band, to a fabulous meal, parade, and party at the Mobile Carnival
Museum, delegates and guests had a big time on the first weekend of Mardi Gras in
the home of American Mardi Gras, Mobile, Alabama. The Carnival Museum staff
was thrilled to have set a record for hat sales in a three hour period. They thanked
the Convention for their awful taste in haberdashery and suggested that
Episcopalians frequent their gift shop more often.
(Anthony): It has been discovered that voting against the Beckwith and Sudan
resolutions is contrary to basic tenets of our religion. If, in fact, you vote against
them you go straight to hell. Since we have a field reporter already on site, let’s test
this theory. Tim, I am voting against the Beckwith Resolution… What do you see?
(Tim): Why Anthony, your name just appeared on a book down here…
(Steve): The Committee assigned to plan Saturday morning's worship got confused
when they accidentally picked up a Presbyterian Book of Order instead of a Book of
Common Prayer. Worshipers were asked to read the catechism about the Church
rather than offering prayers for the Church. It is thought this was a nod to Christ
Church Cathedral's ecumenical past.
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(Anthony): One event that was an embarrassment for convention members was an
unfortunate fracas that broke out at the convention gala at the grand stand during the
Mardi Gras parade. The Rev’s Bob Graves and Marie Butterbaugh went to the
sidewalk scuffling and screaming “That’s my moon pie! That’s my moon pie!” By
the time they had finished the fracas The Rev. Steve Bates had signed both of them
to the entertainment roster of next year’s convention in Panama City. The film crew
from the TV series “Clergy Gone Wild” is said to be signed as the filmographers.
(Steve): The Committee on Courtesy thanks The Very Rev. Johnny Cook, The Rev.
Canon Beverly Gibson and the entire staff, chapter, and congregation of Christ
Church Cathedral for their stellar hospitality, lively worship, and use of their
gorgeous campus for this, The 41s t Annual Convention of The Diocese of the Central
Gulf Coast and encourages the delegates to this Convention to show their
thankfulness by acclamation.
The Convention accepted the Committee’s report with unanimous applause.
Before final announcements, four model “central gulf coast” fishing boats made by
a member of St. Dismas’, Atmore (Fountain Correctional Center) were given to their
winners. Three of the boats were awarded to the highest bidder in a silent auction. The
fourth boat was raffled for donations, and the winner of this boat was Carmen
Kimmons. Income from this project will provide discretionary income for the
Commission on Prison Ministry.
After announcements by the Secretary and others, the Parliamentarian reported
that all business of the Convention had been completed. At 10:45 am, upon motion
duly made and seconded, the President declared the Convention to be adjourned, sine
die, upon the conclusion of the closing celebration of the Holy Eucharist.
Saturday morning, February 4, 2012 - Closing Service of Holy Eucharist
The closing service of Holy Eucharist was celebrated in Christ Church Cathedral,
Mobile, at 11:00 am, with the Bishop of the Diocese, The Rt. Rev. Philip M. Duncan, II,
as celebrant. The preacher was The Rt. Rev. William O. Gregg, Assistant Bishop of
North Carolina. The Rt. Rev. Julio C. Holquin, Bishop of the Dominican Republic and
Convention Chaplain was con-celebrant. Assisting priests were The Very Rev. Johnny
W. Cook, Dean of Christ Church Cathedral; The Rev. Canon Beverly Gibson, Sub-Dean,
Christ Church Cathedral, and The Rev. Marie Butterbaugh, St. John’s, Pensacola. Also
serving were The Rev. Deacon Ed Richards, St. John’s, Wewahitchka, and The Rev.
Deacon John Brewer, St. Augustine’s, Navarre. Lectors were Florence Crawford, St.
Thomas’, Laguna Beach, and chair of the Commission on World Missions, and W.
Alexander Mosley, St. Paul’s, Mobile, and a Regent of the University of the South,
Sewanee. Oblationers were Carolyn Jeffers and David Quittmeyer, members of the
Standing Committee. Acolytes and ushers were members of the cathedral parish.
Music was under the direction of Margaret Levensailor Lyden, Organist and Choir
Master of the cathedral.
The Prayers of the People included intercessions for former delegates to the
conventions of this Diocese or to the conventions of the diocese from which this Diocese
was formed and who had died since the previous convention: The Rev. Richard H.
Cobbs (St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach; St. Peter’s, Bon Secour; St. Christopher’s,
Pensacola); The Rev. Cam Demarias (St. Mark’s, Mobile); The Rev. Silas Hirte (St.
Mark’s, Mobile); Richard Van Benshoton (All Saints’, Mobile); Rossor Bridwell (St.
Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach); Margie Bryand (St. Mary’s, Coden); Gloria Cooley (Good
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Shepherd, Mobile); Gail Cryslee (Redeemer, Mobile); Ethel Demaria (St. Mark’s,
Mobile); Frank Hawkins, Jr. (St. Francis’, Dauphin Island); Lancelot Hughes (Christ the
King, Santa Rosa Beach); Lorraine Landes (St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach); Lucy Luck
(Epiphany, Enterprise); Wilson Luck (Epiphany, Enterprise); Robert McMullen (St.
Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach); James Bomar Ryall, Jr. (Christ Church Cathedral, Mobile);
Morris Slingluff (Nativity, Dothan); Alexander Zelius, III (St. John’s, Pensacola). Also
included in the intercessions were Julie Desmarias (wife of The Rev. Cam Desmarias)
and Margaret Nixon (wife of The Rev. Thomas Nixon).
Respectfully submitted,
Gary A. Moore, Secretary
Vincent Currie, Jr., Assistant Secretary
S. Albert Kennington, Assistant Secretary
Attest:
Philip M. Duncan, II, President
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Appendix I
BISHOP’S ADDRESS
“YOU ARE MY REFUGE AND SHIELD; MY HOPE IS IN YOUR WORD”
(Psalm 119: 114)
+Let us pray:
“Help us O Lord, to become the master of ourselves that we may become the servant
of others. Take our minds to think that we may live your vision. Take our lips to
speak that your words will be spoken. Take our ears to listen that your wisdom will
be heard. Take our hearts to know you as our Refuge and Shield for in your Word is
our hope. Amen!”
We gather for the 41st Annual Convention of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast.
“You are my refuge and shield” is our theme; to proclaim God’s grace and love for all
people; to help each other live into the Gospel’s Good News; that all things are being
made new and brought to their perfection by our savior Jesus Christ. Our “mission and
ministry” is what we offer to the world in both word and action; in thought and deed.
We need time together to “be the Diocese as community gathered for prayer, study and
work,” and see and experience ourselves living in a time of hope and possibilities. We
are called to be the servant church, envisioned by those who founded the Diocese as a
sign of God’s grace to be that “refuge and shield” to a troubled world. That I believe
and that is our witness, for “You are my refuge and shield; my hope is in your word.”
We as the Diocese are blessed by those who serve as our General Officers. I thank
our two chancellors for their guidance and wisdom in helping to keep me informed of
possibilities and consequences of actions within our Diocese. It is important! Kathy
Miller and Scott Remington, thank you. Gary Moore continues to do good work as the
Secretary of the Diocese and Hal Major as our Treasurer, is focused and centered on our
financial well being. Kit Caffey as our Registrar and Historiographer, has gathered a
host of others throughout the Diocese to work as archivist and keep historic records.
Thank you one and all for the ministry which we share together.
Last year at Convention, the offering received at the Holy Eucharist was given to
Episcopal Relief and Development for the ongoing critical work in Haiti and other
places in desperate need. Over the course of these past two years we have given more
than $37,000 beyond our own needs to E. R. D. Thank you for that sign of faith and the
sharing of God’s love: “You are my Refuge and Shield.”
I am very pleased to welcome to our Diocese this year our preacher from last
evening, whose presence with us for these few days is a blessing. He is a workshop
leader later this afternoon. I did not invite The Rt. Rev. William O. Gregg, Assistant
Bishop of North Carolina, because he is a friend and respected colleague in the House
of Bishops, but because he is wise and thoughtful, an I value his deep faith rooted in the
Gospel and in the love for God’s people. Bishop Bill Gregg is a blessing for us and our
Episcopal Church. Thank you for being in our midst.
Our Chaplain, The Rt. Rev. Julio Cesar Holguin-Khoury, Bishop of the Dominican
Republic and our Companion Diocese. He is a friend in the House of Bishops and a
visionary, who has moved the Diocese beyond the season of the butterflies into a new
season of sustained grace and fulfilled promises. He is also a workshop leader later this
afternoon. When Bishop Julio Holguin speaks, we listen. He has a wonderful sense of
humor and a reputation for getting excited and passionate about the ministry. Obispo,
Mi amigo, bienvenido y gracias.
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I also welcome another honored guest, The Rt. Rev. Andudu Adam Elnail, Bishop
of the Diocese of Kadugli, located in central Sudan in the Nuba Mountain region and
part of the Episcopal Church of Sudan. The Diocese has more than 20,000 members and
68 clergy, many now in hiding. With the abuse of ongoing civil war and genocide
policy of the Khartoum government, each day threatens starvation, disease, and death
him, his family and his people. He is present here with political asylum; has spoken
before the United States Congress, The United Nations and several other Episcopal
Dioceses. We are fortunate and honored to welcome him in our midst. He will speak
to the Resolution addressing the horror of war in Sudan and the plight of the Sudanese
people. Our brother, Bishop Andudu, you are a blessing for your witness to the Gospel
and for being in our midst as both sign and symbol of God’s grace, we are most grateful
to have you here.
Our three agencies continue to fulfill their mission in ministry reflective of their
purpose and goals. We will hear later from each of them and I wanted to clearly say
to each of their Boards and directors how appreciative we are for the work they are
doing. At Wilmer Hall, Sally Greene has brought our children’s home to a place where
each child excels, knowing they are loved, valued and safe. At Murray House, Connie
Anderson offers our resident senior citizens a beautiful place to live with dignity and
self worth and helps them live to their full capacity. At Beckwith Camp and Retreat
Center, Fr. Massey Gentry continues to encourage all of us in taking ownership of this
“jewel in our crown” and using our facility to its fullest for our personal growth and the
witness we make on Weeks Bay. Our agencies depend upon us to support the work
and ministry they do.
In the past, I have asked the Daughters of the King, the Brotherhood of St. Andrew,
and The Episcopal Community to pray for our work in our gathering as the Diocesan
Convention and throughout the following year, that we might be supported with those
prayers. I ask for those prayers again today. I bid each of you to join with them in
offering your prayers, that on our journey as the Diocese we might engage the world
as an intentional Christian Community.
I am pleased that The Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Shori will be at the Men’s
Conference and Retreat at Beckwith this next month on the 4th of March, to celebrate
and preach at the 10:30 AM Sunday Morning Eucharist which follows an earlier time
for her teaching and conversation. I also remind you that the women will meet at St.
Paul’s Church, Daphne for Spring Day Away on the 21st of April, at which Sister
Schubert will be the speaker, and the annual Altar Guild meeting at St. Mary’s Church,
Milton on the 10th of March, at which I will celebrate and preach.
We meet these next two days in this place that has been made holy by the prayers
and work for the spread of Christ’s Kingdom over a number of generations. Christ
Church Cathedral is an historic place in this City and State. Christ Church was
established by 1822 as the first Episcopal congregation in Mobile and the first in
Alabama. The cornerstone of the current building was laid in 1838, with construction
being completed in two years. The building is stucco over brick with stone accents. To
the southeast of the chancel steps, in front of the lectern, in the undercroft are three
graves of the clergy who died during various yellow fever outbreaks and epidemics
that crippled this city, the Gulf Coast and Delta region for hundreds of years. These are
the saints, the silent heros and the faithful witnesses who remind us of our call to serve
the Lord our God who is “ Our Refuge and Shield.”
In 1906 a major hurricane swept into Mobile Bay and the storm destroyed the
original steeple which crashed through the roof. After repairs were completed, the
steeple was not replaced, and the church assumed its present appearance. The
renovated interior has many fine features including stained glass windows by noted
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artists, including Tiffany. The church became the Cathedral in 2005 following a difficult
struggle to regain and reoccupy the facility. Those then in leadership had sought to
remove the church and property from the Diocese and thus The Episcopal Church.
On All Saints Day, 2001, during the service for re-entering this Holy Space, water
was gathered from throughout the Diocese and poured into the font as a symbol of our
“bonds of affection and unity.” With this water, the People of God from throughout
this Diocese and the Church were asperged in reaffirmation of our baptism. On April
23, 2005, people of our Diocese and of this City gathered here for the service in which
this historic church was proclaimed our Cathedral, and the Bishop and the Dean were
seated.
Under the leadership of this Dean and Rector, The Very Rev. Johnnie Cook, the
congregation has worked on restoration and renovation of much of the facility, which
was in desperate need of “attention and care.”
We are pleased to be here today and recognize our past as we live into our future.
We appreciate the many hours of work preparing and hosting this Convention by the
members of this congregation. To the Chairpersons, Julie McClelland, Carolyn Eichold
and Ginny Behlen we express our thanks to you and your workers.
The future is about bringing others within the reach of Christ’s Saving embrace.
Each February when we meet, I remind our Convention that this is Black History
Month. It is in hearing the stories of our past that we recognize the importance of what
we do for the present and future. The sin of racism is the sin of exclusion and
exclusivity. None of us earned nor payed for the salvation which is ours in Christ. This
is the Church, not a club. Race, background, education, gender, culture, ethnicity, legal
or illegal residence, color, language, sexual orientation or our varied societal norms play
no part in God’s grace and gift to us. Redemption is beyond all of our doing, it is our
being children of God and followers of Jesus Christ. “Racism, classism and ethnic
discrimination” have power today within our society. We must look within ourselves,
recognizing the reality of exclusion as antithetical to the Gospel. This year, the Jonathan
Myrick Daniels’ Pilgrimage in Hayneville, Alabama, is on Saturday the 11th of August.
I ask our Churches to include in your worship on the Sunday following, the 12 of
August (the Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost - to be clear - Proper 14) a Service of
Repentance and Reconciliation and giving thanks for the life and witness of Jonathan
Myrick Daniels and all those who have died, and continue to die, in the cause of justice,
freedom and peace.
We continue our corporate work in Alabama and Florida prisons and jails. I thank
those clergy and laity in the Diocese who are doing this ministry. The St. Dismas
Mission at Fountain Prison continues to attract new members and has several from that
community who are now attending other congregations throughout our diocese.
Thomasville, Alabama has two new ministries. A service twice a month at the
transitional living facility, “Life TEC,” is offered for those who are reentering society
on parole. The second is a possible new church plant for employees of a new industry
in the Thomasville area. At the present time we are using the small Roman Catholic
Church, and I thank those who are seeking to develop this ministry.
I have been asked over the last two years about having a Commission on
Affirmative Aging. It is my hope to re-establish that opportunity for our Diocese and
have an educational advocacy process in place within the next six months.
During the last two years I have been working with The Rev. Roy Elam in
establishing an Episcopal Counseling Center within the Diocese. I believe we are far
enough along in that process to announce that it should be well underway in two (and
I hope three) locations before this September. In both my congregations, in Clearwater,
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ministries which served both the congregation and engaged the local communities. I
am most pleased that this possibility will become a reality.
I was saddened this past year with the resignation of Vanessa Riutta as the
Diocesan Coordinator for Youth Ministries, who decided to return to college to finish
her degree. Youth and young adults have been a priority ministryof mine for over 40
years. Times change, needs change and we are not keeping up with what this ministry
now requires which is someone in place to build relationships and teach others the
faith, be authentic and use the materials at hand to build corporate community. It
became obvious that we could not bring someone into this position with its current job
description and salary. We are working on adaptive alternatives, new opportunities,
to have someone involved to promote that ministry’s development. That has not met
with success to date.
The Cursillo movement continues to attract members within our Diocese. At its
core is the mission to empower current leaders and raise up new leaders who will take
their place within the structure of the Christian Community. The weekend experience
is important and establishes a foundation for leadership through education, worship
and community building. It is not for everyone nor just about having a good time for
three days. Being committed to the work and ministry to which we are each called by
our baptism is essential. I give thanks for this opportunity and this developing ministry
of witness to the Gospel in the Fourth Day.
This July, The Episcopal Church will meet in General Convention. It is a very large
group which gathers every three years and it is a very costly meeting. I believe that
adaptive structural reform is long overdue. I place before our Diocesan Convention a
resolution, calling for a special convention to reform the structure of The Episcopal
Church for the cause of our mission and ministry.
TITLE: A Resolution to enable and facilitate Structural Reform
within The Episcopal Church
RESOLVED, the 41st Diocesan Convention of the Diocese of the Central Gulf
Coast 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 _______ 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
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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.
EXPLANATION: The administrative and governance structures of The
Episcopal Church have grown over the years so that they now comprise
approximately 47% of the church wide budget, and sometimes hinder rather
than further this Church’s engagement in God’s mission. Reform is urgently
needed to facilitate this Church’s strategic engagement in mission, and allow
it to more fully live into its identity as the Domestic and Foreign Missionary
Society in a world that has changed dramatically over the years, but that also
presents extraordinary missional opportunity. I ask you to support this
resolution that it may be sent to the Secretary of the General Convention for
the General Convention’s consideration.
On behalf of our Diocese and the Episcopal Church, I continue serving on the
Board of Trustees for the University of the South, where as one of the owning Diocesan
Bishops, I was “Bishop in Residence” for a week this past year. As a Board Member for
the Society for the Propagation of Christian Knowledge, I am aware of the constant
need to foster continuing study and education for our clergy and laity. Additionally,
I serve as the Chair of the Standing Commission on Ecumenical and Interreligious
Relations, and the Commission working with the United Methodist Church on full
intercommunion and sharing ordained clergy. The seminal work, “Make Us One In
Christ” is still available on line and I recommend that for your study and review. The
ongoing work of The Episcopal Community continues to offer women an experience
in a deepening sense of God’s grace within the fellowship of prayer and study, using
the Rule of St. Benedict. I am privileged and pleased to serve as their national Chaplain.
I will also be the speaker at their annual meeting at The General Convention in
Indianapolis this July.
My daily log and the summary list of my official Episcopal acts reflecting my
activities in 2011, I file by title. I also file by title the official list of clergy of the Diocese,
which can be found on pages 7 through 10 in your Convention packet and will be
printed in the Diocesan Journal.
Since the last Convention, the following priests and spouses have died within the
Diocesan clergy family:
The Rev. Cam Desmarais, served as Vicar at St. Mark’s for the Deaf Church,
Mobile; retired from the Diocese of Alabama, died 13 April 2011.
Julia Desmarais, wife of The Rev. Cam Desmarais, died 17 July 2011.
Margaret Nixon, wife of The Rev. Tom Nixon, St. Michael’s, Ozark, died 22
August 2011.
We remember them before God, giving thanks for their time with us and their entrance
into the Church Triumphant. Please stand, as in silence we remember them and their
witness in our diocesan family. (Silence)
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REQUIESCANT EN PACEM
“Into paradise may the angels lead you. At your coming may the martyrs receive you,
and bring you into the holy city Jerusalem. + May their souls and the souls of all the
faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen!”
My time away this past Fall while on Sabbatical, was very helpful and rewarding.
Two programs I had hoped to do were not able to fund my time and work, and the
financial situation of the Diocese did not allow any funding for and of my Sabbatical.
That is a reality of these economic times.
I was able to go to Austin, Texas where our son, daughter-in-law and
granddaughter live. That was gift. For three months we lived at the Seminary of the
Southwest in the Carriage House, and for that I want to thank Dean Doug Travis and
the Seminary Board. Additionally, the Diocese of Texas made space available to me for
a study and office within the Austin Diocesan Center. This was a place of quiet to read,
study and do research. I thank Bishop Deanna Harrison for her support and welcome
and for her staffs’, hospitality and welcome. I also thank Bishop Andy Doyle, Bishop
of the Diocese of Texas, for his including me into the life and work of the Diocese of
Texas, so that I might visit congregations, agencies and clergy events to have material
for my study. I did work on the Murray Bowen concept of Family Systems and how
that affects, informs and intersects with our Diocesan and congregational structures.
This was most helpful. I was able to do both “compare and contrast” and both our
dioceses ended up more in the positive than the negative. I also took some classes while
in Austin at one of the schools. I had wanted to do this hands on approach several
years ago, but did not. My two favorite classes at which I thought I excelled were: Knife
Skills and French Cooking, and I was able to do them with my son - what fun!
The Rev. Marianne Stephens-Kroll, the President of the Episcopal Conference of the
Deaf and Rector of St. John’s Episcopal Deaf Church in Birmingham, Alabama, will
begin Sunday morning worship over the internet this next Sunday. She will celebrate
and preach at the Holy Eucharist simultaneously for and with the Church of St. Mark’s
for the Deaf in Mobile and five other deaf congregations including her own and St.
Ann’s Church in New York City, the Mother Church for the Deaf. This ministry which
we are helping to pioneer is in place and working. I believe this model for selective
ministries may have ramifications for hearing congregations as well. These possibilities
are still in the exploratory phases, but it is my hope and desire that this may have trial
implementation sooner than later in our diocese.
Dr. Mendy Henderson continues to gift us with her work with and in the area of
the Five Year Plan. I thank her for this important segment for the Diocese, believing
this as an intentional way to engage looking at who we are and who we want to be.
The setting of goals and priorities while living into those realities, is even more
important in this time of financial distress.
The word on Diocesan finances continues to be a “good news/bad news” story. For
the second year in a row, we have reversed the several year trend of Diocesan Budget
deficits. The 2011 Budget ended with a$110,321 excess income over expenses. That is
certainly the good news, and gives the Commission on Finance and the Standing
Committee the opportunity to replace funds to the discretionary accounts that have
been used in previous years to balance deficit budgets! The bad news is that the Budget
is balanced (or surplused) primarily because we are not able to get information during
the budget process to accurately predict pledge income. The finance office does a
splendid job of getting as much pledge information as possible from congregations to
propose a budget to the Commission on Finance, Standing Committee and
subsequently to the Diocesan Convention; but so often it is with incomplete pledge
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reports because congregations are still working on their pledge receipts and finalizing
their budgets, sometimes as late as after the Diocesan Convention.
With the information available to develop a budget to present to Convention, quite
often the first draft of the proposed budget indicates a deficit. Such was the situation
for 2012, with the first draft of the budget producing a deficit of $61,785. Not knowing
exactly what income will be from congregations, the Commission on Finance and
Standing Committee were obliged to adjust the expense side of the budget to reflect the
income. After the Diocesan Convention, the finance office of the Diocese sends a
confirmation card to all congregations confirming their pledge to the annual budget.
Last year, this resulted in $42,189 additional pledges to the Diocese from the original
proposed budget. Fortunately, as a result of those increases, the Commission on
Finance and Standing Committee were able to increase the Diocese’ giving for Beckwith
Camp & Retreat Center and Wilmer Hall to their original asking.
In addition to the increased pledges for 2011, there were some savings in the
expense side of the Budget, primarily in the following areas: 1) Savings due to inactivity
in the Youth Ministry and Young Adult Ministry and the resignation of the Diocesan
Youth Coordinator. 2) Savings in the Coastline/Communications area with all Coastline
and communications being produced electronically. 3) Savings in the Administration
Budget in staff and Bishop’s travel, including not attending the Fall House of Bishops
Meeting. 4) Savings in sabbatical costs being met from non-diocesan sources. 5)
Savings in deferring some office maintenance and expenses. 6) Savings due to the
continued 40% reduction in the Diocesan Administrator’s salary for the past five years.
7) Savings due to the continued elimination of funding the position for a Canon to the
Ordinary. 8) Savings due to the continued elimination of funding the position for a
secretary/receptionist. 9) Savings due to no financial increases in the office staff salaries
for the past four years. 10) Savings due to the continued 10% reduction in the stipend
of the Bishop for three years.
The good thing is that we received more money than we anticipated and didn’t
spend as much as we anticipated, but the bad thing is in the budgeting process. We cut
back on several expense items, including continuing no salary adjustments for the
Diocesan staff while cost of living and health insurance premiums continue to rise. The
Standing Committee, in allocating some of the surplus from 2011, did give a bonus to
the Diocesan staff to off-set the lack of increase in compensation. The proposed budget
does include a 3% adjustment in salary for the Diocesan staff and for that I am most
grateful and thankful.
The first draft of the 2012 budget indicated a deficit of $61,785. The Diocese’
finance office has identified several funds restricted for certain expense items in the
Diocesan budget, and for the first time in several years, are able to add those to the
income of the Diocesan budget to offset those expenses. In the expense side of the
proposed budget, the Standing Committee reduced the original asking of Beckwith and
Wilmer Hall and Murray House, to assist in balancing the budget. There is also a
reduction in the request for clergy conference expense and likely the clergy will be
asked to pay a portion of the cost of Clergy Conference.
The Commission on Diocesan Missions reduced the original mission grant requests
from $72,000 to $38,000, and the seminarian line item in the proposed budget has
increased dramatically, from $27,000 to more than $60,000 due to the number of
Seminarians we will have in Seminary in 2012. The Diocesan participation in Seminary
expenses has been paying a portion of the Seminarians’ medical insurance premiums.
The Commission on Ministry is already looking into ways we can better manage those
costs in the future without turning away those in whom we see a call to ordained
ministry.
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I thank the Commission on Finance and Standing Committee for their diligence in
trying to work with a very difficult situation, trying to determine income, and then
making the hard decisions on expense cuts to assure that the budget is balanced. In my
address last year I said, we must look at various ways to seek financial support for the
Diocese. Being historically a volunteer giving Diocese, the financial pressure on
congregations has forced or allowed some of them to reduce their voluntary pledge to
the Diocese. The Commission on Finance and Standing Committee have begun to look
into ways that other dioceses are having their work funded from congregations. Those
efforts will continue during this year and hopefully we can find a solution to further
manage our budget requirements. Continue to pray for the congregations within the
Diocese, that as they grow in financial sustainability, they will be motivated with that
growth, to financially support the work of our Diocese. As your Bishop, the unspoken
question remains and I name it now - I name it now: how are we to be a diocese?
To the Diocesan Staff I offer my thanks for the work you do for us to ensure that
we are meeting the needs of our congregations: Vince Currie, Mary Poss, Jennifer
Barnard, Carmen Kimmons; your work empowers the Episcopal Office which I hold.
For your work and support on my behalf, I am most grateful. Cindy McCrory, your
gifts and ministries in communication are vital for all of us if we are to become a diocese
where we value knowing what ministries are being offered throughout the Diocese. To
Bob Graves, Chaplain to the retirees - Thank you. To Bob Gaines and Jerry Cotsonis,
volunteer front desk receptionists - Thank you. To the many unnamed, working near
and far on our behalf - Thank you.
The psalmist states, “You are my refuge and shield; my hope is in your word.” At
forty-one years old we, The Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, believe that our hope is
in God’s Word - that Word made flesh. Our ministry is to proclaim the Good News of
Jesus Christ to the world. It is in that mission and ministry that we are called and sent.
How shall we respond to the invitation give by Our Lord? “You are my refuge and
shield; my hope is in your word.” Sisters and brothers in Christ, let us bless the Lord!
Amen.
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THE BISHOP’S OFFICIAL ACTS FOR 2011
Summary of the official acts of The Right Reverend Philip M. Duncan, II for 2011 as
required by Title III, Canon 24, Section 6 of the Canons of the General Convention.
CONFIRMATIONS/RECEPTIONS/
BAPTISMS/DEDICATIONS
Duncan
143/38/19/5
Husley
1/0/2/0
NEW MINISTRIES
Anthony E. MacWhinnie, II
Reid T. McCormick
Margaret S. Shepard
ORDINATIONS
Priest
Tim W. Backus
A. Marie Butterbaugh
Glenn E. Rohrer
ORDINATIONS
Transitional Deacons
Glenn E. Rohrer
Rob P. Dixon
Darin S. Hyer
Joseph P. Mathews
Sandra K. McLeod
Erin J. Warde
Peter R. Wong
Vocational Deacons
Betty Jo Brenemen
John L. Brewer
Jayne R. Carson
Bobby W. Dean
Susan M. Douglas
Clara M. Hewis
Edward T. Richards
Raymond D. Wishart
3
01/26/11
05/04/11
07/23/11
POSTULANTS ACCEPTED for the
Priesthood
10
Joseph C. Baugh
08/05/11
Linda S. C. Borgen
08/05/11
Bruce C. Fehr
03/18/11
Ashley B. Freeman
08/19/11
David K. Green
08/05/11
Christine D. Hord
08/19/11
Eric N. Mancil
08/19/11
Walter B. Kindergan
08/05/11
Sara E. Philips
08/19/11
Kara N. Slade
08/19/11
3
4
01/29/11 POSTULANTS ACCEPTED for
01/22/11 Deacon School
08/05/11
08/20/11 Lorraine T. Boisselle
Terry L. Goff
08/19/11
Laura J. Kelson
08/19/11
08/05/11
7 James K. Merrihew, Jr.
01/08/11
4
12/21/11 CLERGY RECEIVED
North Carolina
12/21/11 Timothy W. Backus
Central Florida
12/21/11 Reid T. McCormick
West Missouri
12/21/11 Cynthia A. Howard
Massachusetts
12/21/11 Matthew A. Venuti
12/21/11
CLERGY DIMITTED
3
Newark
8 Matthew T. L. Corkern
Colorado
02/10/11 Denson F. Freeman, Jr.
Utah
02/10/11 Raymond J. Waldon, Jr.
02/10/11
1
02/10/11 CLERGY RENUNCIATION
09/20/11
02/10/11 Matthew A. Venuti
02/10/11
02/10/11
02/10/11
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January; Saturday: We began the day early with family leaving for Austin. They returned
after half an hour with Bella sick and spent the day caring for her and resting. I went into
the office about 9:00AM and worked on my calendar for last year until 3:00PM. We had a
simple supper and enjoyed being with the family. Bella was much better when she went to
bed. We all retired early.
January; Sunday - 2 Christmas: The family left about 8:00AM. Bella was doing fine. They
arrived in Austin by 7:00PM. I went back into the office and worked on the calendar until
3:00PM, keeping out of Kathy’s way as she cleaned and reorganized the house from the visit
and for the new year. At 3:00PM we went shopping in the Pensacola area; then did some
marketing and messages in the Gulf Breeze area. We were home by 7:00PM and had a
simple supper. I worked on my computer for a while with it presenting additional problems.
I retired early.
January; Monday: Kathy and I got underway early and I brought the computers into John
English’s office for his help. I worked in the office most of the day trying to finish the
calendar work for 2010. It was a long day. Kathy and I began some simple projects during
the evening. We are both secure in looking to put the house on the market within a few
months, and should it sell, rent an apartment on south Baylen Street or in the Port Royale
community. We retired early.
January; Tuesday: I worked about the office most of the morning; then met with a priest for
his birthday meeting. This was a very productive time and following lunch and a short time
to finish conversation, I met with a Deacon Candidate to discuss work at a local
congregation. I went home early and worked at home for a few hours before retiring.
January; Wednesday: I worked in the office for the morning and at 11:00AM, I attended a
“virtual” meeting with the consultant who is working on facilitating this particular program
for the General Convention’s Standing Committees. The meeting went well. I need to
contact a number of people to follow up on this process. After a short lunch I met with The
Rev. Al and Ellanor Pruitt to discuss the Ordination of Deacons at the opening worship at
the Diocesan Convention. We have good material and I believe it will be a wonderful
service. We then met with a Transitional Deacon to discuss ordination to the priesthood later
this month. I worked late and arrived home about 7:00PM. After more work, I retired early.
January; Thursday - Epiphany: Day off. Kathy and I drove to Panama City and arrived about
1:30PM to visit with a local priest who is having a health problem and I am concerned. His
mother (at 97) took a fall, but is doing much better. At 3:00PM we drove to Wewahitchka for
the 6:00PM celebration of the Holy Eucharist and Burning of the mortgage. The Rev. Jerry
Huft preached and I celebrated and made remarks commending this faithful and committed
priest and congregation. They had a fine reception and Kathy and I spent the night, retiring
early.
January; Friday: We drove home the next day, following a late breakfast with the Hufts and
his sister (our host). I had a physician’s appointment at 4:00PM; then came home to prepare
for the next day. We spent a quiet evening; retired early.
January; Saturday: We began the day early and drove to Mobile arriving at the Cathedral an
hour before the 11:00AM ordination for Glenn Rohrer to the Order of Transitional Deacons.
The service was celebrated in the chapel and was well organized by the Cathedral and ended
with a simple reception in his honor. The Rev. Al Pruitt preached a very fine sermon. Kathy
and I did some messages and stopped by two churches to see their renovation work. We
then went to a religious supply house to return some merchandise and order additional
materials for the eight who will be ordained Deacons at this coming Diocesan Convention.
Following some additional stops along the way, we arrive home about 7:00PM. We retired
early after simple supper and my working on the service for tomorrow.
January; Sunday - 1 Epiphany; The Baptism of Our Lord: We arrived at Holy Trinity at
8:30AM for the 9:30AM Eucharist at which I preached and celebrated. Following the
reception, I met with the vestry. Then Kathy and I stopped by the office for several hours of
work. Vince and the Treasurer were meeting to prepare for the Commission on Finance
meeting tomorrow (Vince will not be present as he prepares for his mother’s funeral at Christ
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Church) and I met with them for a short time. I also looked in on the Happening
preparation. We returned home about 4:00PM with a marked change in the weather,
which is getting very cold. I was involved with several projects during the evening and
retired about midnight.
January; Monday: I went into the office about 8:00AM and worked on several projects before
the Finance Committee meeting at 10:00AM. We did not complete our work, but broke at
1:30PM to attend the funeral of Ruth Currie. I then returned home and took Kathy out to
dinner for her 65th birthday. We made an early night of it and retired before 10:00PM.
January; Tuesday: I spent the day in the office working on various projects. John English
worked on getting my home and travel computer upgraded with Windows 7. I made
numerous phone calls and dealt with a few emergencies before I returned home for the
evening. We retired early after a simple supper.
January; Wednesday: I complete working on materials for the General Convention Standing
Committee for Ecumenical and Interreligious work and our forthcoming meeting in April
and the meeting of the House of Bishops Spring Meeting at Kanuga in North Carolina this
spring. I returned home after numerous calls and patch work about 7:00PM, and again
retired early. I did several Sudoku puzzles and read part of a new novel.
January; Thursday: Kathy and I worked about the house in the cold (28 degrees) and had a
full morning of getting ready for an overnight guest, and being away for the weekend. It was
a good day out of the office, but I had a lot to do for the Diocesan Convention. After our
guest arrived, we had dinner and chatted well into the night, retiring about midnight.
January; Friday: I went into the office early after getting our guest back onto the road for
Dallas. I had a few things to do; then met with friends who are having a difficulty with their
parish; then went to lunch. Mid-afternoon Kathy and I drove to Panama City and checked
into the Hilton Garden Hotel for the weekend; then drove back to the beach area to meet
with The Episcopal Community circle of leaders for social time, dinner; then a short meeting
before the general meeting in the morning. As the National Chaplain, I am always
impressed with this group and with Sue Schlanbush and the other leaders who are no
nonsense leaders and go-getters. Kathy and I returned to the hotel about 10:00PM and
retired.
January; Saturday: I did some desk work early in the morning; then went to St. Andrew’s
Church for a part of the morning’s quiet day and reflections being presented by Pat Horn
from Trinity Church, Apalachicola. She did a good presentation with fine content. I met for
several hours with Sue Schlanbush on TEC matters. Following lunch I celebrated and
preached the Holy Eucharist and installed the new leaders for the National Community and
brought new members into the Chapter for our Diocese. Just after 3:00PM, following an
interment, I went to Holy Nativity to meet with the Rector and get my gear into the church,
review and sign the books and registers, and walk about the grounds and facilities. Things
are looking very good. We went out to dinner at Fireflies and had good conversation about
the congregation and the school. Kathy and I retired early.
January; Sunday - 2 Epiphany: I preached and celebrated the 8:00AM Holy Eucharist; then
joined the congregation for a very fine brunch that was offered between the two services.
This is a fine group of leaders and workers. At the 10:00AM service I preached, celebrated
and confirmed thirteen (13) adults; six (6) males and seven (7) females; received two (2)
males. After a short reception following the service, photos and book signing, I had a short
meeting with the vestry and clergy. Kathy and I drove home by 5:00PM ,having stopped
along the way to do messages; then spent a quiet evening reading, listening to music and
watching a BBC murder mystery. We retired early.
January; Monday: Office closed for Martin Luther King Day. We slept much later than
usual and following breakfast, we drove to Gulf Shores along the beach roads and had lunch
on the beach. We then stopped by several shops, (including two church thrift shops which
were closed) and enjoyed the down time. We returned home about 6:00PM and following
a simple supper, watched a movie together. Later in the evening, I worked on my computer
and retired before midnight.
January; Tuesday - The Confession of St. Peter: I began the day early and went into the office
early. I made several important phone calls; then went to Christ Church, Pensacola for the
Standing Committee Meeting. It was a good meeting and I gave two reports; then went into
executive mode for my counsel of advice to deal with several rumors that are about the
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Diocese. I returned to the office and worked on my computer until 6:00PM (the President of
the Standing Committee came by the office and told me that a financial gift had been given
to both Vince and me, and they wanted us to know they wished it could have been more I was very moved by this gesture) and returned home and worked in my study for a few
hours before retiring.
January; Wednesday: It was a busy day in the office and I worked on my address for several
hours. I do not want to have to review this material last minute. I spent some of the evening
working in my study and spent time with Kathy as well. We retired early.
January; Thursday: Day off. Kathy and I spent the day doing messages. We began in
Pensacola, then went to Baldwin County, stopping at the Holy Spirit Thrift Shop, which is
very fine; an antique shop on Rt. 59; then one on Highway 98 in Fairhope. We also stopped
by the Malbis Mall just of off I-10 and did some shopping there as well. We had dinner in
Fairhope; then drove home about 9:00PM. I took a few hours to work on gathering material
for my address and to work on my sermon for Sunday.
January; Friday: I worked in the office until 4:00PM on various projects, including the
Diocesan Convention. I then went to St. John’s Church for the rehearsal for the ordination
tomorrow. I returned home by 6:00PM and worked for several hours on my Sunday sermon
and the notes for my Convention Address. I retired early.
January; Saturday: Kathy and I went to St. John’s Church in Warrington for the ordination
of Marie Butterbaugh to the priesthood. It was a beautiful service and was well organized,
beautifully carried out and with an excellent sermon by The Rev. Martha Kreamer. I was
very pleased to see the church looking so good and the number of clergy and laity present
for this event. Following the service, we went by the office and I spoke with the International
Vocare steering committee which was meeting in our diocese. It is my hope that we can get
this group to help start this ministry for our young people here. Kathy and I then went out
to wander some of the antique shops. I bought some old fountain pens which a hope to
repair. We were home by 6:00PM and following supper and my work for tomorrow, we
retired before 10:00PM.
January; Sunday - 3 Epiphany: It was good to be at St. Cyprian’s Church for their service.
I celebrated and preached the Holy Eucharist; then had a wonderful meal. This is a fine
congregation of very good people. It is one of Kathy’s special places and people. Fr. Mike
is doing good work here and Fr. Herb is still going strong at 91 (he is beginning to fail a little
each year but is still very much with it). Kathy and I went by the office and again met with
the Vocare group (Vanessa is doing good work with the youth in the Diocese) before we ran
about the Pensacola area doing messages. We returned home about 6:00PM and again, I
spent much of the evening with Kathy watching a BBC program, doing Sudoku puzzles and
working on cleaning and repairing several of the fountain pens. We retired before 11:00PM.
January; Monday: I went into the office expecting to spend the day working on my
Convention Address but never was able to work on it. I spent much of the day putting out
fires about the Diocese, doing HOB work with deployment and working on the worship
services for Diocesan Convention. As I was leaving, John English brought back my desk top
computer and is still working on my portable. This computer crashing and problems are
getting very old fast. Kathy and I ran a few errands and returned home for a simple supper;
then I worked on my Address for several hours. I retired before midnight.
January; Tuesday - The Conversion of St. Paul: Following an early morning at home and
time in my study, I went into the office and had several appointments throughout the day.
I worked on the Convention and spent a good amount of the day working on appointments
to the Committees and Commissions. It was a busy and full day. I returned home in very
heavy fog, about 6:00PM, and following working on some fun projects (fountain pens), I
watched the State of the Union address, which I thought was well done. I then worked on
my Address and finished a Sudoku before retiring about 1:00AM.
January; Wednesday: I went into the office about 9:00AM and had a full morning with only
one appointment with Fr. Pruitt, to discuss the Ordination Liturgy at Diocesan Convention
for the eight Deacons. It was a very productive meeting. Kathy came by the office and
following lunch, I spent several hours working on the Convention; then went home about
4:00PM. Kathy and I drove to Navarre for the Service of Institution of The Rev. Anthony
MacWhinnie at 6:00PM. It was a good service with The Rev. David McDowell-Fleming
preaching a fine sermon. The reception following was also fine and very upbeat. Kathy and
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I were home by 8:30PM. I worked in my study for a few hours on my Convention Address.
I retired about 11:00PM.
January; Thursday: Day off. Kathy and I spent most of the day running messages about the
Pensacola and Gulf Breeze area. We made a quick trip to Baldwin County and returned
home by 4:00PM. After some needed work in the house, I spent time on my Address which
is going more slowly than I had planned. I retired early to get some needed rest.
January; Friday: I went into the office early and spent most of the day working on Diocesan
Convention work. After lunch with the staff and volunteers, I went to Christ Church to set
up my “gear” for tomorrow. I returned home by 5:00PM. Kathy and I worked about the
house for a few hours; then packed for the next day. About 8:30PM I worked on my Address
and retired before midnight.
January; Saturday: We packed up the car early and went to Pensacola for the Ordination of
The Rev. Tim Backus to the priesthood. It was a glorious service which began at 10:30AM
and lasted two hours. The Rev. Susan Sowers preached a very fine sermon and like many
before her, I have asked to place this sermon on the web page. By 1:00PM Kathy and I began
our trip to Greenville and upon our arrival, we went by the Church to sign and review the
books and registers before checking into the hotel. We had a few hours before going to the
Hamilton’s home, which is just around the corner from the Church. That gathering was a
joyful time and we celebrated the coming of their new Rector, The Rev. Reid McCormick.
We returned to the Hampton Inn by 10:00PM and retired soon thereafter.
January; Sunday - 4 Epiphany: We got an early start on the day and I was able to do some
work before getting to the Church in time for the 10:00AM service of Confirmation and the
Holy Eucharist. St. Thomas had no candidates but we had one (1) female confirmed and one
(1) male received from St. Mark’s Church in Troy. The service was very well organized and
uplifting, with people very excited about the coming of their new Rector. The brunch
following was over the top - very fine food and a great deal of it. It is good to see these
people pulling together again. By 1:00PM Kathy and I drove to Foley where I dropped her
off at a shopping center and went to visit The Rev. Sam Hardman, who came home from the
hospital to die. I spent time with the family and Sam, praying with them and talking with
Sam about this time for him and them. He is a good man and priest and I will miss him. I
collected Kathy about 5:30PM and we drove home. Once we settled in, we had a very lite
supper and watched a movie to relax. I also did a few projects and one Sudoku while the
movie was running. Following this I worked on my computer until 11:30PM when I retired.
January; Monday: We began the day early with heavy rain. Kathy had a number of projects
to attend to. I went into the office to sign a contract, review Parliamentary procedures and
work on my computer for various projects, including Diocesan Convention. Following
lunch, I was able to get more work completed on my Address. I still have a lot more to
complete this document and be ready for the opening of Convention, a week from this
coming Thursday. I returned home by 6:00PM and spent most of the evening working on
my computer writing a paper for publication. I retired about 10:30PM.
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February; Tuesday: I went into the office early and had a busy day working with Convention
materials. I met with the Environmental Commission; they are doing good work. Following
lunch and still having problem with the computers, I worked on my address for several
hours. I then met with Fr. Al about the Ordination part of the opening service. I worked on
the Clergy Renewal of Vows and the Blessing of the Oils, which will take place between the
conclusion of the Morning Office and my Address on Friday morning. I returned home late.
John worked on my computers and took two to the office to work on during the evening.
February; Wednesday: I spent the day in the office - again with computer problems - and
catching up on mail and the Diocesan Convention. Mary Poss was working on getting the
oils prepared for Convention and Fr. Tim Backus was working with her on getting this
project completed. I worked late and returned home about 7:00PM, setting some additional
programs in process for the Diocese and with the House of Bishops. I prepared to call my
Theology Consultant Committee together for advice, and to engage in meeting the future
needs of the Diocese in more fulsome and creative ways. I worked on my Address and
retired before midnight.
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February; Thursday: Day off. I worked in my study for a few hours in the morning and then
drove to Ft. Walton Beach for the funeral of a young man who was killed in an auto accident.
I left to return to the office by 1:00PM. I then worked in the office until 6:00PM. As soon as
the rains stopped, I went home to join Kathy for supper and a quiet evening. I also worked
in my study for an hour or so before retiring about midnight.
