50th Annual Convention
YE AR
S
The Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida
Golden Anniversary Friday, October 12 and Saturday, October 13, 2018 Speakers, Workshops, Elections, Reports, 2019 Budget Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, Punta Gorda
The Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida The Rt. Rev. Dabney T. Smith, Bishop
September 2018 8005 25th St. East Parrish, FL 34219 Phone: (941) 556-0315 episcopalswfl.org
My dear friends, It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 50th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Southwest Florida. It is a joy to celebrate 50 years of mission and ministry. We are honored to have for the convention the 27th Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church, Michael Bruce Curry. Bishop Curry is scheduled to lead a session with our clergy on Thursday; a plenary session with the wider diocesan community on Friday; and will preside and preach at our convention Holy Eucharist. He will also be among the honored guests at a special reception on the lawn overlooking the Peace River after the Eucharist. Bishop Curry also plans to be with us Saturday for the opening portion of the business session. This Golden Anniversary is not just a series of special events. The diocesan annual budget amplifies a significant mission component that along with our 2019 DaySpring Catalog, reveal a coherent sense of support for mission and congregational needs. Thank you for joining us as we begin the next 50 years and continue to live into the call of God’s Holy mission. Faithfully yours,
Dabney T. Smith Fifth Bishop of Diocese of Southwest Florida
2
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
YE AR
S
The Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida
Golden Anniversary Index Speakers .......................................................8 Saturday Agenda ..........................................12 Convention Rules ........................................15 Elections ......................................................16 Worksheets .................................................25 Resolutions ................................................27 Proposed 2019 Budget ............................29 Reports to Convention ........................... 43 3
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
A 50th Gathering
Schedule Highlights Thursday, Oct. 11 Friday in Punta Gorda with the Presiding Bishop This year, the diocese is celebrating its formation and 50th Convention. To mark the occasion, the Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church, the Most Rev. Michael Curry, will come to Punta Gorda. His visit will include preaching at our Friday Holy Eucharist, and speaking at our afternoon plenary session. The diocese is invited to RSVP online at episcopalswfl.org to attend Friday night’s Eucharist. At right is a roundup of the main convention event highlights for clergy, delegates and parishioners. Photo: The Most Rev. Michael Curry at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor, England courtesy the Episcopal Church and Owen Humphreys, photo pool, via Reuters. 4
10 a.m. Clergy event at Good Shepherd, Punta Gorda 1-3 p.m. Standing Committee 3-5 p.m. Diocesan Council
Friday Oct. 12
8 a.m. Registration opens. Continental breakfast. 9 a.m. Morning Prayer 9:30 a.m. Morning workshops 12 noon Lunch on the Riverwalk 2:30 p.m Plenary session with Bishop Curry 4 p.m. Tea and cookie break 5 p.m Holy Eucharist with Bishop Curry 7 p.m. Reception on the Peace River
Saturday, Oct. 13 8 a.m. Registration opens. Continental breakfast. 9 a.m. Morning Prayer 9:30 a.m. Bishop’s Address 10:30 a.m. First Business Session
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
About the Event
YE AR
S
The Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida
Golden Anniversary
Welcome from the Program Chair Happy 50th Convention! Can it really be 50 years since the Diocese of Southwest Florida was created out of the Diocese of South Florida? Fifty years ago there were no smartphones or laptops. FaceBook and Twitter weren’t even a gleam in someone’s eye. Color TV was a novelty, and there were only three broadcast stations. Fifty years ago we lived through the Tet Offensive in Vietnam and the assassinations of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Bobby Kennedy. “Hey Jude” and “Mrs. Robinson” were among the top 10 songs in 1968. Fifty years ago women could not be ordained as priests and could not serve as deputies to General Convention. How the world has changed! We gather this year to remember our first 50 years and anticipate the next 50 and beyond. Our special guest to celebrate with us is the Most Rev. Michael Curry, our Presiding Bishop. We look forward to his inspiring preaching and his magnetic personality. The line for selfies forms here! Please note some changes to our usual Friday convention schedule:
• Our afternoon workshops will run from 1 to 2:15 p.m. • “An Afternoon with the Presiding Bishop” — Bishop Curry speaks informally — starts at 2:30 p.m.
