Annual Convention 2022

The Right Reverend Mark A. Bourlakas, Presiding

Convention Booklet

Table of Contents

Convention Committees

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Agenda

Announcements

Report from the Secretary of Convention

Action Items Robert’s Rules

Election Results from Convocation Meetings

Nominee Profiles

Sample Ballot

2022 Proposed Summary Budget

2022 Detail Budget

2021-2022 Voluntary Proportionate Giving Report Report of the Constitution and Canons Committee

Resolutions

Convention Committees

Constitution & Canons Laura Hale (Chair) Roanoke-St. John’s The Rev. Canon Mark Furlow Diocesan Secretary Mark Loftis Diocesan Chancellor The Very Rev. Alexander MacPhail Roanoke-Christ David Cox

Resolutions Debbie Williams (Chair) Arrington-Trinity Ken Branham Bear Mountain-St. Paul’s Jim Arend Roanoke-St. John’s Amanda Hite Buena Vista-Christ The Rev. John Church, Appalachian Alliance

Finance Todd Ayers (Chair) Roanoke-Christ Sharon White Lexington-Grace John Hall, Salem-St. Paul’s The Rev. Mark Frazier, Christiansburg-St. Thomas Karen Gilmer Abingdon-St. Thomas Avis Aheron Diocesan Treasurer

Lynchburg-Trinity Laura Beth Weaver Blacksburg-Christ David Bice Lynchburg-St. John’s

The Rev. Diane Vie Lynchburg-St. Paul’s Tom Hammett Blacksburg-Christ

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103 rd Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Southwestern Virginia January 28—30, 2022 Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center Agenda FRIDAY, JANUARY 28, 2022 Online Prayer Requests: https://dioswva.wufoo.com/forms/q3bjqf70ngw8hv/

Requests will be prayed for by the Diocesan Chapter of the Daughters of the King

10:30 – 11:30 AM

Zoom Check-In (For Delegates at home) https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83295906041?pwd=SmJFdElYQmJGSTEyand2UE1CQS8yUT09 (312) 626-6799 US (Chicago), Meeting ID: 832 9590 6041, Passcode: 624114

Noon – 4:30 PM

In-Person Check-In Begins

Crystal Court

1:15 PM

ORIENTATION TO CONVENTION PROCESS Open to all. Recommended for new lay delegates and new clergy. Mark Loftis, Chancellor The Rev. Canon Mark Furlow, Secretary

Roanoke Ballroom

2 PM

OPENING BUSINESS SESSION

Roanoke Ballroom

Opening Devotions: Seminarian Dwelling in the Word Establishment of a Quorum: The Rev. Canon Mark Furlow, Secretary Introduction of Head Table: The Rt. Rev. Mark Bourlakas Introduction of Postulants and Candidates, Other Visitors and Guests: Bishop Bourlakas Introduction of New Clergy to the Diocese: Convocation Deans

Appointment of Convention Committees: The Rt. Rev. Mark Bourlakas Report on Convention Procedures & Nominations: Debbie Williams Elections, nominations to be moved by Bishop Bourlakas as a block: Secretary – The Rev. Canon Mark Furlow

Chancellor - Mark Loftis Treasurer – Avis Aheron Historiographer – The Rev. Scott West Ecumenical Officer – The Very Rev. Harrison Heidel Commission on Ministry Trustees of the Funds Directors Southwestern Virginia Episcopal Fund Directors

Communications/Reports:

Report on Convention: The Rev. Canon Mark Furlow Receive Late Reports/Recommendations for Disposition:

The Very Rev. Harrison Heidel, Standing Committee President Communications from the Secretary: The Rev. Canon Mark Furlow

Voting Procedures Resolution: Mark Loftis Resolutions: Reference to the Committee Nominations: To be elected during Convention: Disciplinary Board and Standing Committee

2:30 PM

Introduction and Moving of the Budget:

Todd Ayers, Executive Board Finance Working Group, Chair

3:00 PM

Introduction and Moving of the Constitution & Canons Committee Report: Laura Hale, Constitution & Canons Committee, Chair

3:30 PM

Open Hearings

Roanoke Ballroom

Mark Loftis: Chancellor Convention Finance Committee: Todd Ayers, Chair Resolutions Committee: Debbie Williams, Chair Constitution and Canons Committee: Laura Hale, Chair

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Motions to amend are to be received at the hearing on Friday, just prior to

Recess of Convention. Changes to the budget and canons require a day layover. Committees will meet after dinner as needed.