February; Friday: I went into the office early for a telephone conference to find it had been
delayed until the next day. I spent most of the day working on Convention and working
with the computers - that are again giving me a hard time. Access to the S drive seems to be
a major problem (John English will get sainthood in working with this seeming mess)! I went
home early and Kathy and I worked about the house. I then worked some in my study
before we again retried early.
February; Saturday: I began the day early and attended the telephone conference call for the
Board meeting of The General Seminary. The hour was well spent (I was glad I did not have
to be present with the snow and ice in New York City). Kathy and I went into Pensacola for
part of the afternoon to do some messages and I made some trips collecting items needed for
Diocesan Convention. It was a productive day. We returned by 5:00PM and I spent time
reading - again having trouble with the computer and the S drive. I finally gave up and
retired about 10:00PM, having finished my sermon and talk with the confirmands.
February; Sunday - 5 Epiphany: Kathy and I drove to Pensacola to St. John’s Church,
Warrington by 8:15AM. I worked with the confirmation class and prepared for the 9:30AM
service of Holy baptism where I baptized one (1) two year old female and confirmed three
(3) adults; two (2) males and one (1) female. I celebrated and preached at the Holy Eucharist.
Following the photo opportunity and reception, I met with the Vestry for about an hour.
Kathy and I drove home. I did several projects for the Diocesan Convention and then
worked on my Address. It still needs a few hours of additional work. I watched a program
-this is Super Bowl Sunday - and retired early, hoping to catch up on some addition rest.
February; Monday: Having worked some on my Address over the weekend, I spent much
of today working on the formal part of the Address, and putting out a few fires within the
Diocese. It was a long day and the computers are still not working as I think they ought to
be functioning. I went home about 5:30PM in a heavy rain storm - it is cold even for this part
of Florida. Kathy and I retired about 11:00PM.
February; Tuesday: I went into the office early. I finished my Address by 6:00PM. It was
a long day, but I did get a lot accomplished. I will be glad when the Convention is finished
and we can get back to the work that is important.
February; Wednesday: Began the day early and had a conference call with the Finance
Committee at 9:00AM. The rest of the day I worked on the explicated Agenda and perfected
my Address, which will be give on Friday morning. Kathy and I packed during the evening
and we retired before 10:00PM, knowing these next few days will be wonderful, but also
draining.
February; Thursday: We began the day early and after packing up the car, drove to Magnolia
Springs, stopping by the office along the way. We checked into the Houser Compound by
11:00AM and then went by the church to view the auction items, and made a few closed bids
on several things “we could just as well live without.” After a short drive to Fairhope and
a quick lunch, we registered at St. James’ Church and set up for the 6:00PM service of the
opening Diocesan Convention Holy Eucharist, with the Ordination of eight Deacons. I went
by the open hearing on the Budget and then worked on a small project before the 5:00PM
gathering for the worship. The service was wonderful and well organized and prepared.
Bishop Dabney Smith preached a good sermon and I was very pleased with the entire event,
including the very fine music. After pictures and a short meeting with the Deacons, (when
I reclaimed my mobile phone, I learned that The Rev. Sam Hardman had died at 6:00PM as we had begun the Holy Eucharist) I went to Andree’s restaurant where I hosted a dinner
for eighteen people for Convention. It also was well done and prepared by Jim Ketchum catering himself. Kathy and I returned to Magnolia Springs and are very grateful to Charley
and Janie Houser for their hospitality and welcome. We retired before midnight.
February; Friday: Following a stand up breakfast at 7:00AM, we gathered for the morning
office and the renewal of clergy vows with the blessing of the oils. I then delivered my
Convention Address, which took just under forty minutes. After a short break, I called the
Diocese Convention to order. We worked until noon in the initial work, messages and
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presentations. At Noon Day Prayers, we presented those going on Mission Trips from our
Diocese during the next few months. That was wonderful and exciting. After a box lunch,
we had four workshops - each delegate was assigned to two. There were more than twenty
displays from all types and varieties of vendors, including Thee Store. I met briefly with the
contingent from The Episcopal Community, to give counsel on an internal problem that has
arisen. We joined with the Smiths and went to the Gala, which was well done and lots of fun
- despite the very cold temperature. Kathy and I were back to the compound by 9:00PM. I
retired before 9:30PM, after reviewing my notes and the agenda for the morning.
February; Saturday: The day began with a stand up breakfast at St. James and then a
shortened Morning Devotion with Bishop Smith. I reconvened the Convention by 8:30AM
and we were able to move along at a clip with voting and reports being woven together. All
the business was completed by 11:15AM, including the exceedingly humorous “Courtesy
Resolution.” We completed the Holy Eucharist by 12:30PM and the 40th Diocesan
Convention was adjourned. Within ten minutes, I said goodbye to the Smiths. The Standing
Committee met to organize for business. Joe Basenberg was elected President of the Standing
Committee. Kathy had packed up and we said thanks to all those involved and began our
trip home going by the Thrift Shop at St. Paul’s Church, Daphne. We had a late lunch at a
Thai restaurant and then shopped at an antique mall, where I purchased several cuff links
and two matching marble lamps. Kathy drove us to the Diocesan Office where we unpacked
Convention materials and then stopped by the Post Office to collect the mail, which we
sorted when we got home. On Friday, the County Road Department had begun work on
tearing up our street and putting in a new drain system. The area is now a mess, but will be
wonderful when completed. We worked on a few projects, I finished my sermon and we
retired before 9:30PM.
February; Sunday - 6 Epiphany: Kathy and I began very early in the morning, driving to
Brewton, Alabama by 8:00AM. I set up my kit and reviewed and signed the registers and
books. At the 9:00AM service of the Holy Eucharist, I preached and celebrated. Following
the reception, I spoke with the congregation gathered, about how they would be moving
forward in their vacancy. I then had a short meeting with the Vestry (again to insure them
of my support and help and using Fr. Ray Walden as their consultant). We then spent some
time with Salem and Diane Saloom at the Country Club for lunch. I am pleased that the
Congregation is doing so well, with Fr. Gary Baldwin having accepted an assignment in
Cheyenne, Oklahoma. Later in the afternoon, we drove home and relaxed before I packed
for my next trip. I worked on a simple and fun project. We retired early.
February; Monday: Office Closed from Diocesan Convention (Valentine’s Day). Kathy and
I drove to St. Andrew’s Church, Destin and I met with the Vestry for a luncheon meeting
from 11:30AM until 1:30PM. Kathy and I then went to do messages about the area and
returned home about 4:00PM. I finished packing for my trip to Salt Lake City the next day,
and after doing some reading in preparation for the forthcoming meeting, I retired before
7:00PM.
February; Tuesday: I began the day by 2:30AM and drove to the Ft. Walton Airport by
4:30AM for a 5:25AM flight to Salt Lake City through Atlanta, arriving at 11:00AM. I took
a share ride to the Diocesan House for the Systems Group meeting, which began at noon with
lunch. There was plenty of snow and it was sunny, cold and windy. It was good to be here
and clear my head. It was good to be with this fun, intense and wonderful group of friends,
who can play and work very hard in a short period of time. We began looking into the
materials from Systems, with a different lens - which might be helpful for my Sabbatical
work. I retired by 11:00PM very tired.
February; Wednesday: Systems group work. We all had more than an hour to present our
cases and our work, which was then lovingly critiqued by the rest of the study group present.
The teaching, group and individual learning were then discussed following each
presentation. We watched a movie in the late evening on the disestablishment of apartheid
in South Africa. It was a means of seeing family systems at work in both dysfunctional and
functional families of origin, and the impact on the social and political systems. We retired
about 1:00AM.
February; Thursday: Systems Group work. Travel home leaving at 2:00PM - was to arrive
at 10:00PM. All flights were cancelled into the Gulf Coast and I spent the night in Atlanta.
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by the office. Then on to Ft. Walton Beach Airport to collect my car and returned home,
where I was able to do some additional work. It was a long day. I watched a movie withe
Kathy to relax before we both retired early.
February; Saturday: We spent the morning at home. I had an appointment to address some
of the dermatological issues I face from the sun. We then drove to overnight in Mobile for
my visitations on Sunday. We went to several shops and ended the day with a parade
outside the Cathedral; then dinner at a restaurant around the corner from the apartment,
called The Royal Scam. It was a good day and we were able to get a good deal
accomplished.
February; Sunday - 7 Epiphany: We got underway early and arrived in Citronelle before
8:00AM. There were seven of us for the service and I celebrated the Holy Eucharist Rt. II in
the Church. It was a simple and wonderful time with these people. I am also grateful to Fr.
Dennis Brown for his willingness to make this part of his cure twice a month. Following this
service, Kathy drove through the back roads to Jackson and we arrived about 15 minutes
before the service was to begin. I celebrated the Holy Eucharist Rt. II and preached and
Confirmed one (1) adult male. It was also a very fine service and was followed with a more
than generous luncheon. We began our trip home by 2:00PM. Kathy drove through Brewton
and then south to Gulf Breeze. We arrived home about 5:00PM. We both relaxed and
watched some of the Masterpiece Theater, which we enjoyed very much. We retired early.
February; Monday: The office was open (it was Presidents Day) and we were able to get a
lot accomplished because the phones were blessedly more quiet than usual, and we had no
mail. I was able to all but clear my desk and catch up on a good deal of work. Kathy and
I drove to St. Agatha’s Church, DeFuniak Springs by 5:00PM, for a meeting of the
Congregation and Vestry; followed by dinner and a short meeting with the Vestry. We drove
the hour home by 10:00PM; worked on a few projects that needed my attention; retired
before 11:00PM.
February; Tuesday: I had several meetings today involving ministry in one way or another.
One with regard to be a mentor to one of the new Deacons. I met with a Priest who wants
to serve as a Curate in a Parish; then with a Priest whose secretary edited the canon of the
Eucharist to make it fit the bulletin without his knowledge. This is stuff for a book in the
future but who would believe it. The remainder of the day I engaged with sorting through
paper that needed shredding and filing papers to the clergy files. I spoke with several
seminarians about personal matters and finally arrive home for supper about 7:00PM. After
some reading and taking pen to hand for a few messages to friends, I retired before midnight.
February; Wednesday: It was a busy day in the office and at home. It was Andrew’s 35th
birthday and Kathy and I had sent him a table that she had refinished - he loved it. That was
good news. Vanessa Riutta met with me and resigned as the Youth and Young Adult
Coordinator for the Diocese. Ugh. She has been doing good work and it has been difficult
for her - like “making bricks without straw.” It is a shame that even for programs wanted,
there is so little real support. She will be missed. I returned home by 6:00PM and was
depressed over this opportunity for the Diocese. I read for several hours; retired by
midnight.
February; Thursday: Day Off. Kathy and I ran a number of errands and messages. And
found that we had indeed accomplished a good deal by the time we retired about 11:00PM.
February; Friday: I went into the office early and worked on several phone calls that were
very important. The COM met from 9:00AM through lunch, until 3:00PM. Touching base
with those who were interested in the Vocational Deacons Program. It was a long,
productive meeting. I worked until 6:00PM and then went home, to continue some
additional work. I also completed a Sudoku puzzle box that I had been working on for six
months. Tomorrow I begin a new level of work on those mind games; retired before
midnight.
February; Saturday: Kathy and I worked about the house early in the morning and then
drove to Pensacola to do some work there. I took our old marble lamps to the lamp shop.
I tool the lamp my father had designed and fabricated there as well to be worked on and to
get a new shade. We then did the rounds about town, including the Waterfront Mission
Thrift Shop. We had an early supper at the Laotian restaurant east of Navarre. We returned
home by 5:30PM and I spent most of the night working on my sermons for tomorrow and
writing a few messages for both publishing and the internet. I retired before 11:00PM.
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February; Sunday - 8 Epiphany: We began the day about 6:00AM and Kathy drove us to St.
Peter’s Church, Bon Secour for the celebration of the Holy Eucharist with Confirmation at
which I presided, preached and confirmed seven (7) adults; three (3) males and four (4)
females. Following the service and required pictures, we had a fine luncheon in the parish
hall and then I met with the Vestry and Fr. Massey Gentry. Things are looking good at this
congregation (which was very full for the service). Kathy and I drove to Beckwith at 2:00PM.
I worked in the sacristy area for a few hours before I began the 4:00PM Closing Service for
Cursillo #144. This was not as well attended as often is the case; but the number of pilgrims
was more than usual. It was a good service and Phyllis Findley did a good job as Rector for
the weekend. Gary Moore will be the next Lay Rector. Kathy drove us home after the
service concluded at 5:30PM. We were home by 7:00PM. We relaxed and watched some TV
and retired about 11:30PM.
February; Monday: I went into the office about 9:00AM and worked with Mary for several
hours on various projects, including setting up a meeting with the President of the Standing
Committee for the end of the week, and a meeting to populate the Special Committee on “A
Theology of Grace”. I met with clergy to discuss the interim ministry programs throughout
the Diocese and how we might make those stronger and full, in scope of forming healthy
communities of faith. I returned home by 5:00PM. Kathy and I worked on several projects
during the evening. We retired by 10:00PM.
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March; Tuesday: This was a long day. I spent most of it working in the office and doing the
bits and pieces that often get overlooked. I ordered several books and “cufflink backs” to
work on a project to make use of all the duplicate pins I get from various organizations. I
went home by 5:00PM and worked with Kathy about the house. I completed several projects
refinishing wood. We retired by 10:00PM.
March; Wednesday: I spent the day working in the office and attempted to clear my desk.
I made phone calls, wrote letters and e-mails and plowed through more than a hundred
incoming e-mails, most of which were unnecessary. I met with a clergy academic retired
couple, who are doing work within the scope of the Palestinian Israel (Jewish Islamic)
dialogue. Unpopular in some circles, but which I believe is vital if there is ever to be a
resolution to this problem. I returned home by 7:00PM. Following supper; worked on my
sermon for Sunday. We retired about 11:30PM.
March; Thursday: This was to be my day off but the temptation to be with The Rev. Barbara
Crafton was too much. The day was sponsored by Baptist Hospital and the pastoral care
department with Don Winslow (director of the C. P. E. Program) and Jim Palmer. They did
well and Crafton was “spot on.” I went by the office at 3:00PM and worked there with phone
appointments until half past six. I was home by 7:00PM and spent time with Kathy getting
ready for our visitations and short time at Mardi Gras in Mobile. We got a lot accomplished
and retired about 10:30PM.
March; Friday: We finished all the projects and drove to Mobile, arriving at 12:30PM at the
Cathedral, and “moved in” for our short visitation. Bishop Keith Whitmore was there
(speaker at our Mens’ Conference at Beckwith). I took a small group to lunch at Ed’s on the
Causeway. We found Cindy McCrory and her family there and had good conversation with
her as well. During the early afternoon, we did messages and then prepared for the evening.
We walked to a local restaurant, The Bull, and met the Hamiltons, Snyders and MacDonalds
for dinner and four parades, which was great fun. Also spent time with Joe Basenberg (we
did some work which I do not like to do in the midst of a social gathering) and his family.
It was a good evening and we walked back to the apartment by 10:00PM. I worked on the
computer for a few hours, retiring about midnight.
March; Saturday: We began the day late and had breakfast at 8:00AM. I worked on several
projects and then we ran about Mobile for several hours. By 3:00PM we were in Atmore and
checked into the Wind Creek Hotel on the Reservation. It is lovely. I did some work for the
Congregation at Fountain Prison and then went to the Fish Fry at St. Anna’s Church. It
rained very heavily and we were soaked getting in and out of the car. As always, this time
was very fine at dinner, with long conversation with Burford Rolin and The Rev. Teresa
Leifur. We also learned that Lee Martin was in the hospital in Mobile. We went back to the
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hotel at 8:00PM and retired before 10:30PM.
March; Sunday - Last Epiphany: We had a fine breakfast at the Casino Hotel and drove to
the Church by 8:00AM, where I signed all the documents and the papers for the baptisms.
The service began at 9:00AM, with 81 people present. I celebrated and preached the service
of Holy Baptism and Holy Eucharist Rt. II, at which I baptized five (5) children; two (2) males
and three (3) females. Following the blessing of the bibles and crosses given as gifts, we had
the requisite pictures and then I met over brunch with the Vestry members and Teresa Leifur,
who is the supply priest for the congregation. They are working toward having a full-time
priest who can live in the area. Kathy and I left Poarch at a quarter to noon and arrived
before 1:00PM in Mobile, and went to the OOM’s street party, which was wonderful and
very packed. We visited with large numbers of people and finally left at about 4:00PM, and
drove to the Cathedral and parked. By 8:00PM, the parades ended and we drove to the
Mobile Infirmary Hospital to see Lee Martin in the NICU. He was not doing well. We were
home and retired by midnight, it having been a long day.
March; Monday: We began the day at 7:00AM and following a light breakfast, I had two
appointments during the morning; at 9:00AM and 10:30AM, and several phone appointment
as well throughout the day. Kathy and I worked on separate projects and following a box
luncheon from an Elder Hostel group with whom I spoke, we went for a long walk, bought
roasted peanuts and returned to the apartment by 4:30PM. I finished some additional work
and we changed for dinner and parades. We walked to the Snider’s home where we went
out to where the floats begin their run and had a “blast” with the children, families and those
riding in the parades. It was much better than being out on the streets. We returned to the
Snider’s home for a wonderful dinner and several hours of conversation with two couples,
and then walked home. Following some computer work, I retired. It had been a long and
a good day.
March; Tuesday: We began the day late and following breakfast and some computer work
and calling the office, we went to the Mardi Gras Museum at 10:00AM for four hours of
parades, food, drink and socializing with numerous Episcopalians. I was a long time and
a wonderfully full time. Kathy and I returned to the apartment and changed closes and went
to the KOR reception for a few hours, also visiting with a number of our various
congregation’s members. We returned to the apartment and rested for an hour, changed
clothes and again went to the Snider’s home for more parades and a late dinner. This was
another very full and fine day with wonderful people and hospitality that is outstanding.
We returned home and retired before midnight.
March; Wednesday - Ash Wednesday: Lent begins! I awoke feeling sick and as the day
progressed I was sick. I had a 9:00AM meeting with The Rev. Thack Dyson and a
parishioner who is at Duke Seminary - this was a very fine meeting. At 10:00AM I had a
meeting about the Cawthorne Property downtown Mobile, to see what we might do that
would be mutually advantageous to all parties concerned. It was another fine meeting.
Kathy packed up the car and I was unable to celebrate the noon service for the Ash
Wednesday Liturgy and the Holy Eucharist. We left Mobile at 1:30PM after I rested for a few
hours, and Kathy drove home. I slept most of the way home and at home until almost
8:00PM. Kathy spent the evening unpacking and cleaning up for the next few days and for
my weekend visitation at St. Mark’s Church, Troy. We retired before 11:00PM.
March; Thursday: We both spent a slow day feeling somewhat better, but not really
wonderful. I was to have my Skype Coaching session with the Primus of Scotland, but the
program did not function very well. At 2:00PM I visited the dentist with a broken tooth,
went by the office and returned home to rest again. I worked on my sermon for Sunday and
retired by 9:00PM.
March; Friday: I had a 9:00AM appointment for skin treatments, stopped by the office and
cancelled my luncheon with friends (still not able to eat very much) and went home and
rested for a short time. Kathy drove us both to Lillian for the ground-breaking service for the
new church on the present site. We arrived five minutes before 4:00PM and the service
started on time with about 85 people present. It was wonderful to see, and the reception
following was very well presented. Kathy and I drove home by 7:00PM and retired before
9:00PM.
March; Saturday: I worked most of the morning in my study and got a good deal
accomplished. We packed and after running a few messages, drove to Troy, Alabama for my
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visitation. We were both feeling better, but still a little rocky; it seems to have been some
kind of intestinal bug. The drive up to Troy was pleasant and we stopped along the way to
visit a shop in Opp. After checking into the Hampton Inn, we went to a simple supper at a
chain restaurant. Upon returning to the hotel, we worked for a few more hours until
10:00PM (we set the clocks ahead for summer/day light savings time and lost an hours sleep)
and we retired.
March; Sunday - 1 Lent: We got underway early, having breakfast at 7:00AM, and then went
to St. Mark’s Church were I signed all the books and register, before the 9:30AM service of
Confirmation and Holy Eucharist at which I preached, celebrated and confirmed one (1)
adult female. The service was well prepared and both Fr. Gibson and Fr. Withrock are doing
good work here. Following the service, they presented a wonderful reception; we were some
of the last people to leave. We drove home by another route and arrived home by 3:00PM.
We unpacked and changed clothes and went to fill up the car with gas (prices are rising and
now $3.51 a gallon) which is making travel and visitations more costly. On the way home,
we stopped by a shop where Kathy bought some wooden bowls and then did some messages
in several other places near to home. We returned home by 6:30PM and spent quiet evening
watching a BBC mystery. We retired by 11:00PM.
March; Monday: We began the day by 6:00AM (now in the dark) and I worked on a few
things in my study. I was in the office by 8:30AM and signed papers, made a few calls and
went to a retreat led by Mirabai Starr, at the Pensacola Beach home of Robert and Marie
Rubey. There were six of us present in the beautiful home and lovely setting, with a very
gifted and challenging presenter - what a blessing for us! John of the Cross and Teresa of
Avila were front and center in fresh new translations from this talented author. Five very
short hours with five of our clergy and our host and speaker. Some of the best time I have
spent in quite a while. I went by the office to again sign a document and return a call, and
then went to the dentist at 4:30PM for an extraction. By 6:00PM I was home and spent the
night with John English coming by to work on this computer, and catching up on my diary
and other simple projects. I began prep work for my eyelid surgery tomorrow morning and
retired by 10:00AM.
March; Tuesday: Kathy and I began the day by 6:30AM and she drove me to the Hospital
by 9:30AM for check-in and then surgery at 10:30PM, working on my left eye which did not
take in last years surgery. These next few days I will be with frozen peas over that region of
the eye and my feet up for one full day.
March; Wednesday: Day of rest at home. Was able to do work on the phone, which was a
blessing for me to not get too far behind in contact work within the parishes, and national
CCABs with which I am involved.
March; Thursday: Day of rest at home with the same restrictions as yesterday.
March; Friday: I went into the office and limited my time for the COM interviews with
seminarians and those with special circumstances. I kept ice on as much as possible, going
into my office a few time to apply a cold pack. It was a good meeting and I was pleased with
most of the interviews. I went home and rested with ice and feet up, and retired very early.
March; Saturday: I went by the office for a short time with the Commission on Youth and
we addressed the resignation of the Youth Coordinator. I then returned home for a session
with more ice, which has kept the swelling down.
March; Sunday - 2 Lent: Kathy and I began the day early and drove to St. Paul’s Church,
Daphne, to sign the books and registers and prepare for the service of Confirmation and Holy
Eucharist at which I preached, celebrated and confirmed twenty-one (21) adults; eight (8)
males and eleven (11) females from St. Paul’s Church and two (2) females from St. James’
Church, Fairhope. Kathy and I had lunch in town and then drove home to pack the car and
prepare for my trip in the morning. We retired very early and I was ready to get to the
mountains.
March; Monday: I began the day with final packing and then went to a 9:00AM meeting
with my eye surgeon, who cleared me for the trip. I drove to Asheville, North Carolina about
7:00PM, and made good time driving. I spent the night with my friends and we spoke about
his doing some interim work in the Central Gulf Coast. The next day I checked into Kanuga,
and then drove over to Bear Wallow Mountain and visited the property, and again spoke
with clergy about our diocese. I joined with the other participants for supper and the
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my Florida Chancellor was able to be with me for this time. I retired after social time, about
11:00PM.
March; Tuesday: This was a long day with meetings throughout the day, dealing with the
subject of the process of dealing with clergy who misbehave. It is an entirely new approach
to this problem. After the evening session and social time, I again retired about 11:00PM.
March; Wednesday: The entire day was spent in sessions and it was long and complex. We
are going to work at setting the various structures in place before July. Again, following
supper, the evening session and social time, I retired before 11:00PM.
March; Thursday: The study of this new Canonical Title IV continued all day until 5:00PM.
We then began another learning program on Coaching. Since I am a Coach for other bishops
from around the world, I also attend this program. After the initial program, I retired by
10:30PM.
March; Friday: The Coaching sessions lasted most of the day and when they ended, the
House of Bishops meeting began. The coaching process is very fine and is a help for those
who engage in its discipline. It is always good to see the other bishops as we gather and
catch up on what is happening about the fullness of our Church. We had open conversation
and the first session, before we concluded for the night. I retired later than expected, at about
midnight.
March; Saturday: We had another full day in sessions and prayer and it was helpful and
interesting. We concluded early and our Sabbath time began. Conversation, short walks and
listening to each other, is all part of this process of mutual discernment. I retired before
midnight.
March; Sunday 3 Lent: Several of us gathered following breakfast, for a Eucharist and study
(these are often done in small groups). I went into Asheville for Brunch with my friends. I
returned to Kanuga and had an early dinner (very little) and then attended the Moravian
Service of the Holy Communion, which was lovely. We then gathered for social time. I
finally retired about midnight. There is very little internet connectivity here (available only
within a few locations) and the cell phone connections are not good. I hope this is being
addressed.
March; Monday: This was a full day of meetings and sessions dealing with young adult
leadership and ministry. Following Evensong, my class of Bishops went to dinner in Saluda.
This process fosters time for us to reconnect with those we began working with when we
became a bishop. Again, it was a long night which ended with much conversation and good
fun.
March; Tuesday: This was another full day with focus on interreligious work. It was
wonderful and a way to engage our conversations with many other religions. Following our
last session, we had an opportunity to discuss our work within our various/varied dioceses.
I retired about midnight.
March; Wednesday: When I began the day, I had decided to drive home after a luncheon
meeting. I had an emergency to attend to and thought it best to be back in the Diocese to do
so. I began my return trip about 1:30PM and made only a few stops, allowing me to arrive
home by 8:30PM central time. After unpacking and beginning cleaning and organizing for
the next trip on Sunday, Kathy and I both retired by 11:30PM.
March; Thursday: I began the day late and Kathy and I both worked about the house on
various projects and getting me ready for my Sunday trip to West Palm Beach for the SCEIR
meeting. We went to a number of shops and I had a good time looking over my pen
collection and my cuff-links. I also worked on my time coming up soon when I will be at the
University of the South as a Bishop in Residence. It was a good day and I accomplished a
lot in a very short time.
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April; Friday: I spent the day in the office working on materials, after being treated for my
medical treatment. Pre-cancer is better than cancer. I met with Palmer Hamilton for lunch
and to discus the Order of St. John of Jerusalem and nine new members. This was a good
meeting. I worked most of the afternoon and again returned home late, having had a
problem getting into the street with the road construction. This has been a difficulty, but the
workers are wonderful and the drainage problem will be mitigated when they are finished.
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Kathy and I retired before midnight.
April; Saturday: Kathy and I worked in the house, yard and office during the early morning
and then ran about town doing errands and messages until we returned about 5:00PM. We
packed for my trip tomorrow and prepared for my visitation to Holy Cross and the Homeless
Shelter in the morning and early afternoon. I spent the evening doing some reading and
finished my sermon retiring about 9:30PM.
April; Sunday - 4 Lent: Kathy and I drove to Holy Cross Church for the visitation and arrived
just past 8:00AM to a wonderful welcome. After meeting with the vestry for a short
conversation, I met with the Confirmation Class for almost an hour and then began the
worship. I was the celebrant and preacher for the Holy Eucharist and Confirmation at which
I confirmed thirteen (13) adults; four (4) males and nine (9) females and received sixteen (16)
adults; nine (9) males and seven (7) females. Following the service and the pictures, I
attended the reception and reviewed the grounds, books and registers. Following the
activities at the Church, I went to the Homeless Shelter (The Alfred-Washburn Center) and
joined with members of the congregation in offering prayer and lunch to the guests who
came by, who otherwise would have gone hungry. Kathy and I went to the office following
this and I changed my clothes and went to the airport for my 4:00PM flight through Atlanta
to West Palm Beach. I arrived at The Duncan Retreat and Conference Center about 10:30PM
and checked in and retired before midnight.
April; Monday: We had a full day of meetings with the SCEIR and despite having a number
of people who were unable to be present, we were able to accomplish a good deal. Following
dinner we had social time and then had time in the evening to chat informally about various
programs and how we might work more effectively. I retired by 11:00PM.
April; Tuesday: In the morning we had training on how to use a new web cam meeting
program from Adobe that allows conference calls to be interactive with both voice and visual
taking place. Seemed very interesting and helpful. Following lunch, we finished our work
by 5:00PM and gathered for drinks and then supper. I had an emergency call that took up
several hours and following that time, I retired worn out.
April; Wednesday:
Following breakfast I went to the airport and took a flight through
Atlanta to Pensacola, arriving about 4:00PM. I had a very bad experience with the security
people at the PBI airport - they were rude and said I fit the profile for which they were
looking. Not pleasant! I was glad to be home and Delta was very helpful. We went by the
office and I was able to do some work before returning home. We met with Jim and Carole
Price for supper on Pensacola Beach at Jimmy Buffets’ new hotel restaurant and enjoyed that
time. Following dinner they began their drive back to Kentucky and we returned home. We
both retired about 11:30PM.
April; Thursday: I spent the day working at home on numerous projects and papers,
including several sermons. It was a catchup day and the amount of work seemed endless.
I finally ended the day about midnight with only a few projects still undone.
April; Friday: I began the day early and had a Skype coaching call with the Primus of
Scotland at 8:00AM. The call was problematic due to connection problems that might have
been caused by the road construction on our street. I went into the office about 9:30AM and
began the Finance committee meeting at 10:00AM which lasted until 2:00PM. There was a
lot to cover and it was a good meeting and conversation. I worked late, getting as much
completed before my trip as I was able to do. I left the office at 7:00PM and returned home
for supper and completed my day about midnight.
April; Saturday: Kathy and I worked on packing the car for our trip tomorrow, which will
not bring us home until next Sunday evening. I worked on my computer for a number of
hours and completed a good deal of work with much still undone. I will need to work in the
car tomorrow with Kathy driving. We went to dinner at 5:00PM with the Rector of St.
Christopher’s Church and his wife and with the Curate. It was a good place to eat on the
wharf and fine conversation. Kathy and I returned home by 8:00PM and finished packing
and retired by 10:00PM.
April; Sunday - 5 Lent: It was a very full day at St. Christopher’s Church with baptism,
confirmation and the Holy Eucharist at which I preached and celebrated. I baptized one (1)
adult male and confirmed thirteen (13) adults; nine (9) males and four (4) females. The
service was very well organized and moved quickly along. The exterior work has been
completed and looks good. I was given a pair of silver cuff links (Canterbury Cross) that are
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very beautiful, Kathy was given a pin of the same design. This marks the 10th year of my
being bishop in this diocese. Following the service we went by the office and changed our
clothes and by 1:30PM began our drive to Sewanee. I am the Bishop Theologian in Residence
(as an owning diocese) for this next week. We made good time driving and arrived in just
over six hours. We checked into the Rebels Rest and had a simple supper at a local place to
eat. We retired very early, after a long and full day.
April; Monday: We had a simple breakfast in the Rest and I then went to Morning Prayer in
the Chapel and spent the rest of the day at the School of Theology with students, faculty and
in several classes. It was a good time and Kathy and I both had a lot to keep us busy
throughout the day. We had drinks with Bishop Frank Brookhart (Montana) before supper
and due to the very servere rains and storm, we retired early for much needed rest.
April; Tuesday: I spent most of the day at the School of Theology and worked in a small
study on several projects. I also spent time working on The Episcopal Community and The
Society for the Propagation of Christian Knowledge, including seeing the Book Depository.
I had a long and good conversation with The Rev. Patti Joy Posan and several students. I
attended Evensong and then the reception, honoring Bishop Brookhart and myself in the
foyer for the Seminary. Later in the evening the Brookharts and the Duncans went to dinner
at a local restaurant, the High Point Inn across the street from the Assembly in Mount Eagle.
We had a good dinner and again retired early. Comments: I learned after the day was over
that The Rev. Cam Desmarais had died earlier today. This was a shock and I worked
throughout the next days getting the funeral and comments organized for this service. I will
miss Cam and his work with the Deaf Community a great deal.
April; Wednesday: Kathy and I began the day with breakfast in the McClurg Tower room,
with the Vice-Chancellor John McCardell. We had an hour and a half speaking about some
very deep and important aspects of University life with a very committed Episcopalian. I
then went to see The Rev. Tom McPhee, Chaplain, and had a brief meeting speaking about
ecumenical and interreligious work. Later I spent time working in the stacks at the library.
Kathy and I attended the noon Holy Eucharist which was very interesting. (The service was
fine and well presented and offered, but I do not like the way the Chapel of the Apostles has
been reorganize with its furniture.) We then went to the Community Lunch in Cravens Hall
and enjoyed this time with our seminarians and long-time friends from this area. During the
afternoon I met with a Seminarian who is to be a Deacon in our diocese and seems to be a
good person for this position. I worked for a number of hours on materials that needed my
attention and then following Evening Prayer (in Spanish), Kathy and I went to dinner at the
Fehrs’ home and enjoyed their conversation and musings. We were back to the room by
11:00PM and retired at that time.
April; Thursday: This was a full day beginning with breakfast with Lauren Flowers, which
was helpful and interesting. I worked for a few hours at the Seminary and then had a
morning meeting with the Dean, Bill Stafford, who is a fine person and doing very fine work.
I had lunch with Peter Wong who is also doing good work in his academics and his field
placement and looking into expanding his studies with Asian work in Hong Kong. During
the afternoon, I met with the head of Education for Ministry (EFM), Karen Meredith who is
impressive in what she is doing and wants to expand the program into the fuller life of the
Church, educating its people. After some additional work on my computer in the Seminary,
Kathy and I went to the Community Eucharist (it was less hectic than I believed it would be
with the number of children present) and then to the Community Supper (it was not really
community but small clicks of families gathered with children). I took Kathy for coffee at a
local place, stopped by the concert in the University Chapel and then returned to our room
for an early night.
April; Friday: The day began with severe storms and heavy rains. We went to breakfast and
I spent the rest of the morning on the phone and computer at a desk in the Rebel’s Rest. I got
a lot accomplished, but still did not get much time here to be in the Library and to do
reading. This has been a good visit for me with my students. Following the noon Eucharist
and lunch, I sat in on a lecture that was also interesting - on Contextual Theology
(Apologetics) from an urban perspective. Kathy packed throughout the day and we were
mostly prepared to leave by the early evening. By 6:30PM we went to Ivy Wild for dinner
with the students and it was a good time to finish my visit and organize the few remaining
hours. We packed and then retired.
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April; Saturday: We got going early and packed the car and then had an early breakfast at
the dinning hall. We were underway by 8:00AM and Kathy and I both drove on the
interstate highways and back roads through lower Alabama, arriving at the hotel in Panama
City by 5:00PM. After checking into the hotel and dressing for the evening, we went to meet
the Vestry, gathering at a beautiful home on the water. It was a good meeting and I
announced that The Rev. Margaret Shepherd was approved to be the new Rector of St.
Andrew’s Church. This was a joyful and happy time. We were back to the hotel by 9:00PM
and Kathy and I retired soon thereafter.
April; Sunday - Palm and Passion Sunday: We arrived at the church by 8:00AM and I began
the service following walking the grounds, signing the registers and books, and attending
to a few matters that needed my attention. At the worship with the procession and the very
long Passion Gospel, I preached, celebrate the Holy Eucharist and confirmed one (1) adult
male. This was a fine service and there was a good deal of energy in the gathered
community. We enjoyed the reception following the service. We began our trip home by
1:00PM and encountered heavy traffic in the Destin area. We were able to stop twice and
visit a few of the shops. We arrived home by 5:00PM and spent the remainder of the evening
relaxing, following supper with a glass of wine and the Masterpiece Theater on PBS. We
retired early.
April; Monday: I spent the early morning in the office and completed as much work from the
time away in Sewanee as I was able to accomplish. By 11:00AM Kathy and I drove to
Mobile, where we had a simple lunch at a bistro not far from the church. I then officiated
and preached at the funeral of The Rev. Cam Dasmarais. The congregation will miss him
very much for his being present to and with them in times of crisis. Following the service,
Kathy drove us home and we were both worn out by the intensity of the day. We had a
simple supper at home and after some additional work, retired early and glad to be home.
April; Tuesday: I had several meetings throughout the day and spent the time between them
working on my forthcoming sermons and remarks for several other addresses. The day
ended about 6:00PM and I went home and we both retired by 9:00PM/
April; Wednesday: We began the day very early and drove to Birmingham, arriving at St.
John’s for the Deaf Church, about 11:30AM for the funeral of The Rev. Cam Desmarais at
1:00PM. I preached and assisted Bishop Henry Parsley in the funeral and it was good to be
with him again. I will contact Marianne in another week to see how we can move forward
in our plans to have worship at St. Mark’s for the Deaf, Mobile as a part of the ongoing
worship life of the Episcopal Deaf Community. Kathy and I began our drive home about
4:00PM and we stopped at the Windcreek Hotel on the Poarch Creek Reservation for dinner.
We arrived home just past 9:00PM and retired within the next two hours.
April; Thursday - Maundy Thursday: This was my day off and I did not have any place that
wanted me for services. I had the morning occupied with a complete stress test (I passed
with flying colors) and then Kathy and I did messages and worked about the house for the
remainder of the day. Following attending service, I worked on my sermons for Easter Day
and for the next few weeks. Kathy and I retired early, attempting to get some much needed
rest.
April; Friday - Good Friday: I went into the office and worked for several hours with
interviews and went to a medical appointment just before noon. The office closed at noon
and following a short time at the Seven Last Words, I worked alone in the office until just
past 5:00PM. Kathy and I had an open house to attend, for a new business in the area (vieux
carre’ antiques) and then went home and had a quiet time puttering about until we retired
about 10:00PM.
April; Saturday - Holy Saturday: Kathy and I started the day early and finished a number
of short projects before we drove to Dothan arriving by 11:00AM. After some messages and
looking about, we had lunch and then went to visit an antique shop, seeing members of the
churches throughout this area. We drove to Ozark and checked into the hotel and then
visited the priest (Fr. Tom Nixon) and his wife Margaret. Her condition continues to degrade
and she is getting very fine care. After some additional shopping and visiting, we went by
the Church to unpack for worship on Easter, and then met with the vestry. It was a good
meeting, and I think they might be ready to move forward in scope of the ministry.
Following this time, we went to dinner “around the corner” from the hotel and it was a very
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April; Sunday - Easter Day: We began the day early and arrived at the Church by 7:15AM.
After organizing the various materials for the service we gathered on the front porch of the
Church for the opening rite, including the striking of the new fire and entrance into the
church proper. The service was well planned and moved quickly with about forty people
present. I celebrated, preached and confirmed three (3) adult males. Following the service,
I walked through the breakfast/reception and Kathy and I drove to Epiphany Church,
Enterprise for the 11:00AM Easter Day worship at which I preached and celebrated the Holy
Eucharist for the almost sixty people present. Following the service, we attended the
reception and then I met with the vestry for almost two hours to discuss getting a supply
priest and other matters. At 4:00PM we drove to the North Okaloosa Hospital in Crestview
and visited with Mary Gay Russ, Senior Warden of St. Agatha’s Church, DeFuniak Springs.
We drove home by 8:00PM and had a few snacks (the Easter Dinner is on hold) before
retiring early. We also watched the Upstairs, Downstairs PBS series and relaxed after a very
long day.
April; Monday: We spent most of the day working about the house and then running errands
and messages about the community. We were able to get a lot accomplished, including more
computer work in setting up the new processing materials at the office. In the evening we
Skyped the family in Austin and retired early.
April; Tuesday: I had a simple day in the office with only one scheduled appointment,
interviewing a priest who will soon be coming into the Diocese in a congregation. She will
be a fine addition to the clergy. I ran several errands and worked on my visitation schedule
for a few hours before returning home at 5:00PM for the evening. Following supper I worked
on some puzzles and then worked on my computer for a few hours. I retired before 11:00PM.
April; Wednesday: This was a strange day and a good day. I arranged to conduct services
on Sunday (it was to be a day off) at St. Andrew’s Church, Destin and visit the new
congregation that is also meeting in their facility. I took a “founding father” and his spouse
to lunch with Kathy. Later I dealt with anger issues over a priest with whom there is a lack
of trust and broken communication. I then met with the President of the Standing
Committee and the Director of Beckwith regarding of fund raising. I went home about
6:00PM and Kathy and I had a quiet evening, beginning to prepare for my sabbatical and our
trip to Quito, Equador. We retired later than expected.
April; Thursday: Day off. I worked about the house and sent out two messages to the clergy
for the victims of the tornadoes and ways to assist and help. I also sent out a message for
prayer over the next two weeks for them, and in a separate announcement asked for support
of the Beckwith camps over this coming summer. Kathy and I went into town for a few
hours, I had a dentist appointment and then returned home for John English to bring by a
new computer for my work at home. We had a full evening and I spent time with putting
together cuff links and finally retired about 10:00PM.
April; Friday: I worked most of the day in the office and had an appointment with a chaplain
at Baptist Hospital, who will be going to Sewanee Seminary this fall to become a Deacon and
then a Priest. His rector and members of the parish are very impressed with him and his
work. Kathy and I did some messages in the evening and following a simple supper we
retired early. We were both tired from getting up at 4:15AM to see the royal wedding from
Westminister Abbey of Prince William and Kate Middleton. It was a sight to behold and
well done.
April; Saturday: Kathy and I spent the day running about town and getting things organized
for the next few weeks with entertaining and trips within and without the Diocese. I found
a few new cuff links and enjoyed cleaning and repairing them so I could use them. We
retired early after I had finished my sermon for the next day.
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visit with the Congregation that is renting the education building, which has been such a
financial burden for this Church. They appear to be a good group and are pleased to be at
this location. I celebrated and preached the 10:30AM Service of the Holy Eucharist for this
congregation, whom otherwise would not have had a priest for the day. It was good to be
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with them and I enjoyed being here and seeing their homeless ministry, including the bike
repair shop. What a blessing. Following the reception I went to lunch with the Wardens and
some vestry members, and enjoyed the time eating outside on the dock. Kathy and I were
home by 4:00PM and we spent the remainder of the day working at home and listening to
music and reading. We retired about 10:00PM.
May; Monday: I went into the office for a short time and then drove to Beckwith for a
meeting of the Standing Committee. Fr. Massey Gentry celebrated and preached at the Holy
Eucharist that preceded the meeting. We had representatives from both the St. Luke’s School
Board and from the Beckwith Board. Both are in need of money and sought approval for
garnering the funds. It was a long meeting. I asked to have their approval that I might pay
into my retirement fund to make up the loss of thirteen thousand dollars in annual income
being paid into that fund. It will cost them nothing and they approved. I drove home after
stopping by to visit with a priest and arrived home about 8:00PM. Kathy and I did nothing
but relax and watch a TV show, retiring about 11:00PM.
May; Tuesday: I had an easy day meeting with a priest and warden from a church I will soon
visit, to discuss my schedule for the day. We will stop by on Saturday as well for their
“market” and walk the ground. The rectory is being repaired and looks very fine. The
second priest is to announce retirement plans to the congregation. This is a good move and
although not planned, it will work out very well. I was home after a number of phone calls
by 6:00PM and Kathy and I worked in the pool area of the gardens. We retired by 10:30PM.
May; Wednesday: I began the day in the office with a 9:00AM Skype call to Scotland, where
I have a coaching relationship with another bishop. This call lasted until 10:30AM. For the
next hour or so I spent time on the phone with clergy and setting up and looking over the
clergy conference at Beckwith. Most of it was in good order, but my schedule to California
keeps changing, and that is difficult. At noon we had a surprise and special party for Vince
Currie, to celebrate his 30 years with the Diocese. We had about thirty people in from about
the area who had at one time or another worked closely with Vince. He was surprised.
Kathy and I drove to Greenville at 2:00PM for the Institution of their new Rector, The Rev.
Reid McCormick. The reception following was very fine and good fun. The Church is doing
very well and they are looking for a new rectory for their new priest. Kathy and I chose to
drive home because of our schedule over the next few days. We arrived home about
10:30PM and retired before midnight - tired.
May; Thursday: Day Off. I took the day with Kathy, to play. We ran about the area doing
messages and enjoying being able to relax. We called our son and daughter-in-law wishing
them well on their anniversary. We celebrated the day by going to a Mexican restaurant in
our local area. We were home by 7:00PM and relaxed, read, and I did Sudoku puzzles. We
retired by 10:00PM
May; Friday: Today was equally busy with the morning given over to working at my desk,
the computer, and making and receiving phone calls. Following a quick lunch with the staff,
I had a meeting with Vanessa and Vince to discuss various aspects of the youth program and
funding. At 3:00PM I welcomed The Rev. Rusty Goldsmith and those five persons who
committed to take the course on Stewardship, so that they might teach it in various
congregations throughout the Diocese. I went home about 5:00PM and Kathy and I spent a
quiet evening; welcoming Rusty as our overnight house guest. We all retired by 11:00PM.