• From 4 to 4:45 p.m. we’ll celebrate the 35th 5
Anniversary of DaySpring with commemorative cookies and hot and cold drinks. • Our opening Eucharist is at 5 p.m., followed by a Reception on the Riverside — heavy hors d’oeuvres and a variety of beverages in a tent along the Peace River at the north end of the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center. This replaces our usual Friday night dinner party. • Since we’re not hosting a dinner, we have created a list of local restaurants for those of you who may want to go out for dinner on Friday after the reception. That list is on the diocesan website, episcopalswfl.org. Here’s what doesn’t change: Our warm welcome to you as leaders of the diocese. We know you are giving up your personal time to be here and do the work of the Episcopal Church in Southwest Florida, and we thank you for that commitment. We offer our usual round of workshops, both morning and afternoon, to provide continuing education and new ideas. Our ministry fair is back, as festive as ever, to show off mission and ministry around the diocese and invite your financial support for these good works. Welcome to convention. Let’s celebrate this great anniversary! Judy Stark, Convention Program Chair DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Friday Convention Details Friday Workshops On Friday, a full day of workshops dedicated to continuing education on a wide variety of interesting topics, is open to anyone, convention delegate/ alternate, clergy and guests/visitors. You must register in advance so that adequate provisions are made for seating and handout material. This is your opportunity to learn new skills and find resources you can take back to your congregation. The canonically required safeguarding training is offered annually. Registration forms can be downloaded from the convention page of the diocesan website. These are also included in the convention packets that are mailed to all official voters.
About Our Fiftieth Convention 2018 marks our Fiftieth “Golden Jubilee” Convention. Founded Oct. 16, 1969, our diocese began at a meeting chaired by Bishop Henry I. Louttit in Redington Beach. Our “mother” YE AR diocese (the Diocese of South Florida) had S been divided by the General Convention The Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida of the Episcopal Church in 1969 in South Bend, Ind. into three jurisdictions (Central Florida, Southeast Florida and Golden Anniversary Southwest Florida) after a decade long period of planning and discussion. The first Diocesan Convention was held at St. Mark’s Church, Venice, Nov. 19, 1969.
The Ministry Fair Our Ministry Fair opens on Friday at 8:30 a.m. and closes after lunch on Saturday. Located on the main concourse, it shows off the breadth and depth of ministry in our diocese with displays from congregations, ministry groups, national organizations and businesses that specialize in church products and services. There are shopping opportunities here, as well as opportunities to contribute to Episcopal charitable causes, and there are always surprises. Don’t forget to visit our very popular Altar Guild booth, where congregations offer, at no charge, vestments and equipment they no longer need.
Worship in Hibiscus Hall Daily worship is the center of our life together as a convention. Morning Prayer is at 9 a.m. Friday and Saturday and Noonday Prayer on Saturday. The convention’s Opening Eucharist will begin at 5 p.m. on Friday.
6
On-Site Registration On Friday Details for registration on Friday. • Those who are just attending to hear the Presiding Bishop at the Plenary Session, as well as attend the Holy Eucharist, do not have to register; instead they should RSVP to the diocese at our website episcopalswfl.org, unter the “2018 Convention” header. • Registration for Friday workshops and lunch is alphabetically organized from A – Z. There is no designation for clergy, lay delegate/alternate and guests/visitors. • Everyone is listed by individual last name, not by congregation. • You will be handed your name tag and your tickets for lunch if you have pre-ordered these. Unfortunately, no additional lunch tickets are available at convention. • Once you have picked up your materials, you may help yourself to the continental breakfast, visit the Ministry Fair tables, locate your first workshop room and attend Morning Prayer. DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
About The Most Rev. Michael Curry The Most Rev. Michael Bruce Curry is Presiding Bishop and Primate of the Episcopal Church. He is the Chief Pastor and serves as President and Chief Executive Officer, and as Chair of the Executive Council of the Episcopal Church. Presiding Bishop Curry was installed as the 27th Presiding Bishop and Primate of the Episcopal Church on November 1, 2015. He was elected to a nine-year term and confirmed at the 78th General Convention of the Episcopal Church in Salt Lake City on June 27, 2015. The descendant of enslaved Africans brought to North America by way of the trans-Atlantic slave routes, Presiding Bishop Curry was born in Chicago, IL, on March 13, 1953. Presiding Bishop Curry’s father was an Episcopal priest and his mother was a devout Episcopalian. She died at a young age, and Presiding Bishop Curry, along with his sister, was raised by his father and his grandmother. His father, mother and grandmother grounded him in Christian beliefs and practices through their example and their teachings. He attended public schools in Buffalo, NY, and, even at a young age, he learned about social activism through his father’s leadership and his own dedication to righting a broken world. Presiding Bishop Curry graduated with high honors from Hobart College in Geneva, NY, in 1975. He received a Master of Divinity degree in 1978 from Yale University Divinity School in New Haven, Conn. He is married to the former Sharon Clement, and they have two adult daughters, Rachel and Elizabeth.
the Diocese on the Episcopal Church’s Millennium Development Goals through a $400,000 campaign to buy malaria nets that saved over 100,000 lives. Presiding Bishop Curry has served on the boards of a large number of organizations, including the Task Force for Reimagining the Episcopal Church and as Chair and now Honorary Chair of Episcopal Relief & Development.