4:25 PM

Episcopal Relief Development Announcement – Nick Moga

ERD Online Offering: https://dioswva.wufoo.com/forms/m1upl0n30gecd3n/

4:30 PM

Recess of Convention

4:30 PM

Election: First Electronic Poll Opens

5:00 PM

Election: First Electronic Poll Closes

Roanoke Ballroom

5:00 PM

Rehearsal for Evening Prayer

6:00 PM

EVENING PRAYER

Roanoke Ballroom

Officiant – The Right Reverend Mark A. Bourlakas Preacher – The Rev. Marisa Sifontes Online Offering – Bishop’s Dollar:

https://dioswva.wufoo.com/forms/zgvt5qx1utkrek/

7:00 PM

Dinner: The color-coded tickets included

Roanoke Ballroom

with your nametag will be punched at the buffet line. A cash bar will be available in the North Foyer.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 29, 2022 Online Prayer Requests: https://dioswva.wufoo.com/forms/q3bjqf70ngw8hv/

Requests will be prayed for by the diocesan Chapter of the Daughters of the King

Regency Room OR Roanoke City Market

7 AM

Buffet breakfast available

or on your own

7:30 – 9 AM

Coffee and tea available

Roanoke Foyer

8:00 AM – 8:30 AM

Zoom Check-In (For delegates at home if not checked in on Friday) https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83295906041?pwd=SmJFdElYQmJGSTEyand2UE1CQS8yUT09 (312) 626-6799 US (Chicago), Meeting ID: 832 9590 6041, Passcode: 624114

In-Person Check-In

Crystal Court

8:00 – 9 AM

9:00 AM

Opening Devotion: Seminarian

Roanoke Ballroom

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Bishop’s Address & Morning Program

Roanoke Ballroom

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM Coffee Break

Crystal Ballroom

10:15 AM

Election: Second Electronic Poll Opens

10:45 AM

Election: Second Electronic Poll Closes

10:45 AM – 11:45 AM Morning Program Continues

Roanoke Ballroom

11:45 AM

Election: Third Electronic Poll Opens

12:15 PM

Election: Third Electronic Poll Closes

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Lunch: The color-coded ticket included

Roanoke Ballroom

with your nametag will be punched at the buffet line.

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12:45 PM – 1:15 PM

Zoom & In-Person Check-In (For necessary delegate substitutions) Crystal Court https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83295906041?pwd=SmJFdElYQmJGSTEyand2UE1CQS8yUT09 (312) 626-6799 US (Chicago), Meeting ID: 832 9590 6041, Passcode: 624114

1:15 PM – 2:45 PM

BUSINESS SESSION / PRESENTATIONS

Roanoke Ballroom

Report of Convention Finance Committee: Todd Ayers, Chair Vote on Adoption of the Budget Report of the Constitution & Canons Committee: Laura Beth Weaver Vote on the Report Report of the Resolutions Committee: Debbie Williams, Chair Vote on the Report

2:45 PM

United Thank Offering Announcement – Maile Armstrong

UTO Online Offering: https://dioswva.wufoo.com/forms/q1eajnbs10qd9xg/

2:50 PM – 3:00 PM

Courtesy Resolutions

3:00 PM

Devotion: Seminarian

Recess of Convention Interest groups may hold ad hoc meetings for 15 minutes following Recess Roanoke Ballroom

(If necessary) Polls Open for Elections: Only lay and clergy

Roanoke Foyer

3:05 – 3:35 PM

delegates may vote. Be prepared to show your voting card.

7:00 PM

Dinner: A color-coded ticket is included with your nametag.

Roanoke Ballroom

Tickets will be punched at the door. A cash bar will be available in the North Foyer.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 30, 2022 Online Prayer Requests: https://dioswva.wufoo.com/forms/q3bjqf70ngw8hv/

Requests will be prayed for by the diocesan Chapter of the Daughters of the King

7:00 AM

Buffet breakfast available

Regency Room OR Roanoke City Market

or on your own

Coffee and tea available

Roanoke Foyer

7:30 – 8:45 AM

8:45 AM

Rehearsal for Holy Eucharist

Roanoke Ballroom

8:45 – 9:15 AM

(If necessary) Polls Open for Elections

9:15 AM

Youth@Convention-led sing-along

Roanoke Foyer

10:00 AM

HOLY EUCHARIST: Adults and Youth@Convention

Roanoke Ballroom

Celebrant & Preacher – The Right Reverend Mark A. Bourlakas Clergy vest and process. Green stoles Plate Offering – Grace House Outreach Fund Necrology Installation of Standing Committee, Convocation Presidents, Convocation Deans, & Disciplinary Board

Online Offering: https://dioswva.wufoo.com/forms/q5bw83c1fgww9e/

11:00 AM

BUSINESS SESSION (if necessary)