May; Saturday: We began early with a simple breakfast and then Rusty went to the Office
to continue the training. Kathy and I spent most of the day running messages and catching
up on work about the house. I finished my sermon for Sunday and also began another
sermon for the following week. We retired before 9:00PM very tired, and prepared to begin
early in the morning.
May; Sunday - 3 Easter (Mother’s Day): We began the day at 5:00AM and following a simple
breakfast and my giving a small gift to Kathy, she drove us to St. Paul’s Church, Mobile. We
arrived by 9:00AM and I signed the books and registers, met with the youth confirmation
class and prepared for the 10:00AM Holy Eucharist and Confirmation, at which I celebrated,
preached and confirmed thirty-nine (39) adults; fourteen (14) males and twenty-five (25)
females and received one (1) female. The music was very fine and it was good to see so
many people whom I have come to know. Following the pictures, Prayer Book and Bible
signing and reception, we went to the Rectors new house near the Church, for a simple lunch.
It was good to be with them and others who were there as well. We then drove to The
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Morissette Compound and had dessert and coffee with one of the confirmands and their
family. By 3:00PM we went to a religious supply house in the area and bought several items,
including some clergy shirts for an overseas mission priest. We returned home by 6:00PM
and spent a quiet evening watching a BBC mystery and a program on the Polish resistence
during the Warsaw Jewish Holocaust. We retired by 10:00PM.
May; Monday: I spent the day working in the office and catching up on numerous projects.
I had an appointment with my dentist that was difficult. I returned home by 6:00PM and
worked in my study after supper. I retired about 11:00PM.
May; Tuesday: I got on the road early and brought my car into Vince Whibb’s for service
work. I was there for just over two hours and visited with members of the Diocese during
the entire time, over the phone. Upon returning to the office I spent the day working at my
desk and doing some work for The Episcopal Community. I went home by 6:00PM and
Kathy and I spent a quiet evening retiring by 10:00PM.
May; Wednesday: I had no appointments during the day and accomplished a good deal with
the time involved in making calls and writing messages. I went home by 4:00PM and helped
Kathy make the final preparations for the dinner party with the elected members of the
House of Deputies, of the forthcoming General Convention in 2012. We had 22 people
present and it was a good dinner and a good meeting. The major road construction
continues on our street and had it been the day before, everyone would have had to walk
across the golf course. By 9:00PM it was over and we were totally cleaned up by 11:00PM
and retired.
May; Thursday: Day Off. This was the tenth anniversary of my consecration as Bishop. I
observed the day with worship; then Kathy and I drove to Mobile to visit several shops and
hospitals and a rehabilitation center. We had a very simple luncheon and then I went to Bay
Minette to see a prisoner who will be adjudicated this next week. It was a moving
conversation and time with him. Kathy and I drove home and I remembered how much I
miss doing ministry with those in need. We retired before 11:00PM.
May; Friday: Before I went into the office I had a Spa appointment and things look to be
going well. I followed this with a 10:30AM meeting with Dr. Bernstein and that was a
helpful and good meeting. I went into the office for a noon meeting with Vince to find that
the staff had a small luncheon for me to celebrate my ten years as Bishop of the Diocese. It
was a nice event and thing for them to do. I worked the rest of the day and then returned
home to spend time with Kathy and prepare for the weekend. We retired later in the
evening.
May; Saturday: Kathy and I drove to Mobile early and stopped by two shops along the way
that she wanted to visit. We arrived at St. Matthew’s, Mobile where I celebrated and
preached at the 50th Anniversary Celebration for the founding of this congregation. It was
a fine service and we then went into the hall for a luncheon that was also very fine. We all
had an opportunity to speak and to hear from those who were some of the founders. Fr.
Dennis Brown is doing good work here. By 3:00PM we were on our way home stopping by
two other shops and we arrived home by 6:00PM. We both had projects to do and we retired
by 9:00PM.
May; Sunday - 4 Easter: We began the day at 5:00AM and drove back to Mobile to have my
visitation at St. Michael’s Church, Chickasaw which was also a good service and well
attended. Fr. Brown also had it well organized. I celebrated and preached at the Holy
Eucharist. The reception following was very fine and following that event I spoke with the
congregation which seems to have moved beyond superficial issues. I also spoke with the
family of the man in the jail in Bay Minette and that was helpful and sad. Kathy and I
stopped by to visit a member of the Church on our way home who was in the rehabilitation
center across the Bay and returned home by 4:00PM. Bishop Sam Hulsey visited the
Cathedral and confirmed one (1) male and received one (1) male and one (1) female. I was
sad not to be able to see him while he was in the area. We had a busy evening with friends
of Bishop Hulsey, (The Rev. John and Nancy Loving) visiting the area from Austin came by
and spent the night on their way to Atlanta. We had a good visit and enjoyed seeing them
even for such a short time. We retired by 11:00PM.
May; Monday: I went into the office and worked on a number of projects throughout the day,
having only one appointment with a rector from Mobile who brought to me a deacon in the
Roman Catholic Church. An interesting person with a well defined ministry. I went home
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at 5:30PM and after packing and preparing for my trip, retired before 9:00PM.
May; Tuesday: I began the day at 2:30AM and arrived at the airport shortly after 5:00AM.
I took the 6:00AM Delta flight through Atlanta to New York City and arrived at the Seminary
by 12:30PM. The meeting was a long meeting and it was good to be there with the gathered
Board. The meeting was productive. The meeting concluded with an executive session
ending at 5:00PM and the Baccalaureate Service beginning at 5:30PM. The banquet following
was wonderful, with those receiving honorary doctorates speaking to the gathered assembly.
I was at the table with the past president of Harvard Seminary, Rice University and
Columbia University, who has been for the past ten years, chairing an agency for homeless
and disenfranchised people from about the world. Following the supper I went for a drink
with +Michael Klusmeyer and we settled the problems of the Seminary and the Nation (we
only wish that was the case). Andrew came by and we spent the night together catching up
on what he was doing in the City. We retired by midnight.
May; Wednesday: Andrew and I began the day by 7:00PM and went to the Refectory for
breakfast. Following this time I check out of the room, said goodbye to Andrew and dressed
for the Commencement. It was a fine service and the Interim-Dean did a fine job with the
event. After the service and a short reception, I collected my suitcase and computer, changed
and took a limo to the airport. I spent two hours working in the Sky Club and then began
the journey home, flying through Atlanta into Pensacola. Kathy collected me by 9:00PM and
I was glad to be home. We retired by 11:00PM.
May; Thursday: Day Off! We slept in and had the morning about the house. Later, we went
out and did a number of errands throughout the community. After supper I worked on two
projects that needed doing and was not able to finish either one. I retired by 10:00PM.
May; Friday: I went into the office by 8:00AM and finished the paper work from the trip. At
9:00AM I met with a priest about deployment in the wire-grass region of the Diocese, and
his availability to minister in a congregation while also working for Hospice. It was a good
meeting and I hope he will take the position. The rest of the day I spent at my desk dealing
with several “crisis situations” - from the point of view that people want instant answers to
complex problems with inadequate information. I went home by 5:00PM and Kathy and I
went to dinner on the beach before returning home to read and reflect. We retired by
11:00PM.
May; Saturday: I worked on several projects during the morning and then following lunch,
we drove to Milton to attend the parish event and bring my kit and set up for the visitation.
It was a fun event and they had a good turn out. The bee keepers were in good form and we
bought some honey from various parts of the country. Following our time there we went to
a local antique shop and I bought a few religious medials with which to make cuff links. We
drove home by 5:00PM and following supper, I worked on my sermon for the next day. We
retired early.
May; Sunday - 5 Easter: This was a full day. “We went to Milton and began the time there
with a reception at the rectory. I am impressed with Fr. Matt Dollhausen’s many talents and
he is doing good work here. As a Lutheran Pastor, he brings a new perspective to this
congregation. Following the visitation we went home and I packed and drove to Beckwith
for the Clergy Conference, which was very good. The Rev. Martha Kreamer and other
leaders did fine work dealing with spouse abuse. Martha presented a resolution on Spouse
Abuse to the last General Convention, which passed with little discussion and in both houses
passed unanimously. I met with several clergy during the conference and managed to spend
time with Fr. Massey Gentry to talk about Beckwith. The campus looks very good but the
support from the clergy and congregations reminds me of the increasing rise of
congregationalism within the Episcopal Church nationally. I also managed to get an
appointment with his son Caleb, who is a message therapist and very good.
May; Monday: The conference continued. I had two events that needed my attention, and
called me to consult with both chancellors. I am blessed with two very competent people.
I had to leave early and went by the office before going home. Following packing I retired
about 8:00PM.
May; Tuesday: I began the day at 2:30AM and arrived at the airport by 4:00AM and then
took the flight to Atlanta and onto San Francisco. I arrived on time and met up with Mike
Klusmeyer and the other members of the Systems group. We drove to Bishop’s Ranch for the
meeting. I called several friends in the area and chatted about ministry. We began the
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conference by 3:00PM and following dinner, we all retired, looking forward to an early start
in the morning. I retired before 10:00PM.
May; Wednesday: The area about the Ranch is beautiful and mostly vineyards. It is always
tempting to stop at these wonderful and interesting places and visit the tasting rooms - we
never do because of our work schedule and time limits. But some day we need to build in
that time. We began with the morning office and then breakfast and began the sessions by
8:30AM. I was the first one to lead the group in a dynamic from the book we are using, and
how it applies to a need within my diocese and what might be its application. We had four
presentations during the day, and worship scheduled at the appropriate times for a monastic
community. This is a group of bishops who have been working together for almost ten years
and there is a very high trust level amongst us. Following the evening session, we watched
a movie that punctuated family systems theory - Babbitts Feast! We all retired early.
May; Thursday: The morning through lunch was the same as the day before. Following the
last presentation we, took an hour to do calendar work, setting up meetings through 2012.
Following lunch, we drove to drop off one of our members at the Oakland Airport and
moved onto the SFO airport, checked into the hotel and after two hours of personal work,
went to an early dinner. We returned to the hotel and retired by 9:00PM.
May; Friday: I began the day at 3:30AM and before 5:00AM had taken the shuttle to the
airport and was in the security line. This is a holiday weekend and the airport was packed
and numerous flights were over-booked. The flight to Atlanta was almost five hours and a
“cattle car.” I was back in Pensacola by 4:30PM, drove home and re-packed for the weekend.
Kathy is now in Austin with our granddaughter whose parents leave tomorrow morning for
a visit to Spain for two weeks. Kathy will have a wonderful time there with Bella. By
5:30PM I was driving to Beckwith to meet with the Episcopal Community and as their
Chaplain, engage the conflict which seems to be present. At 10:00PM I met with Fr. Massey
Gentry to discuss Beckwith and what we can and cannot do for it. At 11:00PM Caleb Gentry
came by and gave me a message, which was wonderful. I finally retired about midnight.
May; Saturday: I began the day with breakfast with the Community and spent time talking
with them about anger, distrust and manipulation as a means of control and power. Before
lunch I celebrated the Eucharist, preached and did a teaching on prayer and community as
a way of letting go of control and exercising leadership. Following lunch, I went by the
Branscomb’s home to wish them well on their 62 wedding anniversary. I then drove to St.
Mary’s Church, Coden and blessed the Parish Hall, then joined them for a celebration
supper. I had Deacon Jane Carson with me, who will also assist me tomorrow for the Sunday
Eucharist with Confirmation. I returned to Beckwith and spent an hour with the Community
before the Circle began their travels home. I retired by 11:00PM.
May; Sunday - 6 Easter: I began the day at 5:15AM and finished my sermon and packed the
car. At 6:45AM met with Michael Drinkwater and we drove to St. Mary’s Church, Coden for
the 8:30AM Eucharist and Confirmation at which I celebrated, preached and confirmed eight
(8) adult; four (4) males and four (4) females and received one (1) adult male. There were
over sixty people present and the new hall and church is helping with the mission and
ministry in this area. We finished the service and rushed to St. Andrew’s Church, Mobile
where I celebrated the Eucharist for the thirty members present (many were away for the
long weekend) and then joined them for a parish brunch and brief meeting of the vestry.
They also seem to be doing well. I drove Michael back to Beckwith and rested for an hour,
and then drove home by 6:00PM. I worked about for three hours and then retired.
May; Monday: This Memorial Day I spent at home working on the computer and catching
up on all kinds of work and small projects. It is fun to accomplish so much and see the
progress. I retired about 10:00PM following a phone call with Kathy in Austin Texas with
our granddaughter.
May; Tuesday: I began the day early and had an appointment with my cardiologist at
8:00AM, who gave me a good report and caution in my September travel to Quito, Equador
for the House of Bishops. The rest of the day I spent catching up on office work and with two
short appointments. I returned home by 5:00PM and spent the evening working on my
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June; Wednesday: I had a full day at my desk and worked on numerous projects throughout
the day. Several people stopped by that was helpful with various news, information and
materials they furnished. I spent time looking into what might be helpful for St. Anna’s
Church, Poarch as it discerns whether a more full-time priest might be in the near future.
They have been close several times during the last ten years, but it was not to be the case at
those other times. I went home about 5:30PM and spent the evening working on several
projects and enjoyed getting some “house keeping” finished. I retired about 10:00PM.
June; Thursday - Ascension Day: Day off! I worked about the house for the morning and
studied for a few hours. After observing the Feast of the Ascension, at 1:00PM, I drove to
Beckwith where I met with the Episcopal Relief and Development (ERD) national and
Province IV gathering, to bring greetings from the Diocese. I then met with Michael
Drinkwater who is leading the Summer Camps for this year, and was introduced to the staff
members. I spent about two hours speaking with Massey Gentry about addressing the needs
for Beckwith in a more direct and intentional way. We need to ask for money! I then drove
to St. Peter’s Church, Bon Secour for the Fish Fry, to which I invited my staff who were able
to be there. It was very fine as usual, although we had a small group from the extended staff.
I drove home and worked on several projects about the house and finally retired about
11:00AM.
June; Friday: I began the day early, studying. At 9:00AM I had a medical appointment at the
Spa and then went into the office. I then met with the Youth Commission clergy and lay
adult members. It was a very fine meeting that grappled with the issues of what is needed,
wanted and how can we move forward. I was pleased with the scope and focus as they seek
ways to gather information and meet real needs. I had lunch with the staff, following a brief
meeting with one of the clergy, and then had a short meeting off site. I returned by 2:30PM
and spent the next few hours working on HOB and Diocesan matters. I went home about
5:00PM and was able to get a good number of projects finished. I retired about 10:00PM.
June; Saturday - 7 Easter: I spent the day frustrated by AT&T, my inter-net provider, having
some of the services down for maintenance. After working about the house and in the
kitchen for several hours and finishing my sermon for tomorrow, I finally went into the office
to use the computer there. I returned home about 6:30PM and worked in my study, still
without internet. After several hours, I retired by 10:00PM.
June; Sunday: I began the day early and drove to Christ Church, Pensacola by 8:30AM. After
organizing my gear and signing all the books and records, and enjoying a brief breakfast, I
met with the Confirmation Class of just over 40 people. It was a good group and fun to be
with on this special day. I returned to the study and reviewed my notes and then began the
10:30AM Service of the Holy Eucharist with Confirmation at which I confirmed twenty-four
(24) adults; eleven (11) males and thirteen (13) females and received three (3) adults - one (1)
male and two (2) females. The Church is looking very fine and a good deal of much needed
maintenance has been accomplished over this past year. After the pictures and reception,
I took the Curate to the Tiger Point Club for lunch. He is doing fine work and the Rector has
called a good staff. Later in the day I worked in the garden area and about the pool, and
finally worked on my calendar for my sabbatical time in Austin, Texas. I retired about
11:00PM and enjoyed reading part of a novel.
June; Monday: I am not attending the Province IV HOB meeting at Kanuga, which is being
followed by the Provincial deputies to the next General Convention, because of the cost and
we can not afford the money to pay for this event. These are not vital meetings, but the
financial viability of the Diocese still needs to be addressed. At 10:30AM I met with Vince
and both Chancellors for the Diocese, to discuss the implementation of Title IV within our
diocese. We also will need to address the new insurance coverage required for all full-time
Church employees. Following lunch with the Chancellors and Vince, I met with two clergy
and prepared for a long week. I went home by 5:30PM and again spent a quiet and
productive evening getting ready for my Wednesday evening visitation. My sister came by
and we had supper together and chatted until 8:00PM. I spent sometime dealing with the
service provider for my computer, telephone and television, which was finally resolved just
before I retired at 11:30PM.
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pension payments for the decreased amount of compensation. I hope that is now resolved.
I then met with Fr. Al Pruitt about the Commission on Ministry meeting and the placement
of Deacons. It was a long and full day. I went home and worked on my schedule (calendar)
for my time in Austin and in which I can work with/on behalf of the Diocese of Texas. Kathy
called me when Ian and Amanda arrived back from Spain, and also let me know she would
like to stay in the carriage house at the seminary. So it shall be done. I retired before
11:00PM, after finishing my sermon for the Wednesday visitation.
June; Wednesday: I arrived at the office in time to begin a day of phone calls and computer
work. It was a day I accomplished a good deal of work. Following lunch and additional
desk work, I drove to St. Monica’s Church, Cantonment for the visitation, including visiting
with the Vestry at 4:00PM and at 5:30PM Celebrating the Holy Eucharist Rite II and
confirmation at which I preached and then confirmed three (3) adults; two (2) males and one
(1) female. Mileage is doing good work here and it was a very fine gathering of over 60
people. Following the service, they had a simple reception and I was home by 8:30PM. I
worked at cleaning the house for sometime and finally retired by 11:00PM.
June; Thursday: I began the day very early with the alarm buzzing because of the electricity
having gone off. The line to the street was cut and we lost power, phone, TV and computer
service. I worked more on cleaning and other chores and after cleaning up, went to have a
circulatory test completed at the Gulf Breeze Hospital; stopped by several stores and finally
got a haircut at a local barber shop. Returning to the house, I worked in the yard for a while
and then went shopping in the neighborhood. I finished two projects - cleaning a brass kettle
belonging to my mother (it had flooded during Hurricane Ivan and was/is badly damaged)
and a Marocain tea kettle from the turn of the last century. They both turned out better than
I expected. I also prepared supper and Kathy finally pulled into the driveway about 7:15PM.
Dinner served, the car emptied, laundry started and both of us cleaned up; we retired by
10:00PM.
June; Friday: We started the day at 8:00AM and Kathy was tired from her almost twelve hour
drive from Austin, Texas. She rested while I prepared to leave for the office. I had several
appointments during the morning for the ordination process and a “skype” training call on
the use of that technology to facilitate virtual meetings. It went well, but we both had
difficulties with our equipment. Following lunch I had a short phone conference call with
members of The Episcopal Community dealing with communications, generosity and
decision making. It was a good meeting and a long one. I finished my work at 4:00PM and
returned home by 5:00PM. It had been a longer day than I had thought it had been. I
worked with Kathy at getting supper and we both relaxed during the evening, retiring early
to catch up on needed rest.
June; Saturday: I began the day very early and drove to Beckwith arriving by 7:30AM were
I met with Massey Gentry and then Michael Drinkwater. By 8:30AM I had breakfast with
the Brotherhood of St. Andrew’s gathered Assembly. At 9:00AM I celebrated the Holy
Eucharist and preached on St. Barnabas and then spoke on this saint as a lead into
evangelism. Also as a tool, I used the Lazarian Project for building very strong and
affordable dwellings for third world access. I finished by 11:30AM and joined them for lunch
and then drove back home to collect Kathy. We drove to Mobile for a 4:00PM meeting at
Trinity Church, Mobile. I signed the books and registers, blessed books and the new office
space and library and then had a tour of the newly redone space in the Church. It is
stunningly beautiful. I was able to thank the core leadership team for the wonderful work
they have done and then we went to the rectory for a White Tent Reception on the front
lawn. This also was a fine event. By 7:45PM Kathy and I drove home and I worked on my
sermon for the next day in the car and when we arrived home. We retired by 10:00PM.
June; Sunday - Whitsunday; Day of Pentecost: We began the day very early and drove to
Trinity Church, Mobile arriving by 7:45AM to “settle in” and were ready for a walk through
the liturgy, which was well conducted and followed through by the participants. I presented
the Rector’s stepson with a cross given to me by my parents when I was his age. That was
fun to do. I was impressed with the large number of younger members and their taking part
in the service. I spent time with the confirmation class and spoke with several other groups.
The worship began at 10:00AM and the flow was very fine and grand. The music was superb
and just perfect for this occasion. I celebrated the Holy Eucharist Rite II and preached,
baptized and confirmed, blessed and dedicated the free standing Altar, Lady Chapel and
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Tabernacle, and communicated to the more than 600 people who were present. I baptized
four (4) children; two (2) males and two (2) females. I confirmed eleven (11) adults; four (4)
males and seven (7) females; and received one (1) male and one (1) female; four adults
reaffirmed. The service was one of the finest I have been to in a number of years and one of
the best of this type. The reception following was also very fine with the congregation
moving back into the Parish Hall for social events. Kathy and I finished by 1:30PM and went
to lunch at a Vietnamese restaurant not far from the Church. Food was excellent. We drove
home by 6:00PM and spent a few hours working and playing about the house. We finally
retired by 9:30PM, were very tired and ready to give up the day which had been very fine.
June; Monday: I had several appointments today and spent most of the day working on
phone calls and ordination processes. At 4:00PM I drove to Milton and attended a meeting
of the Vestry which was very positive. They appear to be doing very well under the direction
of The Rev. Matt Dollhouse (Lutheran Pastor). There was a very severe storm and it took me
over an hour to drive home. I worked about the house and read for much of the evening and
retired about midnight.
June; Tuesday: I had no appointments in the office today and spent much of the day working
on my computer and other devices getting them organized. I wrote an article and again
spent a number of hours on the phone. I spent three hours with my pulmonologist getting
ready for the HOB trip to Quito. The tests were all fine and I am pleased I had this material
before I make that trip. I returned to the office to work on my computer (the electricity in the
house is down due to the road construction) and that has further complicated our lives. I
went home about 7:00PM and Kathy and I packed for a few days away in the eastern part
of the Diocese. I retired by 11:00PM.
June; Wednesday: I went into the office by 9:30AM and finished the work needed before I
was due to leave. I went home for a very quick lunch and Kathy and I drove to St. Thomas
Church, Laguna Beach where I met with a local priest and discernment with a member of his
congregation. I then met with the Vestry. It is a good group of retired people. Following the
service of the Holy Eucharist at which I celebrated and preached, there was a small and
wonderful reception. These are good people who are working hard to hear God’s voice in
the midst of change. Following the reception, Kathy and I continued our drive to
Apalachicola where we settled into the work offered. We met our friends from Tralee,
Ireland, The Rev. Canon Robert and Vera Warren, who are staying in their condo on
Clearwater beach. These are friends for more than thirty years. After spending a few hours
with them, we all retired and we were tired. Tomorrow will be a full and complete day for
us all.
June; Thursday: We spent the day off with our friends and enjoyed being with them as we
walked about Apalachicola and visited St. George’s Island. This was a wonderful time and
we were renewed by seeing other people we know and value as well. Following a supper
on the beach, we returned to the rectory and had drinks on the front poarch, rocked and
chatted and finally retired by 11:00PM.
June; Friday: We began the day early, packing up the cars and then closed up the house. We
said our good-byes and drove back home and then on to the office for my meeting with the
Commission on Ministry and the various interviews. They all were very positive and I was
for the most part, pleased and tired by 6:00PM when I returned home. Kathy and I both
retired by 9:00PM.
June; Saturday: Kathy and I began the day early and worked about the house on various
projects. It was a hot day and the road construction seems endless with dirt and dust
everywhere. By noon we drove to Mobile and visited several shops and picked up a few
“bits” along the way. By 4:00PM we were at Good Shepherd Church and I reviewed the
books and records and set up my gear for the next day. I had a meeting with the Vestry and
then a simple and very fine dinner in the hall which concluded by 7:30PM. Things seem to
be going very much better and for that I am most grateful. We decided to drive home and
by 9:00PM we were finishing up the day and my sermon. We retired about 10:30PM.
June; Sunday - Trinity Sunday: It was an early day and we drove to Good Shepherd Church,
Mobile, leaving our home by 6:45AM and arrived by 8:30AM. I was able to get some
additional work completed and also have a short meeting with a few people before the
service, at which I celebrated and preached at the Holy Eucharist and confirmed eight (8)
adults; five (5) males and three (3) females and received one (1) female. Following the
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worship there was a fine reception and Kathy and I began our journey home. We stopped
for lunch at a Thai Restaurant in Baldwin County and then visited an antique shop which
was next door. We did some other messages along the way home arriving by 6:00PM. It had
been a long day and we both relaxed with a book and listened to music for a while before
watching a BBC mystery. We retired before 11:00PM.
June; Monday: After working in my study for several hours in the morning, I went into the
office to meet with Eugene Johnston and David Brady who will Chair the Disaster Team for
the Diocese. With Eugene on the ERD and David’s background in disaster work for the
National Guard, I am very pleased. Following this meeting I met with the Cathedral staff
and we mapped out our plans for Cathedral events over the next year. This was a good
meeting. Following lunch I met with a seminarian and family, and then a new priest retired
in the Diocese. The remainder of the day was spent working at my desk and finally going
home about 7:00PM. Kathy and I spent a quiet evening and retired about 10:00PM.
June; Tuesday: I again had an early day beginning in my study at home for a few hours, and
then a treatment at the Medical Spa. I then went into the office and after numerous phone
calls and a late lunch, I met with a priest who had two people for me to consider for ordained
ministry (deacon and priest) which is always a blessing and a good deal of work. I worked
in the office until just past 6:00PM and then returned home for a quiet evening, finishing up
as much work as I had brought home. We “puttered about the house” and finally retired
about 11:00PM with more little projects still needing to be done.
June; Wednesday: I had a number of appointments during the morning and finally went
home about noon to have a very quick lunch. Then Kathy and I drove to Defuniak Springs
for the visitation this evening. I met with the vestry and walked the property, which was
important to do. They are doing much better as a congregation. At 6:00PM I celebrated the
Holy Eucharist, preached and confirmed four (4) adults; three (3) males and one (1) female
and received six (6) adults; two (2) males and four (4) females. Directly following the service
in the Church, we processed to the Murray House, which I blessed and claimed as a part of
the Church’s property for the work and ministry of these people. It is lovely. We then had
a very wonderful dinner prepared by the members and following this time, Kathy and I went
to the Henderson’s home to spend the night and have conversation. We retired about
midnight.
June; Thursday: We got underway by 8:00AM with a wonderful breakfast at the Henderson’s
home, and then went to an antique shop owned by a member of the congregation, where I
bought several cuff links. We also spoke with her about her home town, Quito, Equador,
which we will visit in September. We drove home from Defuniak, stopping at several other
shops and had lunch along the way in Ft. Walton Beach. We were home by 5:00PM. I
continued to work on several projects and finished the day by packing for the quick trip
tomorrow morning.
June; Friday: I took the 7:30AM Delta flight to Atlanta and then on to Knoxville, Tennessee
for the Consecration of George D. Young as their fourth Bishop, on Saturday. Bishop Gregg
collected me and we checked into the hotel, had lunch, took a walk and then I worked on my
sermon for Sunday. At 6:00PM we attended a reception and then dinner. Later in the
evening, I met with Kathy Reed who is planning our trip to Machu Picchu in September. I
retired very late in the day.
June; Saturday: I again began the day early and did the morning activities, packed, met
others for breakfast, checked out of the hotel and attended a meeting with the other bishops
present, hosted by the Presiding Bishop (she is doing a very fine ministry for and with our
Church). Following the signing of the documents (wax, signet rings, and fountain pens a
plenty) we attended the two hour Service that was very well presented. Following the short
time at the reception, I went to the airport with others and we worked and chatted for the
few hours before our flights. I left about 5:00PM and was home by 7:30PM, passing through
Atlanta (which I was told is payment for my many sins). Kathy collected me and we drove
home, where I worked for several hours finishing my sermon and working on other materials
that will be needed for this coming week. We retired about 10:00PM
June; Sunday - 2 Pentecost (Proper 8): We began the day early and by 7:45AM were on our
way to Niceville. We arrived just before nine and I was able to unpack, sign the books and
registers and make note of the worship bulletin. I then led the class which met in the Chapel,
and spoke about the Diocese, agencies, my forthcoming Sabbatical and answered questions
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about the state of the Episcopal Church. At the 10:30AM service of the Holy Eucharist, I
celebrated, preached and confirmed three (3) adults; one (1) male and two (2) females.
Following the simple and very well done worship, we had the requisite picture and then a
very nice reception in the Parish House. The Vestry meeting followed. The congregation is
doing a number of outreach projects in the local community and beyond. Kathy and I took
the Rector and his wife to lunch in the Destin area (a very fine and moderately priced Thai
restaurant, which we enjoyed both for the company and the food) which followed by our
being able to do some messages. We were home by 4:00PM. I worked on the mail, computer
projects, and sorting out my medication for the next moth. I also was able to play with my
fountain pens and enjoy a BBC mystery. Kathy retired early and I worked on several other
projects before retiring about midnight.
June; Monday: I had several appointments during the morning dealing with discernment
processes for both deacons and priests. I had a very quick lunch and drove to the Cathedral
in Mobile, where I met Bishop Parsley and his wife, Becky. The Bishop and I visited a
member of the Diocese to ask for a gift to The College for Bishops. We collected Becky from
the Cathedral and drove to our home to change, for drinks and dinner at Jimmy Buffett’s
restaurant on Pensacola Beach. It was a good meal on the upper porch and a beautiful
evening. We returned home and Bishop Parsley conducted some additional work on our
back porch. We retired about 11:00PM.
June; Tuesday: We had an early start and breakfast. Bishop Parsley and I worked on our
mutual time in Quito with the House of Bishops, and a possible trip to Machu Picchu before
the meeting begins. We spent much of the time working on mutual materials for dealing
with joint communications and releases, which focus on Alabama and legislation. It was a
very productive morning. We drove to Pensacola and had a protracted lunch. The Parsleys
drove back to Birmingham and I drove to Gulf Shores for an interview and meeting at the
Church, with a possible postulant for priesthood. I stopped by their Thrift Shop on my
return trip, and then met with St. John’s Church Vestry, Warrington. It was a good meeting
about their moving forward in finding a priest, as Fr. Al Pruitt prepares to turn 72 and leave
for a different form of ministry. I drove by the office on the way home, and spent much of
the evening working on my sermon for tomorrow evening and some other projects. I retired
about midnight after a very hectic day.
June; Wednesday; St. Peter and St. Paul: I spent the morning in the office and did a good deal
of desk work. At 11:30AM we had a luncheon for Jennifer, who is celebrating her ten years
on our staff. I went home just past noon, and Kathy and I drove to Santa Rosa Beach for my
visitation. The traffic is very congested and that is a good thing for the summer tourists have
returned. The visit went well and I enjoyed my time with the clergy, staff and vestry. I
celebrated and preached the Holy Eucharist Rite II and confirmed two (2) adults; one (1)
male and one (1) female and received one (1) female. We drove home arriving by 9:30PM
and both retired before 11:00PM.
June; Thursday: Day off. We spent most of the day shopping and working on travel for our
time in Central/South America. It was a good day and a long day. We finished and retired
before 10:00PM.
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July; Friday: I went into the office early and finished several projects and found several more
to take their place. Still, this is making progress and having a lot to engage in the near future.
By 10:00AM we began the Finance Meeting which included meeting with the auditors; this
was a full, rich and helpful gathering of this body. The meeting was over by 2:00PM. I was
pleased that it allowed us to see what is and what is not working with various programs and
projects. I went home by 6:00PM and we spent a quiet evening reading, and watched two
television shows. We retired by 10:30PM.
July; Saturday: Kathy and I got a late start on the day and did accomplish a good deal
throughout the day. We spent most of the time in the morning working about the house.
Then during the afternoon we went to run about the local community to pick up various
items we needed/wanted. We were home by 5:00PM and I worked on my sermon for Sunday
and retired early to be fully rested and prepared for Sunday.
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people of St. Mark’s for the Deaf. I preached and celebrated the Holy Eucharist and had
about twenty-five people present including two hearing children of the deaf members, who
served as translators. It was a good service and the meal following allowed me a good
amount of time to speak with the leadership. (I learned that most of the people believed I
was visiting to close them because there are so few of them living in the area.) Kathy and I
enjoyed his time with these wonderful people who have so many difficulties. Following the
worship we visited a number of places and finally found our way home by 7:00PM. It was
a quiet evening and we enjoyed the gift of some additional down time. We retired by
11:00PM.
July; Monday - Independence Day: We had a quiet day and took the added time to catch up
on needed work at home and in the office. We both accomplished a good amount of work
and I was pleased to get a head start on the weeks work. We returned home by 5:00PM and
spent the night working about the house. There was a fireworks ban in our county because
of the lack of rain, so we could only watch the fireworks on the local channel. Kathy and I
both retired by midnight.
July; Tuesday: I worked on several projects during the morning and finally was able to see
the bottom of my desk. There is a lot happening in the Diocese and I am pleased with the
number of programs being offered throughout this summer time. Following lunch, I met
with two clergy and three aspirants. These were good gatherings and I am pleased with
those who believe they are called to ordained priesthood.
July; Wednesday: I went into the office early and spent much of the time with various
appointments which all seemed to require my prompt attention. Following a very short
lunch, I went by the house and collected Kathy and we drove to Monroeville for my
visitation. At the 5:30PM service, following the Vestry meeting, I preached and celebrated
and enjoyed the presence of the youth engaged in making the liturgy happen. After the
service and the wonderful salad supper, Kathy and I visited the priest in her home and
discussed a number of issues and possible projects for the forthcoming year. She is doing
good work. Kathy drove us home after the festivities and we were surprised at the heavy
traffic. The summer visitors appear to have returned and that is a good thing.
July; Thursday: Kathy and I had a full day working about the house and running messages
about the Pensacola area, and then drove to Fort Walton Beach to continue that process. We
finished late in the day and finally retired after 11:00PM.
July; Friday: I went into the office by 8:30AM and then went to a medical appointment at
9:45AM. After two appointments and several phone calls, I had a very quick lunch and then
drove to an appointment with Kit Caffey, to interview me now that I have been bishop in the
Diocese for more than ten years. I drove home by 5:30PM and Kathy and I had a full evening
and retired later in the evening.
July; Saturday: This was the Blue Angle weekend and Kathy and I began the day very early,
finishing a good amount of work before 9:00AM and then began doing our messages,
delivering a table Kathy had refinished to my sister, and finally in the heavy traffic, drove
to Mobile. We spent several hours visiting various shops and finally had an early supper on
the causeway. We then drove home and I prepared for the next day, looking over my
sermon and the liturgy for the day. Kathy and I both retired by 11:00PM.
July; Sunday - 4 Pentecost: We left the house early to get to St. Simon’s Church by 9:00AM.
I signed the record books and registers before meeting with the Vestry for an hour. At the
celebration of the Holy Eucharist I celebrated and preached the 10:30AM service at which I
baptized two (2) males and confirmed two adults (2), one (1) male and one (1) female and
received one (1) male. Following the service, pictures and the reception, we took the Rector,
his wife and the Curate to lunch at the Bay Café by the bridge. It is always a good place to
eat. We then drove to the reception for the newly baptized and enjoyed an hour or so with
the family and friends. Kathy and I were home by 6:00PM and spent the remainder of the
evening working on the sermon for tomorrow and then watching the BBC mystery theatre.
We retired by 11:00PM.
July; Monday: I drove to St. Agatha’s Church in the early morning to prepare for the
celebration of the Holy Eucharist commemorating Benedict and the Rule for the meeting of
the Standing Committee and congregation. We had a very fine lunch following the service
and the meeting was lengthy, past until 5:00PM. There was a lot of material to cover,
including my time away for the Sabbatical. I drove home in a severe rain storm which
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brought no rain to our area. We need rain! Kathy and I worked about the house and on
several projects, retiring about 11:00PM.
July; Tuesday: I spent the day in the office with both desk work and several meetings with
the Commission on Ministry interview process, and church planting and building issues. It
was a very long day and when I returned home about 6:00PM, I was able to sit outside for
an hour and worked on my sermon for tomorrow’s sermon in Apalachicola. Kathy and I
both retired by 11:00PM.
July; Wednesday: Kathy and I drove to Apalachicola making stops along the way in several
stores and shopping areas. We checked into the Coomb’s House and then went to the church
to review the books and registers. I went to see the work being done on the fountain and it
is a beautiful work of art, a real treasure when it is completed. I celebrated the Holy
Eucharist at the 6:00PM service and also confirmed seven (7) adults; one (1) male and six (6)
females. It was a good service that was well attended for the Summer. The music was fine
with a new organist related to friends from the St. Teresa area, which is just east of here. I
enjoyed a wonderful meal following the service and then went to the Rectory for a vestry
meeting and conversation. This was a good meeting and we were able to discuss the
purchase of the contiguous property, which is also a part of the Historic District. I am
supportive of the venture. By 9:00PM Kathy and I walked back to the B&B and settled in for
the night retiring by 10:00PM.
July; Thursday: We began the day early and drove to Panama City and made stops along the
way home, doing messages and some shopping. It was a good day and Kathy and I enjoyed
the time being out and about. We worked, when we got home, on a few projects and finally
retired about 10:00PM.
July; Friday: I began the day early and brought my car into Vince Whibb’s for its 150
thousand mile checkup. I am adding milage very fast this Summer because of the needed
midweek visitations. I expect that I will have another visit for maintenance before I begin
my time this Fall in Texas. I worked during the morning and had numerous phone and
personal visits, until it was time for me to collect the car. I returned to the office and worked
for several more hours with interviews and conversation with appointments in the office and
on the telephone. I finally arrived home about 7:00PM. Kathy and I worked about the house
and finished a number of work and fun projects.
July; Saturday: We spent the day working about the house and doing a number of chores.
It began to rain early in the day and we enjoyed finally getting the needed water for our
plants, garden and lawn. We were able to do some marketing which was needed.
July; Sunday - 5 Pentecost: We began the day very early in the midst of extremely heavy
rains. Kathy drove us to Robertsdale for the worship. The Church is looking in fine shape
and it is being cared for in a fine manor. I celebrated the Holy Eucharist and confirmed three
(3) adults; one (1) male and two (2) females. Fr. George Gilbert is doing fine work here and
for that I am most grateful. We had a very fine brunch after the service, and I then attended
an hour long vestry meeting. It was equally a good meeting with a lot of positive things
being talked about. Kathy and I drove home in heavy rain and it was wonderful to see that
the new drainage system on our street is working up to expectations. Kathy and I did some
shopping and I spent time working on making give away items from our wine corks - fun
to do and I hope useful. During the evening we watched the BBC theatre and enjoyed the
mystery that was presented. I worked late and finally retired long after midnight.
July; Monday: I had an early morning at the office and cleared my desk. I met with the Fresh
Start committee to discuss how they might also work with vacancy consultations, when a
cure becomes vacant and open. This is looking very promising. Following lunch I spent time
with the Church of the Advent and reviewing their building plans again with the Vicar and
Vince. We brought Art Hahn into the mix via telephone. Once I get the firm financial
figures, I will sign the contracts for this work. I went home and worked most of the night on
my sermon for Wednesday. I retired before 10:00PM.
July; Tuesday: I again went into the office early and worked until the midmorning meeting
with The Rev. Rusty McCowan of the Church Pension Fund Group and twelve others from
about the Diocese, to discuss the church mandate to make health care equal with parity for
clergy and laity working more than 30 hours per week within our congregations. This was
a good meeting with good information being presented. I then worked for several hours on
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the paper work, liturgy, pagination of the service and all of the other aspects that clergy are
expected to know and do. It was good for me to do this, it will be his first wedding and he
wanted to do it right. I have now officiated at more than one thousand weddings during my
41 years of ordained ministry. I returned home about 7:00PM and Kathy had a wonderful
dinner for us. I then worked on several projects and watched some TV while doing a sudoku
puzzle that I finally solved. I made thirty key chains and mapped out another hot plate. I
worked on my computer for several hours and finally retired about 12:30PM.
July; Wednesday: I again went into the office early and worked for several hours until time
for Vince’s birthday bash - 72 years old. This is a wonderful milestone. We had a small party
and I then went by the house and collected Kathy and we drove to Marianna, Florida for a
visitation at St. Luke’s Church. I reviewed the property and the books and registers. I also
had a meeting at 4:00PM with the Vestry, after spending time with Fr. Norman Bray. He is
doing fine work here and is also well liked. I celebrated the Holy Eucharist, preached and
baptized one (1) adult male and confirmed two (2)adult males and received one (1) adult
male. This was a good time and there was a very credible congregation present. After the
reception and our goodbyes, Kathy drove us home by 11:00PM. It was a long day and a
longer evening and I was very ready to retire to much needed rest.
July; Thursday: Day Off! I worked about the house doing repair work on various projects
and following lunch, we cleaned up and went out to look at several shops and did some
messages. It was a very busy time and I was able to get a good amount of work completed.
We ended the day with a heavy rain fall. After the evening on the back porch, we retired
before 10:00PM.
July; Friday: I began the day with a medical visit to the Spa not far from the office. The
treatments are working and this is a good thing. By 10:00AM I was in the office and had
several meetings during the day. It was a full day and I had a lot to catch up with during the
evening, having to bring more work home. That is not something I enjoy doing, but with the
cutbacks this is needful; I do not like this. I left the office by 7:00PM and Kathy and I spent
a quiet evening at home and prepared for the weekend. We retired about 10:00PM.
July; Saturday: Kathy and I drove to Panama City and the tourists are back in town and that
is a good thing. We arrived in Panama City about 11:30AM and had lunch on the dock at
a simple and good restaurant. We were at St. Andrew”s Church by quarter past twelve and
after checking into the church and reviewing the service, we were in good shape for the
worship. At the 1:00PM service of the institution of the rector, The Rev. Margaret Shepherd,
and confirmation, I celebrated the Holy Eucharist RT II. The Rev. Massey Gentry was the
preacher (he did a very fine job with the sermon). We unpacked and prepared for worship.
We had three (3) adults for confirmation; one (1) male and two (2) females. It was a lively
group and they seem to be getting along very well. Following the service we checked into
the hotel (Main Stay) and prepared for the evening. By 6:00PM we were collected by the
priest and then drove to the Steer’s very comfortable home. It is a fine place and we had
drinks and accompanying refreshments, which were all very good. I had a small accident
consisting of a simple fall and only pulled a few muscles. The conversation was rich,
engaging and affirming for both the Rector and the vestry and people. At 8:00PM, Fr. Joe
Hagberg, Kathy and I drove to the Boat Yard restaurant for super and we all had very fine
meals. By 10:30PM we were on our way home and prepared for Sunday and retired before
midnight.
July; Sunday - 6 Pentecost: We began the day with a very quick breakfast and then drove to
the Church. It is looking in good shape, well cared for and maintained. We were pleased
that the day before had gone so well and there are two individuals in conversation about
field education needs at several institutions. The service had about 50 attending which is
very fine for this time of the year, and I celebrated the Holy Eucharist Rt. II and confirmed
five (5) adults; one (1) male and four (4) females. The service was well attended for the
summer and there was a very ample reception following. Kathy and I stayed until most of
the people had gone home and then we drove home to Gulf Breeze. We went out to three
shops later in the afternoon and managed to accomplish a good deal of work. Later in the
evening I worked on several projects and following the Master Piece Theater, completed
some necessary reading. I retired about midnight.
July; Monday: It was a busy and very full day with a meeting with a new clergy who needed
assistance with the General Ordination Exams. It was good to be with him. Following lunch
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in town, I met with Al Pruitt and Thomas Heard about the Deacons’ program, retirement for
one of the priests and the direction of the Deacons’ school. All was very positive. I worked
for several hours after the staff left for the day, and went home where I continued with
several projects. The new gym and its other materials are impressive and needs money if it
is to grow and prosper. Kathy and I finally retired after following some of the national
debate on the debt crisis. That part of our lives together is unified with a dislike for the
congress and a respect and like of the president. We retired before midnight.
July; Tuesday: I began the day very early with an 8:00AM Skype interview (coaching) with
the Primus of Scotland, which is always a joyful time. The Skype worked! I had several
telephone interviews and conversations throughout the day, and met with the Commission
on Prison Ministry, which was a fine opportunity. Following lunch, I finished a number of
open projects, including some Sabbatical work, and finally returned home my 5:30PM.
Kathy and I worked about the house and I finished my sermon for tomorrow. We retired by
10:00PM.
July; Wednesday: I began the day by working in my study at home and completed the work
needed for these few days. Kathy and I then drove to Panama City, following lunch, and I
arrived at St. Patrick’s Church about 4:30PM for the visitation and celebration of the Holy
Eucharist. It was a simple and nice evening with a reception following. We enjoyed our time
with this small band of dedicated people and as always, found their hospitality warm and
welcoming. We drove home and arrived shortly before 10:00PM. We both retired before
midnight after a long day.
