PrayInclude convention in your prayers. A prayer for the diocese is on page 817, Book of Common Prayer. A prayer for the convention is on page 818. A prayer for our Companion Diocese is found here. Congregations are asked to include delegates' names in the Prayers of the People in October and publicly commission them the Sunday before convention.
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The Diocesan Convention is where we gather to worship, conduct diocesan business and learn about ministries. Its primary role is to elect committee and commission members who manage the functioning of the diocese. It may provide direction to those on committees and commissions and its congregations. This direction may be accomplished by resolution with a call to action or by amending the Diocesan Constitution or Canons.
Convention in Fond du LacActivities on Friday take place at the Cathedral (Evensong) and the Holiday Inn Fond du Lac (Banquet). Activities on Saturday take place at the Cathedral (Eucharist) and the Thelma Sadoff Center (Business Sessions). There will be some driving involved from the Cathedral to the Holiday Inn on Friday and the Cathedral to the Thelma Sadoff Center on Saturday (though if the weather cooperates, you would be able to leave your car at the Cathedral and walk 4 blocks to the Sadoff Center). All locations have ample parking and maps will be provided
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DelegatesLay delegates are those elected as representatives of their congregation. Clergy delegates are those Canonically Resident in the diocese (meaning those ordained and under the Bishop’s canonical authority), including priests, deacons, and bishops both in active ministry and retired, and may include clergy who live outside the boundaries of the diocese.
Delegates link the congregation and diocese and are encouraged to engage church members in discussion about the convention by offering a forum during coffee hour before or after convention, making a written report to the Vestry and asking for prayers. |
No ExhibitsBecause of space limitations and multiple locations, there will be no display tables at this convention. Those who normally would host a display will be invited and encouraged to provide materials to be included in the convention packets.
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Special GuestsWe are pleased to host four members of our companion diocese, the Diocese of Masvingo, at the convention. Following the convention, these guests will be travelling around the diocese and visiting people in congregations.
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Hotel InformationA block of rooms are reserved Friday night at the Holiday Inn, 625 W Rolling Meadows Drive, Fond du Lac, where the Friday banquet will be held. The $112 rate includes a drink ticket and buffet breakfast. Call (920) 923-1440 and ask for the Episcopal Diocese of Fond du Lac room block. Rate and availability end September 28th.
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MealsFriday evening at the Holiday Inn includes a social hour with hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar starting at 6:00 p.m. (following Evensong at the Cathedral). A plated meal is served at 7:00 p.m. followed by a program including our Diocese of Masvingo guests. Banquet choices are Cod Oscar, Mushroom Lover’s Sirloin Steak, Chicken Cordon Bleu and Vegetable Stir Fry.
If you stay at the Holiday Inn, a buffet breakfast is included in the rate. If you are not staying at the Holiday Inn, you may join those who are, and purchase the buffet breakfast that day for about $10. Please eat breakfast before arriving for the convention even though there will be some light breakfast snacks at the Thelma Sadoff Center. Saturday lunch is a fall picnic lunch. We hope the weather cooperates so you may take your lunch outside. There are also plenty of seating options in the Sadoff Center away from the business session room. Options include BBQ pork sandwiches, baked chicken, beef stew and grilled vegetables. |
Additional Information
When available, Advance Reports for the next convention will be posted here.
For past Advance Reports, please see the Documents section below.
For past Advance Reports, please see the Documents section below.
A nominations booklet is available here a week before Convention.
- Eligibility: Any lay adult communicant in good standing in a congregation of the diocese or any cleric canonically resident in the diocese are eligible for nomination.
- Expectations: Nominees are expected to understand the responsibilities, role and time commitment to serve (travel and attendance). See Position Descriptions at bottom of this webpage.
- Terms: Term length depends on the office. Terms begin at the adjournment of convention, except the Disciplinary Board, whose term begins January 1.
- Deadline: Nominations received by Tuesday, October 9 will be included on the printed ballot. Those received later, including from the floor, will be announced. Those meeting the deadline will be asked to submit a photo and biography with church activities at local, diocesan or national level and any personal information (limited to 500 words) for a Nominees Booklet
NOTE: Nominations received after the canonical deadline may not present information to delegates beyond name and congregation. PLEASE nominate BEFORE the canonical deadline so delegates may benefit from receiving this information before they vote.