Bishop Curry’s Ministry
Preaching and writing
He was ordained to the diaconate in June 1978, at St. Paul’s Cathedral, Buffalo, NY, by the Rt. Rev. Harold B. Robinson, and to the priesthood in December 1978, at St. Stephen’s, Winston-Salem, NC, by the Rt. Rev. John M. Burgess. He began his ministry as deacon-in-charge at St. Stephen’s, Winston-Salem, in 1978 and was rector from 1979-1982. He next accepted a call as rector at St. Simon of Cyrene, Lincoln Heights, OH, serving from 1982-1988. In 1988 he was called to become rector of St. James’, Baltimore, MD, where he served until his election as the 11th Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina in February 2000. Throughout his ministry, Presiding Bishop Curry has been active in issues of social justice, reconciliation, speaking out on immigration policy and marriage equality. In his three parish ministries in North Carolina, Ohio, and Maryland, Presiding Bishop Curry had extensive involvement in preaching missions; Crisis Control Ministry; the founding of ecumenical summer day camps for children; preaching missions; the Absalom Jones initiative; creation of networks of family day care providers; creation of educational centers; and the brokering of millions of dollars of investment in inner-city neighborhoods. As Bishop in the Diocese of North Carolina, Presiding Bishop Curry instituted a network of canons, deacons, and youth ministry professionals dedicated to supporting the ministry that happens in local congregations. He refocused
Presiding Bishop Curry maintains a national preaching and teaching ministry, having been featured on The Protestant Hour and as a frequent speaker at churches, cathedrals, and conferences around the country and internationally. He has authored three books: Following the Way of Jesus: Church’s Teachings in a Changing World (2017); Songs My Grandma Sang (2015); and Crazy Christians: A Call to Follow Jesus (2013). He was one of the subjects of In Conversation: Michael Curry and Barbara Harris by Fredrica Harris Thompsett (2017). Biography from www.theepiscopalchurch.org. Follow him on Instagram and Twitter @pb_curry
7
Above, Bishop Curry preaching at the Chrism Mass at the Cathedral Church of St. Peter on March 7, 2014. Below, with Bishop Smith after Chrism Mass.
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Friday Speakers & Workshops MORNING SESSION: 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon 1A: Race and Reconciliation This will be an opportunity to hear from and be heard by the Diocesan Committee on Race and Reconciliation. The committee has been meeting throughout the year and now has lots to report. We want you to know more about our plans for pilgrimage, celebrating the life and witness of Absalom Jones, reviewing Living into God’s Dream (copies of this book were distributed last year), and our evolving partnership with grassroots organizations in the diocese. We also want to hear from you! This past July, the 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church acted on many issues, including 400+ resolutions. Among them: Prayer Book revision, marriage, immigration, sexual misconduct, discrimination in the Church, diversity, racial reconciliation, Creation care, and welcoming back the Diocese of Cuba. What does all this mean to our Diocesan community? How will our worship, life, and ministry be affected? Presenters: Members of the Committee on Race and Reconciliation
1B: Living the Jesus Movement through Justice Ministry Were you aware that there are four interfaith justice organizations within the Diocese of Southwest Florida? These organizations have been a leading power behind the passage of the statewide civil citation bill, the allocation of millions of dollars for affordable housing in various counties, and improvements in education, jobs, health care, drugs and crime in our cities and towns. If you want to give new life to your church, be sure to make a difference in your community, provide hope to the suffering, and stand fast together with people of faith, then this is the workshop for you! All with a heart for 8
justice are encouraged to attend. The workshop will be particularly helpful for rectors, priests-in-charge, deacons and outreach leaders who want their church to be part of building a social order that reflects God’s dream for all. Presenters: The Very Rev. Carla McCook, rector of St. Margaret of Scotland, Sarasota, and co-chair of SURE (Sarasota United for Strength and Equity) in Sarasota County; the Rev. Kathleen Walter, rector of St. John’s, Clearwater, and co-chair of the Affordable Housing Committee of FAST (Faith and Action for Strength Together) in Pinellas County; a team of 10 Episcopal clergy and lay leaders actively involved in justice ministry in our diocese; and special guest, Mrs. Flo Young of Bethel Community Baptist Church in St. Petersburg, executive board member of DART (Direct Action and Research Training), the national organization that oversees our local organizations.
1C: Will You Be Made Whole? Just one touch of Jesus … just one glance of Jesus and we are changed. Healing is more than relief from pain; it is transformation of the whole person. Jesus said to the paralytic lying by the pool of Bethesda, “Will you be made whole?” He replied: “I have no one to put me in the pool.” Many of us feel like that! There is no one to help; no one to hear. Lie there long enough and sometimes we feel as if something is missing inside us. or “What’s wrong with me?” We yearn to be whole. Jesus has a solution and is the solution, for He moves with such power and authority and has given us the same. “Go and do likewise!” he both invites and commands. Come and experience the healing touch of Jesus and have the opportunity to give it to others. This workshop is for all clergy and laity who want to experience healing and wholeness for themselves and pray for others’ healing if so led. Presenters: The Rev. Dr. Sharon Lewis is the founder and DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
executive director of Amazing Love Healing Ministry. She served as rector of Church of the Holy Spirit, Osprey, for 15 years. She has worked in the healing ministry for 25+ years and is a chaplain for the Order of St Luke. Currently she assists at St. Mary Magdalene, Bradenton. Her great desire is see people set free in Christ! The Rev. Robert Douglas currently serves as the rector of St. Mark’s, Tampa. He has been actively involved in the healing ministry for well over a decade and is a chaplain for the Order of St. Luke. His belief that “ healed people heal” is rooted in the healing power of Jesus in his own life and sense of call to bring the healing touch of Jesus to others.