July; Thursday: Day off! Kathy and I had a very full day and I am not sure that I will be able
to get done all that needs doing before we leave for vacation, HOB Meeting in September and
my Fall Sabbatical. That will be as it is, but it gives me pause in the scope of the work I am
now doing.
July; Friday: I spent the day in the office and had a good deal to accomplish. Over the past
week I have had more people who seem to have more pressing needs than in the past month.
Nevertheless, I believe that I will be prepared to leave for my vacation and sabbatical by the
end of August. I spent the evening at home with Kathy and we both retired early.
July; Saturday: Kathy and I drove to Panama City for the funeral of Mrs. Weller, the mother
of Fr. Tom Weller. She was 99 years old and a joy to be with. Fr. Tom preached and
celebrated the Eucharist and the church was packed. We drove home stopping along the way
at several shops and returned home by 5:00PM, after filling up with gas. We spent the night
at home and retired very early so that we might get an early departure in the morning. It
was a very long day.
July; Sunday - 7 Pentecost: We left the house at 7:00AM and drove to Dauphin Island. The
trip was shorter than we had planned and we were happy that there were no major traffic
disturbances along the way. We arrived before 9:30AM and had a leisurely hour of
preparation. The worship was simple, straight forward and beautiful. I celebrated and
preached the 10:30AM Holy Eucharist. Following the service there was a wonderful
luncheon and very fine fellowship. It was good to also visit with friends whom we had not
seen in over a year. Kathy and I had brought a change of clothes and changed, that we might
stop at several shops and farm stands along the way home. That is sometimes fun and often
amusing. We returned home by 6:00PM and settled down to the BBC Mystery Theater with
the last in the ZEN Series. It was a relaxing evening with a busy week ahead. We both
retired early.
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August; Monday: I began the day early and went to see my dermatologist, who reviewed my
records and also removed a number of pre-cancer spots. I went into the office by 9:30AM
and spent a busy day with John English trying to upgrade my computers and increase their
speed. By 1:30PM I went to the Baldwin County prison to visit an inmate and had a good
visit with him. It is strange that others find him difficult when I find him able to set limits
and proper boundaries fairly easily. I then drove to Mobile and visited with a priest.
Following the two-hour meeting, we all went to supper. I drove home by 10:00PM after a
very long day.
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had a meeting for the Deacon’s formation program and then met with one of the Deacons
whom I assigned to a new congregation for training and placement. I believe this will be a
good fit for both Deacon and Priest. Later in the afternoon, I met with Fr. Chris Coats and
two of his members, who wish to come before the Commission on Ministry for the
priesthood. This was a good meeting for both these people and I was pleased with the way
they represented themselves. I went home by 7:00PM and following a simple supper, spent
the evening working on several projects before retiring at 11:00PM.
August; Wednesday: Early in the morning I had a treatment at the Spa, and then went by the
office to collect some items. I then returned home to pack up the car and Kathy and I drove
to Eufaula for the evening. I arrived at 4:00PM and met with the wardens. With the Rector
gone, they are looking to have clergy present and to begin the process of selecting a new
priest. I officiated at Evensong and preached on the Propers. There was a good congregation
present. Following the service we went to the Country Club for dinner and I met with the
vestry to discuss the process. It went well. Kathy and I spent the night at the home of
members of the parish, and we had a good time discussing the potentials of whom they
might call to help in the building up of the congregation. We retired and enjoyed being the
country and “under the stars” all night.
August; Thursday: Kathy and I left our host’s home by 9:00AM and began our trip home.
We stopped a number of times along the way and enjoyed lunch at a wonderful Thai
restaurant in the Dothan area. We returned home by 6:00PM and settled into the evening
routine with supper, projects and conversation on the porch by the pool. We both retired
before 11:00PM.
August; Friday: I went into the office and by 9:00AM, had begun the meeting of the
Commission on Ministry to which I invited guests to take part in the discussions and
conversations with those we were interviewing. It added a new and very exciting dimension
to our deliberations and work. It was a long day and we got a good amount of work
completed for the Deacons and for those invited to go to seminary. We finished by 6:00PM
and I was very tired. We approved a large number of those who had come before us, due
to my spending time with them and “inviting” only those whom I believe were appropriate
at this time. The Stewardship Workshop took place at Beckwith this evening and all day on
Saturday. This was also a very good thing and I was sorry that I could not attend that
program as well. I went home and spent a quiet evening at home catching up with
correspondence and computer work. I retired very late needing to finish a number of
projects.
August; Saturday - The Transfiguration of Our Lord: I remembered this time in the Daily
Office and prayed for insight and clarity as we move forward in the mission and ministry of
the Diocese. Kathy and I drove to Andalusia, Alabama and went by St. Mary’s Church to
meet the new Rector, sign the register and books and to unpack my gear for tomorrow. We
then went by George and Patricia Barnes home where we spent the night. They had a very
nice party for the new Rector and it was a delight to be with them again. Kathy and I retired
about 11:00PM ,thankful to be here with these very fine people.
August; Sunday - 8 Pentecost: We went to St. Mary’s Church at 8:30AM to gather all the
people for the morning service and the celebration of the new ministry for The Rev. Cindy
Howard and the people of this congregation. I am impressed with her work and insight.
The service went well and I believe she will be a blessing and asset to the community of
Andalusia and St. Mary’s Church. At the Holy Eucharist, I celebrated, preached and
confirmed five (5) adults; three (3) males and two (2) females. Following the service there
was a very fine brunch and Kathy and I enjoyed our time with those whom we have come
to know and are getting to know better. We began our journey home by 1:00PM and after
a few stops along the way, we arrived home by 6:30PM. We spent a quiet evening at home
and watched the latest BBC production of Zen (a detective series we got to know several
years ago when we visited friends in England) which we both enjoyed. We retired about
11:00PM.
August; Monday: I went into the office and met with four of the people whom we will see
at the Commission on Ministry. They are all impressive and I am prepared to move them
forward into postulants for priesthood with the consent of the Commission. It was a long
day and I spent the evening catching up on additional work in my study. I retired very late
in the evening.
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August; Tuesday: I went by the office on my way to have my annual physical with all the
“trimmings.” It took several hours and when completed, I drove to Trinity Church, Mobile
for a meeting of concerned Alabama clergy over the issue of the Alabama Legislature’s
resolution HR56, dealing with immigration. It is focused on the Latino/Hispanic visitors and
workers and is a despicable law that makes it illegal for religious groups to assist those in
need without proof of citizenship (the green card). I do not live in Alabama so I can only
speak for and with my clergy here, giving them encouragement and hope. I am reminded
of my time in Europe in the early 1960's and the stories from the people about how the Nazis
began their work with people not of the homeland. I am very uneasy and uncomfortable
about this from a historic and theological perspective. I returned home near being sick both
in heart and physically. What is happening to this nation and our people?
August; Wednesday: I spent the morning in the office tending to calendar and scheduling
problems, which I know we are able to address. It was one of those strange days. I helped
plan the ordination for Deacon Glenn Rohrer and then Kathy and I drove to Epiphany
Church, Crestview for a visitation. The priest has announced her leaving to move to Hawaii
and share ministry with her husband in two congregations. This is a good move for both of
them and they will be missed very much within our diocese. I celebrated, preached and
confirmed two (2) adults; one (1) male and one (1) female. I introduced to the vestry and
congregation their new Vicar whom I will ordain a priest in ten days. Kathy and I had a fine
visit and we returned home by 10:00PM. I worked on a few projects and retired before
midnight.
August; Thursday: Day off. Kathy and I spent the day doing messages about the community.
I had given a good amount of time during the morning to working on phone calls and
catching up with people with whom I needed to speak. After running about town for most
of the day, I did relax into the work I needed to accomplish, before welcoming Sue
Schlanbusch into our home. We had a productive evening and worked toward Friday
morning. We all retired before 11:00pm. I am impressed with the people with whom we are
working and moving with them on this journey.
August; Friday: Following a very quick breakfast, I went into the office for a few hours
(working with Sue and doing telephone work) and then returned home with Sue for the
gathering of some members of The Episcopal Community. We met from 11:00AM to almost
3:00PM, with a simple luncheon that Kathy had prepared. Both the meeting and meal was
at our home. This process has been long and also complex. Much of the material and process
is remedial and playing catchup within the structure functioning of the Community.
Following supper, I worked on a fun project, making use of the oyster shells I had gathered
from our dinner. Kathy and I retired early.
August; Saturday: We said goodbye to Sue, following breakfast, and she went to visit other
friends in the area. I went to St. Francis Church, Gulf Breeze and set up my gear for Sunday.
They had a lot of wonderful programs and opportunities for learning and teaching along the
way. I was home about 1:00PM, and again spent time with Kathy when we did some
messages about the area. Following our return to the house, we organized ourselves for the
remainder of the weekend. We attended the Taize’ Service at St. Francis Church at 5:30PM
and then went to dinner at the Blue Marlin with the Rector. We were seated on the upper
deck overlooking the Bay, with wonderful breezes. It was hot and very pleasant. We
returned home by 10:00PM and following the work I needed to do, Kathy and I retired before
midnight.
August; Sunday the 15th Pentecost: We had a long day and a good day. I celebrated and
preached the 9:00AM Holy Eucharist at St. Francis Church. Following the reception and
vestry meeting, we went to brunch at Hemingway’s Restaurant on Pensacola Beach. We
were home by 3:00PM and did some needed shopping along the way. This was a good few
days with seeking to move forward with the process and information about the housing on
campus. We all finished the day later than we often have done, and for that I am most
grateful.
August; Monday - The Feast of St. Mary the Virgin: I went into the office late, having
celebrated the Feast Day of Our Lady. I met with several clergy dealing with both training
a new priest to celebrate the Holy Eucharist and getting another postulant ready for
seminary. It was a long and very fine day. Kathy and I spent a quiet evening and we
watched a movie she had wanted to view for a while. I retired about 11:00PM.
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August; Tuesday: I went into the office early and dealt with a problem. I met with a number
of people throughout the day. John English again worked on my computers. I finally
returned home about 7:00PM and Kathy and I had a quiet evening with my finally retiring
about midnight.
August; Wednesday: I went into the Spa for my treatments and hope that before October I
will not have many more of these times ahead. I still will need to see the dermatologist about
the top of my head and ears in the future. Kathy and I drove to Port St. Joe about 10:30AM
and we made good time for this time of the year. The tourists are back and that is a good
thing. I went by the church to unpack my gear and then checked into the hotel where Kathy
and I will spend the night. By 4:00PM, eastern time, we were at the Rector’s home for an
early supper and by 5:15PM I was back at the Church for a Vestry Meeting. It was a good
meeting. At 6:00PM I celebrated the Holy Eucharist and Healing Service and preached a
short homily. We had a goodly number of people present, (32) from the community, and Fr.
Tommy is doing good work in this community. Following the reception, Kathy and I
enjoyed time with the Dwyers and a few vestry members at the Rusty Goat, which is a fun
place to sit and talk. We returned to the hotel after 11:30PM and retired by midnight.
August; Thursday: Day Off. We spent most of the day driving back home for my day off,
and also renewing the time with those with whom we were visiting. We did some shopping
at the outlet malls, but were more than pleased to get home before the day was spent. After
several stops along the way, we arrived home before 6:00PM. It was another long day - this
one with time to relax together before we retired for the night.
August; Friday: I went into the office early for the Commission on Ministry meeting, which
lasted all day with interviews throughout the day. This was another good group of people
and I am more impressed with whom we are seeing and sending out into the church as
leaders. Kathy and I spent a quiet evening. I prepared for the ordination the next day and
worked on my sermon for a few hours. I was glad to retire by midnight.
August; Saturday: The day began early and by 9:00AM, I was at Holy Cross for the
Ordination of The Rev. Glenn Rohrer to the priesthood. I have assigned him to Epiphany
Church, Crestview as the new Vicar and believe he will help lead them into the fullness of
the Gospel and servant ministry. It was a good service and I was pleased and proud of the
Congregation. The Rev. Jim Flowers preached a fine sermon and I asked him to give the text
to Cindy for placement on the Diocesan Website. By 12:30PM, Kathy and I drove home. I
worked on my sermon for tomorrow and the forth coming Wednesday sermon. We packed
up the car and drove to Mobile by 4:00PM, stopping along the way. We checked into the
apartment and then went by the Cumbie’s house and had a visit and supper with the Vestry
and Rector. It was a fun and important time together. We were back at the apartment by
9:00PM and after more work on my sermon and reading, I retired by 11:00PM.
August; Sunday - 10 Pentecost: Kathy and I got underway early and arrived at St. Luke’s
Church by 8:30AM. I reviewed the records and books and then met with the class that was
forming, to begin the study program for confirmation. It looked like a fine class. The service
was very well attended and I preached, celebrated the Holy Eucharist Rite II, and blessed
those present to commemorate the last 50 years of the school and the next 50 years of the
school. It was a good representation and showing on their behalf. Following the service,
Kathy and I drove to Baldwin County and visited the Bay home of Bill and Beckie Schulte.
It was a beautiful house and very comfortable. We enjoyed the time with them and the
Cumbies, the torrential rains from off the Bay, the walking about the area onto the dock, the
boat and the conversations with good friends. Kathy and I drove home at 8:00PM and
arrived at our house by 10:00PM. We both retired before 11:30PM and we were tired and
relaxed.
August; Monday: I went into the office, past all the trucks on my street as they prepare to
pave the street. We are into the seventh month for the street work and all the drainage work.
It has been a long haul. I met with a group who have just been informed that their Rector is
leaving. I then met with a young Deacon. The formation group of those preparing to
become Deacons was small, and those attending worked at their tasks over the next four
months. This is a good ministry. I went home by 5:00PM and worked on several projects.
I was very tired and retired by 8:00PM.
August; Tuesday: I found that there were several people that wanted to see me, knowing that
by the end of next week I will be away for several months. I got a lot accomplished during
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my few hours in the morning and then drove to Beckwith for a 2:00PM Board Meeting, which
was underwhelming. Cut staff rather than the vision to raise money. I was concerned
because this trend is part of what I understand to be the beginning of the downward spiral,
which embraces an attitude that we cannot survive as a diocese. I believe we can, only if we
can raise the monies to support our ministries.
August; Wednesday: I worked in my study early in the morning and we then drove to
Chipley, leaving at 9:00AM. We arrived at the Clarke’s home about noon and had a fine
lunch with them. By 2:00PM I was at St. Matthew’s Church to do a walk about and then to
meet with the Vestry. It was a good meeting which was followed by a dinner in one of the
restaurants in the downtown area. It was also good food. I preached and celebrated the
Holy Eucharist and received two (2) adults; one male (1) and one (1) female. Following the
reception and conversation, Kathy and I drove home and arrived about 9:00PM. We retired
and were worn out.
August; Thursday: Day Off. We stayed up for the morning and I did some additional work
about my study and the house, after an early dentist appointment. During the afternoon we
did some marketing and returned home by 6:00PM to spend a quiet evening. We retired by
9:00PM.
August; Friday: I spent the day working in my office and finishing up numerous projects
along the way. We were only a few working in the office today, and I had only one meeting
with some people from St. Anna’s Church, Poarch. I hope I can get them a priest within this
next year. I worked until 7:00PM and then went home very tired and worn out. Kathy
wanted to watch a movie and I enjoyed that time relaxing a good deal. We retired by
11:00PM.
August; Saturday: Kathy and I drove to Ozark, Alabama by noon, and had lunch in a small
new local place near the Church. We set up all my gear and then greeted and spoke with
most of the 72 guests for Margaret Nixon’s funeral which I conducted. She was a good
person and fine organist and Fr. Tom cared for her during her six-year illness. Several
congregations and agencies are having meetings today to discuss and find a way forward for
them over the next few months. These are challenging and interesting times. Kathy and I
drove home and stopped by St. Agatha’s Church to say hi to Sandra Macleod and others
within the congregation. We finished the drive home by 7:00PM. I worked on my sermon
for Sunday as Kathy drove, and when we got home. We retired by 9:00AM.
August; Sunday - 11 Pentecost: We began the day at 5:00AM and listened to the news about
the hurricane going up the east coast which will affect our son Andrew and my sister
Heather, who are both in the greater New York City area. Kathy drove to Redeemer Church,
Mobile and I again worked on my sermon. We arrived by 8:30AM and after getting ready
for the service, I met with those to be confirmed. It was a good group of adults and young
people. I celebrated the Holy Eucharist, preached, Baptized two (2) adult males and
confirmed eight (8) adults; six (6) males and two (2) females. Following the service there was
a very fine reception in the new hall. Kathy and I drove to the Infirmary Hospital and I
visited a former Senior Warden who was gravely ill. We then did some shopping as we
drove home and I made numerous phone calls concerning Trinity Church, Mobile and its
coming to terms with their very popular Rector who is leaving to take over Calvary Church,
Summit, N. J. We returned home by 7:00PM and I was pleased to be able to get work
completed before tomorrow and retire before midnight.
August; Monday: I worked in the office for the entire day and had hoped to finish all the
“little things that needed doing,’ but as usual there were a number of interruptions that were
important. I was able to give five names of priests to the Senior Warden at Trinity Church,
Mobile, whom I believe could do good work as their Rector. I finished up late and drove
home by 7:00PM. Kathy and I watched a movie she had taped and enjoyed a quiet evening
before we retired about 11:00PM.
August; Tuesday: I went into Pensacola and began with an appointment at the Spa for my
treatment. I then went into the office and had the remainder of the morning to work on
phone calls and remedial work including filing and getting the office organized. I had lunch
with the Cathedral Dean, which is always a good thing and we worked on the date for the
Deacons Ordinations. The rest of the day was taken up with long phone calls regarding an
ongoing crisis in one of the Mobile Parishes, which should be resolved within a few weeks.
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movie, which did help me relax and get a fresh perspective on Church. Retired by 11:00PM.
August; Wednesday: I had only one appointment with a new postulant who is looking at
attending seminary in Austin. I again had a strange day with much of the time taken up
with people in crisis or distress. I found that views of what pastoral care is and is not, is in
fact very mixed. I thought I was and had been giving/doing pastoral care, but because I was
not doing and agreeing with some of the people, it was not understood as pastoral. I spent
a quiet evening with a few books and writing an article for the Coastline. I retired late.
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October; Saturday: Arrive Texas
October; Sunday
October; Thursday: 7 p.m. (Houston) Starry Nights Camp Allen Benefit @ Junior League in
Houston (Country Casual Attire) (LaQuinta Inn reserved near location)
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October; Sunday: 9 a.m. St. John’s, Center (East Texas), 11:15 a.m. Christ Church, San
Augustine (30 miles from Center)
22 October; Saturday: Holiday Inn Express, Jacksonville
23 October; Sunday: 10 a.m. Trinity, Jacksonville — back to Austin and then on to Camp Allen
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October: Sunday through Tuesday: Clergy Conference - Camp Allen
25 October; Tuesday: 12:30pm flight to Charlotte from IHA (Bush) arrive at 4:00pm
28 October; Friday: 6:19pm flight from Charlotte arrives Bush at 8:08pm. Drive to Austin
overnight at Carriage House Apt
29 October; Saturday: Back to Camp Allen; overnight
30 October; Sunday: 10:30 a.m. St. Stephen’s, Huntsville — return to Austin
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November; Wednesday: 5p.m. check in and supper with clergy; 7 p.m. St. Alban’s, Waco
November; Friday: 7p.m. Dinner with John and Nancy Loving at their home
November; Saturday:
6 p.m. Dinner with Doug and Pam Travis at the Deanery
November; Sunday: 8a.m. check in and meet with confirmands. All Saints Sunday 9a.m.
All Saints’, Austin; preach and celebrate; reception; 11:30a.m. celebrate
November; Wednesday: leave for Mobile; Wedding at Cathedral celebrate and preach
November; Sunday: In Mobile
November; Tuesday: return to Austin
November; Friday: 6p.m. Dinner with Deanna and Larry Harrison their house
November; Sunday: St. Timothy’s Church, Houston
November; Saturday: Hilton Garden Inn, Tyler
November; Sunday: a.m. St. Luke’s, Lindale; p.m. All Saints’, Crockett; Rededication
(Holiday Inn, Crockett)
November; Monday: 7 p.m. St. Matthew’s, Henderson (Hilton Garden Inn, Tyler) Light
private dinner parish hall 6 pm, dessert reception follows
November; Tuesday: Bella’s Birthday
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December: Friday: p.m. Clergy Christmas Party at Camp Allen (County Casual Attire) stay
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December; Sunday: a.m. Trinity, The Woodlands; 6:30 p.m. Christ the King, Atascocita; Ian’s
Birthday
December; Wednesday: 7 p.m. Good Shepherd, Friendswood (return to downtown Houston
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December; Sunday: 11 a.m. St. Michael’s, Austin; afternoon and overnight in Fredricksburg
with family - birthday time
17 December; Saturday: Magnolia Hotel, Houston
18 December; Sunday: 10 a.m. Trinity, Baytown
20 December; Tuesday: fly from Austin into Mobile; overnight in apartment
21 December; Wednesday: Ordination, Central Gulf Coast; 11:00 AM at Christ Cathedral,
Mobile; Leave late afternoon fly into Austin
25 December: Sunday: Christmas in Austin
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APPENDIX II -- REPORTS TO THE CONVENTION
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REPORTS TO THE CONVENTION OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE,
THE GENERAL OFFICERS,
AND THE BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS OF THE DIOCESE
REPORT OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE
ACTIONS:
February 12, 2011, St. James’s, Fairhope
1. Elected Joe Basenberg as President and The Rev. John Riggin as Secretary.
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Ratified earlier decision via email to approve the purchase of property adjacent to
St. Agatha’s, Defuniak Springs, for a total purchase price not to exceed $265,000,
with other funding being provided by St. Agatha’s, from the Noel Turner Fund
and the Congregational Loan Fund.
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Approved renewal of a loan for Trinity, Mobile, and for increase of that loan to
assist in completion of interior renovation projects, with the new maximum loan
amount at $689,771.
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Received nominations for the unexpired term of The Rev. De Freeman for one of
the clergy positions on the Standing Committee.
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Elected Jerry Fowler, St. Jude’s, Niceville, and The Rev. Ken Cumbie, St. Luke’s,
Mobile, as members of the Commission on Finance, to begin three - year terms.
May 2, 2011, Beckwith Camp and Retreat Center
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Authorized The Right Reverend Philip M. Duncan, II to act on behalf of the
Diocese and on behalf St. Luke’s Episcopal School, to work with Regions Bank
toward providing adequate collateral for a line of credit from Regions Bank to St.
Luke’s Episcopal School, under certain guidelines as stated in a formal resolution.
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Heard a presentation by board members and representatives of Beckwith Camp
and Conference Center regarding the financial condition of Beckwith.
Appointed a joint committee of members of the Standing Committee and the
Beckwith Board to develop a plan for the future of Beckwith.
Considered the calling of a Special Convention, to be held at Beckwith, to formalize
a plan of action for the future of the Beckwith Camp and Conference Center.
Amended the budget to increase the annual grants to Beckwith Camp and
Conference Center and Wilmer Hall to $117,500, each, to restore them to the
budgeted amount as in 2010.
Ratified an earlier email vote electing The Rev. George Riggall, St. Paul’s, Magnolia
Springs, to complete a vacant clergy position on the Standing Committee, and for
a term ending in the year 2013.
Referred a request from Epiphany, Crestview, to increase their mission grant, to
the Commission on Diocesan Missions, for review and report.
Approved the purchase by the Diocese of a rectory for the benefit of St. Thomas,
Greenville, located at 408 N. College Street, Greenville, AL 36037 and approved the
mortgaging of that property to BankTrust in Greenville for a maximum amount of
$120,000, and authorized the Bishop to execute any documents necessary for that
purchase.
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Approved the following as Candidates for Holy Orders:
Michael Drinkwater
Joseph Matthews
Sandra McLeod
Rob Dixon
Erin Warde
Peter Wong
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Consented to the election of a bishop coadjutor for the Diocese of New York.
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Consented to the ordination of The Rev. George Debrell Young, III, as Bishop
Diocesan of the Diocese of East Tennessee.
July 11, 2011, St. Agatha’s, DeFuniak Springs
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Heard a report from Mindy Henderson about “Operation Redesign” and the
progress of engaging the parishes in the Diocese in the current Five Year Plan of
the Diocese.
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Heard a report from Jim Anderson, Chair of the Commission on Planned
Giving/Stewardship in the Diocese.
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Consented to the ordination of The Rev. Glenn Rohrer as a Priest of the Church.
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Heard a report from the Bishop on his plans for a sabbatical for the later part of
2011, but with no plans to relinquish Episcopal Authority, due to regular
communication.
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Approved an additional mission grant to Epiphany, Crestview, in the amount of
$5,000, to assist in the full year employment of a Full-Time vicar.
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Approved the appointment of a committee to review a loan situation at Holy
Nativity, Panama City, and to report to the Standing Committee for further action.
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Encouraged the development of a policy whereby Congregations and/or
institutions in the Diocese would be required to obtain approval from the Standing
Committee of the Diocese, or from the Bishop, for fund-raising activities which
reached beyond their local areas.
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Approved The Rev. Darin Hyer, as a Candidate for Holy Orders.
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Approved the draft of a budget for the dioceses for the year 2012 which, based on
anticipated income, is a balanced budget, for presentation to the Annual
Convention of the Diocese.
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Approved the refinancing of a loan for the benefit of Holy Nativity, Panama City
of an existing loan in the amount of $334,787, and authorized the bishop to sign
any documents necessary to refinance the debt.
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Approved financing for Holy Nativity, Panama City, in the amount of $250,000, for
facility’s improvement and renovations, and authorized the bishop to sign any
documents necessary for that loan.
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Directed the Diocese to obtain an appraisal on “school property” associated with
Holy Nativity, Panama City, and to report to the Standing Committee upon
completion of such appraisal.
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Ratified an earlier email vote to approve a loan to the Diocese, for the benefit of
Church of the Advent Lillian, in an amount not to exceed $180,000 to complete the
construction of the new church facility at Church of the Advent,
and authorized the Bishop to sign all appropriate loan documents as approved by
the Alabama Chancellor.
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Ratified an earlier email vote to accept Renunciation of Vows of The Rev. Matthew
Alan Venuti, as of September 20, 2011, noting that the action had been taken
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Ratified an earlier email vote approving appointment of The Honorable Eric D.
Stevenson, as Church Attorney to the Disciplinary Board.
Ratified an earlier email vote approving the following Candidates for Ordination
to the Transitional Diaconate: Robert Patrick Dixon, Michael Peter Drinkwater,
Joseph Paul Mathews, Sandra Kirby McLeod, Erin Jean Warde and Peter Reginald
Wong.
Ratified an earlier email vote to approve Darin Stant Hyer to be ordained a
Transitional Deacon.
Ratified an earlier email vote approving clergy compensation for those in service
from the 0 – 4 years in ordained ministry.
Heard a report on developments regarding financing at St. Luke’s Episcopal
School, Mobile.
Adopted a Housing Resolution for Bishop Duncan which authorized $70,000 of
Bishop Duncan’s compensation in 2012 to be considered as a housing allowance
for federal tax purposes.
Approved a resolution for the reporting of Bishop Duncan’s compensation to the
Church Pension Fund in 2012.
Consented to the election of a Bishop Coadjutor for the Diocese of New Hampshire.
Consented to the election of the following as Bishops:
The Rt. Rev. John McKee Sloan to be Bishop Diocesan of Alabama
The Rev. Gregory Orrin Brewer to be
Bishop Diocesan of Central Florida
The Rev. Cannon Ogè Beauvoir to Bishop Suffragan of Haiti
The Rev. J. Scott Barker to be Bishop Diocesan of Nebraska
The Rev. Andrew Marion Lenow Diestsche to be
Bishop Coadjutor of New York
The Rev. Mariann Edgar Budde to be Bishop Diocesan of Washington
Approved appointment of The Rev. Ray Buchanan as a member of the Trial Court.
Approved a request from St. Thomas, Citronelle, to lease their church properties
to the Citronelle Historic Preservation Society, with of St. Thomas continuing its
use of the facilities for parish services, on terms acceptable by the Vicar of the
mission, the members of the church, the Bishop and the Alabama Chancellor.
In addition to the actions listed above, the Standing Committee met on September
20, 2011 at St. Christopher’s Pensacola to discuss the process of budget planning and
development in the Diocese. After lengthy discussion, the Standing Committee decided
to recommend that Mission Operations, World Mission and Communications be a focus
of the Ministry of this Diocese, and that that focus be reflected in the future budgets of
the Diocese. The undersigned misplaced the notes of that meeting, so no minutes were
prepared, but it was a fruitful meeting which will provide a basis for further
consideration of budgeting in the Diocese.
Serving as President of the Standing Committee for the past year was both an
honor and a privilege. The members of the Standing Committee were dedicated to the
goal of promoting the mission and ministry of this Diocese during the year and looking
toward the future. A special thanks is extended to Carolyn Jeffers, David Quittmeyer
and The Rev. Thack Dyson for their three years of service to the Diocese as we rotate
from membership on the Standing Committee at this Convention.
Joe E. Basenberg, President
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REPORTS OF THE GENERAL OFFICERS
REPORT OF THE CHANCELLORS
During 2011, the Chancellors represented the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast by
performing various legal services. We have had the opportunity to work on several real
estate and trust matters, to advise the Bishop and staff on matters involving claims and
insurance questions, to review proposed contracts, and to otherwise respond to
inquiries from the Bishop and the Diocesan staff. The contributions of the Parish
Chancellors have been outstanding and are much appreciated.
We express our appreciation for the assistance given to us by the Bishop, Vince
Currie, and everyone else on the Diocesan staff.
M. Kathleen Miller
Chancellor (Alabama)
Scott A. Remington
Chancellor (Florida)
REPORT OF THE SECRETARY
I am honored to report that the office of Secretary of the Diocese of the Central Gulf
Coast has been fulfilled in the year 2011 in accordance with Canon 6 of the Canons of
the Diocese.
I express my gratitude to Bishop Duncan, Diocesan Administrator Vince Currie,
and the wonderfully caring, skilled and highly competent Diocesan office staff: Mary
Poss, Jennifer Barnard and Carmen Kimmons.
The risk associated with the brevity of this report is an understatement of the
amount of time and energy the Diocesan staff invests to gather the information
necessary to complete the Journal of the Fortieth Annual Diocesan Convention. Please
allow me to honor those who labor.
Gary Alan Moore, Secretary
REPORT OF THE TREASURER/COMMISSION ON FINANCE
The continuing struggle with the Diocesan budget is trying to establish reliable
numbers on which to base a balanced budget. Over 95% of support for the Diocesan
budget comes from congregations. The Diocese is a voluntary giving diocese and
congregations are asked to make a pledge, in advance of the budget preparation, to
provide income to support the expenses. Unfortunately, congregations have their
stewardship campaigns in late Fall and many local finance committees and vestries are
unable to predict an accurate pledge to the Diocese in time for the Diocese to prepare
the budget for the Diocesan Convention. For the last two years, this has created a
situation in which at the end of the budget year, income has exceeded expenses. On the
one hand that’s a good thing! On the other hand, if the Commission on Finance and
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Standing Committee had had the expected income at the beginning of the budget cycle,
some of the items that were cut initially would have been funded for the whole year.
In 2011, the Unrestricted Income was $1,115,346 versus $1,125,853 pledged. The
budget figure had been discounted $59,000. Restricted Income from Parishes and
Missions was $84,418 versus $71,210 budgeted. As a result of savings in seminarians,
retreats, youth adults and clergy conferences and in Administrative Section of the
budget in Coordinator for Youth Ministries who retired in April, Bishop’s Travel, Staff
Travel and some office expenses, the expense side of the budget was down. This
created an excess Income over Expenses of approximately $100,000. Because of having
“raided” the Julia Quigley Fund to balance deficit budgets over the last ten years, the
Commission on Finance and Standing Committee put $90,000 of the surplus back into
the Julia Quigley Fund, leaving a balance there of $211,000. Each member of the
Diocesan Staff was given a bonus to offset the fact that there had not been an increase
in their salary over the last three years.
Early pledges to the 2012 Budget were $1,075,059 which is, about $40,000 less than
was actually paid in 2011. This makes the point that it is hard to determine if churches
will be able to pay more after they finish their stewardship campaigns, make their
annual budgets, etc, and confirm their pledges to the Diocese. As a result of projected
Income being down, the Standing Committee had to reduce some of the askings in the
budget (Beckwith, Wilmer Hall, Murray House) to produce a balanced budget.
The complete financial results for 2011 and the 2012 Budget proposed to the
Diocesan Convention are in the pre-convention packet and will be included in the
Diocesan Journal.
The Commission on Finance and Standing Committee remain open to new and
innovated ways to fund the work of the Diocese and have begun preliminary work to
look at any options. Even though we have had a slight excess Income over Expenses
for 2010 and 2011, it has come at the expenses of personnel, programs and outreach
beyond the Diocese.
There will be a forum on the Budget and Diocesan finances at the Diocesan
Convention to which all delegates and interested parties are invited. Please come and
be a part of the process. Time and place are included in the Convention schedule.
Hal Major, Treasurer and Chair
REPORT OF THE REGISTRAR-HISTORIOGRAPHER
As Registrar-Historiographer of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, I have
worked to fulfill my duties as set forth in Canon VIII of the Diocesan Canons.
Work continues to upgrade the archives room in the Diocesan office. I am trying
to orient additional helpers to keep this activity going in the future. We continued our
gathering of oral histories by interviewing several keys leaders around the Diocese.
One historical workshop was held and more are planned for 2012.
Congregations are encouraged to continue their emphasis on historical and
archival records for their various congregations.
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During the year 2011, the following Registrar functions were performed:
WALTON COUNTY, FLORIDA
St. Agatha’s, DeFuniak Springs
Purchased by Statutory Warranty Deed, property adjacent to the present church
property at 168 Circle Dr., DeFuniak Springs, Florida (Lots numbered 505 and 506,
according the map of Lake DeFuniak by W. J. Vankirk) (parcel id number: 25-3N-1919070-000-5050), on April 15, 2011. This property will be used as the rectory for St.
Agatha’s, DeFuniak Springs.
BUTLER COUNTY, ALABAMA
St. Thomas’, Greenville
Purchased by Warranty Deed property located at 2164 Luverne Highway,
Greenville, AL 36037 (long legal description) on May 26, 2011. Property to be used as
the rectory for St. Thomas’, Greenville.
Kit Caffey, Registrar-Historiographer
REPORT OF THE ALABAMA ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTANT
In the year 2011, in the State of Alabama, architectural consultation with church
parishes was not required.
Bruce D. Knodel, AIA
Architectural Consultant (Alabama)
REPORT OF THE FLORIDA ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTANT
It has been my pleasure and privilege to be a consultant for the Episcopal Diocese
of the Central Gulf Coast over the past several years. However, there have been no
requests for representation or review to report.
Kenneth H. Woolf
Architectural Consultant (Florida)
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REPORTS OF THE BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS OF THE DIOCESE
REPORT OF THE BECKWITH BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The central message out of Beckwith this year is "Thank you!" This past year has
been a positive and productive year, as well as a year during which Beckwith and its
Board and Staff have continued to be challenged from a bottom line financial
standpoint.
Beckwith wants to note the support received this past year from the Bishop, the
Diocesan ECW and Altar Guild, the Brotherhood of St. Andrew, the Commission of
Finance and the Standing Committee. Thank you all!
Beckwith has been blessed with a full year of Canon Massey Gentry’s leadership
as interim Director of Operations. Thank you Massey! Under his leadership and with
the support of his Staff and the Board of Directors, Beckwith has worked hard in 2011,
and will try harder in 2012, to reduce operating expenses while at the same time
continuing to provide motivated ministry to the parishes and communities of our
diocese and to both maintain and improve the campus and facilities. Beckwith is also
working hard identifying and developing long term goals, including improved and
more efficient operations, marketing and program development. Thank you Staff and
Board of Directors!
Summer Camp was a success and exceeded our numerical projections. Financial
assistance from many of you via individual scholarships and gifts has been a wonderful
testimony to your support for this ministry.
Beckwith does, however, have to deal with our current economy and the reality
which faces many, if not most, organizations; that reality being the fact that operating
expenses (even at a much reduced level this year) exceed the revenue we are able to
generate through our camp, retreat and other events. Recognizing that Beckwith’s
future is not only a concern of the Board of Directors and Staff but also of the greater
Diocese as a whole, the Board decided earlier in the year that the Diocese should be
involved in responding to Beckwith’s financial needs. With the blessing of the Bishop,
the Board met with the Standing Committee, presented Beckwith’s financial needs and
requested Diocesan wide assistance in meeting the challenge. The Standing Committee
responded immediately and favorably, and a Joint Committee of Board and Standing
Committee members was established and has been working actively and diligently for
much of the past year to address this challenge. Thank you again Bishop and Standing
Committee! A number of area meetings with clergy over the last several months leads
us to believe that we can expect additional income from those sources, with pledges and
donations already received from many of you. If you have not heard from us, you will!
To Beckwith’s many donors and supporters, thank you! You are essential to
Beckwith’s success and future.
The Central Gulf Coast is alive and well! Please keep Beckwith in your and your
parish’s plans and activities and endeavor whenever possible to utilize Beckwith’s
facilities.
Hodge Alves, Chair, Board of Directors
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REPORT OF THE MURRAY HOUSE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Last year, I reported that Murray House continued to struggle with resident census
and expenses. We started 2011 with seventeen residents and a $10,000 per month
negative cash flow. We also had an Executive Director and an Administrator who were
committed to success of Murray House and a clear understanding of what it would take
to get us back to break-even operation.
What a difference twelve months can make! Through the hard work of our
Executive Director, Connie Anderson, and our Administrator, Sharon Phillips, Murray
House has exceeded the Board’s expectations for 2011.
The census currently stands at thirty residents, nearly double where we started the
year. Murray House has 42 rooms, but is licensed for 64 residents. We have always had
a semi-private room rate, but have not utilized it until this year. At present, we have 6
semi-private room residents and 23 private room residents.
Murray House now offers a Respite Care plan, where the resident enjoys the
facilities and amenities of Murray House on a short-term basis. Respite care can be
used by individuals looking for a step-down transition from a hospitalization, time
away from permanent care situations, and even a “try out” of Murray House. Under
this plan, the individuals move into furnished rooms rather than bringing their own
furniture. At present, we have one Respite Care resident.
Murray House incurred significant short-term debt to underwrite the possibility
to become financially stable once again. The operating budget for 2011 was constructed
to hold expenses to a minimum and was predicated on a resident growth plan that
would bring us to break-even operation for the month of August and for the year by
September. We are pleased to report that both of these goals were bettered.
Our bettered financial situation also affords us several new opportunities. First, we
can now begin to repay the loans we have taken, while still keeping a cushion for
unexpected expenses. Second, we can now afford to seriously look into the possibilities
and requirements to add a second level of licensure to the facility. This will require
some building modifications and consultant and state fees. Previously, we were in no
position to do this, even though we believed it to be a direction we should follow.
Finally, we are able to open our doors and our hearts to residents with very limited
funds, providing them with a home that they can be proud of. We believe this is part
of our call as Christians and as a Mission Agency of the Episcopal Diocese of the Central
Gulf Coast
The creation of Murray House was financed through a bond issue. We have
received word that the initiating bank no longer wishes to continue this business;
therefore we will be investigating refinancing of the bonds during this year.
The Rev. Thomas Heard
President, Board of Directors
REPORT OF THE WILMER HALL BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Wilmer Hall Children's Home was founded in 1864 by Bishop Richard Wilmer as
a home for children in need. One hundred and forty-six years later Wilmer Hall
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continues to care for children in need by providing a warm, loving and nurturing home
where children can live, learn and grow, both physically and spiritually.
Sally Greene, Executive Director, along with the Board, continue to implement cost
reduction measures through effective management of staff and operations. In addition,
we have been successful in our fund raising and grant writing efforts. The board and
staff appreciate the continued funding from the Diocese as this is one of our few sources
of fixed income.
The house parent model continues to be a very positive influence for our children.
It is a joy to watch our children participate and enjoy experiences that they have not had
the opportunity to do before coming to live at Wilmer Hall. Our house parents and staff
have made a dramatic difference in our efforts to return Wilmer Hall to a Christian
home for children in need. They are teaching the children Christian morals and values
while emphasizing the importance of education, personal character and integrity.
In 2010, we completed the exterior renovations and upgrades to our cottages. This
was done under the guidance and supervision of board member John Witherington.
In November 2010 we were able to begin the interior renovations to Murray Cottage for
the expansion of our Transitional Living Program. This work should be completed
within the next 4-6 weeks. All of the money needed for this work has been raised
through the generosity of individuals and foundations.
We continue to reach out to the community by partnering with other local agencies
such as Penelope House, YMCA and the Mobile County Public School System’s
Coalition for Homeless Teens in an effort to combine talent and resources to benefit
children in need.
One of our biggest challenges is to continue finding new methods of funding
through grants, parishes, individual donors and community support. We have been
very successful in this area as well as having successful fund raisers, appeals and
events. In November 2009 we launched Wilmer Hall’s Legacy Foundation. Our
supporters and donors were asked to pledge $1000 per year to assist with the
operational expenses. This campaign has been extremely successful and we welcome
anyone who is interested in becoming a Legacy member! We encourage our parishes
throughout the diocese to support this very vital ministry by becoming a part of the
Legacy Foundation.
Our children continue to thrive. They are doing well in school as well as their
extra-curricular activities – football, choir, piano and gymnastics. It is amazing to
witness what these children can accomplish when given a safe home to live in
surrounded by people who love and support them. This past year has been a very
positive one for Wilmer Hall and with the continued generosity and support of our
diocese we will continue this very special ministry God has called us to do.
Charles Houser, Chair, Board of Directors
REPORT OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The University of the South is home to both an outstanding liberal arts college and
a seminary of the Episcopal Church. Located atop the Cumberland Plateau between
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Nashville and Chattanooga, Tenn., Sewanee's 13,000-acre campus, the second largest
campus in the United States, provides vast opportunities for research, recreation, and
reflection. Within the traditionally strong curriculum of humanities, sciences, and
graduate theological studies, Sewanee faculty members promote intellectual growth,
critical thinking, and hands-on research. According to its mission statement, Sewanee
“is an institution of the Episcopal Church dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge,
understanding, and wisdom in close community and in full freedom of inquiry, and
enlightened by Christian faith in the Anglican tradition, welcoming individuals from
all backgrounds, to the end that students be prepared to search for truth, seek justice,
preserve liberty under law, and serve God and humanity."
The University of the South was founded by church leaders from the southeastern
United States in 1857. Sewanee is the only university in the nation that is owned and
governed by dioceses of the Episcopal Church, specifically the 28 dioceses that are
successors to the original founding dioceses. The university's Board of Trustees is
composed of the bishops of the 28 owning dioceses, together with clerical and lay
representatives elected by each diocese and representatives of other University
constituencies. The Board of Regents, to which the Board of Trustees delegates some of
its responsibilities for governance, is composed of Episcopal bishops, priests, and lay
people, and may include a limited number of members of other Christian bodies. The
Chancellor of the University, elected by the Board of Trustees, is a bishop from one of
the 28 owning dioceses. The historic ownership and governance of the university by
these Episcopal dioceses has produced a living synergy of leadership, resource, and
mutual support, enriching the Church and advancing the university’s role in American
higher education.
The current enrollment from our diocese for the College of Arts & Sciences for the
2010-2011 academic year is 30 students, 13 of whom report themselves to be
Episcopalians. School of Theology enrollment from the Diocese of Central Gulf Coast
for the 2010-2011 academic year: 4 students, 1 of whom was in the summer Advanced
Degrees Program.
Please encourage high school students and potential seminarians to go look at The
University of the South, and also consider securing a place for yourself (if you’re not
already) among its “never-failing succession of benefactors.”
Ecce quam bonum!
Eric D. Stevenson
Amy St. John Hamilton
The Rev. John H. Riggin
REPORT OF THE CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL
This makes the seventh anniversary of Christ Church, Mobile being named the
cathedral of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast. This ministry continues to be a joy
for us, and we continue to learn how best we can serve the Diocese.
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Our first event in 2011 was to host the ordination to the transitional diaconate of
Glenn Rohrer in the Cathedral Chapel on January 8th . A brief reception followed in the
Chapter House.
On March 4th , Assistant Bishop Whitmore, Diocese of Atlanta, visited and toured
the Cathedral in conjunction with his presence at the Diocesan Men’s Conference at
Beckwith Camp and Conference Center.
On Ash Wednesday, March 9th , Bishop Duncan presided at the Cathedral’s noon
service.
Dean Johnny Cook and his wife Mary attended the Dean’s Conference at Christ
Church Cathedral in Houston, Texas on May 5th - 7th . This annual conference continues
to be a source of encouragement and learning for our Cathedral.