Roanoke Ballroom

Adjournment Standing Committee meeting immediately following adjournment

Roanoke Ballroom

One Hundred Fourth Annual Convention: January 27—29, 2023

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Announcements • Prayer Chapel & Prayer Requests : The Diocesan Chapter of the Daughters of the King invite you to visit the Convention Prayer Chapel in the Buck Mountain Room. The chapel is open to individuals that desire a silent and contemplative place to pray. Seating in the chapel is spaced for social distancing. Prayer requests may be made at any time online using the following online prayer card: https://dioswva.wufoo.com/forms/q3bjqf70ngw8hv/. • Registration: In-person registration including paying for meals continues at the hotel until 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 28, 2021. To register, please visit see the check-in table in the Crystal Court lobby. If you need assistance, you may also email Elizabeth Monti at ebishop@dioswva.org. • In-Person Business Sessions for Delegates: All formal business proceedings of this year’s Convention will take place in-person . The in-person meeting format means delegates who desire to exercise voice and vote during business sessions must be present in-person in the Roanoke Ballroom at the Hotel Roanoke. All registered and certified clergy delegates may participate in business sessions. To be certified, delegate must check-in with the Convention Registrar, Kristen Hester. • Delegate Check-In and Certification: After registering in advance online, delegates must be certified by the Convention Registrar Kristen Hester at Convention Check-In. Once certified, you become a “live” delegate and can begin to participate in formal business sessions. If certified, you may also vote in elections for offices such as Standing Committee and Disciplinary Board. You may check-in and get certified with Kristen in one of two ways: 1. You may check-in at the hotel in-person, OR 2. You may check-in via the Zoom Check-In at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83295906041?pwd=SmJFdElYQmJGSTEyand2UE1CQS8yUT09 (312) 626-6799 US (Chicago), Meeting ID: 832 9590 6041, Passcode: 624114 If you have check-in or certification questions, please email Kristen at kkroeger@dioswva.org. • Voting Electronically for Elected Offices: This year, elections for offices such as Standing Committee and Disciplinary Board will be facilitated by electronic ballot. You must be a registered and certified delegate to vote. At designated polling times, electronic ballots will be emailed to all certified delegates. If you are a delegate and it appears for any reason that you did not receive a ballot by email, please check your SPAM or Promotions folders to make sure ballot emails were not accidentally filtered by your email provider. If you check these folders and still have issues, please email Kristen Hester. • Watching Convention Online: All delegates at home, alternates, and visitors may watch the proceeding of business sessions, Saturday’s morning program, and worship services online via livestream on the diocesan YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGHvFPczsDp186aK9hRZpyQ. • Orientation for All Delegates: An orientation for all delegates will be held at the beginning of business on Friday, January 29 at 1:15 p.m. Chancellor Loftis and Canon Furlow will review both the procedural and technical aspects of how to participate in Convention this year. • Substitutions of Alternates: Lay alternates who are listed on each parish’s Certificate of Election may serve as a substitute for a delegate if their rector (or in the absence of a rector, a senior warden) formally certifies the substitution with Convention Registrar Kristen Hester. Kristen will be available at Delegate Check-In as listed above. Or, rectors or wardens may email Kristen with certification changes in regard to delegate-alternate substitutions at kkroeger@dioswva.org.

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• Evening Prayer: Opening worship at this year’s Convention will be Evening Prayer, which will take place at 6:00 p.m. on Friday in the Roanoke Ballroom and by livestream on the diocesan YouTube channel. All individuals registered to participate in Convention in-person may participate in the service in the ballroom. All others should view the service via livestream. • Sunday Eucharist: A diocesan-wide Convention Eucharist will take place in the Roanoke Ballroom at 10:00 a.m. Sunday, January 30. All delegates, alternates, and spouses who are registered to attend Convention in-person may attend the service in-person. All other clergy, delegates, and parishes are encouraged to join by livestream on the diocesan YouTube channel. Bishop Bourlakas will preside and preach. Clergy present in-person are invited to vest and process. Vestments are cassock, surplice, and green stole. Newly elected Convocation Presidents, Convocation Deans, Standing Committee members, and Disciplinary Board members will be installed at the service. Those who are newly elected and present at the hotel may opt to participate in the service in-person. They should arrive in the ballroom around 9:30 a.m. and check-in with the Master of Ceremonies, Canon Jonathan Harris. Churches throughout the Diocese are encouraged to use the service livestream as your principal service on January 30. Please distribute the diocesan YouTube channel link to your congregation: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGHvFPczsDp186aK9hRZpyQ • Convention Meals: The three major meals of Convention will take place in the Roanoke Ballroom at designated times in the agenda. The cost of all three meals (Friday dinner, Saturday lunch, and Saturday dinner) is included in the Convention registration fee. There will be one color-coded meal ticket used for all three meals. It will be included with each registered person’s name tag. Please present your ticket when going through the buffet line. Friday dinner and Saturday lunch are buffets. Hotel staff will dismiss tables one at a time to go through the lines. Please wait until your table is dismissed to help with distancing. Saturday dinner will be a plated meal served by the hotel staff. Those who outlined dietary restrictions on their registration form will receive a special table tent at check-in. Place your table tent next to your place setting at dinner so that staff will be aware of your dietary restrictions. • Convention Committees : Committees will meet only as needed. If there are meetings, they will likely occur just after the end of business on Friday. Please contact The Rev. Canon Mark Furlow at mfurlow@dioswva.org if you have questions about committees. • Youth@Convention: Y@C will take at the Hotel Roanoke year. For further information, please see the https://youth.dioswva.org/Youth%20Events/youth-at-council.html or email Canon Jenni Faires at jfaires@dioswva.org. • Standing Committee: The committee with its newly elected members will meet after the business session on Saturday for about 15 minutes. • Exhibitors: There will be no Exhibitors or Exhibit Hall this year. • Clergy & Spouse Gathering: There will be no Clergy & Spouse Gathering this year. • Commission on Ministry: C.O.M. will not meet or have lunch this year. • Convention Announcements: Individual or groups that wish to relay specific announcements are invited to submit them in writing to Canon Mark Furlow at mfurlow@dioswva.org. Announcements submitted in a timely fashion with appropriate, streamlined content may be displayed as slides on the ballroom screen. • Notices and Solicitations: Those individuals or groups who wish to post ministry notices or advertisements may do so on designated tables on the far side of the Roanoke Ballroom. Round tables in the center of the Roanoke Ballroom must remain clear for delegates to use during business. Notices left on round tables will be removed by Convention staff and volunteers. 7