1D: Safeguarding Training This is the standard training to heighten awareness of sexual abuse and harassment of children and youth, seniors, staff and volunteers, and offers detection and prevention training. Trainees will be issued a certificate of completion that is good for five years. Recommended for those who work with children, youth and seniors, including lay ministers and church leaders. Presenters: Diocesan Safe Church team
AFTERNOON SESSION: 1 to 2:15 p.m. 2A: Risk Management: What Congregation Leaders Must Understand Worship, mission, pastoral care and evangelism: These broad areas of a congregation’s ministry impact our lives and our communities. But what about risk management? Guarding against the risks that affect our human, capital, financial and natural resources is critical to ensure that all of these ministries can continue. This presentation will discuss three critical areas – know your risk, know your policy, know your options. This presentation is an overview designed to engage vestry members and ministry leaders, but the concepts apply to us all. Every congregation has risks to manage. Be on top of yours! 9
Presenters: Paul W. Stephens, ARM, vice president, Marketing & Risk Management Services, The Church Insurance Agency Corporation; Steven Follos, general manager, The Church Insurance Agency Corporation; panel of diocesan chancellors and the Diocesan Risk Management Team; Anne Vickers and Martha Goodwill, diocesan staff.
2B: After General Convention: What Next? This past July, the 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church acted on many issues, including 400plus resolutions. Among them: Prayer Book revision, marriage, immigration, sexual misconduct, discrimination in the Church, diversity, racial reconciliation, Creation care, and welcoming back the Diocese of Cuba. What does all this mean to our Diocesan community? How will our worship, life, and ministry be affected? Presenters: Members of the diocesan deputation to the 79th General Convention.
2C: Welcoming and the Classic Episcopal Brand The Episcopal Church has been a pioneer in modern marketing. From the first church broadcast in the 1920s at KDKA to Forward Movement evangelism publications in the 1930s to Madison Avenue marketing with the creation of the now-iconic “The Episcopal Church Welcomes You” sign and slogan in the 1950s, our church has had a clear identity and legacy. This legacy of this “Episcopal” brand is an important part of marketing, promotion and evangelism. Just what is the “Episcopal” brand? How can your parish express it in your unique way, being true to the brand yet unique to your congregation? We will look at the essential elements of properly branding an Episcopal Church, including signage, greeting, emails, website, worship materials and bulletins. As part of our look at branding, we will examine the renovation of the USF St. Anselm Chapel Center and the creation of the new identity of the Wesley Chapel Episcopal Church. Along with our look at Episcopal best practices, we will distribute a handy checklist to share with your vestry to see what you need to do to maximize your emails, bulletins, website and marketing presence. We will review DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
the latest technology in web streaming with John V. DiPietro of the Cathedral Church of St. Peter. We will also share our diocesan and DaySpring brand guidelines, social media policy and Diocesan Style Book. Presenters: As director of communications of the Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida, Garland Pollard supports our 76 congregations in their marketing efforts, as well as supervising our diocesan emails, marketing and publications. In addition to his work with the diocese, his writing work includes the website BrandlandUSA, the nation’s leading website concerning the history of legacy brands. The Rev. Adrienne Hymes is chaplain at St. Anselm’s Episcopal Chapel Center at USF in Tampa and is diocesan missioner for church extension, where she is priest in charge of the new Wesley Chapel Episcopal Church.
2D: Youth Ministry: In Your Congregation, In Our Diocese What is youth ministry and what does it look like in our congregations, the diocese, Province IV and the wider Episcopal Church? Participants will examine various models of youth ministry in congregations and learn what youth ministers do. They will be able to collaborate and share ideas for strengthening programs, connecting with others in the deaneries, attracting families, building leadership teams, and cyber ministry. Presenter: Greg Randall is director of youth ministry and programming for the Diocese of Southwest Florida.
