🕊️ 176th Annual Diocesan Convention – October 17–18, 2025
Host: The Episcopal Diocese of California (covering Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, SF, San Mateo, part of Santa Clara) m.facebook.com+14en.wikipedia.org+14diocalconvention.org+14
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October 17–18, 2025 – In-person gathering at Grace Cathedral, San Francisco diocalconvention.org+1en.wikipedia.org+1
Resolutions & Nominations deadline: July 19 – 31, 2025 diocalconvention.org+9m.facebook.com+9facebook.com+9
Clergy must report Lay Delegates/Alternates by September 17, 2025 cfdiocese.org+3diocalconvention.org+3conta.cc+3
Purpose & Participation
The Diocesan Convention is the annual legislative and spiritual assembly of our Diocese. Delegates—both clergy and lay—from every congregation unite to:
Worship together and renew our common life in Eucharist and prayer
Elect diocesan leaders (Standing Committee, Executive Council, Secretary, Treasurer, deputies to General Convention) cfdiocese.org+14diocalconvention.org+14diocalconvention.org+14norcalepiscopal.org
Hear reports from diocesan officers, commissions, and task forces including finance, mission outreach, and social justice initiatives
Deliberate and vote on resolutions submitted by congregations, clergy, and diocesan bodies—particularly those addressing anti-racism, disability inclusion, environmental justice, and more diocalconvention.org
Approve the diocesan budget and clergy cost-of-living adjustments
Engage in visioning and planning for the future of the Diocese
What to Expect
Worship: Opening Eucharist or Morning Prayer brings the community together in prayer and song.
Legislative Engagement: Delegate orientation, resolution discussion, elections, and vote tallies.
Reports & Presentations: Highlights of diocesan ministries and financial health.
Fellowship: Time for reflection, connecting across congregations, and exploring exhibits or diocesan ministries in convention hall.
Why It Matters
The Convention is both a democratic institution and a spiritual gathering—governed by Canon and Spirit. Crucial decisions are made here that shape:
Leadership: Electing those who will guide diocesan mission, governance, and resources
Policy & Justice: Enacting resolutions on equity, reconciliation, disability ministry, and more
Financial Vitality: Approving budgets, setting clergy compensation standards, funding ministries
Community Vision: Strengthening bonds across deaneries and uplifting collective vision rooted in the Gospel
How to Get Involved
Resolve to be there as clergy, delegate, or guest—check your Certificate of Lay Delegate form (due mid-September).
Submit Resolutions or Nominations by end of July.
Prepare by completing anti-racism and Safe Church training (required for delegates) diocalconvention.orgnorcalepiscopal.orgdiocalconvention.org.
Join delegate info sessions (usually in September) and plan your travel and accommodations in San Francisco.
In Summary
The 2025 Diocesan Convention is a sacred and formal opportunity to shape the life and mission of the Episcopal Diocese of California. Through worship, governance, shared listening, and legislative action, we recommit ourselves to being disciples, raising up saints, and transforming communities in Christ’s name. Mark your calendars for October 17–18—and join in the journey!