Report from the Secretary of Convention

Special Thanks for the 103 rd Convention I offer special thanks to the following individuals for their assistance with preparing for the 103 rd Convention of The Episcopal Diocese of Southwestern Virginia:

Mark Loftis, Diocesan Chancellor Kristen Hester, Registrar Elizabeth Monti, Registration Coordinator Joy Bird, Registration Assistant Neil Divers, Registration Assistant Mary Alice Mouk, Registration Assistant Beth Spiker, Convention Minutes Coordinator Carey Harveycutter & John Shaner, Convention Activities Coordinators Kevin Cole, Head Teller Kathy Kappes & Bill Kershner, & Carey Harveycutter, Tellers The Rev. Dick Willis, Ballroom Projectionist Cara Modisett, Samson Mamour, & William Yagel, Seminarians The Very Rev. Harrison Heidel, Standing Committee President Laura Hale, Chair of the Constitution and Canons Committee Laura Beth Weaver, Constitution and Canons Committee Presenter Todd Ayers, Chair of the Convention Finance Committee

Debbie Williams, Chair of the Convention Resolutions Committee Maile Armstrong, Diocesan Coordinator for United Thank Offering Nick Moga, Diocesan Coordinator for Episcopal Relief and Development Curtis Smith, Pianist for Evening Prayer The Ven. Brian Hutcherson, Deacon for Sunday Eucharist Canon Jenni Faires, Youth@Convention Coordinator and Sunday Eucharist Reader Sam Roller, Youth@Convention Band Leader Natalie Pernick & Will Lynde, Youth@Convention Musicians Canon Pattie Ames, Reader for Sunday Eucharist Peggy Howell, Pianist and Choirmaster for Sunday Worship Choir of St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lynchburg, Choir for Sunday Worship The Rev. Canon Jonathan Harris, Master of Ceremonies for Evening Prayer & Sunday Eucharist

Respectfully submitted,

The Rev. Canon Mark Furlow, Secretary of Diocesan Convention

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Action Items Report on Program and Dispatch of Business

Motion #1 That Robert’s Rules of Order (summary printed in this Convention Booklet) be adopted as the Rules of Convention, subject to the exceptions printed in the Convention Booklet. Motion #2 That the reading of the minutes of the previous day's session of this Convention be omitted and the approval of the minutes of the entire Convention be left to the Bishop and the Secretary. Motion #3 That the printed agenda in this 2022 Convention booklet be adopted as the official agenda of the Convention.

Motion #4 That seat and voice be given to the following: —Presidents, Board Chairs, and Directors of the following institutions: Boys Home of Virginia, Covington Stuart Hall School, Staunton Westminster-Canterbury of Lynchburg, Inc. Virginia Episcopal School, Lynchburg Phoebe Needles Center, Inc., Callaway —Anita Boyd, Director of Grace House on the Mountain —David Todd, Chair of the Grace House on the Mountain Advisory Board —Chief of the Monacan Indian Nation —Diocesan Postulants and Candidates for Holy Orders —The Rev. Marisa Sifontes, Diocesan Missioner for the Beloved Community —John Hall, Diocesan Treasurer (1994 – 2022) —Carey Harveycutter, Convention Activities Coordinator —John Shaner, Convention Activities Coordinator

Motion #5 That the Standing Committee shall be the Credentials Committee of Convention, and a member of the Standing Committee shall meet (in-person, by telephone, or by video conference) with a representative of the parishes that have not submitted a 2020 parochial report or FY 2020 audit report, and make a recommendation to this Convention concerning these parishes’ seat, voice, and vote at this Convention.