The Sixth Annual Cathedral Celebration was held on Sunday, May 15th . The Rt.
Rev. Sam Hulsey, retired Bishop of West Texas and a great friend of the Cathedral
family preached and celebrated.
Planning for Diocesan Convention 2012 began on May 17th , with the appointment
of a core leadership team and the establishment of a schedule of planning dates and
deadlines for the year ahead. Cathedral clergy and staff met with Bishop Duncan and
Diocesan staff to lay the groundwork for this process.
During the summer months, Cathedral staff engaged in a number of programs in
Province IV and beyond that connect our Cathedral with the wider church. Canon
Gibson served as chaplain to a guest week at Kanuga Camp and Conference Center in
Hendersonville, North Carolina on July 9th - 15th . Organist/choirmaster Peggy Lyden
again attended the Church Musicians Conference at the University of the South in
Sewanee, Tennessee on July 11th - 17th . Canon Gibson once again participated in the
Anglican/Roman Catholic Dialogue in the United States in Washington, D.C. on August
21st - 24th .
Christ Church Cathedral hosted Art Soup, a fund-raise for the homeless ministry
of 15 Place, on the evening of November 18th .
On Thanksgiving Day, November 24th , Christ Church Cathedral took its once-inseven-years turn as host for the Downtown Churches Thanksgiving Service, the
offering of which this year benefitted the ministry of Family Promise to homeless
families in coastal Alabama.
Six transitional deacons were ordained at a very well attended Diocesan Cathedral
service on Wednesday, December 21st at 11:00 a.m. Each deacon was vested with a red
stole as a gift from the Cathedral Chapter. A lovely reception followed the service in
the Chapter House, presented by the Cathedral ECW.
Bishop Duncan was in residence at his apartment in Christ Church Cathedral on
nine occasions during 2011.
Cathedral clergy and lay leaders continue to serve in a number of capacities within
the Diocese. Canon Gibson serves on the Commission on Ministry, as chair of the
Commission on Liturgy, on the board of Murray House, and once again as a delegate
to the triennial General Convention to be held in 2012. Carolyn Jeffers serves as
member of the Standing Committee. Mikell Leland serves on the Wilmer Hall Board.
Carolyn Stephenson is a member of the Commission on Cursillo.
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From its beginnings as a Cathedral in 2005, Christ Church has continued to learn
how best to become a cathedral church for the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast. We
have grown in many ways, and our servant ministry has grown along with us. We ask
for the prayers of the Diocese as we continue faithfully in this ministry.
The Very Rev. Johnny W. Cook, Dean
The Rev. Canon Beverly F. Gibson, Sub-Dean
Carolyn S. Jeffers, Provost
REPORT OF THE CHURCH PENSION FUND
The following summary shows a breakdown of benefits paid in fiscal year 2011 by
the Church Pension Fund to recipients in the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast:
Number of
Beneficiaries
Annual Benefits
Retired Clergy
50
$
1,219,056
Surviving Spouses
17
$
328,400
1
$
1,731
68
$
1,549,187
Dependent Children
TOTAL
Total benefits paid throughout the whole system are shown on the following chart:
Number of
Beneficiaries
Retired Clergy
Disabled Clergy
Surviving Spouses
Dependent Children
TOTAL
Annual Benefits
6,883
$
195,273,964
459
$
13,150,171
2,576
$
49,102,186
169
$
1,060,642
10,087
$
258,586,963
The Church Pension Fund supports the continued ministry of retired clergy by
permitting clergy to receive church compensation up to a certain level each year while
continuing to receive their pension benefits. In these cases, the Fund does not require
congregations to pay the 18% assessment that would have been paid had a not-yetretired cleric been employed in that position. Even though this is a negative impact on
the Clergy Pension Plan, the Fund supports the church in these economic hardship
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times. Even though the markets have been volatile over that last couple years, the
Fund, which is a over nine billion dollars now, is certainly adequate to provide current
and future benefits for Episcopal clergy. Of course, the Bishop’s office encourages
retired clergy and surviving spouses to be in touch with them too with specific needs.
Vincent Currie, Jr.,
for The Church Pension Fund
REPORT OF THE COMMISSION ON COMMUNICATIONS
With the exception of our streaming the opening service of the 2011 Convention
online, this year in communications has been one of straight maintenance with our
online sites and news, and little more. Several goals of the Communications
Commission continue to be put on the back burner due to lack of funds and full-time
oversight. Examples of what many other dioceses in The Episcopal Church are offering
– as well as other churches in other denominations across our diocese - but are not
available in our diocese due to lack of full-time attention and oversight are:
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A website for every parish – particularly for those who do not have a site now or
wish to upgrade
E-newsletter for every parish (not a distribution list/pdf) and training
Facebook and Twitter accounts for those parishes who wish to have the newest
methods for reaching its members, visitors, and potential parishioners
Training for member volunteers or administrators on how to maintain the
resources for their parishes via online tutorials or small gatherings
An annual diocesan-wide communications resource workshop for parish leaders,
administrators, communicators, photographers who wish to learn more about how
churches can utilize the newest technology for both internal and external
communications
Video conferencing for commission meetings and other gatherings to save drive
time and fuel costs for participants who cannot physically make a meeting
A return to covering the larger events in the diocese for The Coastline, website, and
other news sources
Many of our parishes and their members struggle with new technology and do not
have a cost effective resource to move forward and make themselves and the greater
church known in their community. There is a tremendous need for education and
training of volunteers and staff in many of our parishes and missions and the
commission feels that this support should be offered by our diocese. Volunteers come
and go and the skill level varies tremendously. This work must be done by someone
who is working every day towards this goal.
The leadership of this diocese has a responsibility to provide a means for parishes
and missions to be taught the principles of effective communication so each may
substantially increase their capacity to articulate and communicate their missions to the
communicates they serve, regardless of parish size. Training should include learning
at the beginning, intermediate and advanced level, as appropriate for the resources and
experience of clergy/lay leaders in a given parish or group of parishes, and should also
include hands-on training in the use of communications media (how to offer online
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sermons, videos, etc.)
Strong, consistent communications coupled with diocesan wide technological
education is absolutely necessary for our parishes and clergy to be in community with
others both inside our parishes and in our communities outside. To reach the goals as
set forth by the Five Year Plan, a person overseeing Diocesan communications should
meet most, if not all, of the following requirements in this suggested job description:
Job description for the position of Canon for Communications (full-time)
Primary Purpose of Job:
The Communications Manager will serve as the brand voice for the Episcopal
Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, creating and maintaining all messaging and
communication materials for internal and external audiences.
Principal duties and responsibilities:
• Write copy for print materials, internal and external newsletters and website
• Oversee design and creation of event, educational and promotional materials for
parishes needing this service;
• Serve as liaison for Communications with all diocesan parishes, clergy and other
Dioceses in Episcopal Church USA and the Anglican Communion, as needed;
• Work across the diocese to ensure each parish has an online presence and trained
staff/volunteers to maintain the sites, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
• Create editorial content based on researching trends and interviewing clients;
• Maintain Episcopal Church style and branding and help parishes do the same;
• Oversee Diocesan photography, communication files;
• Assist in creating communication, online and social media plans;
• Perform other duties as directed.
Qualifications: B.A. or B.S. Degree
• A minimum of three-five years experience in communications, writing, publishing,
advertising/public relations, or related field;
• Superb writing, research, proofreading and editing skills;
• Organizational skills to coordinate and supervise multiple projects and multi-task;
• Ability to manage work against hard deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
• Analytical/critical thinker and resourceful project manager with excellent
communications skills;
• Highly skilled technologically in using InDesign, Publisher, QuarkExpress and
PhotoShop as well as Microsoft Office systems; Quality photography is a must
Thank you for your patience as we await an upturn in diocesan finances and an
eventual leadership majority who understands the power of today’s technology, the
need for continued education, and the foresight of how we can flourish on all levels the diocesan, the parish, and the individual - as we serve Christ in these intense,
technological times.
Cindy McCrory, Chair
Director of E-Communications
Website Content Manager/Coastline Editor
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REPORT OF THE COMMISSION ON CONGREGATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
no report received
REPORT OF THE COMMISSION ON CURSILLO
The Cursillo Ministry in our Diocese continues to be blessed as it strives to grow
Christ-centered leaders and to support them as they return for service to their clergy
and lay leaders in their parishes and their communities. Two wonderful
weekends were conducted in 2011 at Beckwith and three are planned for 2012.
Beckwith is known to be a special place, but it takes on even more meaning
when experienced during a Cursillo Weekend.
New this year was an event following the November 2011 Weekend called
a "Tailgate Party" or "Fourth Day Reception". The intent of this hospitality event is to
help renew that connectedness for which the Cursillo experience is known. Many
stayed to welcome the new Cursillistas, to enjoy food and drink, and to reunion with
friends from across the Diocese. We plan to hold these events following each Closing
Service. Please feel free to bring some snacks, beverages, or just show up for these great
gatherings of friends. The next Closing and Fourth Day Reception will be February 12.
In addition to appointed Commission members who represent parishes across our
Diocese, additional “functional non-voting” members have been added to assist in our
three focus areas, which are Finance, Weekend and Fourth Day. We have new
Coordinators for Music, Outside Palanca, and Communications as well as a new Fourth
Day Beacon Editor (online newsletter). Revisions to our website Coastal Pilgrims,
www.coastalpilgrims.com were completed and, we now have a Facebook page, Cursillo
in the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast.
Over the past year, we have made steady continuous progress on meeting our
goals to improve Cursillo in this Diocese. In the chapel, we are now using the new
Alleluia III songbooks and a new permanent song board which was designed,
constructed and installed by our Music Coordinator, who has also identified and
recruited more musicians to serve during Weekends and Ultreyas. In the effort to be
more fiscally and environmentally conscious, we have designed and printed Permanent
Closing Service Bulletins. There has been successful effort made in recruiting
Cursillistas from parishes around the Diocese to help support the Weekends with
supplies and financial support which eases the expenses for the weekend staff and
empowers more Diocesan participation. Staff training is being planned for 2012 to
enlarge the numbers of those wishing to serve on staff for future weekends. There has
also been an increase in congregations hosting Ultreyas, which is a great way for us to
reunion with others in the Diocese.
The Finance team has done an excellent job and for the first time in many years, we
have been in the position to adopt an official budget. A "first time staffer"
scholarship has been created and is being funded for those who wish to serve during
a weekend but who may be experiencing some temporary funding shortage. The
scholarship is named in honor of the late Fr. Sam Hardman, the clergyman who helped
bring Cursillo to our Diocese. A Lay Rector stipend has been approved to be used, if
needed, for the supplies and materials needed to ready a staff and prepare for these
spiritually rich weekends we conduct.
This ministry has been self-sustaining, without Diocesan Funds support, for the
past two years. In order for this to continue to be the case, fund raising must
continue. There are a variety of contributing opportunities available. Any member of
the Commission would be happy to discuss those options with those who are called to
support this vital, trusted ministry.
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We give special thanks to Bishop Duncan and to the Clergy who volunteer their
time and talent; to the leadership and staff of Beckwith; to the many parishes who
support this ministry with financial and other support; and, to the many Cursillistas in
our Diocese who contribute regularly and strongly to our financial needs.
Your sustaining prayers and support of the Cursillo Ministry are appreciated and
needed.
Janet Foote, Chair
REPORT OF THE COMMISSION ON DIOCESAN MISSIONS
The Commission on Diocesan Missions met four times during 2011 to make plans
for the Small Church Conference, plan the First Timers meeting, and hear the Mission
Grant Requests.
The First Timers meeting was held on February 10, 2011, at the beginning of the
Diocesan Convention. Thirty-two delegates from twenty-two congregations attended
the meeting to learn about the workings of the Diocesan Convention and information
about the Diocese. The Rev. Greg Hein, President of the Standing Committee for 2010,
gave information concerning the workings of the Standing Committee and helped
answer other questions. Thank you to Father Greg for his help.
The Small Church Conference was held on November 19, 2011. The Church of the
Epiphany, Crestview, Florida, was the host church. The Rev. Dr. David H. McDowellFleming gave information on the requirements of the Standing Committee and the
National Church, assuring that all churches are safe places. He also gave information
on the Deacon training program. He explained how small congregations might have
access to the Deacons. The Rev. Teresa Leifur gave information on visits to hospitals
and to homes by laypersons from small congregations. This is especially important for
small congregations with a part time priest. During the Round Table discussion time,
the attendees learned about Beckwith Camp and Conference Center and ways to utilize
this wonderful place from Joe Basenberg, President of the Standing Committee for 2011.
The Rev. Martha Kreamer announced that she had received the Roanridge Grant for a
“Diocesan Joint Vestry Retreat” to be held at Beckwith early in 2012. Mendy Henderson
gave a short update on the Diocesan Five Year Plan. The Commission thanks the
congregation of Epiphany for hosting the fantastic conference and thanks to all of the
participants for their contributions.
At the Mission Grant Request meeting, the Commission reviewed requests from
four Diocesan Missions and heard presentations from three of the Missions who made
the requests. After reviewing the requests and the current financial situation of the
Diocese, the Commission recommended to the Commission on Finance to allocate
$26,000.00 to help the Missions.
I want to thank all of the members of the Commission for all of their hard work
during the year. On behalf of the Commission, I would like to thank Bishop Duncan,
Vince Currie, Jennifer Barnard, Carmen Kimmons, Cindy McCrory, and all of the
Diocesan staff for all of their help and guidance.
Lynn Ferren, Chair
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REPORT OF THE
COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENT AND INTEGRITY OF CREATION
no report received
REPORT OF THE COMMISSION FOR EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN
The Commission held it annual Spring Day Away on Saturday, April 9th at St.
Francis Church in Gulf Breeze. The Rev. Christie Olsen was our wonderful speaker and
over 80 women were in attendance. This event is always well attended. Our women
were able to walk the labyrinth, have quiet time and leave renewed.
On July 29, 2011, 23 women from throughout the Diocese attended Women of
Vision at Beckwith. This is a spiritual based leadership development training program
to empower women to lead.
I have for years prayed that the Diocesan Altar Guild and the Episcopal Church
Women would come together for a yearly meeting. Last year in September with the
help of the Altar Guild President, Cecelia Lacey and the great working commission, we
were able to do this. We had growing pains but this year we gathered together at our
Fall Conference at Beckwith. Ninety-eight women from throughout the Diocese
attended the conference. We were blessed to have Beth Wilson as our speaker and the
weekend was a hugh success. One of the events with year was voting on a
Distinguished Women from our Diocese. Five women were nominated: Rosemary
Long, St. Andrew’s, Panama City; Kit Caffey, St. Paul’s, Daphne; Kathy McGee, St.
Andrew’s, Destin; Michael Baugh, St. Jude’s, Niceville; and Jerry Cotsonis, St.
Christopher’s, Pensacola. Jerry Costonis was our lucky winner and she will be honored
at the 47th Triennial meeting of The Episcopal Church in Indianapolis, Indiana in July,
2012. Mrs. Jerry will also represent the Diocese as our delegate along with Rebecca
Dyson, Elizabeth Welch and Meghan Fancher. All four women will also attend the
Forth Province ECW meeting at Kanuga in June, 2012.
I am grateful for a good commission and Rebecca Dyson, incoming President, and
especially our Standing Committee liaison, Mendy Henderson from St. Agatha’s,
DeFuniak Springs, for her help during the elections and keeping us on track with the
Five Year Plan.
Dorothy Moore, President
UNITED THANK OFFERING REPORT
As of December 31, 2011, the parishes of the Central Gulf Coast have given
offerings of $18,385.53. Other offerings in the amount of $556.50 were received from
ECW Spring Day Away and Fall Conference, offerings from ECW of Trinity,
Apalachicola, St. Michael’s, Chickasaw and St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach. Thankfully,
that makes a grand total of $18,942.03 received by United Thank Offering from the
people of the Central Gulf Coast.
In December 2011, a grant selection committee met and recommended one grant
to Bishop Duncan. This grant has been forwarded to the National UTO Committee.
Grant recipients should be notified in May.
As my six year term as your UTO Coordinator comes to an end, I would be remiss
if I did not say to Mary Poss, Carmen Kimmons and Jennifer Barnard, I will always be
THANKFUL to you for all your assistance and guidance. You are the best “team” a
diocese could ask for! I am most appreciative to Bishop Duncan for his steadfast
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support and encouragement.
Thanks to all of you in this great Diocese who continue to be faithful “depositers”
in your Blue Box. I appreciate and am thankful for you! Please remember that those
little coins are what help to fund grants around the world!
UTO Coordinator for 2012-2015 is Elizabeth Welch, her home parish is Nativity in
Dothan, Alabama.
Following is a breakdown by churches of monies received in 2011. Any monies
received after our offerings were forwarded to UTO will appear on next years report.
Congregation
Amount
Congregation
Amount
Apalachicola
Trinity
268.71
Mobile
Christ Cathedral
277.00
Atmore
St. Anna’s
200.00
Mobile
Good Shepherd
214.80
Bon Secour
St. Peter’s
177.11
Niceville
St. Jude’s
Chickasaw
St. Michael’s
Panama City
Holy Nativity
556.91
Coden
St. Mary’s
458.24
Pensacola
Christ Church
3,039.00
Daphne
St. Paul’s
4,069.65
Pensacola
Holy Cross
DeFuniak Spr
St. Agatha’s
37.85
Pensacola
St. Christopher’s
3,163.20
Destin
St. Andrew’s
490.04
ECW
Fall at Beckwith
121.50
Dothan
Nativity
622.00
ECW
Trinity,
Apalachicola
25.00
Enterprise
Epiphany
21.70
ECW
St. Michael’s,
Chickasaw
55.00
Foley
St. Paul’s
218.04
ECW
St. Simon’s,
FWB
300.00
Greenville
St. Thomas
952.16
ECW
Spring Day
Away
55.00
Gulf Breeze
St. Francis
Laguna Bch
St. Thomas
64.36
68.77
870.49
2,135.75
480.75
TOTAL
18,942.03
Total for 2008 - $22,193.11; 2009 - $15,352.40; 2010 - $17,881.30
Jane Briscione, UTO Coordinator
REPORT OF THE
COMMISSION ON LITURGY, MUSIC, AND ECCLESIASTICAL ARTS
The work of the Commission on Liturgy and the Allied Arts this year has been to
prepare the liturgies for the 41st Annual Convention of the Diocese, to be held at Christ
Church Cathedral, Mobile. The Commission Chair has worked in conjunction with
Cathedral Dean, The Very Reverend Johnny W. Cook, Cathedral organist/choirmaster
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Peggy Lyden to coordinate worship plans with Bishop Duncan.
The Rev. Canon Beverly F. Gibson, Chair
REPORT OF THE COMMISSION ON MINISTRY
The Commission on Ministry has two primary responsibilities. The first is to assist
individuals in their response to God's call to ministry. In particular, the Commission
seeks to support those who are discerning a call to ordained ministry. The second
responsibility is to advise the Bishop, when requested, in matters concerning
discernment and formation.
In this diocese, individuals called to ordained ministry may follow one of two
separate paths. One path is for those who are called to the Priesthood. In general, this
process includes a period of seminary education. At present, seminarians from this
diocese are enrolled at the General Theological Seminary, the Seminary of the
Southwest, the University of the South, and Virginia Theological Seminary.
In addition to those currently attending seminary, ten individuals from this diocese
were approved as Postulants. Of these ten, two were already enrolled in Seminary and
will graduate in the Spring of 2013; one was accepted into Seminary and began in the
fall of 2011; the remaining seven expect to begin Seminary in the Fall of 2012. A Canon
10 Candidate (previously ordained in another tradition) began Seminary in the Fall of
2011 as a 1-year student. Five senior seminarians and the one Canon 10 Candidate,
were ordained to the Transitional Diaconate in December 2011.
The other pathway to ordination is the Diocesan School for Deacons. The School,
under the direction of the Bishop and supervised by the Commission, was established
in 2008. This program of formation prepares persons who are called to be Deacons.
The process includes a period of discernment and at least 24 months of instruction. The
ordination of the first graduating class to complete this program, was part of the
Opening Service at the 2011 Convention. A new Deacon’s School class began in January
of 2012. There were four individuals approved as Postulants to begin the second Class
of the Diocesan School for Deacons.
Discernment for those called to the Priesthood and for those called to the Diaconate
requires participation by many from the community, as the individuals prayerfully seek
God's direction for their lives. The Commission is grateful for the willingness of so
many within this diocese to support and assist those who are examining their call to
ordained ministry.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the Commission,
Mary R. Poss, Secretary to the Bishop
REPORT FROM THE SCHOOL FOR DEACONS
The School for Deacons is supervised by the Commission on Ministry and under
the direction of the Bishop. This two-year formation program is designed to prepare
postulants for the diaconate for their life as deacons. For admission to the School,
students must have completed discernment and have been accepted as postulants for
ordination.
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A group of four postulants have just begun their studies in the School for Deacons.
This is the second class to start the school. At the completion of their studies in
December, 2013, we expect that they will be ordained Deacon at the Diocesan
Convention of 2014.
The Rev. Thomas Head, Coordinator
REPORT OF THE DIOCESAN FRESH START PROGRAM
Fresh Start is a diocesan-wide program resource for new clergy and clergy who are
in transition into new congregations. Fresh Start is designed to capitalize on the
opportunities for clergy and congregational growth and development that research has
shown are uniquely present at the time of and following clergy ordination and clergy
transition into a new congregation. Experience with the Fresh Start program has
demonstrated the power of this resource to: ease and provide assistance in dealing with
transitional issues that can face clergy and congregations following arrival of a new
clergy person; sharpen congregational development skills; provide for strengthening
of supportive collegial relationships between clergy; promote improved clergy wellness;
and deepen the sense of trust and interconnectedness between clergy, their
congregations, other congregations and clergy persons of the diocese and the Bishop
and Bishop’s Office.
In the early 1990s The Episcopal Church began conversations focusing on
transitions-ministry concepts. Out of these conversations through the Episcopal Church
Foundation’s Cornerstone, the Office for Ministry Development, and the Church
Deployment Office, Fresh Start emerged. In June, 2000 Fresh Start was launched as a
national program. In 2005 a comprehensive evaluation of Fresh Start was conducted,
and in 2007 the lead agency function and role was assigned to CREDO Institute, Inc. At
that time the Fresh Start organization was restructured and the curriculum was revised
and rewritten .
The Fresh Start program began in the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast on January
16, 2003, at St. Andrew’s by-the-Sea, Destin, with sessions continuing monthly, on the
third Thursday of each month. The program’s venue changed to the Diocesan Office
Duvall Center in September, 2007 and continues to be held there. The program is an
18 month program required by the Bishop for all clergy who are in transition whether
the transition is within or from outside the diocese. As additional clergy persons are
ordained, come into the diocese or transition between congregations within the diocese
following the initiation of the Fresh Start program, they are automatically enrolled as
participants in the Fresh Start process, as a matter of diocesan deployment policy.
Other clergy of the diocese, including non-parochial and Interim clergy, are also being
encouraged to participate in Fresh Start to gain the benefits of the learning experience
and collegial clergy community the program offers and to offer their experience, gifts,
talents and insights to their sisters and brothers who are in the process of transition. At
least one person from the Bishop’s Office participates in each Fresh Start session.
Each session begins at 10:00 a.m. and includes an opportunity for community
worship, presentation and discussion of one of the Fresh Start “learning modules.”
Facilitated by a specially trained diocesan Fresh Start team, each Fresh Start session is
designed to promote relationships among the participants and better integrate the
clergy in transition into the diocese, their congregations, and the clergy community by
creating strong, mutually supportive clergy relationships and providing useful tools
and opportunities to sharpen their relational and congregational development skills.
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We are blessed to have access to such an important wellness program in this
diocese. With the continued support of the Bishop and Bishop’s staff, the people and
clergy of the entire diocese, Fresh Start will continue to generate significant benefits to
all clergy and congregations in the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast.
The Fresh Start Committee of Facilitators are: The Rev. Steve Bates, The Rev.
Norman Bray, and Dr. Salem G. Saloom.
Dr. Salem Saloom, Coordinator
REPORT OF THE
COMMISSION ON PEACE AND JUSTICE/RACIAL RECONCILIATION
no report received
REPORT OF THE COMMISSION ON PLANNED GIVING AND
STEWARDSHIP
During the year 2011, the Commission had a number of activities designed to raise
awareness of what is available for each parish to expand their stewardship and planned
giving. At the Diocesan Convention, several sessions were included on both
Stewardship and Planned Giving. Two sessions were held on Planned Giving and
Endowment Planning for Parishes and two sessions were lead by The Rev. Rusty
Goldsmith on the Alabama Plan of Stewardship.
After the Convention, a training seminar was set up to train trainers in the
Alabama Plan. The first session was in May and the second was at Beckwith Camp and
Conference Center. Both sessions were lead by The Rev. Rusty Goldsmith. As a result,
there are a number of trained leaders in the Alabama Plan of Stewardship available for
parishes in the Diocese. Several parishes have already taken advantage of this
opportunity and we have more leaders available.
Also through the year, Episcopal Foundation made available training on the
internet. Through the next year, we would urge parishes to make use of this type of
training.
Obviously, every parish lives on its stewardship. Each parish must develop its
mission in terms of time and talent available. Only with a clear use and expansion of
time and talent from each parish does the treasure expand. Most modern
commentators on Stewardship explain that it must be tied to an expanding mission of
the church which brings in new members.
The Commission on Planned Giving and Stewardship stands ready to provide
assistance and support, when requested.
James Anderson, Chair
REPORT OF THE COMMISSION ON PRISON MINISTRY
The Commission on Prison Ministry continues to be guided, governed, encouraged,
and inspired by the words of Jesus in Matthew 25; “when I was in prison, you came to
me-in as much as you did it unto one of the least, you did it unto me.” We understand
our mission to be to do all that we can to encourage, enable, and foster the involvement
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of every congregation in our diocese in some expression of prison ministry, some
response to our Lord in the least of his beloved in prison, their families, those being
released to their communities, and the victims of their actions, and their families.
With that in mind, we developed, and continue to promote the revised Diocesan
Cycle of Prayer to be used in Saturday/Sunday Worship. Our goal is to have every
congregation involved in prayer, and to inform and foster other prison ministry
opportunities that may include involvement in visitation, correspondence, centering
prayer, Kairos, hospitality for families of those incarcerated, re-entry/transition from
prison back into our communities, support for educational programs within prison,
advocacy for humane conditions where needed, and compassion for the children of
those incarcerated.
St. Dismas Mission Station of Fountain Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama
continues to gather each week for Holy Eucharist and Bible Study, averaging 15 men.
The congregation at L.I.F.E. Tech Transitional Center in Thomasville, Alabama now
averages 75 men in worship two Sundays a month, and men there have been baptized
recently and are preparing for confirmation.
We have created regulations, approved by our bishop and the bishop of Alabama,
for Episcopal ministry in Alabama prisons, and submitted them to the Department of
Corrections.
We rejoice in the prison ministries that presently exist in our diocese involving
members of our churches in Mobile, Pensacola, Troy, Marianna, Monroeville, Fort
Walton Beach, Destin, Niceville, DeFuniak Springs, and will provide that information
at our convention display. We look forward to the day when we all share in the
glorious, difficult, controversial, challenging, and life changing opportunities we are
given to be with Jesus, to serve him and to love with him those who are in prison.
The Rev. Bob Graves, Chair
REPORT OF THE COMMISSION ON WORLD MISSION
During the calendar year, 2011, the Commission on World Missions met three
times. Having continuity in membership attributed greatly to the efficiency and
expediency of the Commission’s Outreach Plan.
The first Commission meeting was scheduled for April 4th , but was cancelled due
to conflicts in members schedules. This meeting was rescheduled twice. The chair
dislocated her shoulder in May, followed by the Medical Team leader falling during the
Medical Mission to the Dominican Republic in June. The Commission on World
Mission’s may have gotten off to a late start, but the Teams were up and running.
The Construction Team, led by Geary Gaston from Trinity, Mobile, spent a week
in March, building church pews in San Andreas. This was followed by a small Medical
Team, led by Keith Green from St. Simon’s, Fort Walton Beach, going to the Dominican
Republic in June.
The purpose of the meeting was to review the work done in the year 2010 and to
plan for the year 2011. By the time we finally met in October, our work was done and
we were off to look at 2012. We began with a deficit of $37,000 yet our goals were met.
The work done to raise funds, by individual team members is remarkable. The
generosity of churches and members throughout the Diocese are commendable. We
could not do the work without the help of everyone throughout the Diocese. Mission
work completed during the calendar year 2011 was:
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Medical Team to the Dominican Republic, led by Keith Green
Construction Team to San Andreas led by Geary Gaston
A on-site visit to Jalonga, to re-teach the people how to use and manage their
water purification system.
• A Mission presentation to St. Paul’s in Daphne, Alabama.
• A second meeting with St. Paul’s, Mobile to assist in a Medical Mission to
Dominican Republic.
• A small group worked with Habitat for Humanity and installed flooring.
At the request of the Standing Committee, churches, within the Diocese, were
contacted last year, by Commission members, who offered to do presentations on
Mission Outreach, St. Paul’s was the only church who replied to the offer.
Plans for the year 2012, are already in motion. We currently have two Teams
prepared to leave for the Dominican Republic on March 4th .
Florence Crawford, Chair
REPORT OF THE COMMISSION ON YOUNG ADULT/CAMPUS MINISTRY
no report received
REPORT OF THE COMMISSION ON YOUTH MINISTRIES
no report received
REPORTS OF THE DIOCESAN COORDINATORS
REPORT OF THE ADDICTION AND RECOVERY COORDINATOR
As a commission of one, my primary function is to be available to disseminate
information as requested. My limited observations are that we often don’t take these
issues very seriously until we ourselves become victims of these dreaded diseases.
Even at a recent clergy conference, the directive to make an alternative beverage
available was overlooked. Not only do alcoholics need alternatives but those who
suffer from diabetes are also put in a compromising position. I know it is not
intentional but our lack of attention to the needs of our brothers and sisters puts them
in a position that could be harmful to their health. I hope we will take the directives of
our National Church and our Diocese more seriously. May God bless us all in this
ministry to those who suffer from addiction and guide us as we assist in their (and my)
recovery.
The Rev. Chris Coats, Coordinator
REPORT OF THE BROTHERHOOD OF ST. ANDREW COORDINATOR
no report received
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REPORT OF THE CONFLICT TRANSFORMATION TEAM COORDINATOR
no report received
REPORT OF THE DIOCESAN ALTAR GUILD COORDINATOR
no report received
REPORT OF THE DISASTER PREPAREDNESS & RESPONSE COORDINATOR
It has been an active year for Disaster Preparedness and Response. The Diocese’s
Disaster Relief trailer was deployed to Tuscaloosa and North Alabama after the
tornadoes in April. The trailer continues to be used in the relief effort in North
Alabama.
Bishop Duncan appointed David Brady (All Saints, Mobile) as the Diocesan
Coordinator for Disaster Preparedness and Response and charged him with the
responsibility of developing and implementing a plan to assist each parish or mission
congregation to be prepared for the next Disaster.
The Diocese has been divided in to five regions with each region having a Regional
Disaster Coordinator. The Regional Coordinators are responsible for coordinating with
their parishes or missions to assist them to develop a Disaster Plan to meet the
congregation’s individual needs. The Regional Coordinators will also act as a liaison
to the Diocese in case of an actual disaster. The Regional Coordinators have attended
a Disaster Preparedness workshop at the Diocesan office. Additional Disaster
Preparedness training for the parishes and missions will be available at 2012
Convention and will conducted by Katie Mears, Program Manager for the USA Disaster
and Preparedness with the Episcopal Relief and Development in New York.
Will English (All Saints, Mobile), John Howard Wilson, Jr. (St. Paul’s, Daphne),
Michael Hardin (Christ Church, Pensacola), Danny Ray (St. Jude’s, Niceville), and
Mints McGowin (St. Thomas, Greenville) have agreed to sever as Regional Disaster
Coordinators.
• Region 1 consists of Mobile County; Will English will be the Regional
Coordinator.
• Region 2 consists of Baldwin County; John Howard Wilson, Jr will be the
Regional Coordinator.
• Region 3 consists of Escambia (FL) and Santa Rosa Counties; Michael Hardin
will be the Regional Coordinator.
• Region 4 consists of Okaloosa, Walton, Jackson, Washington, Bay, and Gulf
Counties; Danny Ray will be the Regional Coordinator.
• Region 5 consists of Clarke, Monroe, Escambia (AL), Butler, Covington, Troy
Barbour, Coffee, Dale, and Houston Counties; Mints McGowin will be the
Regional Coordinator
Eugene Johnston, Assisting Coordinator
REPORT OF THE ECUMENICAL OFFICER FOR ALABAMA
no report received
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REPORT OF THE ECUMENICAL OFFICER FOR FLORIDA
In the 1980s, leaders from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Southeastern Synod, the Episcopal Diocese of Alabama, the Episcopal Diocese of the
Central Gulf Coast, the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Mobile, and the Roman Catholic
Diocese of Birmingham established the annual LARC Conference (Lutherans,
Anglicans, and Roman Catholics) to explore their shared commitment to partner in
justice and social issues. The conference was an occasion to learn and cherish more
deeply what is held in common by all three denominations. Responsibility for the
conference is shared on a rotating basis among the denominations. Episcopalians were
responsible for the 2011 conference. According to custom, the 2011 conference was once
again held in Montgomery, Alabama.
On Monday evening, November 7th , bishops of the Lutheran, Anglican and Roman
Catholic churches and their ecumenical officers met for dinner and conversation at the
Episcopal Church of the Holy Comforter in Montgomery. The following day, Tuesday,
November 8th , the conference was held at Saint John’s Episcopal Church in
Montgomery. The featured speaker of the conference was the Very Reverend Thomas
Ferguson, until recently the Ecumenical and Interreligious Officer for The Episcopal
Church and now the Dean of Bexley Hall Seminary in Columbus, Ohio. Dean
Ferguson’s presentation was inspired by Walter Cardinal Kasper who has written of
the need to “harvest the fruits” of the ecumenical dialogues of the last 40 years. So much
has been accomplished and agreed on in these dialogues that they must not be forgotten
amid the current challenges of the ecumenical movement. Dean Ferguson spoke of
these agreements as a base from which our ecumenical dialogues can continue to bear
fruit in the years to come. The day concluded with one of the highlights of the annual
conference, the Bishops’ Panel when the bishops hold a very candid forum during
which they comment on the presentation by the speaker and the state of ecumenical
relations.
The 2012 LARC Conference will be hosted by the Southeastern Synod of the
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America on October 29th and 30th at a location in
Montgomery to be announced.
The Rev. Joseph A. Hagberg, Ecumenical Officer
REPORT OF THE EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY] COORDINATOR
no report received
REPORT OF THE EPISCOPAL COMMUNITY COORDINATOR
January 15th was the one year anniversary of the chartering of the first Circles of
The Episcopal Community in The Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast: Mary Martha
Circle, Holy Nativity, Panama City, Florida; St. Agatha’s Circle, St Agatha’s, DeFuniak
Springs, Florida; and St. Andrew’s Circle, St. Andrew’s, Panama City, Florida. The
Three Circles and the Diocesan Gathering were instituted by The Right Reverend Philip
Duncan, Bishop of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast and National Chaplain of The
Episcopal Community in a service at St. Andrew’s, Panama City. Additional members
were installed at a weekend Retreat at Beckwith in May 2011 with two members being
installed by Skype. Both installations were attended by members of the national Circle
of Leadership of The Episcopal Community.
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The Episcopal Community began in February 2010 when a group of visionary
women met at the Cathedral of St. Philip in Atlanta, Georgia and approved Bylaws for
the formation of a community life and organization based on living into the Baptismal
Covenant more fully and living intentionally according to a Rule of Life. Nancy Young,
a member of the National Circle of Leadership of The Episcopal Community and
Coordinator for the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, was one of those early planners
and led the original groups in the six month preparation for membership. The
preparation period includes a study of the principles of the Benedictine Rule of Life
(using the book St. Benedict’s Toolbox), the development of a personal Rule of Life, and
a period of living according to that Rule. Each prospective member is assigned a
spiritual mentor during the preparation/discernment period. The Rev. Dr. Margaret
Shepard serves as Diocesan Chaplain.
Nancy Young, Coordinator
REPORT OF THE EPISCOPAL RELIEF & DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
Episcopal Relief & Development (ERD) spent a great amount of time and resources
work to assist those who suffered from natural disasters. In January, this year a report
was issued on the one year anniversary on the earthquake in Haiti. This was met with
immense interest in our diocese as many parishes and individuals contributed to the
relief effort. This work will continue for many years and people from our diocese have
and participate.
In 2011, many disasters took place and Episcopal Relief & Development was there
to support those affected. In March, an earthquake and tsunami struck Japan. In April,
tornadoes occurred in the Southeast, including the Diocese of Alabama. In August,
Hurricane Irene struck the East coast. These and many disasters Episcopal Relief &
Development ministered to those in need in the name of the Episcopal Church.
In May, Beckwith Camp and Conference Center hosted a three day workshop for
28 Diocesan disaster coordinators. This allowed coordinators from across the southeast
to come together and exchange ideas. Episcopal Relief & Development has developed
a US Disaster Program’s which will help dioceses and congregations plan for and
respond to natural disasters. This program was shared with the participants. The US
Disaster Program also publishes a regular e-newsletter called Lamplight.
In the last quarter of the year, the Diocesan Coordinator, working with parishes,
reconstituted the Parish Representative Program. Parish Representatives are appointed
by their rector to be the spokesperson for Episcopal Relief & Development in the
congregation. The Parish Representative will meet with his/her parish’s clergy to map
out a plan to promote Episcopal Relief & Development on a regular basis and encourage
support by and through various parish organizations. Currently, we have parish
representatives in 54 parishes.
Finally, in the packet of every convention participant there is a Lenten Devotional.
Co-authored by a group of Episcopal Church leaders from a variety of backgrounds and
perspectives, this year’s devotional booklet focuses on how Christians can work to
promote health and fight disease while preparing their own lives for healing during the
Lenten season.
Eugene Johnston, Coordinator
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REPORT OF THE INTERFAITH OFFICER FOR ALABAMA
no report received
REPORT OF THE INTERFAITH OFFICER FOR FLORIDA
no report received
REPORT OF THE MEN’S CONFERENCE COORDINATOR
Over thirty men of the Central Gulf Coast met at Beckwith Camp and Conference
Center on March 4 - 6, 2011 for the thirtieth annual Men’s Conference. The Rt. Rev.
Keith Whitmore, Assisting Bishop of Atlanta, mentored lively discussion on Why We
Whisper the E Word, Evangelism. This year, we are delighted that our Presiding Bishop,
The Most Rev. Katherine Jefferts Schori will celebrate the closing Eucharist of the
conference and stay to meet and answer participants’ questions. The theme of this
year’s conference to be held at Beckwith Camp and Conference Center, March 2-4, 2012,
will be Remembrance and will be led by The Rev. Neal Goldsborough, Rector of Christ
Church, Pensacola, and The Rev. Don Smith, Associate Rector of St. James’, Fairhope.
Charlie Roose will again provide the music for the conference, but The Rev. Tim Backus
of Christ Church, Pensacola will lead a special Saturday night Taize service. The
purpose of the conference is to “offer faith, direction and encouragement to men
wishing a closer relationship with our Lord in the company of other men of the
Diocese.” Brochures about the event are at all parishes, and we encourage you men to
bring a friend and join in the fun, fellowship and study at Beckwith, but register early
since we expect space at Beckwith will be limited due to the visit by the Presiding
Bishop.
Dick Hooper, Coordinator
REPORT OF THE MILITARY CHAPLAINS COORDINATOR
no report received
REPORT OF THE “OPERATION REDESIGN” FACILITATOR
As the designated facilitator for implementation of the Five Year Plan, consultation
services have been offered to clergy and congregations (CCs) and to commissions,
coordinators, agencies and boards (CCABs) of the Diocese. Two church vestries, three
commissions, one coordinator, one agency and one small group within a church have
utilized these services.
Self Evaluation Reports were solicited via memorandum from the Bishop to each
of the above groups (with repeated reminders) but response has been poor to date with
only five CCABs and 20 clergy or congregations responding. Some responses indicate
a lack of understanding of the plan or the evaluation process. Data in the form of
grouped scores have been shared with the Bishop and Standing Committee for CCs and
individually for each the CCABs reporting, but with the poor response rate the data
may not be truly representative of the progress we are or are not making together.
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The poor rate of return on the Self Evaluation Reports make it difficult to evaluate
whether the Diocese as a whole is moving forward to accomplish the outcomes
specified as needed to address problems noted by the Special Committee to Study the
Diocese, the visions established by the Standing Committee or the resolutions passed
by the General Convention in 2009. It is also difficult to assess whether the CCABs are
functional and whether they are contributing at all toward accomplishment of the plan
approved in Convention in 2010 or even toward their own goals.
Assistance in the form of telephone or personal consultation is available to all
groups and can be adjusted to the amount of time they have available. This is the first
time the Diocese as a whole has attempted to work individually as well as collectively
toward selected common goal in a Five Year Plan. Because the project has great
potential for creating some degree of unity within the Diocese (if all will participate to
the extent of their capabilities). I really enjoy assisting groups to be a part of the process
and I am ready to go where ever invited.
Melinda C. Henderson, Facilitator
REPORT OF THE PARISH NURSE NETWORKING GROUP
The purpose of the Parish Nurse Networking Group (PNNG) is to promote and
support health ministries in local congregations and to provide information, advice and
on-going support to nurses who want to use their talents and professional training in
ministry to parishioners and the larger community.
In 2011, the PNNG communicated mostly via e-mail and telephone, with one faceto-face gathering held at Beckwith Camp and Conference Center in the fall. The
meeting was held at the ECW/Altar Guild Conference on October 1st. To encourage
attendance and add value, the PNNG offered three Continuing Education classes for
nurses in conjunction with the meeting. Tuition for these classes enabled the parish
nurses to make a donation of $160 to Beckwith.
Consultation was provided to two churches interested in starting parish nursing
ministries: Grace Church, Panama City Beach and St. Paul’s, Mobile. Representatives
from the group also spoke about parish nursing and health ministry at the Spring
Clergy Conference.
The PNNG remains a loose-knit group that responds where there is need. At the
meeting in January, 2012, it is hoped we can establish a leadership model that will
facilitate further growth and accomplishment.
Scotti Dixon, Assisting Coordinator
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REPORT OF THE RETREATS AND SPIRITUAL DIRECTION COORDINATORS
The 2011 Annual Post Easter Silent Retreat was held at Visitation Monastery in
Mobile, Alabama, April 28th - 30th . The retreat facilitator was Beth Wilson and the
theme of the retreat was Living Life Abundantly. Fourteen people responded to the call
to “come away to a quiet place” in order to experience more deeply the presence and
peace of the Risen Christ during this first week of the Great Fifty Days! The upcoming
dates for this retreat are April 12-14, 2012. We are hoping in the near future to offer
more retreats and quiet days at various locations throughout the Diocese.
Pat Horn
The Rev. Marshall Craver
The Rev. Margaret Shepard
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BUDGET AND FINANCIAL REPORTS
Diocesan Budget 2011-2012
INCOME
INCOME
Parishes and Missions
Parishes/Missions(Redirected)
Total Parishes and Missions
CLF Interest Income
Theological Education Funds
Hicks Trust
Bishop's Fund
Edmundson Fund
McMaster Fund
Miscellaneous Income
Happening Reserve
TOTAL INCOME
Budget 2011
1,066,816
71,210
1,138,026
25,000
Actual 2011
Budget 2012
1,125,820
1,061,758
84,629
48,504
1,210,449
1,110,262
25,000
35,000
10,000
10,869
10,500
11,000
12,000
7,000
15,416
6,500
12,000
$1,175,026
$1,261,734
$1,202,262
.
DISBURSEMENTS
OUTREACH
Dom. & For. Missionary Soc.