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Nominees Needed
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Secretary of the Diocese & Secretary of the Convention
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Standing Committee
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Nominations ReceivedAs of 9/21/2018
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Executive Council
The Rev. Eric Mills, St. Anne, De Pere Trustees The Rev. Dcn. Nancy Behm |
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Friday, October 19
2:00pm Commission on Ministry (Sadoff Center Grande Board Room) 2:00pm Clergy Spouse Gathering (To Be Determined) 4:00pm Liturgical Ministers & Choir Rehearsal (Cathedral) 5:00pm Evensong (Cathedral) 6:00pm Check-In (Holiday Inn Foyer) 6:00pm Social Hour (Holiday Inn Foyer) 7:00pm Banquet (Holiday Inn Room G) 8:00pm Program (Holiday Inn Room G) 8:45pm Compline (Holiday Inn Room G) |
Friday events at the Cathedral
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Saturday, October 20
8:00am Liturgical Ministers Rehearsal (Cathedral) 9:00am Convention Eucharist & Bishop’s Pastoral Address (Cathedral) 10:00am Check-In (Sadoff Center Lobby) 10:00am Continental Breakfast (Sadoff Center Fountain Room) 10:30am Tellers Meeting (Sadoff Center Tilly’s Lounge) 10:45am Committee on Certification of Lay Delegates (Sadoff Center Lobby) 11:00am Business Session (Sadoff Center Fountain Room) 1:00pm Lunch Buffet (Sadoff Center Fountain Room) 2:00pm Installation of Deans (Sadoff Center Fountain Room) 2:15pm Business Session (Sadoff Center Fountain Room) 4:00pm Adjournment |
Saturday events at the Cathedral and the Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts
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Every delegate is expected to attend one pre-convention meeting. These are held across the diocese, and online, to minimize travel time and expense. They allow you to get to know other delegates, become familiar with resolutions and the proposed diocesan budget. It is for asking questions for clarification. Attend any meeting listed.
- Tuesday, October 2, 6:00-8:00 p.m., St. John, Wausau
- Thursday, October 4, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Cathedral of St. Paul, Fond du Lac
- Tuesday, October 9, 6:00-8:00 p.m., St. Anne, De Pere
- Tuesday, October 16, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Online Webinar, register here
| Call for Resolutions |
Any member of the diocese or entities (vestries, committees or commissions, etc…) may submit a resolution for consideration by the convention. Convention rules state for it to be in order it must:
Content: A resolution should request a specific action by the convention such as a proposed change to the Constitution or Canons, a directive to a committee or commission, or other action the convention may take. If a submitted resolution does not include a specific action, the maker will be asked to amend the resolution before acceptance on the agenda.
Rationale: A reason for the resolution should include an explanation with information, context or background to assist delegates to understand its purpose and need. A narrative after the resolution is preferred to “Whereas” clauses before it. The rationale is NOT a part of the resolution. A delegate may vote one way even though there may be disagreement with the rationale provided.
Form: Each resolution should begin with these words: Resolved, by the 144th Convention of the Diocese of Fond du Lac, that . . . Each resolution should follow proper form. A submission not in the proper form will be placed into the proper form. If there are additional clauses (paragraphs), they are connected using the following form: , and; be it further [new paragraph] Resolved, that…
Source: The submitter must provide name, congregation, phone and e-mail, even if submitted on behalf of a congregation or committee. If the source cannot be determined, the resolution will not be accepted.
Submission: The resolution may be submitted via E-mail to convention@diofdl.org or U.S. Mail to 1051 North Lynndale Drive, Suite 1B, Appleton, WI 54914
For questions or clarifications regarding this process, contact the Diocesan Office at (920) 830-8866 or diofdl@diofdl.org.
- be submitted in writing to the Bishop or Ecclesiastical Authority no later than 35 days prior to the convening of the Convention or;
- be found to be in order by at least a majority vote of the Convention.
Content: A resolution should request a specific action by the convention such as a proposed change to the Constitution or Canons, a directive to a committee or commission, or other action the convention may take. If a submitted resolution does not include a specific action, the maker will be asked to amend the resolution before acceptance on the agenda.
Rationale: A reason for the resolution should include an explanation with information, context or background to assist delegates to understand its purpose and need. A narrative after the resolution is preferred to “Whereas” clauses before it. The rationale is NOT a part of the resolution. A delegate may vote one way even though there may be disagreement with the rationale provided.
Form: Each resolution should begin with these words: Resolved, by the 144th Convention of the Diocese of Fond du Lac, that . . . Each resolution should follow proper form. A submission not in the proper form will be placed into the proper form. If there are additional clauses (paragraphs), they are connected using the following form: , and; be it further [new paragraph] Resolved, that…
Source: The submitter must provide name, congregation, phone and e-mail, even if submitted on behalf of a congregation or committee. If the source cannot be determined, the resolution will not be accepted.
Submission: The resolution may be submitted via E-mail to convention@diofdl.org or U.S. Mail to 1051 North Lynndale Drive, Suite 1B, Appleton, WI 54914
For questions or clarifications regarding this process, contact the Diocesan Office at (920) 830-8866 or diofdl@diofdl.org.
Materials
Convention materials are available online and both delegates and non-delegates are expected to bring their own copies (especially the proposed budget and resolutions), either electronically or in hard copy. Download them, store them on a digital device or print them before arrival. WiFi use on-site may result in gridlock if everyone tries to access documents online at the same time! If you are unable to access these documents or print them for yourself, please ask your church office to assist you.