Additional Nominations and Elections:

That the nominees for terms to the Trustees of the Funds be approved as follows:

• 5-Year Term: March 1, 2022 through February 28, 2027

o The Rev. Allison Caudill, Massie’s Mill-Grace & Clifford-St. Mark’s o Robert Brailsford, Roanoke-St. John’s

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That nominees for terms to the Southwestern Virginia Episcopal Fund be approved as follows:

• 3-Year Term: May 1, 2022 through April 30, 2025 o Hank Long, Martinsville-Christ o Donna Porterfield, Norton-All Saints’ o The Rev. Donna Steckline, Arrington-Trinity • 2-Year Term (vacancy): April 27, 2022 through April 30, 2024 o Carole Shriver, Waynesboro-St. John’s • 1-Year Term (vacancy): April 27, 2022 through April 30, 2023 o Esther Larkin, Arrington-Trinity That the Convention elect the following nominees to the Commission on Ministry:

• 4-year terms beginning in 2022:

o The Rev. Susan Bentley, Roanoke-St. James o The Rev. Kathy Chase, Non-Parochial o David Hartman, Roanoke-St. John’s

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Robert’s Rules of Order

3. Debate motions 4. Vote on motions

The general rules of parliamentary procedure set forth in the latest edition of Robert's Rules of Order shall govern the conduct of Convention except if there are other procedures provided by the Diocesan Constitution or Canons or as modified by (i) a motion or Rule of Order proposed by a Committee and approved by a majority of delegates present and voting; or (ii) the unanimous consent of the delegates present and voting. The following summary was prepared from the Introduction to the 12 th Edition of Robert's Rules of Order and from information available from www.robertsrules.org. Parliamentary Law is a set of rules for conduct of meetings designed to “enable assemblies of any size, with due regard for every member’s opinion, to arrive at the general will on the maximum number of questions of varying complexity in a minimum amount of time and under all kinds of internal climate.” Organizations using parliamentary procedure usually follow a fixed order of business. Below is a typical example: 1. Call to order. 2. Establishment of a quorum to transact business. 3. Officers reports 4. Committee reports. 5. Special orders (Important business previously designated for consideration at this meeting). 6. Unfinished business. 7. New business. 8. Announcements. 9. Adjournment. The method used by members to express themselves is in the form of motions. A motion is a proposal that the entire membership take action or a stand on an issue. Individual members can:

There are four Basic Types of Motions: 1. Main Motions: The purpose of a main motion is to introduce items to the

membership for their consideration. Main motions cannot be made when any other motion is on the floor, and they yield to privileged, subsidiary, and incidental motions. 2. Subsidiary Motions: Their purpose is to change or affect how a main motion is handled and are voted on before a main motion. 3. Privileged Motions: Their purpose is to bring up items that are urgent about special or important matters unrelated to pending business. 4. Incidental Motions: Their purpose is to provide a means of questioning procedure a. Wait until the last speaker has finished b. Rise and address the Chair c. Wait until the Chair recognizes you a. Speak in a clear and concise manner. b. Always state a motion affirmatively. Say, "I move that we ..." rather than, "I move that we do not ...." c. Avoid personalities and stay on your subject. 3. Wait for someone to second your Motion 4. Another member will second your motion or the Chair will call for a second. 5. If there is no second to your motion, it dies. 6. If seconded, the Chair states your motion a. The Chair will say, "it has been 2. Make Your Motion concerning other motions and must be considered before the other motion.

How are Motions Presented? 1. Obtaining the floor

1. Move a motion 2. Second a motion

moved and seconded that we ..." Thus, placing your motion before

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Robert’s Rules of Order (continued)

4. By Division --This is a slight variation of a voice vote. It does not require a count unless the Chair so desires. Members raise their hands or stand. 5. By Ballot -- Members write their vote on a slip of paper or submit their vote through an electronic voting system. This method is used when secrecy is desired. There are two other motions that are commonly used that relate to voting. 1. Motion to Table -- This motion is often used in the attempt to "kill" a motion. The option is always present, however, to "take from the table," for reconsideration by the membership. 2. Motion to Postpone Indefinitely -- This is often used as a means of parliamentary strategy and allows opponents of a motion to test their strength without an actual vote being taken. Also, debate is once again open on the main motion. Parliamentary Procedure is the best way to get things done at your meetings. But it will only work if you use it properly. 1. Allow motions that are in order. 2. Have members obtain the floor properly. 3. Speak clearly and concisely. 4. Obey the rules of debate.

the membership for consideration and action. b. The membership then either debates your motion or may move directly to a vote. c. Once your motion is presented to the membership by the Chair it becomes "assembly property," and cannot be changed by you without the consent of the members. a. The time for you to speak in favor of your motion is at this point in time, rather than at the time you present it. b. The mover is always allowed to speak first. c. All comments and debate must be directed to the Chair. d. Keep to the time limit for speaking that has been established. e. The mover may speak again only

7. Expanding on Your Motion

after other speakers are finished, unless called upon by the Chair. 8. Putting the Question to the Membership a. The Chair asks, "Are you ready to vote on the question?" b. If there is no more discussion, a vote is taken. c. On a motion to move, the previous question may be adapted. Voting on a Motion: The method of vote on any motion depends on the situation and the by-laws or policy of your organization. There are five methods used to vote by most organizations, they are: 1. By Voice -- The Chair asks those in favor to say, "aye," those opposed to say "no." Any member may move for an exact count. 2. By Roll Call -- Each member answers "yes" or "no" as his or her name is called. 3. By General Consent -- When a motion is not likely to be opposed, the Chair says, "if there is no objection ...." The membership shows agreement by their silence; however, if one member says, "I object," the item must be put to a vote.