Beckwith Camp & Conf. Cntr
Wilmer Hall
Murray House
Mission Operations
Deputies to Gen. Convention
Deputies to Triennial
Deputies to Synod
Province IV Quota
University of the South
Lambeth Conference
World Mission
Millenium Development Goals
TOTAL OUTREACH
Budget 2011
106,380
117,500
117,500
50,000
18,000
10,000
3,000
1,500
4,643
10,000
1,200
10,000
7,447
$457,170
Actual 2011
Budget 2012
112,582
106,176
117,500
117,500
117,500
117,500
50,000
32,500
21,019
38,000
10,000
10,000
3,000
3,000
692
1,500
4,643
4,330
10,000
10,000
1,200
1,200
10,000
10,000
7,881
7,432
$466,017
$459,138
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DISBURSEMENTS, CONTINUED
PROGRAM
Seminarians
Commission on Ministry
Ordinations
Retreats & Spiritual Direction
Youth Ministries
Young Adults
Resource Center
Education for Ministry
Clergy Conferences
Com for Episc Church Women
Comm/Comm - Other
Coastline/ Communications
Diocesan Convention
Journal of the Convention
Medical & Life Insurance
Liability Insurance
Diocesan Bond
Turner Fund Loan
TOTAL PROGRAM
Budget 2011
30,511
1,620
1,410
1,000
10,000
2,500
100
1,500
2,500
5,000
5,000
5,000
2,500
1,000
44,138
13,554
860
0
$128,193
Actual 2011
Budget 2012
26,948
60,497
3,384
3,926
1605
1,477
-182
0
6,485
1,500
1,405
1,400
100
100
1,500
1,500
138
9,000
5,000
6,637
8,394
8,675
592
600
2,616
5,000
292
1,000
44,579
36,124
13,625
13,928
860
869
0
0
$117,343
$152,233
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DISBURSEMENTS, CONTINUED
ADMINISTRATIVE
Budget 2011
Bishop - Salary & Allowance
117,336
Pension
21,120
Administrator - Salary
67,667
Pension
13,533
Deployment Consultants
6,600
Financial Secretary-Salary
44,843
Pension
8,969
Bishop's Secretary - Salary
38,410
Pension
7,682
Administrative Secretary - Salary
27,902
Pension
5,580
Coord. for Youth Min. - Salary
14,000
Pension
2,800
Coor. for Communication Director
20,000
Social Security
16,281
Bishop's Travel
21,000
Staff travel - reimbursement
6,000
Medical & Life Insurance 65,868
Diocesan office maintenance
18,000
Reserve - major maintenance
0
Office expense, suppl & equip
37,000
Diocesan Office Insurance
6,450
Automobile
4,000
Audit
17,000
Workers Compensation Insurance
1,622
Miscellaneous
Total ADMINISTRATIVE
589,663
Total income
$1,175,026
Total expenses
$1,175,026
Surplus/(Deficit)*
$0
Actual 2011
Budget 2012
120,336
120,856
21,120
21,754
70,667
69,697
13,533
13,939
6,541
6,600
47,360
46,188
8,969
9,238
39,812
39,562
7,682
7,912
29,274
28,739
5,580
5,748
4,667
9,000
933
0
20,500
20,600
14,852
16,355
18,309
21,000
3,682
6,000
63,662
62,276
16,116
18,000
0
0
35,638
37,000
6,450
6,514
4,775
5,000
17,000
17,500
1,131
1,413
578,590
$1,261,734
$1,161,950
$99,784
590,891
1,202,262
1,202,262
$0
* The Standing Committee Balanced the 2011 Budget by putting surplus funds
into the Quigley Fund.
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NARRATIVE FOR THE 2011 DIOCESAN BUDGET
Unrestricted Income from Congregations was $1,125,820 compared to
$1,125,853 pledged, or about right on target! However, at the time the Diocesan budget
was prepared the known pledges were less than that and past experience called for a
discount of the known pledges. After the Diocesan Convention, after the Diocesan
budget was adopted, five congregations reported their final pledge for 2011 which
created an increase in pledged Income of about $42,000. In addition, Restricted Income
was $84,629 or $13,000 more than budgeted, and the Diocese had $15,000 in
Miscellaneous Income, creating a $90,000 more Income than originally budgeted. In
addition, there were savings in the Expense side of the budget: Seminarians,
Coastline/Communications, and Youth Coordinator, who resigned in April. The
combination of additional income and less expenses created an excess Income over
Expense of approximate $110,000. The Commission on Finance and Standing
Committee recommended the Diocesan staff get appropriate bonuses to offset the fact
that they had not had an increase in pay for three years, and the balance ($99,785) was
put into the Quigley Fund to replace substantial draw downs over the last several years
to balance deficit budgets. The balance in the Quigley Fund after these transactions is
$220,569.
NARRATIVE FOR THE 2012 DIOCESAN BUDGET
Pledges from Parishes and Missions for 2012 are $1,134,101, including $48,504
to be restricted. Again, this was less than pledged the year before and less than paid
the year before. Although, more solid pledge figures may come in later, the
Commission on Finance and Standing Committee felt they needed to use the
information available to provide a balanced budget. After discounting the projected
pledges, the Unrestricted Income budgeted is $1,061,758 and Restricted Income is
$48,504. In order to provide additional funds to the Diocesan Budget in hopes of
providing support in certain areas on the Expense side, the following Trusts have been
brought into the Diocesan Budget: Theological Education, Bishop’s Fund, Edmundson
Fund, and McMaster Fund. Each of these Funds is specifically designated for the
interest to be spent on specifically designated items in the Expenses side of the Budget.
Total Income for 2012 is projected at $1,202,262.
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HOW IS THE MONEY SPENT?
OUTREACH:
Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $106,176
This number will be 10% of actual unrestricted Income from Parishes
and Missions at the end of the year.
Beckwith Camp & Conference Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $117,500
A Diocesan supplement to Beckwith’s total budget of $1,111,350 goes to
underwrite the programs at Beckwith: Summer camps, Cursillo, parish
weekends, vestry retreats, stewardship conferences, clergy conferences, etc.
This amount represents $32,500 less than their asking,but the same paid in
2011.
Wilmer Hall Children’s Home. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $117,500
The Episcopal home for children in Mobile, Alabama. This is the
Diocesan share of Wilmer Hall’s total budget of approximately
$1,200,000 to make possible the outreach to troubled children who
come from Alabama, Florida and Mississippi. Many congregations
and individuals support Wilmer Hall directly, as well. This is the
same paid in 2011, but $7,500 less than requested in 2012.
Murray House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $32,500
Established as an agency of the Diocese in 1995, Murray House is
an assisted living facility adjacent to All Saints Episcopal Church in
Mobile, Alabama. Their total budget is $907,155.
Mission Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $38,000
Without financial aid, these congregations would be unable to have
the services of a priest. Grant recipients for 2012 include: Crestview,
Epiphany, DeFuniak Springs, St. Agatha’s, and Mobile, St. Mark’s;
and emergency grants are available to other missions, if necessary.
Deputies to General Convention. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000
Budgeted annually on an accrual basis to cover expenses of our eight
deputies to General Convention every three years.
Delegates to Triennial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,000
Budgeted annually on an accrual basis to cover expenses for four
delegates to the Triennial meeting of the Women of the Church.
Delegates to Synod. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,500
Partial offset of expenses of delegates to annual Synod meeting. (Our
Synod is dioceses in the southeastern United States.)
Province IV Quota. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,330
Pro-rata share among 21 southeastern dioceses for maintaining
programs of the Province.
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University of the South at Sewanee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000
Voluntary pledge toward the operating budget of this academic
institution of which we are an owning diocese.
Lambeth Conference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,200
Budgeted annually on an accrual basis for the Bishop to attend
Lambeth Conference held in England every ten years.
World Mission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000
Financial assistance for planned medical missions. Supports work
of the Commission on World Mission.
Millennium Development Goals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7,432
A commitment of .07% of unrestricted Income from Parishes and
Missions to comply with the 2003 General Convention resolution to
fund International Development Programs.
Total Outreach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $459,138
PROGRAM:
Seminarians. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $60,497
Financial assistance, in the form of partial medical insurance
premium payments, for twenty seminarians from this diocese.
Commission on Ministry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,926
Expenses for the Commission that receives interviews and
recommends those planning to seek ordination, including travel for
candidates and seminarians and their spouses to attend the
annual conference.
Ordinations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,477
Gifts (bibles, etc) for clergy at their ordination.
Commission on Youth Ministries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,500
Supports activities of Commission on Youth Ministries, including the
Jr. High Youth Event, Happening, Jump Start, some college work
and local and national conferences.
Commission on Young Adult Ministries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,400
Expense assistance for a Campus Ministry Program at the three
major colleges in the Diocese (South Alabama, Troy, and West
Florida).
Resource Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100
To assist in supporting a Christian Education Resource Center
maintained at the Diocesan office.
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Education for Ministry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,500
Fee to Sewanee for Diocese to be EFM-sponsoring agent.
Clergy Conferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,000
Travel expenses, accommodations and related expenses for an annual clergy
conference in the Diocese, and various clergy-days.
Commission for Episcopal Church Women. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6,637
Financial support for the Commission and its programs for women
in the Diocese. Additional program expenses, if necessary, are paid
from a separate trust fund.
Commission/Committees - Other. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8,675
Expense reimbursement for committees and commissions to meet,
plan and execute the programs for training, development and
outreach in the Diocese. This line item also includes meeting
expenses of the Commission on Finance, the Standing Committee
and conference expenses for the Diocesan Chancellors and staff.
Coastline/Commission on Communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $600
Since the Coastline is no longer printed and mailed, this line item is
for miscellaneous Coastline expenses.
Diocesan Convention. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000
Annual supplement to host parish and convention-related Diocesan
office expenses.
Journal of the Convention.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,000
The official Minutes of the Diocesan Convention with supporting
data. The Journal is produced on disc, with only a few printed
copies.
Medical and Life Insurance - Other. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $36,124
Diocesan portion of premium costs for coverage of retired,
canonically-resident clergy, including widows, and their families.
Liability Insurance.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $13,928
Includes Directors and Officers Liability, Umbrella Liability and Nonowned and Hired Automobile Liability insurance.
Diocesan Bond. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $869
A $500,000 Fidelity Bond on the Diocesan office.
Turner Fund Loan.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $0
Annual interest only payment to the Noel Turner Advancement Fund
on the $169,550 +/- loan balance for Christ Episcopal Church,
Mobile, being repaid over 10 years at 6% interest.
Because of budget constraints, this item is not funded in the 2011
budget.
Total Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $152,233
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ADMINISTRATIVE:
Salary and benefits reflect a +3% salary adjustment for the Diocesan
Staff. This portion of the budget also includes office maintenance,
supplies, equipment, audit and diocesan automobile (which includes
an automobile furnished to the Bishop) which all should be selfexplanatory. Two line items, Reserve-Major Maintenance and
Episcopal Transition in the budget, as they have had no funding over
the last few years, as a result of budget constraints. Diocesan office
depreciation is taken as an audit adjustment after the end of the year
and is not shown as an expense in the budget.
Total Administrative. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $590,891
TOTAL EXPENSES FOR 2012. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,202,262
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PLEDGES FOR 2012 COMPARED WITH 2011
CONGREGATIONS
ANDALUSIA, St. Mary's
APALACHICOLA, Trinity
ATMORE, St. Anna's
Trinity
BAY MINETTE, Immanuel
BON SECOUR, St. Peter's
BREWTON, St. Stephen's
CANTONMENT, St. Monica's
CHICKASAW, St. Michael's
CHIPLEY, St. Matthew's
CITRONELLE, St. Thomas'
CODEN, St. Mary's
CRESTVIEW, Epiphany
DAPHNE, St. Paul's
DAUPHIN ISLD., St. Francis
DeFUNIAK SPGS, St. Agatha's
DESTIN, St. Andrew's
DOTHAN, Nativity
ENTERPRISE, Epiphany
EUFAULA, St. James'
FAIRHOPE, St. James'
FOLEY, St. Paul's
FT WALTON BCH, St. Simon
GREENVILLE, St. Thomas'
GULF BREEZE, St. Francis
GULF SHORES, Holy Spirit
JACKSON, St. Peter's
LAGUNA BEACH, St. Thomas'
LILLIAN, Advent
MAG. SPRGS., St. Paul's
MARIANNA, St. Luke's
MILTON, St. Mary's
MOBILE, All Saints
Christ
Good Shepherd
2011
Percent
Pledged
10
12
8
10
12
6
7.5
12
10
10
13
10
20
20
10
10
20
12
10
10
10
6
10
20
12
6
5
2011
Dollar
Estimate
10,309
18,000
3,840
2,400
2,210
7,200
13,863
5,245
3,000
4,934
500
2,000
12,966
50,000
8,300
8,000
12,500
40,000
13,200
7,500
122,314
14,000
47,500
11,333
23,288
18,700
0
8,040
22,000
17,000
7,306
5,000
20,000
20,000
4,800
2011
Actual
Paid
11,724
18,000
3,840
2,400
2,783
6,741
16,526
5,865
2,704
3,393
350
2,535
13,364
59,395
13,310
8,160
15,125
44,170
13,700
7,500
119,283
14,000
48,215
11,144
20,853
14,041
2,038
8,091
22,050
17,004
8,734
7,921
20,000
20,000
4,800
2012
Percent
Pledged
10
12
10
12
12
10
10
13
10
20
20
10
20
5
10
10
8
10
20
6
7
2012
Dollar
Estimate
13,001
18,000
4,655
2,400
2,228
7,000
11,985
5,865
4,000
4,745
300
2,000
12,700
55,000
9,500
8,648
16,300
40,000
15,600
7,500
100,000
14,000
53,500
13,130
25,440
19,160
2,038
8,552
20,000
18,000
7,343
6,240
25,000
24,000
4,800
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PLEDGES FOR 2012 COMPARED WITH 2011
CONGREGATIONS
MOBILE, Redeemer
St. Andrew's
St. John's
St. Luke's
St. Mark's
St. Matthew's
St. Paul's
Trinity
MONROEVILLE, St. John's
NAVARRE, St. Augustine's
NICEVILLE, St. Jude's
OZARK, St. Michael's
PANAMA CITY, Holy Nativity
St. Andrew's
St. Patrick's
PANAMA CITY Beach, Grace
PENSACOLA, Christ
Holy Cross
Holy Trinity
St. Christopher's
St. Cyprian's
St. John's
PORT ST. JOE, St. James'
ROBERTSDALE, St. John's
SANTA ROSA Beach, Christ/King
TROY, St. Mark's
WEWAHITCHKA, St. John's
TOTAL
2011
Percent
Pledged
5
10
10
5
10
10
6
10
21
10
10
10
12.5
5
20
10
10
2011
Dollar
Estimate
10,000
7,100
15,000
30,000
1,440
4,800
175,000
10,000
7,950
9,500
19,068
4,800
20,000
4,000
6,000
2,000
106,000
28,000
600
55,000
5,200
9,170
8,600
3,200
70,000
13,000
4,387
1,197,063
2011
2012
2012
Actual
Percent
Dollar
Paid
Pledged Estimate
11,186
5
11,600
6,456
8
4,456
16,143
10
15,209
27,750
10
27,300
1,440
1,440
4,400
5,000
175,000
125,000
10,000
12,000
9,334
7,950
9,489
10
10,300
17,126
8
19,000
4,404
10
3,968
20,000
6
20,000
5,659
10
20,000
6,165
21
5,500
2,000
1
2,000
101,307
81,007
28,000
28,000
600
1,200
55,000
10
58,000
1,000
1,000
9,042
10
8,420
9,308
10
7,000
3,604
5.3
3,600
70,000
15
60,362
14,083
10
13,000
2,194
15
7,209
1,210,449
1,142,151
The total redirected will be shown as a separate line item in diocesan income
and none of those monies will be sent to the DFMS.
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SUPPORT FOR SEMINARIES - 2012
CONGREGATION
Apalachicola,
Trinity
Chipley,
St. Matthew's
Citronelle,
St. Thomas'
Crestview,
Epiphany
Coden,
St. Mary's
Daphne,
St. Paul's
Dauphin Island,
St. Francis'
Defuniak Springs, St. Agatha's
Destin,
St. Andrew's
Dothan,
Nativity
Mobile,
Redeemer
Mobile,
St. Luke's
Mobile,
St. Paul's
Niceville,
St. Jude's
Panama City,
Patrick's
Pensacola,
St. John's
Troy,
St. Mark's
Wewahitchka,
St. John's
RECAP:
Aid to Seminarians
Non-designated
USo - Sewanne, Univ of South, TN
ETSC - Bloy House, Claremont, CA
ETSSw - Southwest, Austin, TX
Trinity, Ambridge, PA
Total
$ AMOUNT
PLEDGED
300.00
395.00
30.00
1,000.00
200.00
5,000.00
500.00
432.40
1,500.00
1,000.00
1,160.00
2,700.00
14,000.00
1,192.00
50.00
842.00
2,000.00
171.43
3,160.00
2,500.00
26,196.40
50.00
395.00
171.43
32,472.83
SEMINARY
USo
ETSSw
USo
Non-designated
USo
USo
USo
USo
Non-designated
USo
Seminarian
USo
USo
USo
ETSC
USo
Seminarian
Trinity
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Balance Sheet
December 31, 2011
ASSETS
Current Assets
Whitney Checking
$121,455.80
Investment Accounts
Stifel Nicolaus Money Market
33,368.74
Whitney Money Market
62,518.47
State Street Global Advisiors
3,828,057.25
Regions Bank
78,641.81
Fullfilling the Vision Stock
8,340.00
Perpetual Care Trusts
Magnolia Cemetery
7,500.00
Total Current Assets
Fixed Assets
Buildings and Land
Diocesan Office
$680,015.38
Mission Land
271,929.51
Memorial Land
41,550.00
Total Buildings and Land
993,494.89
Copier/Computers
960.92
Vehicle
0.00
Total Fixed Assets
Receivables
Congregational Loan Fund Receivables
672,842.39
Insurance/Misc. Receivables
7,164.01
Pledges Receivables
105,894.53
Total Receivables
Prepaid Expenses
Total Assets
LIABILITIES, FUND PRINCIPAL & RESTICTED FUNDS
Current Liabilities
Operating Liabilites
Clearance
4,828.37
Prepaid Pledges
0.00
Accounts Payable
36,251.20
Total Operating Liabilites
$41,079.57
Amounts Held for Others
644,374.63
Total Current Liabilities
Fund Principals
Board Designated Fund
1,582,556.64
Real Estate Fund
951,944.89
Operating Fund
Designated Equity Fund
69,478.12
Undesignated Equity Fund
186,187.55
Total Operating Fund
255,665.67
Total Fund Principals
Restricted Funds
Temporarily Restricted
1,013,869.30
Permanently Restricted
1,447,288.31
Total Restricted Funds
Total Liabilities, Fund Principal, & Restricted Funds
$4,139,882.07
994,455.81
785,900.93
16,540.20
$5,936,779.01
$685,454.20
2,790,167.20
2,461,157.61
$5,936,779.01
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Amounts Held for Others
December 31, 2011
Mobile, St. Mark's Fund
Marianna, St. Luke's Fund
Apalachicola, Trinity - Young
Apalachicola, Trinity - Marshall
Max E. Miller for Wilmer Hall
Total Amounts Held for Others
132,533.60
64,981.31
414,015.02
18,522.09
14,322.61
644,374.63
Mission Land
December 31, 2011
Loxley, St. Alban's
Pushmataha
Baldwin County, Alabama
Evergreen, St. Mary's
Clayton, Grace
Total Real Estate
15,000.00
400.00
196,529.51
50,000.00
10,000.00
271,929.51
Permanently Restricted Funds
December 31, 2011
Women of the Church
Jernigan, St. Matthew's
Middleton Theological Fund
Bishop's Fund
Golson Fund
McDougall Fund
Edmundson Fund
Juergen & Helen Ihns Fund
Clerical Relief Fund
Peabody Fund
Henderson Fund
McMaster Fund
Dunlap Fund
McCorvey Fund
E.B. Wilson Scholarship Fund
Bishop Wilmer Scholarship Fund
M.P. Wilson Memorial Fund
Middleton Fund
Gates-Austill Fund
Ravier Fund
Total Permanently Restricted Funds
78,993.06
8,714.50
78,641.81
293,032.33
82,426.29
157,853.04
126,844.86
110,713.38
49,804.37
26,184.94
728.91
143,131.27
60,012.49
199,361.25
7,109.39
7,940.86
3,296.51
5,280.02
2,219.03
5,000.00
1,447,288.31
Temporarily Restricted Funds
December 31, 2011
Bishop's Discretionary Fund
Clergy Marriage Fund
Bishop's Dollars Fund
Duvall Cursillo Fund
Disaster Relief Fund
World Mission
St. Thomas Icon Fund
Happening Reserve Fund
Kairos Fund
Episcopal Refugee Ministries Fund
Lisa Dickson Fund
Joseph Horn Fund
New Church Development Fund
Vocations in Ministry Fund
Campus Ministries Fund
Sarah M. Kreamer Fund
Fuller Center - Haiti Housing Fund
Vocational Deacon Aspirants Fund
Archives/Historical Project Fund
Liturgical-Altar Guild Fund
Education for Ministry Fund
Prision Ministry Fund
Julie Quigley Fund
Total Temporarily Restricted Funds
2,378.40
9,046.64
239.92
53,141.05
27,757.05
11,550.95
1,913.19
13,906.61
9,233.93
6,082.86
1,911.50
1,156.59
144,327.84
479,465.74
5,797.03
3,990.15
7,660.68
6,342.42
4,316.61
729.06
1,502.44
222.75
221,195.89
1,013,869.30
Board Designated Funds
December 31, 2011
Diocesan Convention Reserve Fund
Diocesan Office - Major Maintenance
Perdido Key fund
Mary Berner Fund
Noel Turner Family Advancement Fund
Congregational Loan Fund
Workers Compensation Audit
Episcopal Transition
Total Board Designated Funds
14,471.12
12,344.43
14,795.50
118,713.82
220,972.84
1,170,259.07
11,468.11
19,531.75
1,582,556.64
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APPENDIX III – RESOLUTIONS
Appendix III
PRE-FILED RESOLUTIONS
Rules of Order VI (a)
RESOLUTION 1
Submitted by The Rev. Thomas Heard, clergy delegate, St. John’s, Mobile
This resolution calls for a change to the way in which congregations are counted for the
purpose of calculation of Convention Delegates and to align the practices of the Diocese
with the Parochial Report annually filed by each congregation of The Episcopal Church:
WHEREAS, the adoption of The Book of Common Prayer (1979) by The General
Convention of The Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America defines
“Holy Baptism as full initiation by water and the Holy Spirit into Christ’s Body the
Church”, and
WHEREAS, the adoption of The Book of Common Prayer (1979) by The General
Convention of The Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America
removes the Sacrament of Confirmation as a precondition to admission to receive the
elements of The Holy Eucharist, and
WHEREAS, the Annual Parochial Report filed by each congregation of The Episcopal
Church counts members that are Communicants in Good Standing,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
Canon 3, Section 4 shall be altered to change “Confirmed Communicant” to
“Communicants in Good Standing” wherever it appears, and shall be amended to read
as follows:
Section 4. The voting membership of the convention shall consist of:
a. Clerical Delegates, each of whom shall be a clergy canonically resident in the
Diocese, and who is Rector or Curate in a Parish, or Vicar of a Mission, or on the
staff of the Diocese or an institution affiliated with the Diocese, or a deacon
assigned by the Bishop to a parish or mission or and institution affiliated with the
Diocese; and
b. Lay Delegates from the several Congregations in the Diocese, as follows:
They shall be Communicants in good standing, entitled to vote in
congregational meetings.
c. Each Parish shall be entitled to the following representation, based on the last
Annual Report of the Parish:
Fewer than 300 Confirmed Communicants in Good Standing -- Three
Delegates
300-599 Confirmed Communicants in Good Standing -- Four Delegates
600-999 Confirmed Communicants in Good Standing -- Five Delegates
1,000 or more Confirmed Communicants in Good Standing -- Six Delegates
d. Each Parish failing to maintain its status as a Parish in union with the Diocese shall
be entitled to two (2) Delegates.
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e. Each Mission Station or Organized Missions shall be entitled to the following
representation:
Mission Stations and Organized Mission of fewer than 100 Confirmed
Communicants
in Good Standing -- One Delegate
Organized Missions of 100 or more Confirmed Communicants in Good
Standing -Two Delegates
f. Each Congregation entitled to the above representation shall also be entitled to
elect one (1) Alternate Delegate for each Delegate.
RESOLUTION 2
Submitted by a Joint Committee appointed by the Standing Committee and Beckwith
Board: Joe Basenberg*, Standing Committee President; Hodge Alves, Chairman of the
Board, Beckwith Camp and Conference Center; The Rev. Massey Gentry, Interim
Director, Beckwith Camp and Conference Center; The Rev. Steve Pankey*, The Rev.
George Riggall*, The Rev. John Riggin*, The Rev. Don Smith*, Cynthia Tappan*, Mac
Walcott, and Howard Wilson.
* delegates to the convention
WHEREAS, The Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast is fortunate to be located
on the Florida and Alabama Gulf Coast, home of an abundant ecosystem filled with
natural beauty, shorelines and estuaries rich in native plant and animal life;
WHEREAS, Beckwith Camp and Conference Center (“Beckwith”), an agency of the
Diocese, has a long and gloried history of some 75 years of attracting Episcopal youth,
clergy and lay members from Florida and Alabama to its home on Weeks Bay to be
spiritually encouraged and renewed, and to enjoy each other’s fellowship in a setting
that amply displays the majesty of God’s creation;
WHEREAS, Beckwith not only is located in a beautiful setting along Weeks Bay,
Beckwith also now contains first rate meeting facilities, overnight accommodations,
excellent dining options, as well as indoor and outdoor chapels for worship services;
WHEREAS, Beckwith is able to offer group rates for its meeting facilities, meals and
accommodations at an extremely competitive rate and often for far less than for profit
facilities within this same geographic region, many of whom do not offer the splendid
scenery and natural beauty afforded visitors to Beckwith;
WHEREAS, every effort needs to be made by the agencies, committees, commissions,
parishes and missions of the Diocese to uphold and support Beckwith faithfully and
steadfastly, and to make it a center for Diocesan gatherings, meetings and conferences,
particularly during this stressful economic period;
WHEREAS, it is in the long-term best interest of the Diocese to create a culture and
tradition of support and love for Beckwith in order for Beckwith to continue to nourish
and enrich the lives of Diocesan youth, clergy and lay members and to create a tie that
binds and identifies, in its own unique way, the parishes and members of the Central
Gulf Coast Diocesan community;
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WHEREAS, The Diocese’s current Five Year Plan places a high priority and emphasis
on the centralization of Beckwith to the Diocese and the need for the Diocese to be good
and responsible stewards of Beckwith;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this the 41st Convention of The Episcopal
Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast encourages and requests that all Diocesan agencies,
committees, and commissions conduct their meetings and conferences at Beckwith,
whenever possible and practicable,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that every member of the Diocese encourage other
corporations, non-profits, committees and conferences in which Diocesan members are
involved, whether affiliated with the Diocese formally or not, to do likewise;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, by The Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast to
encourage Diocesan parishes and missions to support Beckwith in the following ways
in the coming year and in the years hereafter: a) consider making Beckwith a line item
in the annual budget for the church as an outreach or community ministry; b) consider
conducting at least one Sunday worship service each year at Beckwith, possibly
including a parish overnight at Beckwith to precede Sunday worship; and c) consider
designating one Sunday each year as “Beckwith Sunday”, with all plate and special
donation collections to be designated and provided to Beckwith.
RESOLUTION 3
Submitted by The Rev. T. Keith Talbert and The Rev. Steven J. Pankey
clergy delegates, St. Paul’s, Foley
Note: The following text is the resolution as adopted by the Convention, including amendments,
as indicated) recommended by the Convention Committee on Resolutions.
WHEREAS, The 71st General Convention of The Episcopal Church issued Resolution
1994-D012 calling the Church to play a prophetic role in sharing the story of human
rights abuses and persecution of Christians during the decades long Sudanese Civil
War,
AND WHEREAS, The 73rd General Convention of The Episcopal Church issued
Resolution 2000-A130, Affirming Solidarity with and Support for Persecuted Christians
in Sudan in which urged local and national advocacy efforts to raise awareness to the
persecution that was even then being inflicted upon the people of Sudan,
AND WHEREAS, at their two most recent meetings, June 2011 meeting and January
2012, The Executive Council of The Episcopal Church issued Resolution A&N032 and
A&NO52 calling deplorable the recent military actions of the Government of Sudan
against the people of Abyei and the Nuba Mountains, which have resulted in the death
and displacement of thousands of people, the burning of the cathedral in the Episcopal
Diocese of Kadugli and the Nuba Mountains, the attack and killing of church members,
and the wholesale destruction of church property,
AND WHEREAS, the Bishop of Kadugli, the Right Reverend Andudu Adam Elnail,
displaced from his homeland and seeking political having received asylum in the US,
has asked specifically that his brothers and sisters in Christ in The Episcopal Church
offer prayer, support and a voice for his people persecuted and exiled,
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the 41st Annual Convention of the Diocese
of the Central Gulf Coast joins with The General Convention and The Executive Council
in expressing its solidarity with the Episcopal Church of Sudan: its pastors and priests,
and in the Church's call for peace in Sudan, its leadership and care for the people of
Sudan, and its suffering as it has been targeted for violence and abuse.
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the 41st Annual Convention of the Diocese of
the Central Gulf Coast urges all members to continue in prayer and advocacy for the
people of Sudan and South Sudan, especially those in the war torn regions of the Blue
Nile, the Nuba Mountains, Abyei, and Darfur.
RESOLUTION 4
Submitted by The Rev. Bob Graves
clergy delegate, St. Dismas Mission Station, Atmore, AL
Note: The text below is the resolution adopted by the Convention. The first two “Whereas”
paragraphs were in the final text submitted by The Rev. Mr. Graves after the pre-convention
packet of materials was printed.
WHEREAS, The 60th General Convention of The Episcopal Church (1958) opposed
capital punishment on a theological basis that the life of an individual is of infinite
worth in the sight of Almighty God, and the taking of such a human life falls within
the providence of Almighty God and not within the right of Man, and
WHEREAS, Subsequent conventions reaffirmed this action (The 66th General
Convention 1979–DOO4, The 70th General Convention 1991–D056), The 73rd General
Convention 2000–A082 and A083), and
WHEREAS, Alabama and Florida practice capital punishment, and
WHEREAS, Jesus taught us not to kill, but to love our enemies and to pray for those
who abuse us, and
WHEREAS, only those who are without sin are given permission to kill those who have
sinned, and
WHEREAS, capital punishment interrupts the continuing redemptive work of Jesus
Christ in a person here on earth, and
WHEREAS, whatever revenge or retaliation may be called for we have been taught is
God’s prerogative, not ours, and
WHEREAS, capital punishment does not heal or restore a victim, or a victim’s family,
only God’s mercy and grace can accomplish that,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the 41st Annual Convention of the Diocese of the
Central Gulf Coast, declare our opposition to capital punishment and our resolve to
pray and work for it’s abolition, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that we communicate this resolution to the governors
and state legislatures of Alabama and Florida, to our sister Dioceses in Alabama and
Florida, and to leaders of other Christian denominations within the borders of our
diocese seeking their mutual support in this endeavor.
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RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY THE BISHOP
THROUGH HIS ADDRESS TO THE CONVENTION
Rules of Order VI(d)
RESOLVED, the 41st Diocesan Convention of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
directs that the following resolution be filed with the Secretary of the Generation for
consideration by the 77th General Convention of The Episcopal Church:
RESOLVED, the House of _______ 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 no 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 the captives,
recovery of sight to the blind, freedom to the oppressed, and the acceptable
year of the Lord” (Lk. 4:18) in a what 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.
Explanation: The administrative and governance structures of The Episcopal
Church have grown over the years so that they now comprise approximately
47% of the church-wide budget and sometimes hinder rather than further this
Church’s engagement in God’s mission. Reform is urgently needed to
facilitate this Church’s strategic engagement in mission and allow it to more
fully live into its identity as the Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society in
a world that has changed dramatically over the years but that also presents
extraordinary missional opportunity.
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POLICY STATEM ENTS
POLICY STATEMENTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE
VISION OF THE EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF THE CENTRAL GULF COAST
Adopted, Standing Committee, January 25, 2010
Adopted, 39th Diocesan Convention, Christ Church, Pensacola, Florida, February 26, 2010
Vision Statement
Our vision is to share Christ crucified and God’s reconciling love through effective
ministry, leadership, stewardship and communication.
Mission Statement
We seek to accomplish our vision by the following:
I.
Provide and sustain ministries that enable committees, commissions, agencies,
boards, clergy and congregations (CCABCC) to share the Good News of God in
Christ.
II.
Develop clerical, lay and staff leadership within the diocese through effective
organizational structures, human resource practices, continuing education and
deployment.
III. Proclaim our theology of stewardship to include financial, environmental,
charitable and personal (mind, body, spirit) principles of Christian living.
IV. Convey our Vision and Mission and our progress toward their accomplishment
through effective communication.
Commitment Statement
As we strive to attain this Vision via our stated Mission, we recognize our
fundamental dependence upon God’s grace, mercy and love and thus commit ourselves
to begin all our endeavors with quiet, listening prayer to discern God’s will.
STEWARDSHIP STATEMENT
Adopted, Standing Committee, April 20, 1989
Reaffirmed with Amendment, Standing Committee, January 24, 2004
Stewardship is at the heart of the main work of the Church. As the Standing
Committee of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, we acknowledge the importance
of stewardship in the life of all Christians and call ourselves and others to responsible
use of the abundant gifts God has given us.
1.
We affirm the minimum standard of the tithe in personal giving and
pledge ourselves individually to the tithe or to work toward the tithe
in our personal giving.
2.
We assert the importance of choosing leaders in the Church who are
committed in Christian stewardship to tithing. We encourage that
all candidates for the Standing Committee, in particular, affirm the
minimum standard of the tithe in personal giving and pledge
themselves individually to tithe or work toward the tithe in their
personal giving.
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3.
We believe outside giving is also important for the Diocese. As the
Standing Committee, we pledge to continue, as faithfully as possible,
the Diocese's policy of giving at least 25% beyond the Diocese,
including support of the national Church; and to increase funding of
agencies which are our ministry beyond ourselves.
4.
This statement will be reviewed annually at the first regular meeting
of the new Standing Committee.
Stewardship is giving freely of what we have received. Stewardship causes us to
reflect on what has been given to us. In the end, stewardship is fun! It is our way of
participating in the work of Christ in the world.
STATEMENT OF PRINCIPLE REGARDING
STEWARDSHIP TO THE DIOCESE OF THE CENTRAL GULF COAST
AND MATTERS OF CONSCIENCE
Adopted, Standing Committee, October 19, 1995
Reaffirmed, Standing Committee, April 20, 2001
Recognizing and Reaffirming that:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
It is our privilege and responsibility as members of the Diocese of the Central
Gulf Coast to support our diocese; and
The Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast is dependent on our stewardship for the
extension and building up of the Kingdom of God in our diocese; and
It is the privilege and responsibility of our Diocese to support the Domestic
and Foreign Missionary Society (The Episcopal Church) for the extension and
building up of the Kingdom of God beyond our Diocese; and
In concurrence with our Diocesan Stewardship Statement commending the
tithe as the individual minimum standard of giving and 25% as the minimum
standard of giving beyond the Diocese, we should continue our support
beyond our Parishes and Missions, and beyond the boundaries of the Diocese
of the Central Gulf Coast, as faithfully as possible; When a congregation in
whole or in part cannot faithfully meet these standards for reason of
conscience, it shall be embraced and loved as a full member of this diocese.
POLICIES FOR THE
PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH FROM ABUSE
Developed in partnership with the Church Pension Group and the Nathan Network
Adapted for use in the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
Adopted by the Standing Committee at St. Thomas, Greenville, June 27, 2008
Table of Contents
Code of Conduct for Protection of Children and Youth
General Definitions
A. Church Personnel
B. Children and youth
C. Regularly or Occasionally Work With or Around Children or Youth
D. Types of abuse
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Safeguards for Children and Youth
A. Screening and Selection
B. Education and Training Requirements
C. Monitoring and Supervision of Programs
D. General Conduct for the Protection of Children and Youth
Responding to Problems
Appendix: Guidelines for Appropriate Affection
Copies of sample forms and other important Appendices are available on-line from the
CHURCH PENSION GROUP web site
http://download.cpg.org/insurance/publications/pdf/larg_font_model_policies.pdf
Or go to cpg.org and search “model policies”
Relationships among people are at the foundation of Christian ministry and as such are
central to the life of the church. Defining healthy and safe relationships through policies
and codes of conduct is not meant, in any way, to undermine the strength and
importance of personal interaction in our ministries. Rather, it is to assist in more clearly
defining behaviors and practices that allow the church to more fully demonstrate its
love and compassion for children and youth in sincere and genuine relationships.
Relationships in ministry should, ideally, always be experienced as caring and without
intention to do harm or allow harm to occur. This Code of Conduct has been adopted
by the Episcopal Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast to help the church create safe
environments for children and youth and for those who minister to them. All Church
Personnel are asked to carefully consider each statement in the Code and within the
Policies for the Protection of Children and Youth from Abuse before agreeing to adhere
to the statements and continue in service to the church.
• Church Personnel agree to do their best to prevent abuse and neglect among children
and youth involved in church activities and services.
• Church Personnel agree to not physically, sexually or emotionally abuse or neglect
a child or youth.
• Church Personnel agree to comply with the policies for general conduct with children
and youth as defined in these Policies for the Protection of Children and Youth from
Abuse.
• All Church Personnel agree to comply with the Guidelines for Appropriate Affection
with children and youth.
• In the event that Church Personnel observe any inappropriate behaviors or possible
policy violations with children or youth, church personnel agree to immediately report
their observations.
• All Church Personnel acknowledge their obligation and responsibility to protect
children and youth and agree to report known or suspected abuse of children or youth
to appropriate church leaders and state authorities in accordance with these policies.
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• Church Personnel understand that the church will not tolerate abuse of children and
youth and agree to comply in spirit and in action with this position.
General Definitions
A. Church Personnel: For the purposes of this policy, the following are included in the
definition of Church Personnel when they are functioning in their respective roles for
the church:
1. All clergy, whether stipendiary, non-stipendiary, or otherwise, who are engaged in
ministry or service to the church.
2. All paid personnel, whether employed in areas of ministry or other kinds of services
by the diocese, its congregations, schools or other agencies.
3. Those who contract their services to the diocese, its congregations, schools or other
agencies.
4. Volunteers, including any person who enters into or offers him or herself for a church
related service, or who actually assists with or performs a service, whether or not they
have been selected or assigned to do so. Volunteers include members of advisory
boards, vestries, Bishop’s Committees, and boards of directors.
B. Children and youth: A child is defined as anyone under the age of 12 years. A youth
is defined as anyone who is at least 12 years old, but not yet 18 years old. A youth may
also be an individual who is 18 years old or older, but still in high school.
C. Regularly or Occasionally Work With or Around Children or Youth: For the
purpose of this policy, the following are included in the definition of Church Personnel
who Regularly Work With or Around Children or Youth:
1. All clergy, whether stipendiary, non-stipendiary, or otherwise, who are engaged in
ministry or service to the church.
2. All paid or volunteer Church Personnel whose work regularly takes them throughout
the facility or grounds or who has keys giving them access to the buildings on the
grounds.
3. All persons who supervise or assist with supervising children or youth (other than
church school teachers) in ministries, programs or activities more often than
occasionally.
4. All persons who provide transportation to children or youth without other adults in
the vehicle more often than occasionally.
5. Any paid personnel whose living quarters are on the grounds of the church, school
or other related agency.
6. All vestry members or other members of similar decision-making groups who have
the authority to approve the creation of ministries, programs or activities for children
or youth.
Examples of Church Personnel who Regularly Work With or Around Children or
Youth include, but are not limited to:
• Children’s or youth choir directors
• Organists who work with children or youth
• Lay youth ministers
• Volunteer youth directors
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• All Church Personnel who work or assist in the nursery more than four times a year
• All Church Personnel who work in the nursery if they are the only person over 21
present at any time
• All staff, whether volunteer or paid, at church camps
• Adults who participate in overnight activities with children or youth more than twice
a year
For the purpose of this policy, the following are included in the definition of Church
Personnel who occasionally Work With or Around Children or Youth:
1. Church school teachers.
2. All persons who supervise or assist with supervising children or youth in ministries,
programs or activities infrequently, generally no more than three times a year or for one
program or activity during a year that lasts less than a month (i.e. assisting with
preparation for the Christmas pageant, or teaching one “unit” of Church School for a
month).
3. All persons who provide transportation to children or youth without other adults in
the vehicle infrequently, generally no more than three times a year.
4. All persons who work or assist in the nursery four or fewer times a year, whether on
an emergency basis or otherwise.
5. Adults who participate in overnight activities with children or youth once or twice
a year.
D. Types of abuse
1. Physical abuse is non-accidental injury, which is intentionally inflicted upon a child
or youth.
2. Sexual abuse perpetrated by an adult is any contact or activity of a sexual nature
that occurs between a child or youth and an adult. This includes any activity, which is
meant to arouse or gratify the sexual desires of the adult, child or youth.
3. Sexual abuse perpetrated by another child or youth is any contact or activity of a
sexual nature that occurs between a child or youth and another child or youth when
there is no consent, when consent is not possible, or when one child or youth has power
over the other child or youth. This includes any activity which is meant to arouse or
gratify the sexual desires of any of the children or youth.
4. Emotional abuse is mental or emotional injury to a child or youth that results in an
observable and material impairment in the child or youth’s growth, development or
psychological functioning.
5. Neglect is the failure to provide for a child or youth's basic needs or the failure to
protect a child or youth from harm.
6. Economic exploitation is the deliberate misplacement, exploitation, or wrongful
temporary or permanent use of a child or youth's belongings or money.
Safeguards for Children and Youth
A. Screening and Selection
1. Any and all Church Personnel who Regularly Work With or Around Children or
Youth shall be screened and selected utilizing at least the following:
a. A standard application completed by the applicant that includes an authorization for
the release of information to conduct background checks and the Code of Conduct
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b. Criminal records check in any state where the applicant has resided during the past
seven (7) years, and other states, if any, as determined by the church.
c. Sexual offender registry check in any state where the applicant has resided during
the past seven (7) years.
d. Individual interview with the applicant.
e. Reference checks of persons outside the congregation who know the applicant,
preferably who know how the applicant works with children.
f. Driving or Motor Vehicle records check if the person may be transporting children
or youth.
2. Any and all Church Personnel who Occasionally Work With or Around Children or
Youth shall be screened and selected utilizing at least the following:
a. A standard application completed by the applicant that includes an acknowledgment
for the release of information to conduct background checks and the Code of Conduct.
b. Individual interview with the applicant.
c. At least one Reference Check of a person or persons outside the congregation who
know the applicant, preferably who know how the applicant interacts with children.
d. Driving or Motor Vehicle records check if the person will be transporting children
or youth.
3. All information gathered about an applicant will be carefully reviewed and evaluated
to make a determination, in consultation with others as necessary, of whether or not the
person is appropriate to work with children or youth.
4. Church Personnel who work with or around children or youth must have a personnel
file that is kept where other church records are kept.
5. Criminal records checks and sexual offender registry checks will be conducted every
five (5) years for Church Personnel who Regularly Work With or Around Children or
Youth.
6.To the extent possible, no person will be permitted to supervise an immediate family
member when working with or around children or youth. For the purpose of this
policy, immediate family member is defined as spouse, partner, child, parent, sister,
brother, similar in-law relationship, stepchild, stepparent, step-sibling, grandparent, or
co-habitant.
7. Church Personnel who transfer within the Diocese of The Central Gulf Coast and
apply for or are asked to or who do undertake a position working with or around
children or youth are required to undergo the same screening and selection process in
Section A above. This requirement may be met through a transfer of a copy of their
personnel file to the new congregation, school, agency, or program together with
completion of a new application, individual interview and reference checks with the
congregations, schools, agencies or other programs for which the applicant has worked
with or around children or youth since the screening was last done as shown in the
applicant's personnel file.
B. Education and Training Requirements
1. Three hours of child abuse prevention education and training is required for all
Church Personnel Who Regularly Work With or Around Children or Youth before they
start their work with children or youth or, if that is not possible, one hour of child abuse
awareness training before they start their work and the rest of the training within three
months of starting.
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2. One hour of child abuse awareness education and training is required for all Church
Personnel Who Occasionally Work With or Around Children or Youth before they start
their work with children or youth.
3. Church Personnel who are responsible for screening, selection and supervision of
others in programs for children and youth are required to complete an additional three
(3) hours of specialized education and training in screening, selection and monitoring
every two years.
C. Monitoring and Supervision of Programs
The monitoring and supervision of programs and activities involving children or youth
is important for safeguarding children and youth and involves several aspects. One
aspect involves having structural guidelines or standards for the programs and
activities for children and youth. These include such things as who approves new
programs, how many adults need to be present and the like. In addition to setting
structural guidelines and standards, church leaders must make sure the structural
safeguards are followed. Programs and activities have to be monitored and supervised
to do that.
Another aspect of monitoring and supervision is that supervisory personnel and others
monitor and supervise the behavior of adults, youth and other children with children
and youth, so that inappropriate behaviors and interactions can be detected and
stopped. Some behaviors and interactions are potentially harmful to children or youth
in and of themselves. Examples include providing alcohol or drugs to children or youth
or actually having sexual contact with a child or youth. Other behaviors and
interactions are not necessarily harmful in and of themselves but are the same behaviors
and interactions known to be used by those who abuse children or youth to “groom”
them or their parents for eventual abuse or which provide the privacy child molesters
need in order to abuse children or youth. Examples of those behaviors and interactions
include holding children over the age of three on the lap, transporting a child or youth
alone, and the like.