PLENARY SESSION: 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
About the Friday Holy Eucharist Our Friday Eucharist is the highlight of convention. This Rite II service includes our vested priests and deacons, as well as leadership from across the diocese. For 2018, we will have a special diocesan choir led by Dwight Thomas, of the Cathedral Church of St. Peter. Hymns selected for the gathered convention include beloved Episcopal favorites. The service, which includes the processing of diocesan clergy, is always a logistical feat. Assisting in the gathering are the volunteers from Diocesan Altar Guild, Cathedral Vergers, ushers from Good Shepherd Punta Gorda, and acolytes from across the diocese, as well as dozens of others. A special offering will be be collected. The choir will begin rehearsals in the hall at 4 p.m; the service will begin at 5 p.m. At the 2017 Annual Convention, clergy including the Archdeacon Kathleen Moore, Bishop Smith and The Rev. Fred Robinson. Below, the Rev. Benjamin Twinamaani, the Rev. Christian Villagomeza and the Rev. Ryan Whitley processing.
3A: Keynote Afternoon with Bishop Curry Our keynote convention workshop offering is a plenary session with the Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church, the Most Rev. Michael Curry. He will spend time with the entire diocese in the afternoon before he preaches and celebrates at the opening Holy Eucharist. Presenter: The Most Rev. Michael Curry
10
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Episcopal Ministry Fair The concourse at the conference center is lined with tables displaying the breadth and depth of ministries in this diocese: All God’s Creatures Animal Ministry, Iona-Hope Justice Ministries of Southwest Florida Wear a Prayer Redeemer Singles Ministry Threads of Hope DaySpring Camp and Conference Center Episcopal Relief and Development Cursillo Chaplains to Diocesan Clergy Redeemer Gift Shop Cornerstone Kids Diocesan Altar Guild Free Market Diocesan Women’s Ministries Diocesan Youth Diocesan Latino Ministries Diocesan Young Adult Ministries Westminster Communities Bishop Gray Retirement Foundation Kairos Prison Ministry Union of Black Episcopalians Daughters of the King Dominican Development Group Companion Diocese Committee Clergy Spouse Association Amazing Love Healing Ministry Our Little Roses Wesley Chapel Episcopal Church Sewanee School of Theology St. Mark’s Labyrinth Ministry St. Giles Episcopal Church Epiphany Cape Coral ECW St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church Verdin Company Lifetouch Florida Organ Works C.M. Almy Photos from top: The Rev. Canon Katie Churchwell of the Cathedral with Karen Owens of Holy Trinity, Clearwater; Karen Carroll with locally sourced coffee at the Dominican Development Group table; The Rev. Chase Ackerman of St. John’s, Tampa with The Rev. Chris Wood, Church of the Redeemer. 11
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Saturday Convention Agenda Fiftieth Annual Convention Diocese of Southwest Florida Registration and Coffee........................................................................................................................................ 8 – 8:50 a.m. Quiet Time before Morning Prayer...................................................................................................................... 8:50 – 9 a.m. Morning Prayer, Rite II: The Rt. Rev. Michael Garrison, Officiant ..................................................................... 9 – 9:30 a.m. Bishop’s Address.................................................................................................................................... …….9:30 – 10:15 a.m. First Business Session....................................................................................................................................10:30 – 11:30 a.m. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Introduction of Visiting Dignitaries .......................................................................................The Rt. Rev. Dabney Smith Appointments for Convention ................................................................................................The Rt. Rev. Dabney Smith Credentials Report........................................................................................................ The Rev. Canon Michael Durning Introduction of New Canonically Resident Clergy....................................................... The Rev. Canon Michael Durning Introduction of Non Canonically Resident Clergy....................................................... The Rev. Canon Michael Durning Final Credentials Report............................................................................................... The Rev. Canon Michael Durning Report of the Committee on Dispatch of Business....................................................................The Rev. Adrienne Hymes Report on Nominations, Elections and Explanation of Process.................................... The Rev. Canon Michael Durning First Ballot.................................................................................................................... The Rev. Canon Michael Durning Break
10. Voice Vote Confirmation/Deanery Reps to Diocesan Council…..................................The Rev. Canon Richard Norman 11. Bishop Appoints and Convention Confirms..................................................................The Rev. Canon Richard Norman 12. Bishop’s Appointees.................................................................................................................The Rt. Rev. Dabney Smith 13. Report of Vote.............................................................................................................. The Rev. Canon Michael Durning 14. Noonday Prayer ......................................................................................................... The Rt. Rev. Barry Howe, Officiant 15. Necrology.......................................................................................................................................... The Rev. Joe Hudson Lunch 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. 16. Second Ballot................................................................................................................ The Rev. Canon Michael Durning 17. Report of the Treasurer and Budget Presentation.................................................................... Canon Anne Vickers, CFO 18. Resolutions through Constitution and Canons........................................................................................... Mr. Ted Tripp 19. Report of the Resolutions Committee.............................................................................................. Mr. Gregory Hearing 20. Report of Vote.............................................................................................................. The Rev. Canon Michael Durning 21. Third Ballot.................................................................................................................. The Rev. Canon Michael Durning 22. Announcement: 2019 (51st) Diocesan Convention......................................................................................Ms. Judy Stark 23. Other Resolutions (if necessary)....................................................................................................... Mr. Gregory Hearing 24. Courtesy Resolutions........................................................................................................................ Mr. Gregory Hearing 25. Report of Vote (if necessary)......................................................................................... The Rev. Canon Michael Durning 26. Closing Prayer and Adjournment.............................................................................................The Rt. Rev. Dabney Smith Background photo: St. Mark’s, Venice, 1950s. Photo, Diocese of Southwest Florida Archives.