Most importantly, BE COURTEOUS.

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ABINGDON CONVOCATION AUGUSTA CONVOCATION

Elected

Elected

President

President

No election this year

Tom Fechtel, Jr. Staunton – Trinity

Dean

Dean

No election this year

Benjamin Badgett Waynesboro – St. John

Executive Board Lay

Executive Board Lay No election this year

Jack Barrow

Abingdon – St. Thomas

Executive Board Clergy

Executive Board Clergy

John Church Non–Parochial

Tuck Bowerfind Lexington – Grace

Nominated

Nominated

Standing Committee Lay

Standing Committee Lay

Jack Barrow*

Sharon White

Abingdon – St. Thomas

Lexington – Grace

Standing Committee Clergy

Standing Committee Clergy

Emily Edmondson Marion – Christ

William (AJ) Heine Staunton – Trinity

Disciplinary Board Lay Lonnie Quesenberry Tazewell – Stras Memorial ELECTION AND NOMINATION RESULTS From Fall Convocation Meetings 2021 for Convention 2022 Disciplinary Board Lay Elizabeth Moss Lexington – Grace

Disciplinary Board Clergy

Disciplinary Board Clergy

Joe Dunagan*

Tom Crittenden Non–Parochial

Bristol – Emmanuel

_________________________ *Name withdrawn by nominee

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LYNCHBURG CONVOCATION

NEW RIVER CONVOCATION

ROANOKE CONVOCATION

Elected

Elected

Elected

President David Bice Lynchburg – St. John Dean Donna Steckline Arrington – Trinity

President No election this year

President Todd Ayers Roanoke– Christ

Dean No election this year

Dean No election this year

Executive Board Lay No election this year

Executive Board Lay Kathye Johnston Blacksburg – Christ

Executive Board Lay No election this year

Executive Board Clergy Alexander MacPhail Roanoke – Christ

Executive Board Clergy Alan Cowart Lynchburg – Grace Memorial

Executive Board Clergy Mark Frazier Christiansburg – St. Thomas

Nominated

Nominated

Nominated

Standing Committee Lay Robert (Bob) Weatherall Martinsville – Christ Standing Committee Clergy Eric Long Roanoke – St. John

Standing Committee Lay Laura Beth Weaver Blacksburg – Christ Standing Committee Clergy Jon Greene Non–Parochial Disciplinary Board Lay Jane Ellis Christiansburg – St. Thomas Disciplinary Board Clergy Scott West Blacksburg – Christ

Standing Committee Lay Brenda Garrison Bear Mountain – St. Paul Standing Committee Clergy Gail Goldsmith Lynchburg – Trinity Disciplinary Board Lay Aubrey Rosser Altavista – St. Peter Disciplinary Board Clergy Chris Roussell Lynchburg – St. John

Disciplinary Board Lay Charles Phillips Salem – St. Paul

Disciplinary Board Clergy No nominee

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103rd Annual Convention

2022 CONVENTION NOMINEE PROFILES Delegates will elect new members to positions of diocesan leadership. All nominees were invited to provide a digital photo and to respond to the following question: In 150 words or less: If elected, I would bring the following strengths to this position. Standing Committee, Lay Member

Sharon White, Grace, Lexington If elected, I will bring experience from serving two terms as the President of the Augusta Convocation and a lay member of the Executive Board. My strengths lie in my listening skills, commitment, and creativity. I have been active in the DIOSWVA as a Christian Education presenter for workshops, Safeguarding God's Children trainer, a Living Local Joining God mentor, and a member of the Executive Board’s Education and Finance committees. At the parish level, I am or have been a teacher, lay reader, chalice bearer, Lay Eucharistic Visitor, an EfM mentor, conference organizer, and musician. I have been active in Episcopal churches in South Carolina, Texas, Louisiana, and Virginia. I would be honored to serve as a lay member on the Standing Committee.

Brenda Garrison, St. Paul, Bear Mountain I am a cradle Episcopalian, baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s, Bear Mountain and a lifetime member. I serve as the senior warden of the vestry currently and in other capacities for years. I am an active member of the Monacan Indian Nation and served as a council member for years. I am treasurer for the Scholarship Fund. I lead morning prayer services as needed and serve as a Eucharistic lay minister. I have taught Sunday School and worked with summer camps as well as Youth@Convention. I have also served many years as lay delegate at Convention.