The structural guidelines and standards are covered in both this Monitoring and
Supervision section and in the following section, General Conduct for the Protection of
Children and Youth. The behaviors and interactions of persons with children and youth
that need to be monitored and supervised are covered in the section on General
Conduct for the Protection of Children and Youth and in the Guidelines for Appropriate
Affection.
1. Every program for children and youth must have established ratios for adults and
children in compliance with the established ratio, including activities that occur off
church premises.
2. Church Personnel are prohibited from being alone with a child or youth or multiple
children or youth where other adults cannot easily observe them.
3. Church Personnel over the age of 21 must directly supervise Church Personnel under
the age of 18 and be physically present during all activities.
4. An up to date list of approved congregation-sponsored programs for children and
youth will be maintained in the church office or other place where church records are
kept.
5. Church Personnel are not permitted to develop new activities for children and youth
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without approval from the rector or canonical equivalent. Requests to develop new
activities should be submitted in writing to the rector. The rector will consider whether
the plan for a new activity includes adequate adult supervision.
6. Each program will develop age-appropriate procedures to ensure the safety of
children and youth using restrooms and showers or baths.
7. When supervising or assisting private activities such as dressing, showering or
diapering infants or children, Church Personnel will remain in an area observable by
other adults or work in pairs.
8. At least two unrelated Church Personnel must supervise activities. When both boys
and girls are participating, male and female adults must be present.
D. General Conduct for the Protection of Children and Youth
The following guidelines are intended to assist Church Personnel in monitoring and
supervising behaviors and interactions with children and youth to identify and stop
those that may be inherently harmful to children or youth, that are the type used by
child molesters to groom children, youth and their parents, or that may create the
conditions where abuse can occur more easily. These guidelines should also be used to
make decisions about interactions with children and youth in church sponsored and
affiliated programs. They are not designed or intended to address interactions within
families. When exceptions to these guidelines must be made, they should be reported
to the supervisor of the Church Personnel making the exception as soon as possible.
1. All Church Personnel who work with children or youth must agree to comply with
the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast’s Guidelines for Appropriate Affection (Appendix
A).
2. No person will be allowed to volunteer to Regularly Work With Children or Youth
until the person has been known to the clergy and congregation for at least six months.
3. Programs for infants and children under six (6) years old will have procedures to
ensure that children are released only to their parents or legal guardians or those
designated by them.
4. Church Personnel are prohibited from the use, possession, distribution, or being
under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or the misuse of legal drugs while
participating in or assisting with programs or activities specifically for children or
youth.
5. Parents or guardians must complete written permission forms before Church
Personnel transport children and youth for a church sponsored activity or for any
purpose on more than an occasional basis.
6. Church Personnel will respond to children and youth with respect, consideration and
equal treatment, regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, culture or socioeconomic status. Church Personnel will portray a positive role model for children and
youth by maintaining an attitude of respect, patience, and maturity. They will avoid
even the appearance of favoritism.
7. One-to-one counseling with children or youth will be done in an open or public or
other place where private conversations are possible but occur in full view of others.
8. Church Personnel are prohibited from dating or becoming romantically involved
with a child or youth.
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9. Church Personnel are prohibited from having sexual contact with a child or youth.
10.Church Personnel are prohibited from possessing any sexually oriented materials
(magazines, cards, videos, DVDs, films, clothing etc.) on church property or in the
presence of children or youth except as expressly permitted as part of a pre-authorized
educational program.
11. Church Personnel are prohibited from using the Internet to view or download any
sexually oriented materials on church property or in the presence of children or youth.
12. Church Personnel are prohibited from discussing their own sexual activities,
including dreams and fantasies, or discussing their use of sexually oriented or explicit
materials such as pornography, videos or materials on or from the Internet, with
children or youth.
13. Church Personnel are prohibited from sleeping in the same beds, sleeping bags,
tents, hotel rooms or other rooms with children or youth unless the adult is an
immediate family member of all children or youth in the bed, sleeping bag, tent, hotel
room or other room. It is acceptable to have multiple adults sleep with all the children
or youth participating in one open space such as a church basement or camp lodge.
14. Church Personnel are prohibited from dressing, undressing, bathing, or showering
in the presence of children or youth.
15. Church Personnel are prohibited from using physical punishment in any way for
behavior management of children and youth. No form of physical discipline is
acceptable. This prohibition includes spanking, slapping, pinching, hitting, or any other
physical force. Physical force may only be used to stop a behavior that may cause
immediate harm to the individual or to a child, youth or others.
16. Church Personnel are prohibited from using harsh language, degrading
punishment, or mechanical restraint such as rope or tape for behavior management.
17. Church Personnel are prohibited from participating in or allowing others to conduct
any hazing activities relating to children’s or youth ministry or camp activities.
Responding to Problems
A. Reporting Inappropriate Behaviors or Policy Violations with children or youth
1. When Church Personnel observe any inappropriate behaviors, behaviors that are
inconsistent with the Guidelines for Appropriate Affection, or which may violate any
provision of these Policies for the Protection of Children and Youth from Abuse, they
must immediately report their observations. Examples of inappropriate behaviors or
policy violations would be seeking private time with children or youth, taking children
or youth on over-night trips without other adults, swearing or making suggestive
comments to children or youth, or selecting or using staff or volunteers without the
required screening.
2. Such inappropriate behaviors or possible policy violations that relate to interactions
with children or youth should be reported in one of the following ways:
a. A telephone call or meeting with the immediate supervisor of the person,
b. A telephone call or meeting with the rector, if the person is not the rector;
c. A telephone call or meeting with a church warden if the person is the rector;
d. A telephone call, meeting or fax to the bishop;
e. Submit a Notice of Concern signed or unsigned, to the bishop.
3. All reports of inappropriate behavior or policy violations with children or youth will
be taken seriously.
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B. Reporting Suspected Abuse of Children or Youth
1. All Church Personnel are required by this policy to report known or suspected abuse
of children or youth to the appropriate state authorities.
2. Failure to report suspected abuse of children or youth may be a crime. Reports may
be made confidentially or anonymously. Every state provides immunity from civil
liability for persons required to report suspected abuse in good faith and without
malice. Simply stated, “in good faith” means that the person submitting the report
believes what he or she is reporting to be true.
3. In addition to reporting to the state authorities, Church Personnel are required to
report any suspected or known abuse of children or youth that may have been
perpetrated by Church Personnel directly to the rector of the parish or institution so that
immediate and proper steps may be taken to ensure the safety of alleged victims.
4. Reports of suspected or known abuse that involve Church Personnel may be reported
to the Diocese of The Central Gulf Coast in the following ways:
a. A telephone call, meeting or fax to the bishop;
b. A telephone call or meeting with the rector, if the rector is not the person being
complained about.
c. Submit a Notice of Concern signed or unsigned, to the bishop.
5. The Diocese of The Central Gulf Coast and the parish or institution will cooperate
with any investigation by state authorities to the fullest extent appropriate, and inform
authorities that a concurrent internal investigation will be directed by the Diocese of
The Central Gulf Coast.
Appendix
A. Guidelines for Appropriate Affection
The Diocese of The Central Gulf Coast and the parish or institution are committed to
creating and promoting a positive, nurturing environment for our children’s and youth
ministries that protect our children and youth from abuse and our Church Personnel
from misunderstandings. When creating safe boundaries for children and youth, it is
important to establish what types of affection are appropriate and inappropriate;
otherwise that decision is left to each individual. Stating which behaviors are
appropriate and inappropriate allows Church Personnel to comfortably show positive
affection in ministry, and yet identify individuals who are not maintaining safe
boundaries with children or youth. These Guidelines are based, in large part, on
avoiding behaviors known to be used by child molesters to groom children or youth
and their parents for future abuse. The following guidelines are to be carefully followed
by all Church Personnel working around or with children or youth.
1. Love and affection are part of church life and ministry. There are many ways to
demonstrate affection while maintaining positive and safe boundaries with children
and youth. Some positive and appropriate forms of affection are listed below:
• Brief hugs.
• Pats on the shoulder or back.
• Handshakes.
• “High-fives” and hand slapping.
• Verbal praise.
• Touching hands, faces, shoulders and arms of children or youth.
• Arms around shoulders.
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• Holding hands while walking with small children.
• Sitting beside small children.
• Kneeling or bending down for hugs with small children.
• Holding hands during prayer.
• Pats on the head when culturally appropriate. (For example, this gesture should
typically be avoided in some Asian communities).
2. The following forms of affection are considered inappropriate with children and
youth in ministry setting because many of them are the behaviors that child molesters
use to groom children or youth and their parents for later molestation or can be, in and
of themselves, sexual abuse.
• Inappropriate or lengthy embraces.
• Kisses on the mouth.
• Holding children over three years old on the lap.
• Touching bottoms, chests or genital areas other than for appropriate diapering or
toileting of infants and toddlers.
• Showing affection in isolated areas such as bedrooms, closets, staff only areas or other
private rooms.
• Occupying a bed with a child or youth
• Touching knees or legs of children or youth.
• Wrestling with children or youth.
• Tickling children or youth.
• Piggyback rides.
• Any type of massage given by a child or youth to an adult.
• Any type of massage given by an adult to a child or youth.
• Any form of unwanted affection.
• Comments or compliments (spoken, written, or electronic) that relate to physique or
body development. Examples would be, “You sure are developing,” or “You look really
hot in those jeans.”
• Snapping bras or giving wedgies or similar touch of underwear whether or not it is
covered by other clothing.
• Giving gifts or money to individual children or youth.
• Private meals with individual children or youth.
GUNS AT WORK POLICY
Adopted, Standing Committee, June 22, 2001
RESOLVED, the following shall be considered a guns at work policy of the Standing
Committee: “No firearm of any type shall be permitted on or in any church building,
chapel, educational building, or parish house, of any parish, mission, or mission station
and on the grounds or in the buildings of any diocesan institution (Beckwith Camp &
Conference Center, Murray House, Wilmer Hall) in the Diocese of the Central Gulf
Coast.”
POLICY ON SERVING ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Adopted at the 18T H Annual Convention of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast,
February 18, 1989, St. Paul’s, Mobile, Alabama.
Minimum guidelines (or standards) for use by parishes and missions pertaining to
the serving of alcoholic beverages on the premises of parishes and missions in the
Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast:
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
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All applicable federal, state, and local laws shall be obeyed including those
governing the serving of alcoholic beverages to minors.
Alcoholic beverages and food containing alcohol must be clearly labeled as
such.
Whenever alcohol is served, non-alcoholic alternatives must always be
offered with equal attractiveness and accessibility.
The serving of alcoholic beverages at church events should not be
publicized as an attraction of the event.
The group or organization sponsoring the activity or event at which
alcoholic beverages are served must have permission from the Rector or
Vicar and Vestry for this plan.
Recognizing the effect of alcohol as a mood-altering drug, it would be
advisable to consider the nature of the function at which alcoholic beverages
are proposed to be served.
Chemical usage other than alcohol is clearly controlled under federal, state,
and local laws and, as such, should be forbidden at any church foundation.
STANDING COMMITTEE RESOLUTION and FORM
for PARISHES and MISSIONS TO USE WHEN MORTGAGING PROPERTY
WHEREAS, from time to time it is necessary for congregations to borrow funds for
construction or other purposes, and mortgage properties as security for such loans.
WHEREAS, standards are necessary for an orderly procedure in applying for
approval of such loans and mortgages, therefore be it
RESOLVED, that the total amount of indebtedness of a Parish or Mission shall not
under ordinary circumstances, exceed one-and-a-half times the average of the current
and past two years' annual operating budget of the Parish or Mission, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that the monthly payments on indebtedness of such Parish
or Mission, including interest and housing allowance if applicable, shall not exceed
twenty-five (25%) of such Parish or Mission’s monthly operating budget, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that if any Parish or Mission is of the opinion that such
limitations imposed hereon are unacceptable, it may make application to the Bishop
and the Standing Committee for an exception to these provisions, provided there is
supporting evidence of the ability to pay such requested indebtedness, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that all requirements and necessary data outlined in this
resolution be submitted to the Commission on Finance, Diocesan Office, Post Office Box
13330, Pensacola, Florida 32591-3330, not less than one month prior to a scheduled
meeting of the Standing Committee, and be it
FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution and the Form for Use of a Parish or Mission
When Mortgaging Property or Borrowing from the Congregational Loan Fund shall be
published annually in the Diocesan Journal.
THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED BY THE 38TH ANNUAL
CONVENTION OF THE DIOCESE:
RESOLVED, that a current audit report required by Canon 10, Section 2, of the
Diocesan Canons be prepared and submitted by any congregation or agency that seeks
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Diocesan approval for any loan transaction, including any renewal or refinancing, or
that requests a loan from the Congregational Loan Fund.
GUIDELINES FOR CONGREGATIONAL LOAN FUND
Adopted March 17, 1983
Amended January 25, 2010
RESOLVED, that the Standing Committee approved the following guidelines for a
CONGREGATIONAL LOAN FUND (CLF):
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
The total amount of indebtedness of a congregation shall not under ordinary
circumstances, exceed one-and-a-half times the average of the current, and past
two (2) years annual operating income of the congregation.
The monthly payments on indebtedness of such congregation, including interest,
and housing allowance if applicable, shall not exceed 25% of each congregation's
monthly operating income.
Any congregation is eligible to borrow up to $20,000 from the CLF, regardless of
the operating income formula.
Mission congregations are eligible to borrow up to one and one-half times average
of the current, and past two (2) years' annual operating income from the CLF.
Parish congregations are eligible to borrow up to 75% of the average of the current,
and past two (2) years annual operating income from the CLF.
Rates and terms for loans to mission congregations and Diocesan institutions from
the CLF are 4% per annum and for loans to parishes, 5% per annum, with the
amortization terms to be up to fifteen years, with a five year balloon note if more
than five years is required to pay off the loan. Payments to the CLF will be
monthly unless arranged otherwise.
Any extraordinary loan request or grant request should be submitted to the Bishop
for consideration.
FORM FOR USE OF PARISH OR MISSION WHEN MORTGAGING
PROPERTY OR BORROWING FROM THE CONGREGATIONAL LOAN FUND
(Application to the Commission on Finance/Standing Committee for Mortgaging
Property or Borrowing from the Congregational Loan Fund)
1. Name and location of church proposing mortgage:
2. Terms of note relating to mortgage for which consent is sought:
a. Amount proposed to be borrowed:
$ ______________________
b. Interest rate:
______________________%
c. Period of years:
______________________
d. Manner of payment of loan:
______________________
3. Name and address of lender and mortgagee:
4. If purchase money mortgage, supply the following:
a. Purchase price of property:
$ _______________________
b. Amount of down payment:
$ _______________________
c. Proposed use of property:
$ _______________________
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5. If not a purchase money mortgage, what is nature of project, etc.?
6. Estimated cost of project:
$ _______________________
7. Who made the cost estimates? (Attach copies of bids, etc.)
8. Has the Architectural Consultant approved the plans and specifications? Is a copy
of the approval attached hereto?
9. Financial resources already assured:
a. Local cash
$ _______________________
b. Local pledges
$ _______________________
c. Loans from other sources
$ _______________________
10. When would work begin?
11. When will loan be needed? What length loan?
12. Describe present facilities and indebtedness of same.
13. Overall program: (Do plans call for other construction in the future? If so, is this
project designed for eventual conversion to other use?)
14. Any other information which may be of interest to the Commission on Finance and
the Standing Committee in considering this application should be set forth, i.e., does
the application comply with these guidelines?
15. Attach copy of the legal description of property to be mortgaged.
a. Who holds title to the property?
b. Has there been compliance with Canon 12 of the Diocese?
c. If not, is action being taken to comply?
16. Number of communicants:________________
Number of financially contributing families:_______________
17. Current Annual Operating Budget: $_____________________
18. Current Annual Debt Service: $________________________
19. What is the average of the current and past two calendar years' operating budget?
20. What is the amount of current monthly payments on indebtedness, including
interest?
21. Present fair market value of all buildings and improvements?
22. Percentage of income pledged to the Diocese and amount paid thereon for the past
two years:
23. Do you agree to furnish quarterly reports in writing to the Standing Committee
until the
project is completed? ______Yes ______No
If answer is yes, please cover in narrative form the total contract price,
contract completion date, amount paid on contract to date, percentage of
time used to date and indicate if the project appears to be within the budget.
Approved by Chancellor:
Approved by Commission on Finance:
Approved by Standing Committee by 2/3 vote:
a. By Mail:
b. At a regular meeting:
c. Mail Poll confirmed:
Approved by Bishop:
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VESTRY RESOLUTION TO ACCOMPANY FORM FOR PARISHES
AND MISSIONS TO USE WHEN MORTGAGING PROPERTY
OR BORROWING FROM THE CONGREGATIONAL LOAN FUND
BE IT RESOLVED by the Vestry of (name of Parish or Mission) that a sum not
exceeding $_____________________ be borrowed for not exceeding
___________________ years at a rate of interest not in excess of
% per annum for
the purpose of_______________________________________________________and that
a mortgage be given on the __________________________________as security for said
debt, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Senior Warden and Rector (or Vicar) are
authorized to make application to the Bishop and the Standing Committee of the
Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast for the approval of said mortgage loan and to do any
and all things and execute any and all papers incidental to obtaining permission to
obtain and secure said loan.
I,________________________________________________________, Clerk of the Vestry
of__________________________________, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution
was passed by a majority vote of the Vestry at a meeting duly held on
_________________________________at__________________________________on the
__________day of ___________________, 20____.
________________________________________________
Clerk of the Vestry
I, _______________________________________________, Rector (or Vicar) of
_____________________________________________________, hereby consent to the
action of the Vestry in authorizing the foregoing mortgage loan dated at
_________________________________, Alabama/Florida, on this the _______day of
__________________________, 20 ___.
________________________________________________
Rector (or Vicar)
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED BY VESTRY
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Engineering, construction and other necessary contracts should be with the
Diocesan corporation, as owner. In similar fashion, bonds, insurance and other
underwriting should run in favor of the Diocesan corporation.
All such contracts, bonds, insurance and the like should be negotiated and/or
procured by the Vestry undertaking such construction. Contracts should be
forwarded to the Diocesan office with a statement by the vestry that such
instruments have the approval of the vestry and with a request that they be
executed by the Diocesan corporation.
Mortgages and notes to finance any such construction must be executed by the
Diocesan corporation, whether it be temporary financing for construction or
permanent financing.
Where there is temporary construction financing, it would be desirable for the
Vestry to designate some local bank or other institution as a trustee to disburse
funds upon requisition by a designated person. The vestry will request that the
Diocese approve a named person as agent to approve requisitions for payment.
The Diocese should obtain from the responsible vestry a letter or statement
incorporated in the request for the execution of the construction contracts, agreeing
that the parish will repay the debt with all costs and expenses thereto.
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POLICY STATEMENT OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE
Adopted June 6, 1974
Revisions approved by Standing Committee by email vote November 11, 2011
and ratified in its meeting January 19, 2012
The Standing Committee of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast has voted that,
effective January 1, 2012, the following Minimum Annual Salary Schedule be adopted,
based on years of service:
MINIMUM ANNUAL SALARY FOR FULL-TIME CLERGY
BASED ON YEARS OF SERVICE
Years of Service in the
Episcopal Ministry
Deacon or Priest
0
1
2
3
4
$ 50,712
$ 51,636
$ 52,584
$ 54,480
$ 55,884
In addition to these minimums, clergy are to be provided a Qualified Reimbursement
Plan, included in the Church Pension Fund, and provided at least 85% of the cost of
their group medical insurance.
Also, supply clergy should be paid a minimum of $175 for one Sunday service and
$200 for two services on the same Sunday, plus the IRS allowable rate for automobile
mileage reimbursement. (For 2012 the rate is 55.5¢ per mile.) Supply assistance for
more than two services on a Sunday or other supply assistance should be negotiated
between the parties.
The Committee emphasizes that the recommendation of minimum salaries must not
be permitted to operate against rewarding meritorious performance to the extent
financial resources permit. An individual presently receiving less than the amount his
years of service would call for as of January 1, 2012, should be brought up to this
amount as soon as possible. For a variety of reasons, however, there may be situations
where implementation of the recommended minimums cannot be easily accomplished,
but every effort should be made to bring about the minimums. The setting of minimum
salaries by themselves will not solve the inequities of inequitable compensation. Often,
minimums become maximums. To establish and from time to time to raise minimums
alone without regard to the effect of individuals above these minimums is also
undesirable. A balance should be struck between raising minimum salaries and
ensuring correction of inequities and continued reward for service and performance.
Salaries lower than those minimums will be permitted only with agreement between
the Bishop and the clergyman involved.
CANON 17
Section 6. The Parish Vestry shall pay its clergy at least the minimum salary and
allowance which have been or may be established by the Standing Committee for clergy
serving in this diocese.
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EXPENSE ALLOWANCE: Clergy should have a Qualified Reimbursement Plan
(QRP) approved by their vestry to be reimbursed for travel and automobile expenses,
meals and lodging expenses, if away from home overnight, as well as allowable
educational expenses.
CAR ALLOWANCE: The car allowance standard refers to Diocesan clergy, and
one of the following alternatives should be utilized and mutually agreed upon between
vestry and clergyman:
1.
Reimbursed for use of personal automobile for business use at the IRS
allowable rate for automobile mileage reimbursement. (For 2012 the rate is
55.5¢ per mile.)
2.
The congregation supplies the car and makes provisions for work-use
expense.
HOUSING AND HOUSING ALLOWANCES: The Standing Committee reviewed
the subject of clergy housing and reached the conclusion that it is advantageous for a
clergyman to be provided a housing allowance. He can then select housing
commensurate with the allowance and in keeping with the size of his family. This
would allow the clergyman to begin accumulating an equity and at the same time take
advantage of certain income tax advantages which accrue when a clergyman buys his
own house. It also provides a measure of security in the event of his retirement or
death. This is a major problem for clergymen who live in church-owned housing.
Where a congregation decides to sell an existing rectory and provide a housing
allowance, every consideration should be given by said congregation to restrict use of
the proceeds for capital purposes or use the income from an investment of proceeds to
help provide a housing allowance.
Congregations are cautioned not to act as a financing agent for purchasers of
church-owned property. The Standing Committee recommends that local banks or
other like institutions be used by purchasers, since most churches are neither organized
to keep up with amortization schedules nor able to take affirmative action when
foreclosure becomes necessary due to non-payment on the note.
Where housing is provided, it should be kept in good repair, equipped with stove
and refrigerator where required, and, if possible, carpeting and drapes in the main
rooms. Additionally, full payment of heat, water, gas, electricity, sewage and garbage
disposal, and church-related telephone calls is standard.
MOVING EXPENSES: Where a parish issues a call to a clergyman, the payment
of his moving expenses by the calling parish to the new position is standard. In the case
of calls by the Bishop to mission churches, it is suggested that the local congregations
and the Diocese come to an agreement on the amount of sharing the moving expenses.
GROUP LIFE INSURANCE: All active clergy, retired clergy canonically resident
in the Diocese, and lay employees of the Diocese, will be enrolled through the Church
Life Insurance Corporation, a subsidiary of the Church Pension Fund, for life insurance
coverage. This coverage will be in the amount of $40,000 life benefit for clergy; $50,000
for lay employees of the diocesan office; $40,000 Accident Death and Dismemberment
coverage and $2,000 benefit for retired clergy. Premiums for Group Life Insurance will
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be paid by the employing unit, except that lay employees of parishes may participate
in this program by paying premiums as they become due.
COMPREHENSIVE MEDICAL INSURANCE: All active parochial clergy
(working a minimum of 20 hours per week), retired parochial clergy canonically
resident in the Diocese, and clerical and lay employees of the Diocese (working a
minimum of 20 hours per week) and their dependents will be enrolled in the Diocesan
group medical insurance plans (Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield for active participants
and the Medical Trust (Church Pension Fund) for retired participants). For each of
these individuals, this coverage will provide comprehensive medical coverage up to age
65 with no lifetime benefit maximum. Major medical supplement to Medicare at age
65 or over will provide an annual benefit up to $50,000 and a lifetime maximum of
benefits of $200,000. Lay employees of congregations may participate in this program
by paying premiums when they become due.
Under the Empire Blue Cross plan, dependents include the spouse, children who
are younger than 30 years of age on December 31st of the current year, disabled
children, 30 years of age or older on December 31st of the current year, provided the
disability began before the age of 25.
The congregations will be billed monthly, by the Episcopal Church Medical Trust,
for the appropriate premium for their employees. It is expected that the congregations
and the Diocese will pay a portion (approximately 85%) of the premium, and at the
option of the congregation, the participant may be charged for the balance. Retired
participants and special cases will be billed quarterly by the Diocese for their
appropriate premium.
Retired clergy canonical resident in the Diocese at the time of their retirement are
eligible for a Medicare Supplement benefit from the Episcopal Church Medical Trust
of the Church Pension Fund, based on years of service. One such plan is at no cost to
qualifying participants. Other plans are available if a participant chooses, at their
expense.
The benefit (approximately 85% of the appropriate premium) for retired lay
employees of the Diocese and their dependents, will be paid by the Diocese based upon
the total number of years of service, which need not be continuous:
Years of Service
to the Diocese
Percentage of Diocesan Portion of
Group Insurance Premium Diocese Will Pay
0-4
5
6
7
8
9
10 or more
None
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
In the case of retirement before age 65 and eligibility for Medicare, clergy and spouse
will pay the premium for their appropriate benefit, except in the case of disability
retirement.
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LAY EMPLOYEES PENSION: The following resolution was adopted at the 21st
Diocesan Convention in 1991, and remains in effect:
“BE IT RESOLVED, that all parishes, missions and other ecclesiastical
organizations or bodies subject to the authority of this Church, and any other
societies, organizations, or bodies in the Church which under the regulations of the
Church Pension Fund have elected or shall elect to enroll ordained employees in the
pension system, shall provide all lay employees who work a minimum of 1,000
hours, annual retirement benefits through participation in the Episcopal Church Lay
Employees Retirement Plan or in an equivalent plan, the provisions of which are at
least equal to those of the Episcopal Church Lay Employees Retirement Plan. It is
strongly urged that such participation shall commence by January 1, 1993; but
implementation is expected to commence by January 1, 1994. At its commencement,
if the plan is a defined benefit plan, the employer contribution shall be not less than
9% of the employee’s salary; if the plan is a defined contribution plan, the employer
shall contribute not less than 5% and agree to match employee contributions of up to
another 4%; and that organizations with 20 or more employees be allowed to meet
only the 5% requirement by January 1, 1994 and to match 2% by January 1, 1995 with
an additional match of 2% by January 1, 1996; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the employer may impose a minimum age of
21 years and a minimum employment period not to exceed one year of continuous
employment before an employee would be eligible to participate.”
WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE: All parish and mission clergy and
all lay employees of all parishes and missions and of the Diocese, with the exception of
those persons employed in Parochial schools, will be covered under a blanket Workers'
Compensation Insurance policy written through the Diocese. This will cover accidental
or occupational disease arising out of or in the course of employment. State laws vary,
but in general, medical expense is paid, with a small weekly benefit. Congregations
will be billed individually for these premiums.
PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE: Canon 17, Section 7 provides "the
parish vestry shall procure such property and liability insurance coverage as the
Standing Committee may establish from time to time." The following Standing
Committee Policy was adopted October 5, 1993:
- Each church and church institution in the Diocese should be covered by the same
insurance carrier if possible.
- If being on the same policy is not practical, the church policy should be concurrent
with the diocesan policy in dollar limits and coverage, including 90% percent to
replacement value cost coverage on property insurance and the same dollar
amount for liability coverage.
- Congregations or institutions must comply with minimum policy limits on the
diocesan policy or must be on the diocesan policy in order to insure concurrent
coverage in the case of sexual misconduct liability.
- On "outside policies", the Diocese shall be named as "an additional named insured"
and the diocesan office shall be furnished a complete copy of the policy.
ANNUAL LEAVE: All active clergy are to be provided four weeks annual leave
or vacation with pay, which can be taken at a time agreed upon by the Rector and/or
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Vicar and the Vestry. Lay employees in the Diocesan office shall have the following
annual leave schedule: 0-2 years, two weeks; 3-7 years, three weeks; over 7 years, four
weeks. Lay employees of parishes, missions, and Diocesan institutions should also
have an established annual leave policy.
LEAVE OF ABSENCE FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION: All employees are
encouraged to continue professional or advanced education or training. This can be
taken at an agreed-upon time. The amount of time for this purpose is a decision of the
parties involved.
MILITARY LEAVE: Leave of absence must be granted for employees who are
conscripted or enlist in the Armed Services. Payment will be made through the last day
worked; and, upon return, such persons are entitled to all the re-employment benefits
of the Selective Services Act.
Absences for a short period (usually not more than two weeks) shall be granted for
annual training and special active duty for those members of reserve units who have
such obligations. Pay will be continued during the period, if possible.
JURY DUTY: Excused absence will be granted with part pay, the employing unit
paying the difference between the jury fee and the employee's regular salary. If the jury
duty assignment only requires a part of the work day, it is expected the employee will
return to complete the balance of the normal regular work day.
DEATH IN THE FAMILY: An emergency leave with pay should be granted in the
event of death in the immediate family of a regular employee with at least three
months' service. Immediate family includes parent, step-parent, spouse, child, stepchild, brother or sister. The length of time may be up to three days, depending on the
travel distance.
SICK LEAVE - CLERGY AND EXECUTIVE LAY EMPLOYEES: It is suggested that
clergy and executive lay employees be maintained on sick leave with full pay up to 13
consecutive weeks of prolonged illness. Salary payment may then reasonably be
discontinued, although adjudication should be made in each instance, and there may
be circumstances where this policy should be extended for a longer period.
SICK LEAVE - OTHER LAY EMPLOYEES: It is suggested that full-time lay
employees, other than described above, absent from work because of illness shall
during such illness receive up to 15 working days' full pay in any calendar year.
In the case of a long-term employee suffering from a long-term illness, the Vestry,
the Rector, the Bishop or the Standing Committee, as the case may be, could give special
consideration to extension of sick leave beyond prescribed limitations, taking into
account the employee's record of use of sick leave.
Good personnel practice elaborates the right of an employer to require a medical
report or evaluation where prolonged illness deprives the office of the services of a staff
member or where frequent brief illnesses cut seriously into efficiency. It should be
pointed out also the obligation of a staff member in justice to inform the employing unit
of health factors which may interfere significantly with effective fulfillment of duties.
OFF-DAYS - Clergy and lay employees will be expected to take a minimum of one
day each week away from his or her work.
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OTHER TIME SPENT AWAY FROM LOCAL CONGREGATIONS: Many clergy
have skills that can be utilized outside their parish, both for their own personal growth
and for the assistance of other agencies. Time spent away should be on a clear
agreement between a vestry and its clergy.
HOLIDAYS: The Diocesan office will observe the following holidays:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Good Friday (half day)
Easter Monday
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Day after Christmas
Should a holiday fall on a Saturday or Sunday, the day recognized by the State of
Florida will be substituted.
If an employee is required to work on a holiday, compensating time off should be
given within 30 days, or if that is not possible, the employee should be paid at the base
rate for the holiday worked.
Parishes, missions, and Diocesan institutions should have an established holiday
observance policy.
SOCIAL SECURITY: Both clergy and lay employees will observe the applicable
Federal laws regarding participation in the Social Security Program.
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OF
THE PROTESTANT EPISCOPAL CHURCH
IN THE DIOCESE OF THE CENTRAL GULF COAST, INC.
(A Corporation Not for Profit)
We, the undersigned, with other persons being desirous of forming a corporation
for religious purposes, under the provisions of Chapter 617 of the Florida Statutes, do
agree to the following:
ARTICLE I. Name
The name of this corporation shall be: "The Protestant Episcopal Church in the
Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, Inc."
ARTICLE II. Purposes
The general nature of the objects and purposes of this corporation shall be:
a. To propagate and disseminate the Gospel of the Lord, Jesus Christ.
b. To do all things necessary and proper in the pursuit of such objects and
purposes.
c. To be a constituent governing part of the "Protestant Episcopal Church in the
United States of America" and, subject only to any limitations in the laws of
Florida, the corporation recognizes, accedes to, and adopts the Constitution of
the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America, and
acknowledges its authority accordingly.
ARTICLE III. Location
The office of the corporation shall be in the City of Pensacola, County of Escambia,
State of Florida, or such other place as may be designated from time to time by the
Annual Diocesan Convention. Under the Constitution of the Protestant Episcopal
Church in the United States of America, and until further action by such national body,
the jurisdiction of the corporation comprises that part of south Alabama being south of
the northern boundaries of the Counties of Barbour, Pike, Crenshaw, Butler, Wilcox,
Clarke and Choctaw (that is, roughly south of Montgomery and Selma and north of
Eufaula, Troy and Greenville), and that part of northwest Florida which lies west of the
eastern boundaries of Jackson, Calhoun and Gulf counties (that is, along the
Apalachicola River, including that portion of Franklin County lying west of the River),
as they exist in the year 1970.
ARTICLE IV. Qualification of Members
The membership of the corporation shall consist of all persons resident within the
jurisdiction of the corporation who are members of the Protestant Episcopal Church as
such membership may be defined from time to time by the Canons (By-Laws) of the
corporation.
ARTICLE V. Term of Existence
This corporation is to exist perpetually.
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ARTICLE VI. Subscribers
The names and residences of the subscribers to these Articles are:
Name
The Rt. Rev. George M. Murray
Albert J. Tully
The Rev. Michael C. Boss
Ralph E. Compagno
The Rev. B. M. Currin
John D. Baumhauer, Jr.
Will G. Caffey
Walton Colvin
Maurice Luckie
Grover C. Robinson, Jr.
Residence
3809 Old Shell Road, Spring Hill
Mobile, Alabama 36608
1809 Spring Hill Avenue
3550 Cortez Drive
Pensacola, Florida 32503
4550 Knight Way Drive
300 West Moreno Street
155 Roberts Street
60 West Wimbledon Drive
1318 Wisteria Avenue
1120 West LaRua Street
1060 Dunwoody Drive
ARTICLE VII. Organization
Section 1. The affairs of the corporation are to be managed by the Bishop of the
Diocese (who shall be president and chief executive officer), a Standing Committee
(which shall consist of not less than three (3) persons), and such other officers and
committees as may be provided from time to time by the Canons (By-Laws). The
Canons shall provide for the time and manner in which the Standing Committee and
other officers and committees are elected or appointed.
Section 2. The Bishop shall be the Ecclesiastical Authority of the Diocese. When
there is no Bishop, the Standing Committee shall be the Ecclesiastical Authority of the
Diocese for all proper purposes.
Section 3. The Diocesan Convention shall be the Legislative Authority of the
Diocese. It shall be composed of Clergy and Lay Delegates as provided by the Canons.
There shall be an annual meeting of the Diocesan Convention at such time and place
as the Canons shall provide. The Ecclesiastical Authority of the Diocese shall have
power to call a Special Diocesan Convention, provided thirty (30) days' notice thereof
shall be given to all Clergy and Congregations entitled to representation, in writing,
specifying the time and place of meeting and the business to be transacted.
Section 4. The Election of a Bishop of the Diocese shall be had in Regular or
Special Diocesan Convention. The quorum required for the election of a Bishop shall
be two-thirds of all Clergy entitled to vote and two-thirds of all Lay Delegates entitled
to be members of the Diocesan Convention. The election shall be in the following
manner: After nominations have been made in open Convention, the vote shall be by
Orders (Clergy and Lay) and by secret ballot, and a qualified Bishop or Presbyter shall
be chosen. A concurrent majority in both Orders shall be necessary for a choice.
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ARTICLE VIII. Interim Organization
The affairs of the corporation shall be managed by the following officers and bodies
who shall serve until the first Annual Diocesan Convention.
Office
Name
Bishop
The Rt. Rev. George M.
Murray, DD, LLD, LHD
Chancellor
Albert J. Tully
Secretary
The Rev. Michael C. Boss
Treasurer
Ralph E. Compagno
RegistrarHistoriographer The Rev. B. M. Currin
Standing
Committee
The Rev. Lavan B. Davis
The Rev. Donald Clawson
The Rev. William Anderson
The Rev. Patrick M. Sanders
The Rev. Barnum M. McCarty
The Rev. Coleman Inge
Mr. Maurice Luckey
Mr. Betts Slingluff, Jr.
Mrs. W. M. C. Wilhoit
Mrs. Robert Wilkes
Mr. John D. Baumhauer, Jr.
Mr. William R. Ruffles, Jr.
Mr. Walton Colvin
Mr. Howard Dimmig
Judge Will G. Caffey
Address
3809 Old Shell Road
Spring Hill
1107 Commerce Building
Post Office Box 47
3550 Cortez Drive
Post Office Box 2235
4550 Knight Way Drive
300 West Moreno Street
Post Office Box 545
Marianna, Florida 32446
151 South Ann Street
1620 West Beach Drive
Panama City, Florida 32401
1050 Azalea Road
306 N. DeVilliers St.
207 Blumberg Drive
Dothan, Alabama 36301
1711 East Lakeview Ave.
Route 2
Graceville, Florida 32440
155 Roberts Street
Post Office Box 383
Fairhope, Alabama 36532
1318 Wisteria Avenue
Post Office Box 215
Shalimar, Florida 32579
60 West Wimbledon Drive
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ARTICLE IX. Canons (By-Laws)
Section 1. The Diocesan Convention shall provide such Canons for the conduct of
the business and the carrying out of the purposes of the corporation as it may deem
necessary from time to time, consistent with the Constitution and Canons of the
Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America and the laws of the State
of Florida.
Section 2. Such Canons shall be subject to amendment from time to time by the
Diocesan Convention in such manner as may be provided therein.
ARTICLE X. Amendments
These Articles of Incorporation may be amended by a resolution introduced in
writing and considered in the Diocesan Convention. If approved by a majority of the
Diocesan Convention it shall lie over until the next Diocesan Convention when, upon
consideration again, if it be approved by a majority of each Order, voting separately,
the amendment shall become effective.
ARTICLE XI. Non-Profit Status
Section 1. No part of the net earnings of the corporation shall inure to the benefit
of any individual or member.
Section 2. No person, firm or corporation shall ever receive any dividends or
profits from the undertakings of this corporation.
Section 3. The corporation shall not carry on propaganda, or otherwise act to
influence legislation.
Section 4. In the event of dissolution, the residual assets of the corporation shall
be turned over to one or more organizations which are exempt organizations as
described in Section 501©)(3) and Section 170© of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954
or corresponding sections of any prior or future Internal Revenue Code, or by income
tax regulations, amended, or to the Federal, State or local government for exclusive
public purpose.
ARTICLE XII. Powers
In order to promote the purposes of this corporation, it may acquire property by
grant, gift, purchase, devise or bequest, and hold and dispose of such property as the
corporation shall require for the benefit of the members and not for pecuniary profit.
(Signatures appear on original document.)
RULES OF ORDER
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RULES OF ORDER
FOR CONDUCTING THE BUSINESS OF THE CONVENTION OF THE
RULE I.
After Divine Service, the President shall take the chair, and call the Diocesan
Convention to order, when the order of proceedings shall be as follows:
Section 1. The Secretary, or Assistant Secretary, of the last Diocesan Convention,
if present (or the Secretary of the Standing Committee) shall determine, by roll call, or
registration, which of the Clergy entitled to seats are present.
Section 2. The Secretary shall, in like manner, determine which of the Lay
Delegates, for whom the Certificates of Election are in order, and who are, therefore,
entitled to seats, are present.
RULE II.
A quorum being found present, the President shall declare the Diocesan Convention
organized for business.
RULE III.
The Diocesan Convention shall then proceed to the election of a Secretary, who shall
have the power to appoint assistants, with the concurrence of the Convention.
RULE IV.
The President may appoint the following standing committees of the Diocesan
Convention:
1. Unfinished Business (Dispatch of Business)
2. Credentials and Privileges
3. Charter and Canons
4. Status of Parishes and Missions and Admission of New Parishes
5. The State of the Church
6. Finance
7. Elections
8. Such other committees as the President shall determine
RULE V.
All reports of officers and Committees to the Convention shall be in writing, and shall
be submitted thirty (30) days prior to the opening of the Convention.
RULE VI.
(a) All Resolutions to be presented to the Convention shall be submitted, in written
form, to the Secretary forty-five (45) days prior to the opening of the Convention. These
pre-filed Resolutions shall be distributed to each congregation within the Diocese no
later than thirty (30) days prior to the first day of each Convention. Resolutions to alter
or amend the Canons of the Diocese shall be submitted, in written form, to the Secretary
not less than ninety (90) days prior to the opening of the Convention and shall be
distributed to the congregations of the Diocese not less than sixty (60) days prior to the
opening of Convention.
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(b) At the first business meeting of the convention, the substance of each
Resolution presented under the provisions of paragraph (a) shall be made known to the
Convention together with assignment of such Resolution to committees, and
Resolutions shall be read at length at that time if requested. Copies of all Resolutions
shall be made available at Convention to all Delegates.
(c) Any Resolution not presented in accordance with paragraph (a) may be
introduced to the Convention for consideration only by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of
Convention taken at the first business meeting.
(d) Nothing in this Rule shall prevent the Bishop from introducing new matters
to the Convention for consideration or action through his address to Convention; and
nothing in this Rule shall prevent a committee of Convention from introducing new
matters to Convention through its majority report.
(e) The Bishop may refer any Resolution to a committee for such action as it deems
proper.
RULE VII.
The Order of Business shall be:
The Bishop's Address
The Report of the Standing Committee
The Reports of the General Officers
The Reports of standing committees of the Convention
The Adoption of the Operating Budget for the Diocese
The Elections of the Officers and Committees of the Diocese
RULE VIII.
No member shall absent himself from the sessions of the Convention unless he has
leave or is unable to attend.
RULE IX.
When a member is about to speak in debate, or deliver any matter to the Convention,
he shall rise from his seat, and, with due respect, address himself in an audible voice
to the President, confining himself to the point in debate. No member shall speak twice
in the same debate without leave of the Convention.
RULE X.
When the President is putting any question, the members shall continue in their seats
and not hold private discourse. Every member present shall vote when a question is
put, unless excused by the Convention. In a vote by orders, the name of the President
shall be called last.
RULE XI.
When a question is under consideration, no motion shall be made unless to lay upon
the table, to postpone to a certain time, to commit, to amend, or to offer a substitute.
Motions for any of these purposes shall have precedence in the order named. A motion
to lay on the table shall be decided without debate.
RULE XII.
A motion to adjourn shall always be in order, and, if unqualified, shall be decided
without debate.
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RULE XIII.
No motion shall be considered as before the Convention, unless seconded and reduced
to writing.
RULE XIV.
A question being once determined shall stand as the judgment of the convention and
shall not again be considered during the session; but, a question being decided may be
reconsidered with the consent of two-thirds (2/3) of the members present on a motion
to that purpose by one (1) of the majority of the first decision.
RULE XV.
All committees shall be appointed by the President unless otherwise ordered.
RULE XVI.
The daily business of the Convention shall be called up and acted upon in the following
order unless changed by vote of the Convention:
1. Communications from the President
2. Reports of the Standing Committee of the Diocese and other Diocesan Officers
3. Reports of standing committees of the Convention.
4. Reports of special committees
5. Petitions and Memorials
6. Motions, resolutions and general business
RULE XVII.
All questions of order shall be decided by the President in the first instance; but, any
members may appeal from such decision, and, on such appeal, no member may speak
more than once without leave of the Convention.
RULE XVIII.
Clergymen of the Protestant Episcopal Church not entitled to seats, and candidates for
Holy Orders of the Diocese shall be admitted to the sittings of the Convention, and their
names entered in the Journal, or reporting themselves to the Secretary; but without the
right to take part in the proceedings.
RULE XIX.
The Rules of Order may be suspended by a vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the members
present.
RULE XX.
Except in conflict with the Constitution or Canons, or any Rule herein contained, the
latest edition of Roberts' Rules of Order shall govern the interpretation of these Rules and
the procedures to be followed.
RULE XXI.
The above shall be the Rules of Order of all future Conventions of the Diocese, unless
altered or rescinded.
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THE CANONS OF
THE PROTESTANT EPISCOPAL CHURCH IN THE
DIOCESE OF THE CENTRAL GULF COAST, INC.
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1. "The Church" shall refer to The Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States
of America, otherwise known as The Episcopal Church (which name is hereby
recognized as also designating the Church);
2. "The Diocese" shall refer to The Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of
the Central Gulf Coast, Inc., otherwise known as The Episcopal Church in the Diocese
of the Central Gulf Coast (which name is hereby recognized as also designating the
name of the Diocese).
3. "The Convention" shall refer to the Diocesan Convention of The Protestant
Episcopal Church in the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, Inc.
4. "The Bishop" shall refer to the regularly elected and consecrated Bishop who
is in charge of the Diocese.
5. "General Constitution" and "General Canons" shall refer to the Constitution and
Canons of the Church. "Constitution" and "Canons" shall refer to the Diocesan
Constitution and Canons.