12
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Saturday Convention Details Credentials and seating at the business meeting
At the business meeting, seating is designated as follows: • Voting members of convention sit at designated tables at the front of the hall labeled by deanery and congregation. • Retired clergy, who retain seat and voice, sit at tables specifically designated for them. They do not sit with their former or current congregations. • Tables marked “Special Guests” are set aside for members of Standing Committee, Diocesan Council, Finance Committee, Endowment Board, Chancellor and Vice Chancellors, Chaplains to retired clergy and families, Honorary Members of Convention, Visiting Bishops and other designated Special Guests. • All others are seated in the designated guest gallery. These include, but are not limited to, lay alternates; non-canonically resident clergy; clergy spouses; and anyone else wishing to attend this annual business meeting of the Diocese of Southwest Florida. Convention Pages will be assigned to the floor of convention to assist with the collection of ballots and other voting floor tasks as assigned. The Saturday registration and seating maintain the integrity of the voting system, ensuring that everyone who is on the floor of convention is authorized to be there. From this registration we are able to obtain an accurate count of the delegates and the congregations represented in order to determine a quorum. That establishes the number of votes required to conduct the business of convention, such as approving resolutions and the budget, electing candidates and dealing with other business that may be brought to the floor. You may not pick up your Saturday voter packets, nametags or sign in for the business meeting before 8 a.m. on Saturday morning. In your voter packet you will find convention information, ballots and a specific type of pencil 13
Saturday On-Site Registration Begins at 8 a.m. The annual business meeting of the diocese requires a separate registration process from Friday. We do this to differentiate “members of convention” (lay and clergy voting delegates) from all other attendees. • Locate the registration table in the concourse of the conference center that corresponds to your standing as an attendee. The choices will be clergy/clergy spouse/lay delegate/lay alternate/guests/visitors. Each category will be sub-sectioned alphabetically (A-J, K-N, and so on) by last name. Make certain you are at the correct table category and in the correct line alphabetically. • You will be handed your nametag and where applicable a voter packet. You will also be handed your lunch tickets for Saturday (No additional lunch tickets will be sold or available at convention). • Once you are registered, proceed to the floor of convention in Hibiscus Hall. Locate your designated seating area/deanery. Convention Pages will be assigned to each deanery and can help you find your table.
that must be used to mark the ballots. Nametags for Saturday are specifically color-coded as a means for us to easily distinguish the credentialed members of convention from our guests.
Clergy Members Diocesan Canons list six separate
distinctions for clergy members of convention. The canon that applies to you will be noted on your nametag. The preliminary roster was posted online in July so that you have adequate time for review and change requests. It is too late to make status changes on convention weekend.
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Changing from Alternate to Delegate Delegates who know in advance of convention weekend that they will be unable to attend may arrange to have their congregation’s alternate changed to full delegate status. The change of delegation form is on the convention page of the diocesan website (found under the “Governance” tab on the “Home” page) along with all the other convention registration materials. This form must be completed and signed by the rector/vicar/priest in charge and senior warden or secretary of the vestry, and mailed to the Rev. Canon Michael Durning at the diocese and received no later than close of business on Friday, Oct. 5, 2018. For delegate changes on the day of convention (Saturday only), alternates and their rector, vicar, priest-in-charge or interim must visit the credentials room located at the back of the registration tables. The clergy member must sign the change form. If no clergy member from the congregation is present, a clergy member of the bishop’s staff will verify and sign the change form. At that point the alternate’s nametag will be updated and the alternate will receive a voter packet and will be seated at the congregation’s table on the floor of convention. Delegate changes are only permitted
Here, the Rev. Adrienne Hymes and voting judge Sandy Albanese, of St. Mark’s, Venice, checking the vote tally in 2017 during the 49th Annual Convention.
prior to the presentation of the final Credentials report (usually this comes about at approximately 10 a.m. on Saturday). After that time no changes in delegate/delegation status may be made. Once you have picked up your nametag and voter packet, you are officially registered and you alone are responsible for your personal convention materials and ballots. No duplicate materials will
Business Session, Seating and Voting As you enter Hibiscus Hall, a floor manager will direct you to the appropriate area — the floor of convention or the guests gallery. We do this to assure that only those who are entitled to vote are seated on the voting floor of convention. This is how we insure the integrity of the vote. Once the business meeting has begun, if you wish to speak at an appropriate time, please approach one of the two microphones on the convention floor and wait to be recognized by the chair. First state your name 14
be handed out. Your voter packet includes the day’s agenda. We begin with registration at 8 a.m. followed by Morning Prayer at 9 a.m. and the business session at 9:30 a.m. You are invited to enjoy a continental breakfast and visit the Ministry Fair in the concourse before you enter the floor of convention in Hibiscus Hall.