Laura Beth Weaver, Christ, Blacksburg It would be an honor to serve the good folks of DIOSWVA in the capacity of Standing Committee Lay Member. I have served on my parish Vestry (including Sr. Warden), share leadership for our Children's Chapel programming, serve on the Constitution & Canons Convention Committee, and facilitate Safeguarding God's Children for both my parish and via Zoom for the diocesan-wide offerings. Professionally, I bring experience answering the National Suicide Hotline, providing services to victims of sexual and domestic violence, and providing leadership to a local non-profit organization. My faith informs both my certainties and questions. My husband and I are raising our children among the saints at Christ Church, Blacksburg and live on our family's farm near Riner, VA. As an added bonus, I enjoy standing through meetings and would therefore fit nicely on the Standing Committee. Peace!

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Robert (Bob) Weatherall, Christ, Martinsville I am honored to be nominated as a Standing Committee Lay Member. My background consists of serving as Senior Warden and Lay Reader at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Martinsville prior to the merger with Christ Episcopal. My background in assisting the management of a small parish gives me valuable insight into the everyday “real world” workings of the church. At our small church, we had numerous outreach programs for the community. This included free clothes closets, movie nights (with food), and community picnics. If selected, I promise to serve with the true Episcopal values to which we subscribe.

Standing Committee, Clergy Member

The Rev. Emily Edmondson, Christ, Marion I have had the privilege of serving Christ Marion since 2012. In my time as clergy, I have served one successful term on the Standing Committee. I currently serve on the Commission on Ministry, the Board of Trustees of Boys’ Home, and I am on the Boards of the Mountain to Mountain Partnership and Grace House on the Mountain. If elected, I will bring years of Diocesan experience to the Standing Committee with a firm commitment to serving God in his church.

The Rev. William (AJ) Heine, Trinity, Staunton If elected to the Standing Committee, I will bring the experience I've gained through eighteen years of ordained parish ministry. I will also offer my “prior life” experience in marketing and employee benefits consulting. Since I am new to the Diocese of Southwestern Virginia, I come with fresh eyes and a desire to learn. Most of all, I come with love for the Church, faithfulness to my vows, a commitment to the Gospel of Christ, and the firm belief that Love is the most powerful force in the universe.

The Rev. Gail Goldsmith, Trinity, Lynchburg In decision-making and discernment, I seek to follow Jesus’ grace and pray for God’s will. As a parishioner, I served on a small church’s visioning team and in our outreach ministries. As a priest, I have served a growing program parish in the Diocese of Alabama as curate and college minister. At Trinity, Boonsboro, we are building our kids’ program, strengthening our Christian formation, and shifting to an intergenerational culture. Fr. Ben Cowgill of St. John’s, Lynchburg and I are planting a college and young adult ministry, YAE Hill City (YAE= Young Adult Episcopal). Small church is a call and commitment for me. and this particularity’s representation is crucial in diocesan conversation. Our Episcopal tradition is a gift to our communities and worth our commitment to building up our witness. I offer energy, my trust in God’s promises for us, and the perspective of my age and peers to our spiritual practice of church governance.

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The Rev. Jon Greene, Non-Parochial We are all called to serve. I had the honor to serve our country as a Naval Officer for over 28 years and then to continue my professional life supporting impactful research at Virginia Tech, an institution with the motto: Ut Prosim, “That I may serve.” I was called to the diaconate and ordained in 2018. I serve in the New River Convocation liturgically, pastorally, and working for social justice through the diocesan effort on Becoming Beloved Community, through an informal working group seeking to faithfully respond to the scourge of substance use disorder, and through Justice Advocates, a nascent and grassroots interfaith movement in the Roanoke and New River Valleys. If called to the Standing Committee by your votes, I would be honored to serve in that capacity, especially the sacred task of helping to discern if others are called to service through ordination.

The Rev. Eric Long, St. John, Roanoke I have been a priest for 23 years in three different dioceses. I have served in various size churches and filled diocesan leadership positions including: President of the Standing Committee (Central Gulf Coast), Diocesan Council (West Missouri), Regional Dean (West Missouri), and other temporary mission teams/committees.

Disciplinary Board, Lay Member

Lonnie Quesenberry, Stras Memorial, Tazewell I always take committee membership very seriously. I currently serve on three local boards, one of which I have chaired for 14 years. I also serve on a state board of which I have had four Governor appointments. I work well with people and know how much God has blessed me. If elected, I will give my best to represent the members of our diocese.

Elizabeth Moss, Grace, Lexington I would be very pleased to serve on the Disciplinary Board. Since moving to Virginia almost 9 years ago and immediately being welcomed into Grace Episcopal Church, Lexington, I have continued my lifelong involvement in church leadership, most recently serving as Senior Warden at Grace. I was privileged to serve on Diocesan committees in the Diocese of Kansas and the Diocese of Newark. In the Diocese of Newark, I served on the bishop transition committee, Diocesan Council, Steering Committee, and was chair of the Ward J Herbert Board. In Lexington, I have served on the Rockbridge Area Hospice Board of Directors and as president of The Rotary Club of Lexington Sunrise. I am a Paul Harris recipient. I have a B.S. in Nursing from Russell Sage College and retired from my career several years ago.

