convention 2021
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29 - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30 - Eucharist and Business
Pray for the convention’s work supporting diocesan mission and ministry. Suggested prayers in the Book of Common Prayer, 817-18
All delegates (clergy Canonically Resident and laity elected by their congregation) are called to the 147th Convention of the Diocese of Fond du Lac held in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin October 29-30, 2021. It is a time to gather for worship, enjoy fellowship with our brothers and sisters in Christ, and meet to conduct diocesan business. The primary business is electing members of diocesan bodies and to give direction through discussion and resolutions.
The Convention begins Friday evening with Evensong at the Cathedral of St. Paul. Moving to the Hotel Retlaw, (two blocks east of the Cathedral), a time of fellowship is offered with hors d’oeuvres and cash bar available. Display tables will share a number of ministries and some liturgical vendors. |
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The Convention Banquet is a plated dinner in the second floor Crystal Ballroom. The banquet concludes with the awarding of the Bishop’s Cross and guest speaker Bishop Jeff Lee, Bishop Provisional of Milwaukee. The evening ends with Compline.
Saturday at the Cathedral will include the Convention Eucharist followed by business sessions. Tents and heaters on the Cathedral grounds allow for a continental breakfast and lunch.
Saturday at the Cathedral will include the Convention Eucharist followed by business sessions. Tents and heaters on the Cathedral grounds allow for a continental breakfast and lunch.
Lodging
Those staying overnight must make their own arrangements. For your convenience, a block of rooms has been reserved at the Hotel Retlaw at $124 per room. To make a reservation, call (833) 473-8529 and reference “Diocese of Fond du Lac”. Availability guaranteed until Wednesday, October 6th. Afterwards date, rate and availability are not guaranteed. To avoid sales taxes, provide the hotel a copy of your congregation’s Wisconsin Tax Exemption Certificate. Exemption only applies if the church pays.
Fees
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Costs of convention are not subsidized by the diocesan budget and are determined to cover actual costs: meals, gratuity, hospitality (special guests), facilities, supplies and postage. We grateful acknowledge the gift of the Cathedral of St. Paul, Fond du Lac in providing Saturday meals. Fees may be paid during online registration, mailing a check to the Diocesan Office, or requesting we bill your congregation.
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Full (all meals) - $100 Banquet Only - $50 Saturday (meals) - $50 Registered (no meals) - $25 Those registered after October 6th are charged a $25 late fee. |