and congregation, and then make your comments, which are limited to two minutes. Then return to your seat. Convention works through the agenda, with scheduled breaks and a lunch period. Votes will be taken throughout the day on a variety of issues. For some votes, you will fill in a printed ballot and hand it to an assigned page, who will then carry the ballots to the tellers to be counted electronically. Other votes may be taken by a show of red or green cards, which you will receive in your voter packet, along with other official materials. At the appropriate time, hold up red for “No” and green for “Yes.” The floor pages will count the cards. DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Rules of Convention RULE I: MAJORITY VOTE REQUIRED Unless otherwise specified, all decisions shall be by majority of the Members of Convention.
RULE II: DISTRIBUTION OF MATERIALS (A) No items of any kind, except water and similar generic provisions, shall be placed on the tables on the Convention floor. (B) Except for materials accepted for inclusion in the registration packets, no papers, including biographical data for persons running for office, shall be distributed on the tables on the Convention floor or to people as they register for Convention.
RULE III: OBJECTIONS TO CONSIDERATION OF A QUESTION Objection to the consideration of a question can be made only when the question is first introduced before it has been debated. Such objection requires no second, cannot be debated or amended, and must have a two-thirds vote to sustain it.
RULE IV: QUESTIONS OF ORDER All questions of order shall be decided by the Presiding Officer without debate. If a member wishes to request reconsideration of the decision, it must be requested immediately. The Presiding Officer shall take such consultation as seems advisable and make a final decision, which is not debatable or appealable.
RULE V: RULES OF DEBATE (A) Members of Convention intending to address the Convention shall use one of the designated microphones and shall preface their remarks with their name and congregation or organization. (B) Remarks shall be addressed to the Presiding Officer and not to another member. (C) Debate shall be confined strictly to the subject before the Convention. (D) Members presenting nonprocedural motions shall have the motion written out prior to making the motion, and shall immediately furnish the written motion to the Secretary of the Convention to ensure that it is accurately stated to the Convention and recorded in the journal of the Convention. 15
Nonprocedural motions that are not written out prior to presentation shall be ruled out of order. (E) No Member may speak longer than two (2) minutes at one time, without leave of the Convention. (F) No Member may speak a second time to a question if any other Member who so desires has not spoken for a first time to that question. (G) No Member may speak more than twice in the same debate without leave of the Convention. (H) Total debate on a motion shall be limited to fifteen (15) minutes, except when extended by a two-thirds (2/3) affirmative vote of the Convention. (I) Total debate on any one Resolution, including all proposed amendments thereto, shall be limited to forty-five (45) minutes, except when extended by a two-thirds (2/3) affirmative vote of the Convention.
RULE VI: CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS In order for a Resolution to be presented to and considered by the Convention, it must conform to the provisions of the Canons of the Diocese of Southwest Florida. A proposed resolution that is not presented to the Convention in accordance with the Canons shall be ruled out of order. RULE VII: MOTION TO SUSPEND THE RULES A Motion to Suspend the Rules requires a two-thirds (2/3) affirmative vote, is not debatable, and cannot be amended or reconsidered.
Speaking at Convention • Once the business meeting has begun, if you wish to speak at an appropriate time, please approach one of the two microphones on the convention floor and wait to be recognized by the chair. • First state your name and congregation, and then make your comments, which are limited to two minutes. Then return to your seat. • Convention works through the agenda, with scheduled breaks and a lunch period immediately after nominations close.
Background photo: St. Augustine, St. Petersburg, Easter Sunday, April 3, 1955 from Diocese of Southwest Florida Archives. DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Election Nominees Election A: Standing Committee, Lay Elect one lay person to a three-year term
Michael Alford Calvary, Indian Rocks Beach Biography: I am an attorney, licensed by the Florida Bar, and have been actively practicing since my graduation from the University of Florida in 1986. I began my career as a litigator with the law firm of Holland & Knight in Miami, and moved into the financial services industry in 1989 with PaineWebber, Inc. In 1994 I relocated to St. Petersburg where I joined Raymond James Financial, eventually assuming the role of Deputy General Counsel. In December of 2017 I retired from Raymond James after 23 years of service and accepted a full time position as Chief Administrative Officer/Legal Counsel with Habitat for Humanity. My current position matches my passion for service with my professional training in unique and rewarding ways. I am married to a wonderful woman (24 years and going strong) and together we have three teen aged children who manage to keep life interesting! I am involved in charitable and community service work including chairing the Board of American Stage - St. Pete, serving on the Policy Committee for Habitat International, and participating in annual mission trips abroad (Central America and Africa) as a construction team member. Most recently I participated in a Habitat Global Village build in Malawi where we constructed two homes in one week in connection with that country’s “Orphans and Vulnerable Groups (OVG)” program. Nominee Statement: I have spent my professional life counseling clients in navigating difficult and often complex situations with the goal of achieving the best possible outcomes. I believe this experience along with my passion for service qualifies me for your consideration for this position. I have been actively involved in my church for most of my adult life. At Calvary (my home parish) I currently serve as Senior Warden on our Vestry. In addition, I regularly serve on the altar as a Lay Eucharistic Minister and Lector. I am a member of our Finance Committee and serve as a volunteer/ chaperone along with our Rector on youth mission trips. Last 16
year I was elected as an at-large representative of the Diocesan Council and have enjoyed serving in that capacity. I am also a delegate from Calvary at Annual Convention. Becoming more actively involved in the work of the Diocese has given me a real appreciation for the commitment and dedication of the clergy and lay leaders who work so diligently for the good of God’s people. I feel called to do likewise and that is why I’m submitting my nomination.