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Aubrey Rosser, St. Peter, Altavista I am a member and past Senior and Junior Warden at St. Peter’s, Altavista. I am an attorney and have been in general practice since 1979, and I am a member of the Virginia State Bar. I have served on many local and state bar boards and committees including the Virginia State Bar Council, Virginia State Bar Standing Committee on Legal Ethics, and as Past Chairman of the Virginia State Bar Conference of Local Bar Associations Fraternally, I serve on the Jurisprudence Committees of both the Grand Lodge of Virginia A.F.& A. M. and the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar of Virginia. I also serve on the Grievances and Appeals Committee of Shriners International. Another one of my interests and passions is serving on the Board of International Cooperating Ministries (ICM), a charitable organization engaged in the construction of churches worldwide, as well as the production of multi-language Biblical resources.

Jane Ellis, St. Thomas, Christiansburg After being welcomed at St. Thomas, Christiansburg several years ago, I enjoy being a lector, singing with the choir, and serving on the Vestry. It would be an honor to also serve Christ with the people of the greater Diocese. Previously, I was on a search committee and appointed Director of our Episcopal Community Food Bank. I believe my professional experience as a Captain in the USAF and 16 years as a social worker provided many years of patiently listening to others while carefully dealing with sensitive situations. I offer a commitment to serve diligently on the Disciplinary Board.

Charles Phillips, St. Paul, Salem I have been a member of St. Paul's for 56 years. My experience as a practicing attorney for 58 years, ten of those as Commonwealth's Attorney for the City of Salem, has given me the experience of being capable of recognizing the evidence presented and to judge the individual fairly. I was awarded the Lewis F. Powell, Jr. Pro Bono Attorney for the year 2021. I have served on the VA State Bar Ethics Committee, and I have served as a Judge Pro Tem, hearing and judging several cases. I am a member of the vestry and the finance committee. I am a former junior warden and a former member of the Endowment Board. I would be pleased to serve on the Disciplinary Board of our Diocese.

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Disciplinary Board, Clergy Member

The Rev. Tom Crittenden, Non-Parochial Ordained in 1984, I have served churches in Alabama, Missouri, Florida, and Virginia; 27 of these years as a rector. I am currently engaged in full-time interim ministry. I have broad parochial, convocational, diocesan, and provincial experience and have served this Diocese on the Standing Committee and the Disciplinary Board.

The Rev. Chris Roussell, St. John, Lynchburg As a priest of nearly 20 years who has had the privilege of counseling other clergy in crisis as well as individuals who have been hurt by representatives of the Church, my heart aches for those moments when the Body of Christ is broken. It is my prayerful desire to ask the Holy Spirit to grant wisdom and insight, to listen without judgment, and to show mercy towards those who are in pain.

The Rev. Scott West, Christ, Blacksburg Over the past fourteen years, I've served the Diocese in a variety of capacities on the Standing Committee, Commission on Ministry, the Board of Examining Chaplains, Trustees of the Funds, Executive Board, Dean of the New River Convocation, Diocesan Historiographer, and Phoebe Needles Board. I've been ordained for twenty-seven years and have served also in the Dioceses of West Virginia and Virginia. I bring experience, familiarity with canons, and the ability to listen.

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103rd Annual Convention SAMPLE BALLOT

This is the official online ballot. ONLY DELEGATES VOTE.

Your Name *

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Last

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Parish/Organization Name *

Clergy Delegate Lay Delegate Select your delegate status below. *

STANDING COMMITTEE Nominees are listed by Convocation.

Sharon White, Lexington - Grace Brenda Garrison, Bear Mountain - St. Paul Laura Beth Weaver, Blacksburg - Christ Robert (Bob) Weatherall, Martinsville - Christ Standing Committee Lay Member - Vote for one (1) *

Standing Committee Clergy Member - Vote for one (1) *

Emily Edmondson, Marion - Christ William (AJ) Heine, Staunton - Trinity Gail Goldsmith, Lynchburg - Trinity

Jon Greene, Non-Parochial Eric Long, Roanoke - St. John

DISCIPLINARY BOARD Nominees are listed by Convocation.

Lonnie Quesenberry, Tazewell - Stras Memorial Elizabeth Moss, Lexington - Grace Aubrey Rosser, Altavista - St. Peter Jane Ellis, Christiansburg - St. Thomas Charles Phillips, Salem - St. Paul Disciplinary Board Lay Member - Vote for one (1) * Tom Crittenden, Non-Parochial Chris Roussell, Lynchburg - St. John Scott West, Blacksburg - Christ Disciplinary Board Clergy Member - Vote for one (1) *

By clicking “I Acknowledge” and submitting this ballot, I confirm that I am a Clergy Delegate or Lay Delegate of the 103rd Convention of the Diocesan of Southwestern Virginia. I also confirm that I am not presently serving as an Alternate or participating as a Visitor of this Convention. I understand that if I inadvertently submit multiple ballots, the final ballot form I submit will be used as my final and definitive ballot for this round of voting. *

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