6. "Congregation" shall refer to a parish, an organized mission, a mission station,
or a college chapel, in union with the Convention.
7. Whenever the words "he", "his", "vestry person", "vestry person", "clergyman",
"clergymen" or words of similar import shall appear in these Canons, such words shall
be construed as generic words, including males and females, except where the context
clearly requires such words to mean male persons.
8. "General Officers of the Diocese" shall consist of the Chancellors, the Secretary,
the Treasurer and the Registrar-Historiographer.
9. "Rector" shall refer to a priest canonically settled in accordance with the General
Canons in a parish in union with the Convention.
"Curate" shall refer to a priest serving as an assistant, by whatever title
designated, in a parish, who is canonically resident in the Diocese, and who is called
by the Vestry on the recommendation of the Rector after communication with the
Bishop as provided in the General Canons.
"Vicar" shall refer to a priest or deacon for a mission Congregation who is
canonically resident in the Diocese and is appointed by the ecclesiastical authority.
“Priest-in-Charge” shall refer to a priest appointed by the Bishop, after
consultation with the Vestry, to serve in any congregation in which there is no Rector,
and who shall exercise the duties of Rector as provided in the General Canons.
“Transitional Deacon” shall refer to a deacon canonically resident in the Diocese
who is determined by the ecclesiastical authority to be actively involved in training and
preparation for ordination to the priesthood in the Diocese.
“Vocational Deacon” shall refer to any deacon who is not a Transitional Deacon.
"College Chaplain" shall refer to a priest or deacon for a college chapel appointed
by the ecclesiastical authority.
“Agency” shall refer to any of the following organizations of the Diocese: Wilmer
Hall Children’s Home, Beckwith Camp and Retreat Center, and Murray House.
CANON 1: NAME
The name of this corporation shall be THE PROTESTANT EPISCOPAL CHURCH
IN THE DIOCESE OF THE CENTRAL GULF COAST, INC.
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CANON 2: ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AUTHORITY
The Church in the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, Inc. declares itself to be a
constituent governing part of the "Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of
America" and, subject only to any limitations in the laws of Alabama and Florida, the
corporation recognizes, accedes to, and adopts the Constitution of The Protestant
Episcopal Church in the United States of America, and acknowledges its authority
accordingly.
CANON 3: DIOCESAN CONVENTION
Section 1. The Diocesan Convention of The Protestant Episcopal Church in the
Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, Inc. shall be the Legislative Authority.
Section 2. The time and place of each Annual Diocesan Convention shall be
determined by the preceding Convention. For sufficient cause, the Ecclesiastical
Authority, with the consent of the Standing Committee, may change the time or place,
or both; provided that written notice of such change be given to all clergy and
congregations at least thirty (30) days prior to such meeting.
Section 3. The Ecclesiastical Authority shall have power to call a Special Diocesan
Convention with the advice and consent of the Standing Committee. Thirty (30) days'
notice thereof shall be given to the clergy and congregations of the Diocese, stating the
business to be transacted, and the time and place of meeting. Business other than that
stated in said notice can be considered only by a three-fourths (3/4) vote of the Special
Diocesan Convention.
Section 4. The voting membership of the convention shall consist of:
a. Clerical Delegates, each of whom shall be either a priest canonically resident in
the Diocese, and who is Rector or Curate or Priest-in-Charge in a parish, or Vicar of a
mission, or who is on the staff of the Diocese or an Agency of the Diocese; or a priest
canonically resident in the Diocese who has retired in accordance with the General
Canons and who serves in one of the aforesaid positions with the express approval of
the Bishop according to the General Canons; or a Transitional Deacon assigned by the
Bishop to a parish or mission or an Agency of the Diocese; and
b. Lay Delegates from the several Congregations in the Diocese, as follows:
They shall be communicants in good standing, entitled to vote in
congregational meetings.
c. Each Parish shall be entitled to the following representation, based on the last
Annual Report of the Parish:
Fewer than 300 communicants in good standing -- Three Delegates
300-599 communicants in good standing -- Four Delegates
600-999 communicants in good standing -- Five Delegates
1,000 or more communicants in good standing -- Six Delegates
d. Each Parish failing to maintain its status as a Parish in union with the Diocese
shall be entitled to two (2) Delegates.
e. Each Mission Station or Organized Missions shall be entitled to the following
representation:
Mission Stations and Organized Mission of fewer than 100
communicants in good standing -- One Delegate
Organized Missions of 100 or more
communicants in good standing -- Two Delegates
f. Each Congregation entitled to the above representation shall also be entitled to
elect one (1) Alternate Delegate for each Delegate.
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Section 5. Elections of Delegates, which may be by the congregation or be
delegated by it to the Vestry, shall be held not later than sixty (60) days prior to the date
of the Convention, and all Delegates so elected shall serve for one (1) year, or until their
successors are elected, and shall also be the Delegates for all Special or Called Meetings
of the Convention during their term of service. Elections shall be certified according to
the following form, which shall be completed and filed with the Ecclesiastical Authority
not later than sixty (60) days prior to the opening of the Convention.
We do hereby certify that at a meeting of the (Congregation/Vestry) of
_______________________________________________(Parish/Mission), held on
the _______day of___________________________, A. D._____,
DELEGATES
ALTERNATES
were duly elected to
represent said Church in the Diocesan Convention of the Diocese of the
Central Gulf Coast, to be held at _____________________________ on
the_______day of______________, next, and that they are Confirmed
Communicants in good standing and worshipers and regular contributors in
the said Congregation.
Dated_________________________________________________________________
Signed_________________________________________________________________
(Rector, Vicar, Warden)
and _________________________________________________________________
(Clerk)
Section 6. The expenses of the Clerical and Lay Delegates to the Convention shall
be paid by the Congregations they represent and serve.
Section 7. All Clerical Delegates shall be required to attend the Diocesan
Convention, unless excused by the Bishop.
Section 8. All Officers of the Diocese, all clergy canonically resident in the Diocese
but not entitled to vote in Convention, Vocational Deacons, and Youth Representatives
of the Diocesan Youth Committee as may be appointed by the Bishop shall be entitled
to Seat and Voice in the Convention but no vote, unless otherwise qualified. The
Convention may grant the Privileges of the Floor, including Seat and Voice, to visiting
clergy and others, including clergy serving in the Diocese but not canonically resident.
No Diocesan employee shall be eligible for election as a General Officer of the Diocese.
Section 9. The Convention shall sit as one (1) House, unless otherwise specified
in the Canons, and each member, Clerical and Lay, shall be entitled to one (1) vote on
any issue; provided that, upon call of five (5) Members, a Vote by Orders upon any
issue may be required; in which case the Clerical and Lay Members shall vote
separately, and concurrence in both Orders shall be required.
Section 10. One half (½) plus one (1) of the clergy entitled to vote in Convention
, and one half (½) plus one (1) of the Lay Delegates entitled to vote in the Convention
shall constitute a quorum, which shall be required for the transaction of business.
Section 11. The Bishop shall be the presiding Officer of the Convention. In the
Bishop’s absence, the Bishop Coadjutor, or the Suffragan Bishop, if there be one, shall
preside. If no Bishop be present, the President of the Standing Committee shall call the
Convention to order, and a President of the Convention, pro tempore, shall be elected by
the Convention.
Section 12. All elections are to be by a majority, but the Convention may, from
time to time, in elections involving several persons to the same office, e.g., Deputies to
General Convention, amend this rule.
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Section 13. In the event of the occurrence of a vacancy on any committee elected
by the Convention, said committee shall have the power to fill such vacancy in
conformity with the provisions of the Charter and Canons. If any individual elected or
appointed to perform a duty is unable, for any reason, to perform the duty for which
elected or appointed, the Ecclesiastical Authority shall appoint a successor for as long
as may be necessary, unless otherwise provided in the Canons.
CANON 4: SUPPORT OF THE DIOCESE
It shall be the privilege and responsibility of each Congregation to support
financially and otherwise the Diocese and its programs.
CANON 5: CHANCELLOR
Section 1. Two Chancellors, one for the Alabama portion of the Diocese and one
for the Florida portion of the Diocese, shall be nominated by the Bishop, be elected by
the Diocesan Convention annually unless the nomination be rejected in which event
further nominations shall be made by the Bishop until two be elected; and shall be a
confirmed communicant in good standing, learned in the law. The Chancellors shall
act as legal advisors of the Bishop and of the Standing Committee, and of all other
committees of the Convention, whenever they may require legal advice in questions
affecting the interest of the Church, in whose jurisdiction the matters rests, and shall
perform such other duties as may be prescribed by Canon or by resolution of the
Convention.
Section 2. Should the Bishop desire a Vice-Chancellor, the same procedure as in
nomination and election of the Chancellors shall be followed.
CANON 6: SECRETARY
Section 1. The Secretary shall be nominated by the Bishop, be elected by the
Diocesan Convention annually unless the nomination be rejected in which event further
nominations shall be made by the Bishop until one be elected; and shall have the power
to appoint assistants, with the concurrence of the Convention. The Secretary shall not
be eligible for re-election for one (1) year after having served five (5) consecutive terms.
Section 2. The Secretary shall receive the Annual Parochial Reports of each
Congregation, as required by the Canons of the Church.
Section 3. At the opening of each Convention, the Secretary shall furnish a list of
elected Delegates and Alternates to the Committee on Credentials. During the
Convention, the Secretary shall keep a careful and exact record of the proceedings
thereof. When such record has been certified by the Bishop and Secretary, it shall serve
as the official minutes of the Convention.
Section 4. The Secretary shall be responsible for publishing the Annual Journal of
the Diocese, and shall notify all persons who have been elected to any office in the
Diocese of the fact that they have been chosen.
Section 5. The Secretary shall fulfill all the requirements of the General Canons of
the Church relating to that office, and shall fulfill all other duties that normally pertain
to the Office of Secretary.
CANON 7: TREASURER
Section 1. The Treasurer shall be nominated by the Bishop, be elected by the
Diocesan Convention annually unless the nomination be rejected in which event further
nomination shall be made by the Bishop until one can be elected. The Treasurer shall
not be eligible for re-election for one (1) year after having served five (5) consecutive
terms.
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Section 2. The Treasurer shall be responsible for all monies collected under the
authority of the Diocesan Convention, and not otherwise regulated. The Treasurer shall
forward, in due time, to the Treasurer of the General Convention, the amount assessed
upon the Diocese for the contingent expenses of the General Convention. The
Treasurer’s accounts shall be rendered to the Diocesan Convention annually, and bond
shall be given in a sum, and with security, satisfactory to the Standing Committee. The
Treasurer shall perform such other duties as pertain to the office, or which shall be
enjoyed by the Convention. The Treasurer shall, from time to time, make such
recommendations regarding finances as may seem to be for the best interests of the
Diocese.
Section 3. The Treasurer shall furnish to the Secretary, prior to the convention, a
list of all Congregations and their contributions to the Diocese.
Section 4. An Assistant Treasurer may be elected by the Convention, upon the
nomination of the Bishop.
CANON 8: REGISTRAR-HISTORIOGRAPHER
Section 1. The Registrar-Historiographer shall be elected annually by the Diocesan
Convention.
Section 2. The Registrar-Historiographer shall gather, receive and safeguard all
materials of historical significance in the Diocese and the several Parishes and Missions,
and shall present to each Convention a report of all such events as may deemed to be
of permanent interest and importance.
CANON 9: STANDING COMMITTEE
Section 1. The Standing Committee shall consist of six (6) presbyters qualified to
vote in Convention and nine (9) lay Confirmed Communicants in good standing. Of
those to be initially elected by the Primary Convention, three (3) presbyters and three
(3) lay communicants shall be nominated to the Convention by the Bishop, and three
(3) presbyters and six (6) lay communicants shall be nominated by the Convention
itself. At the first meeting after their election the members of the Standing Committee
shall decide by drawing for terms their tenure of office as follows:
Of those nominated by the Bishop one (1) presbyter and one (1) lay communicant
each to hold office for one (1) year, and one (1) of each to hold office for two (2) years,
and one (1) of each to hold office for three (3) years; and of those nominated by the
Convention one (1) presbyter and two (2) lay communicants to hold office for one (1)
year, one (1) presbyter and two (2) lay communicants to hold office for two (2) years,
and one (1) presbyter and two (2) lay communicants to hold office for three (3) years;
so that thereafter the Convention shall elect annually persons to succeed those whose
terms shall have expired at the said date and who, when so elected, shall serve the full
term of three (3) years and until their successors are elected. Persons elected to succeed
in office predecessors elected on nomination by the Bishop also shall be elected upon
nomination by the Bishop; and in like manner those elected to succeed in office
predecessors elected on nomination by the Convention, shall also be elected upon
nomination by the Convention. A person who has served a full three (3) year term on
the Standing Committee shall be ineligible to re-election for one (1) year after the term
of office shall have expired. Vacancies occurring between Annual Conventions may be
filled for the unexpired term thereof by a majority vote of the remaining members.
Section 2. The Standing Committee shall:
a. Be a council of advice to the Bishop and shall fulfill, and in no manner be
contrary to, the General Constitution and General Canons.
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b. Act as a planning committee for the Diocese, and shall advise the Bishop and/or
the Diocesan Convention of procedures or actions which it deems wise to be taken
under consideration.
c. Establish a Finance Committee or Department of Finance, which shall give effect
to the standard business methods in Church affairs, and which shall fulfill such other
duties as may be given to it from time to time by the Convention.
d. Have no legislative authority of its own except such as may be provided by the
General Canons, and such as may be given to it from time to time by the Convention.
Section 3. The Standing Committee shall annually elect its President and such
other Officers as it may determine, and shall define their duties. It shall keep a record
of its proceedings and make an annual report of them to the Convention, except such
as pertain to the exercise of its function as a council of advice to the Bishop.
Section 4. The Standing Committee shall hold regular meetings, not less than four
(4) times each year, at such time and place as it may select, and at such other times as
it may be called into session by the President thereof, by the Bishop, or by any four (4)
of its members. A majority of the members shall constitute a quorum.
CANON 10: FINANCE
Section 1. The fiscal year begins January 1.
Section 2. All accounts of the Diocese shall be audited annually by a Certified
Public Accountant. All accounts of Parishes, Missions or other institutions shall be
audited annually by a Certified Public Accountant, or Licensed Public Accountant, or
such audit committee as shall be authorized by the Finance Committee, or other
appropriate Diocesan authority.
Section 3. There shall be a Diocesan blanket bond approved by the Bishop, if such
bond be available, covering all persons authorized to receive or disburse monies of the
Diocese or any organization thereof. If such blanket bond be not available, it shall be
the duty of such persons to furnish bond in such amount and with such surety or
sureties as the Bishop may deem proper, and payment for such bond shall be from the
funds in the custody of each such person.
Section 4. a. The members of the Finance Committee of the Diocese shall be ex
officio the Trustees of all such Trust Funds as may be committed to their charge by the
convention or by the Standing Committee.
b. The Trustees of the General Trust Funds of the Diocese shall be governed in the
performance of their duties by the Canons of the Diocese and by resolutions of the
Convention or of the Standing Committee not inconsistent with the Canons and the
Articles of Incorporation.
CANON 11: PENSION FUND
Section 1. It shall be the duty of the Standing Committee to do all things that may
be required or that it may deem proper to conform to and carry out the Church Pension
Fund system as established by the Church, and provided for by the General Canons.
Section 2. Any Congregation which has not paid the full amount of its annual
premium due the Church Pension Fund for the preceding year shall be deprived of its
right to representation in the Convention, which right shall not be restored until the
said premiums have been paid in full.
CANON 12: TITLE TO PROPERTIES
Section 1. Title to all real property pertaining to the Diocese, a Parish or other
congregation shall be in the Diocese; and shall be held and conveyed in accordance with
the provisions of these Canons.
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Section 2. All legal instruments and papers relating to title shall be submitted to
the Chancellor for examination and approval prior to conveyance of title to any such
properties.
Section 3. No real property of any Parish, Organized Mission, or Mission Station
on which is located its Church, Chapel, Parish House or Rectory, shall ever be
encumbered or alienated without the written consent of the Rector, if there be one, the
written consent of the Vestry, the written consent of the Ecclesiastical Authority, and
the consent of Diocesan Convention or the Standing Committee, expressed by a
resolution adopted by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of such Convention or Committee.
CANON 13: CONVOCATIONS
The Diocese may be divided into Convocations if the Convention so authorizes
upon request by the Bishop. The Bishop may determine from time to time the number
of such Convocations, their geographical boundaries, and whether or not they shall be
headed by Archdeacons or Deans.
CANON 14: BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
The Bishop, if so desired, may establish such Boards and Commissions as may
expedite the work of the Church in the Diocese, by designating such Boards and
Commissions, and the number of members of the same, as the Bishop shall deem
necessary to fulfill their functions. The members of such Boards and Commissions shall
be nominated by the Bishop and be elected annually by the Convention, except that if
any nomination be rejected further nomination to such position shall be made by the
Bishop until one be elected.
CANON 15: MISSIONS STATIONS
Section 1. It shall be competent for any number of persons, ten (10) of whom are
Confirmed Communicants of the Church in good standing over the age of twenty-one
(21) years, who are desirous of maintaining services in any community according to the
doctrine, discipline and worship of The Protestant Episcopal Church in the United
States of America, to be formed into a Mission Station. Such persons shall make and
sign a petition to the Bishop in charge of Missions, who in their discretion, may approve
the same upon such terms and conditions as may be deemed expedient; and if
approved, shall make and issue a certificate to that effect, stating therein the terms and
conditions of the approval, and forward the same to the petitioners. The petition shall
include a proposed name for the Mission Station, which shall be subject to the advice
and consent of the Bishop in charge of Missions. The Bishop in charge of Missions may
present to the Standing Committee a petition requesting admission of a Mission Station
into union with the Convention. Upon approval by the Standing Committee, the Next
Convention by majority vote may admit said Mission Station into union. The Bishop
in charge of Missions may, upon the Bishop’s own initiative, create a Mission Station
at any place where it may deemed desirable or appropriate.
Section 2. The Bishop in charge of Missions shall annually appoint for each
Mission Station not less than three (3) nor more than five (5) vestry members.
Section 3. No purchase of a church site shall be made for a Mission Station without
the consent of the Bishop in charge of Missions and the Standing Committee.
CANON 16: ORGANIZED MISSIONS
Section 1. a. Not less than twenty-five (25) Confirmed Communicants of the
Church, in good standing, of eighteen (18) years of age and upwards, of whom not less
than ten (10) shall be of the age of twenty-one (21) years and upwards, may apply to
become an Organized Mission in the following manner:
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b. They shall lay before the Bishop in charge of Missions and the Standing
Committee a petition signed by not less than the minimum number of Confirmed
Communicants as specified in Section 1.a. of this Canon, acknowledging and acceding
to the doctrine, discipline and worship of The Protestant Episcopal Church in the
United States of America, and undertaking and promising that such Organized
Mission, if consent to its organization be given, shall
(1) Agree to pay a stated amount for the support of the salary of its Vicar.
(2) Agree to submit annually a proposed budget to the proper Diocesan
Committee.
c. If the Bishop in charge of Missions and the Standing Committee consent to the
organization of the Congregation as an Organized Mission, the Bishop shall appoint a
Minister to perfect the same.
d. The Vicar appointed by the Bishop in charge of Missions shall preside over the
organizational meeting, and not less than three (3), nor more than nine (9), vestry
members shall be elected, whose qualifications and duties insofar as applicable, shall
be the same as those which devolve upon or pertain to the Vestry of a Parish, subject
to interpretation by the Bishop in charge of Missions. From among their number, the
Vestry shall elect two (2) Wardens, designated as Junior and Senior, although all duties
belong equally to both, and from among their number or from among signers of the
petition a Clerk and a Treasurer.
e. At the meeting of the Diocesan Convention which follows the organizational
meeting described in this Canon the Bishop in charge of Missions shall present the
petition of the newly Organized Mission, along with the Bishop’s recommendations and
the recommendations of the Standing Committee. The Mission may then be admitted
into union with the Convention as an Organized Mission by a majority vote of the
Convention.
Section 2. No purchase of a church site shall be made for an Organized Mission
without the consent of the Bishop in charge of Missions and the Standing Committee.
Section 3. The Vicar shall preside over and conduct the Vestry meetings which
shall be held a minimum of once a quarter. In the absence of the Vicar, the Senior
Warden, or if the Senior Warden be not present then the Junior Warden, shall conduct
the Vestry meetings.
Section 4. The provisions of Canons 17, 18 and 19, which refer to Parishes, shall
apply to Missions and Mission Stations where applicable.
CANON 17: PARISHES
Section 1. a. Notice of the desire to organize a Parish shall be given to the
Ecclesiastical Authority. Said notice shall be in writing, and contain such information
as may enable the Bishop and Standing Committee to judge the propriety of the
proposed act, which notice shall be signed by the persons who desire to organize.
Approval by the Bishop and Standing Committee shall be essential for organization,
and for the admission of the Parish into union with the Convention.
b. Every application to organize a new Parish in the general area served by an
existing Parish or Parishes, shall be accompanied by a certificate showing the approval
or disapproval of the Rector and Vestry of each of such existing Parishes. In all cases
the consent of the Bishop and Standing Committee must be obtained.
Section 2. For the organization of a Parish, not less than one hundred (100)
Confirmed Communicants eighteen (18) years of age or over, shall assemble at the
specified time and place, due notice having been given at Divine Service on the two (2)
preceding Sundays, and adopt and sign the Articles of Association prescribed by the
Diocese in Section 3 of this Canon. Provided, however, that no such organization shall
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be had until a specified annual sum towards the support of the Rector and the expenses
of the Parish together with the pension premium and a reasonable provision for the
support of the Diocese and Diocesan expenses shall be assured to the satisfaction of the
Bishop and the Standing Committee.
Section 3.
We whose names are hereto subscribed, desirous of enjoying the privileges of
religious worship and instruction for ourselves and families, according to the
forms and doctrines of The Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of the
Central Gulf Coast, Inc., and desirous of being assembled in conformity with
the Canon prescribed by the Diocesan Convention, of said Church, for the
government of Parishes composing same, under and by virtue of said acts, on
this ______day of ____________________, Anno Domini_________, do form
ourselves into a Parish, and adopt the following Articles of Association, to-wit:
Article I. This Parish shall be known by the name of "The Rector, Wardens, and
Vestry of
__________________________________________________________________
___, at ___________________________________________________".
Article II. This Parish acknowledges, accedes to, and adopts, and shall at all times
adhere to the doctrine, discipline, worship, and usages of The Protestant Episcopal
Church in the United States of America, and likewise the Constitutions and Canons
of said Church, as set forth by the General Convention and the Charter and Canons
of the Church in the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, Inc., as prescribed by the
Diocesan Convention.
Article III. When any person uniting with this Association shall disclaim, or
refuse, conformity to the Authorities mentioned in the preceding Article, that
person shall cease to be a member of this Parish.
Article IV. The Wardens and Vestry of _____________________________
__________________________________ shall be elected as provided in the Canons
of the Diocese, and their duties shall be such as are conferred by said Canons.
Article V. Delegates shall be elected to represent the Parish at the annual meeting
of the Diocesan Convention as provided by the Canons and it shall be their duty
to attend all meetings of the Diocesan Convention.
Article VI. In case of the dissolution or extinction of this Parish, for any cause
whatsoever, the lands, tenements, and other estates, real or personal, if such there
be, shall vest in The Protestant Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of the
Central Gulf Coast, Inc.
Section 4. Any Congregation complying with the provisions of Canon 17 may,
upon application in writing, accompanied by the Articles of Association, or a certified
copy thereof, be admitted into union with the Diocesan Convention.
Section 5. With the adoption of these Canons by the Convention, each and every
Parish now located in the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast automatically comes under
the items listed in Section 3.
Section 6. The Parish Vestry shall pay its clergy at least the minimum salary and
allowances which have been or may be established by the Standing Committee for
clergy serving in this Diocese.
Section 7. The Parish Vestry shall procure such property and liability insurance
coverage as the Standing Committee may establish from time to time.
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CANON 18: PARISH MEETINGS
Section 1. The Congregation of each Parish shall meet at least annually, on a date
to be appointed by the Vestry. Notice of such meeting shall be given by the Rector, or,
if there be none, by one of the Wardens, to the members of the Congregation, at least
two (2) weeks before the appointed date, either in writing or at the regular services.
The meeting shall be designated as the Annual Parish Meeting. At such meeting, after
election of a Secretary for the meeting, there shall be conducted the election of vestry
members, unless they have been elected previously; the Rector and Parish Treasurer
shall make their reports and the reports of Parish organizations shall likewise then be
made; and such other business as may be properly brought before the meeting by any
Communicant entitled to vote as provided by Section 4 of this Canon shall be
transacted. A vestry member may be elected at any other Parish meeting if the Vestry
so determines and notice is given as in the case of the Annual Parish Meeting.
Section 2. Other Parish meetings may be held as occasion may require, at such
times as may be appointed by the Rector or Vestry. Due notice shall be given as
provided for the Annual Meeting.
Section 3. At Parish Meetings, the Rector shall preside, or, in the Rector’s absence,
one of the Wardens.
Section 4. Except when otherwise specified by existing charter, those entitled to
vote shall be confirmed Communicants in good standing of not less than sixteen (16)
years of age who are canonically resident as of the first day of the month in which the
meeting is held. The qualified voters present shall constitute a quorum.
Section 5. All elections and other matters voted upon shall be decided by a
majority of qualified voters present.
Section 6. Wardens must be chosen from those who are vestry members. The
Rector may appoint one (1) person of the Vestry as Senior Warden or as Junior Warden,
or the choice of both Wardens may be left to election by the Parish Meeting, which may
in turn leave the selection of Wardens to the Vestry.
CANON 19: PARISH VESTRY
Section 1. The Vestry shall consist of such number of Communicants entitled to
vote in Parish Meetings, not less than three (3) nor more than thirty (30), as shall be
determined by the Congregation. The election of Vestry members shall be held at a
Parish Meeting and this election shall insure adequate representation for the Parish and
adequate qualifications for those elected.
Section 2. It shall be the duty of the Vestry to take charge of the temporal concerns
of the parish. It shall elect a rector. Upon selection by the rector, and with the
concurrence of the Vestry, curates may be called. Curates and all other staff and
employees shall serve under the authority and direction and at the pleasure of the
rector. It shall keep order in the church during Divine Service and work with the clergy
for the furtherance of the Church's program. The Vestry shall be responsible for seeing
that reports and registers required by the Canons are kept in order. All reports to be
sent in to the Diocese shall be the responsibility of the Vestry and Rector working
together.
Section 3. The officers of the Vestry shall include a Senior Warden, Junior Warden,
Clerk, Treasurer, and any other offices as they may become necessary. The Clerk and
Treasurer may be members of the Vestry but are not required to be.
Section 4. The Rector shall preside over and conduct the Vestry meetings which
shall be held a minimum of once a quarter. In the absence of the Rector, the Senior
Warden or if the Senior Warden be not present then the Junior Warden, shall conduct
the Vestry meetings.
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Section 5. The Rector may cast a vote when the Rector’s vote will affect the
outcome.
Section 6. The Vestry shall report to the Annual Parish Meeting each year on its
activities from the previous year.
CANON 20: CHANGES IN STATUS OF PARISHES AND MISSIONS
Section 1. a. When a Parish has not, for the space of two (2) years, complied with
the conditions required for its organization as a Parish, as provided by Canon 17, this
fact may be reported to the Convention by the Standing Committee, through its
Secretary, whereupon the Convention may, by a majority vote of each Order, annul the
organization of said Parish and thereupon said Parish shall become a Mission.
b. It shall be the duty of the Ecclesiastical Authority to take the necessary steps to
preserve the property and records of such Parish for the benefit of the Diocese.
Section 2. If the Vestry of any Parish is of the opinion that the Parish is unable to
comply with canonical conditions and requirements applicable to Parishes, it may so
declare by resolution; which resolution shall be submitted to a meeting of the
Congregation after notice of the time, place and purpose of the meeting has been given
in writing to the members of the Congregation or from the chancel on a Sunday
preceding such meeting. If the resolution is approved by a majority of the Confirmed
Communicants over the age of eighteen (18) years, certified copy thereof signed by each
such Confirmed Communicant approving the same shall be forwarded to the Bishop
together with a certificate by the Wardens that the resolution has been considered and
adopted at a meeting of the Congregation duly called as above provided. If the Bishop
approves such action in writing, such Parish shall thereupon become an Organized
Mission in union with the Convention. The above papers shall be filed with the
Secretary of the Convention who shall notify the next convention of such action.
Section 3. The Bishop in charge of Missions may, when an Organized Mission has
not, for the space of two (2) years, complied with the conditions required for its
organization as an Organized Mission as provided by Canon 16, annul the organization
of said Organized Mission, with the approval of the Standing Committee, reporting this
fact to the next Annual Convention, and it shall thereupon become a Mission Station.
Section 4. When, in the judgment of the Bishop in charge of Missions, a Mission
has not for the space of two (2) years fulfilled the purpose for which it was created, the
Bishop shall, with the approval of the Standing committee, declare such mission extinct
and report such action to the next Annual Convention. It shall be the duty of said
Bishop, with the approval of the Standing Committee, to make such disposition of the
properties of an extinct Mission as shall be deemed best for the interests of the Diocese,
and said Bishop may execute conveyance of any real property with the consent of the
Standing Committee.
CANON 21: CLERGY AND THEIR DUTIES
Section 1. Every Minister of this Church in charge of a Congregation shall keep
a register of baptisms, confirmations, communicants, marriages, and burials within the
Minister’s cure, reporting the same to the Bishop ten (10) days before each Annual
Diocesan Convention, stating the number of services held and official acts performed
by him from January 1 through December 31.
Section 2. Each Rector of a Parish and Minister in charge of a Congregation shall
send to the Bishop each year a list of communicants or members, as requested by the
Bishop, of the Parish or Mission, with addresses.
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Section 3. Before any clergy may be allowed to perform the Sacraments in any
Church or Congregation, in this Diocese, they must first produce satisfactory evidence
that they are an authorized Minister of this Church in good standing. Whenever there
is a settled Rector or Minister, that person shall be the sole judge in the premises subject
only to the Ecclesiastical Authority, but if the Parish is vacant, the Wardens and Vestry
shall require the fulfillment of the above conditions, together with approval of the
Ecclesiastical Authority.
Section 4. The staff and employees of a congregation shall serve under the
direction and control and pleasure of the rector or minister in charge. Nothing in this
section, however, shall prevent the rector or minister in charge from delegating to the
Vestry or committee thereof, all or part of the authority to employ, direct, control,
evaluate, discharge, or otherwise control the staff or employees.
CANON 22: COMMISSION ON MINISTRY
Section 1. There shall be a Commission on Ministry of four (4) learned Presbyters
(of whom two (2) must be Parochial Priests) canonically resident within the Diocese;
and such number of Lay Persons, not exceeding four (4), as shall be determined by the
Bishop, who shall be Confirmed Communicants in good standing. Such members shall
be nominated by the Bishop and subject to confirmation by the vote of the Convention
to serve for a term of four (4) years.
Section 2. The Commission on Ministry:
a. May adopt rules for its work, subject to the approval of the Bishop, provided the
same are not inconsistent with the General Canons and the Diocesan Canons.
b. May appoint committees of the Commission to act on its own behalf.
c. Shall assist the Bishop in matters pertaining to the enlistment and selection of
persons for Ministry and in the guidance and pastoral care of all Postulants and
Candidates for Holy Orders.
d. Assist the Bishop in the guidance and pastoral care of Deacons, Deaconesses
and Professional Church Workers.
e. Assist the Bishop in matters pertaining to the continuing education of the
Ministry.
f. In the presence of the Bishop and under the Bishop’s guidance and oversight,
shall interview each Candidate before their ordination, alike to the Deaconate and
Priesthood, to ascertain their personal readiness for such ordination, and shall report
in writing and without delay the findings of this interview to the Standing Committee.
g. May administer examination which are prepared by the National Board of
Examining Chaplains.
CANON 23: DEPUTIES TO GENERAL CONVENTION
Section 1. At the Diocesan Convention held not less than twelve (12) months next
before the regular meeting of the General Convention, four (4) clergy qualified to vote
in Convention (three (3) of whom must be Parochial Priests), and four (4) laypersons
who shall be Confirmed Communicants in good standing, shall be elected to represent
this Diocese as Deputies, in said Convention. Such Deputies shall be furnished with a
certificate of election, signed by the President and Secretary of the Diocesan
Convention. The Diocesan Convention shall in the same manner elect four (4) clergy
qualified to vote in Convention three (3) of whom must be Parochial Priests), and four
(4) laypersons, with like qualifications, as alternates.
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Section 2. It shall be the duty of the Deputies-Elect, not less than four (4) months
before the meeting of the General Convention, to signify to the Bishop their acceptance
of the appointment, and intention to perform its functions, in default of which, the
Bishop shall designate so many of the alternates having the greatest number of votes,
as shall insure, as far as practicable, a full representation of the Diocese. The persons
so designated by the Bishop, being furnished with the Bishop’s certificate thereof, shall
have all the power of authority of the Deputies elected by the Diocesan Convention. In
case of a vacancy in the Episcopate, or the inability of the Bishop to act, this power of
designation shall be exercised by the Standing Committee.
Section 3. If at a meeting of the General Convention, any Deputy elected by the
Convention, or designated by the Bishop or Standing Committee, shall fail to attend,
or after taking their seat, shall obtain leave of absence for the remainder of the session,
such vacancy shall be supplied by the vote of the remaining Clerical and Lay Deputies
who may be in attendance at said General Convention. In each case a Lay Deputy can
only be replaced by a Lay Person, and a Clerical Deputy can only be replaced by a
Clergy. If a deputy must be absent only for a portion of the session, the vacancy may
be temporarily filled through use of the procedure provided in this Section.
Section 4. Reasonable travel and other expenses of Deputies to General
Convention shall be paid by the Diocese.
CANON 24: UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH
Section 1. The University of the South is declared to be the institution of higher
learning of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast.
Section 2. The diocesan Convention shall elect one priest and two lay
communicants to serve for a term of three (3) years as Trustees of the University of the
South, which terms shall be staggered. Trustees so elected shall meet the following
criteria:
1) Trustees shall be personally committed to the aims and purposes of the
University.
2) Each Trustee shall demonstrate his or her personal commitment to the
University by, among other things, attending the Board of Trustee’s annual
May meeting, such other special meetings as may be called, and one
orientation session for new Trustees, which sessions are held immediately
prior to each annual meeting. Trustees shall also familiarize themselves with
the Trustee Handbook and the University’s governing documents, including
its Charter, as amended, Constitution and Ordinances.
3) Trustees shall serve as direct communicators between the University and the
Diocese from which the trustee was elected, and shall timely inform that
Diocese of the actions of the Boards of Trustees and Regents and the
University administration.
4) Trustees shall provide a meaningful level of annual financial support to the
University as a symbol of their commitment to its mission and financial wellbeing.
In the event a Trustee becomes unwilling or unable to serve, the Bishop of this
Diocese shall nominate a qualified communicant to complete the remainder of the term.
Section 3. The Trustees shall annually report to the Diocesan Convention.
Section 4. Reasonable travel and other expenses of the Trustees shall be paid by
the Diocese.
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CANON 25: ECCLESIASTICAL DISCIPLINE
Section 1
Title IV of General Canons. Those provisions of the Title IV of the
General Canons which are applicable to the Diocese are hereby incorporated as part of
this Title. To the extent, if any, that any of the provisions of this Title are in conflict or
inconsistent with the provisions of the Title IV, the provisions of the Title IV shall
govern.
Section 2
Discipline Structure.
a. Disciplinary Board. The Board shall consist of not less than seven persons,
four of whom are members of the Clergy and three of whom are Laity.
b. Clergy Members. The Clergy members of the Board must be canonically and
geographically resident with the Diocese.
c. Lay Members. The lay members of the Board shall be Adult Communicants
in Good Standing, and geographically resident in the Diocese.
d. Election. The members of the Board shall be elected by the convention. Each
member shall be elected for a three (3)-year term; except, if a member is elected to fill
a vacancy, the term of such member shall be the unexpired term of the member being
replaced. The term of the member shall commence on the first (1st) day of the year
following election. The terms of office of the Board shall be staggered and arranged into
three classes.
e. Vacancies. Vacancies on the Board shall be filled as follows:
(i)
Upon the determination that a vacancy exists, the President of the
Board shall notify the Bishop of the vacancy and request
appointment of a replacement member of the same order as the
member to be replaced.
(ii)
The Bishop shall appoint a replacement Board member in
consultation with the Standing Committee.
(iii)
Persons appointed to fill vacancies on the Board shall meet the same
eligibility requirements as apply to elected Board members.
(iv)
With respect to a vacancy created for any reason other than pursuant
to a challenge as provided below, the term of any person selected as
a replacement Board member shall be until the next annual
Convention. With respect to a vacancy resulting from a challenge,
the replacement Board member shall serve only for the proceedings
for which the elected Board member is not serving as a result of the
challenge.
f. Preserving Impartiality. In any proceeding under this Title, if any member of
a Conference Panel or Hearing Panel of the Board shall become aware of a personal
conflict of interest or undue bias, that member shall immediately notify the president
of the Board and request a replacement member of the Panel. Respondent’s Counsel
and the Church Attorney shall have the right to challenge any member of a Panel for
conflict of interest or undue bias by motion to the Panel for disqualification of the
challenged member. The member of the Panel not the subjects of the challenge shall
promptly consider the motion and determine whether the challenged Panel member
shall be disqualified from participating in the proceeding.
g. President. Within sixty (60) days following the annual Convention, the Board
shall convene to elect a President to serve for the following calendar year.
h. Intake Officer. The Intake Officer shall be appointed from time to time by the
Bishop after consultation with the Board. The Bishop may appoint one or more Intake
Officers according to the needs of the Diocese. The Bishop shall publish the name(s) and
contact information of the Intake Officer(s) throughout the Diocese.
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i. Investigator. The Bishop shall appoint an Investigator in consultation with the
President of the Board. The Investigator may, but need not, be a Member of the Church.
j.
Church Attorney. Within sixty (60) days following each annual Convention,
the Standing Committee shall appoint an attorney to serve as Church Attorney to serve
for the following calendar year. The person so selected must be a Member of the Church
and a duly licensed attorney, but need not reside within the Diocese.
k. Pastoral Response Coordinator. The Bishop may appoint a Pastoral Response
Coordinator, to serve at the will of the Bishop in coordinating the delivery of
appropriate pastoral responses provided for in Title IV.8 of the General Canons and this
Title. The Pastoral Response Coordinator may be the Intake Officer, but shall not be a
person serving in any other appointed or elected capacity under this Title.
l. Advisors. In each proceeding under this Title, the Bishop shall appoint an
Advisor for the Complainant and an Advisor for the Respondent. Persons serving as
Advisors shall hold no other appointed or elected position provided for under this Title,
and shall not include chancellors or vice chancellors of this Diocese or any person likely
to be called as a witness in the proceeding.
m. Clerk. The Board shall appoint a Board Clerk to assist the Board with records
management and administrative support. The Clerk may be a member of the Board.
Section 3
Procedure.
a. Charges for which a member of the Clergy may be made to stand trial are
contained in Title IV in the Canons of The Episcopal Church.
b. The mode and manner of making charges securing presentments and of
conducting trials shall be as established in the Canons of The Episcopal Church.
Section 4
Costs and Expenses.
a. The reasonable costs and expenses of the Board, the Intake Officer, the
Investigator, the Church Attorney, the Board Clerk and the Pastoral Response
Coordinator shall be the obligation of the Diocese, subject to budgetary constraints as
may be established by the Standing Committee.
Section 5
Records.
a. Records of Proceedings. Records of active proceedings before the Board,
including the period of any pending appeal, shall be preserved and maintained in the
custody of the Clerk, if there be one, otherwise by the Diocesan offices.
b. Permanent Records. The Bishop shall make provision of the permanent
storage of records of all proceedings under this Title at the Diocese and the Archives of
The Episcopal Church, as prescribed in Title IV of the General Canons.
CANON 26: ELECTION OF A BISHOP
Section 1.
Pursuant to the provisions of Article VII, Section 4, of the Articles of
Incorporation of The Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of the Central Gulf
Coast, Inc., the procedure for the election of a bishop shall be stated below.
Section 2.
Nominees for the election of a bishop shall be chosen either by the
Search Committee or by nominating petitions. The Search Committee will nominate
from four to seven candidates. A nominating petition must be signed by four clergy
who are eligible to vote in a diocesan convention and four lay persons eligible to serve
as delegates to a diocesan convention. Nominating petitions must be submitted to the
Search Committee by a deadline set by it in order for background checks on such
nominees to be conducted. No nominations from the floor will be order.
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Section 3.
A Search Committee appointed by the Standing Committee will be
charged with the responsibility of preparing and publicizing educational material on
the historic episcopate; preparing a profile of the Diocese; interviewing potential
nominees; choosing from four to seven nominees to be presented at the Convention at
which the election will be held; verifying the validity of nominating petitions and
carrying out any additional duties that may be assigned to it by the Standing
Committee.
Section 4.
The Standing Committee shall choose the date for the Convention at
which the election will be conducted. The Standing Committee shall choose such
additional committees as may be needed for securing a site for the electing convention
and making all necessary arrangements for it; securing a site and making all necessary
arrangements for the ordination of the new bishop; providing support to a retiring
bishop and that bishop’s staff and family and to the bishop elect and the family of the
bishop elect and any such additional matters as the Standing Committee may deem
appropriate.
CANON 27: ESTABLISHMENT OF A CATHEDRAL
Section 1.
A Cathedral may be established by the Bishop in the manner
provided by this Canon and when so established shall be known and used as the
Cathedral Church of the Diocese.
Section 2.
The Cathedral shall be established by written agreement
(“Agreement”) between the Diocese and the Parish to be designated as the Cathedral
Parish, the terms and provisions of which must be approved by the Bishop, the
Standing Committee of the Diocese, and the Vestry of the Cathedral Parish, and, which
to become effective and binding upon the Diocese and the Cathedral Parish, must be
approved by the Convention in a vote by orders.
Section 3.
The Cathedral shall be governed and operated as set forth in the
Agreement and in accordance with the Canons of the Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast
and the Constitution and Canons of the Episcopal Church in the United States of
America.
CANON 28: AMENDMENT OF CANONS
All proposals altering or amending these canons shall be presented in writing by
the Bishop, the Chancellors, or a delegate to the convention to the Secretary of the
Diocese and the Chancellors not less than ninety (90) days prior to the opening of the
Convention and shall be distributed to each congregation in the Diocese not less than
sixty (60) days prior to the opening of the Convention. Any such proposal shall be
referred to the Convention Committee on Canons and Rules of Order and shall be
reported to the Convention as part of the report of the Committee or of the Chancellors,
with or without endorsement. If it be approved by a majority of the two (2) orders
voting separately thereon, it shall become effective upon adjournment of the
Convention.
BEQUESTS
“The Minister of the Congregation is directed to instruct the people, from time to time,
about the duty of Christian parents to make prudent provisions for the well-being of
their families, and of all persons to make wills, while they are in good health, arranging
for the disposal of their temporal goods, not neglecting, if they are able, to leave
bequests for religious and charitable uses.”
The Book of Common Prayer, p. 445
FORM OF BEQUEST TO DIOCESE OF CENTRAL GULF COAST
I ___________________ give and bequeath to The Protestant Episcopal Church in the
Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast, Inc., a corporation created under the laws of the State
of Florida, the sum of _________dollars for the use and purpose for which it was
created.
FORM OF BEQUEST TO WILMER HALL
I, _____________________, give and bequeath to The Protestant Episcopal Church in the
of Florida, the sum of ______________ dollars for the use and benefit of Wilmer Hall,
a Diocesan home for children, located at 3811 Old Shell Road, Mobile, Alabama, 36608.
FORM OF BEQUEST TO BECKWITH CAMP AND CONFERENCE CENTER
I, _________________, give and bequeath to The Protestant Episcopal Church in the
of Florida, the sum of __________ dollars for the use and benefit of Beckwith Camp and
Conference Center, a Diocesan camp and conference center, located at 10400 Beckwith
Lane, Fairhope, Alabama, 36532.
FORM OF BEQUEST TO MURRAY HOUSE
I,____________________, give and bequeath to The Protestant Episcopal Church in the
of Florida, the sum of __________ for the use and benefit of Murray House, a Diocesan
assisted living residence, located at 1256 Government Street, Mobile, Alabama, 36604.
FORM OF BEQUEST TO THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH
I, _____________________________, give and bequeath to The Domestic and Foreign
Missionary Society of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America
the sum of ____________________ dollars for its corporate purpose. (The testator may
designate the object of his/her bequest if he/she so desires.)
THE FORTY-SECOND ANNUAL CONVENTION
OF THE
WILL BE HELD AT
HOLY NATIVITY CHURCH, PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA
FEBRUARY 21 - 23, 2013

2012 Journal of the Central Gulf Coast

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