B.J. Webb Bishop All Angels, Longboat Key Biography: BJ Webb Bishop currently serves as the Senior Warden of All Angels by The Sea in Longboat Key. Prior to living in Longboat, she lived in Leesburg, Va., where she served on the Vestry of St. James Episcopal Church and attended St. James since childhood. Her professional life was spent in legislative work, real estate and in elected office as a Planning Commissioner, Council Member, Vice Mayor and Mayor of Leesburg. She continues to serve in public office as the Chair of the Planning and Zoning Board of Longboat Key FL. Mrs. Bishop is married and the mother of two grown sons and four grand-daughters. She has been an active volunteer in her communities serving on numerous boards including the United States Tennis Association, The Loudoun Chapters of the American Cancer Society and Red Cross as well as a trustee for the Westmoreland Davis Foundation. Nominee Statement: Mrs. Bishop began attending All Angels by the Sea as a snowbird in 2003. In 2010 she was asked to edit the newsletter for All Angels and also took an active interest in helping with the gardens and landscaping. In 2011 Mrs. Bishop was asked to fill an unexpired term on the Vestry of All Angels. She has served on the Vestry since that time. She was asked to serve as Senior Warden in 2013 and remains in that role. She, with her talented Jr. Warden, Bob Erker, are responsible for the gardens and grounds of All Angels. She has stepped in to handle administrative tasks during the rector’s absence due to illness. She has been involved in drafting job descriptions for administrative staff, as well as interviewing and hiring. She serves on the Endowment Committee, Finance Committee, Columbarium Committee, Outreach Committee and the Investment Subcommittee of the Endowment Fund. She has written a history of All Angels Church - background which was used for a recent article in the Diocesan Magazine. She currently chairs the effort of selecting a new priest for All Angels with the help of the Vestry, Canon Durning and Canon Norman. The search effort has included numerous parish meetings and the preparation of a Parish Survey and, the Parish Profile, done with the talented Vestry of All Angels. DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Augusta ‘Gussie’ Haeffner Church of The Redeemer, Sarasota Biography: I worshipped in this diocese for the first time in summer of 1973 when my parents moved South and joined Church of the Redeemer. We continued to worship whenever we came to visit them as we lived around the world as an Army family until retiring in Sarasota in 1990. I am a cradle Episcopalian, baptized in the Army Post Chapel on Governor’s Island, NY and confirmed and later married at St. Alban’s in Columbus, OH. Employed as the Parish Secretary in Honolulu, HI 1976 and then in two additional large parishes in Virginia. Also worked as Administrative Support and Executive Secretary for Department of Defense in Europe and recently retired as Executive Assistant to the Director of The Ringling Museum here in Sarasota. Over the years I have been involved at the parish level with Altar Guild, Christian Education, Vestry, Lay Reader, Chalice Bearer, and Coordinator for Alpha. My husband and I also served on many teams for Marriage Encounter and for Engaged Encounter. During over fifteen years at Redeemer I have been involved with the Needlepoint Guild, Hospitality, an Anglo/Hispanic Task Force, Alpha, Cursillo, as Lay Reader and Chalice Bearer, serving on Vestry, and as Senior Warden. I have also served 3 terms on the Diocesan Council. Nominee Statement: I was born and raised in an Army family and went on to marry a West Point graduate. I have lived in more houses than I can remember and participated in myriad of Episcopal congregations in churches and Post Chapels around the U.S. and abroad with a variety of prayer books. I came to learn at an early age that church is so very much more than any one building. I have a deep and abiding love for our Episcopal Church and cherish its liturgy and sacraments. I feel my varied experience provides me with a unique perspective on the workings of the Diocese. I am comfortable working with both clergy and lay colleagues. Our Church is not dead, but merely, as C.S. Lewis said, a sleeping giant who is anxious to awaken! As this Diocese moves forward to live into the future, I feel excited at the prospect of being a part of those challenges, actions, and growth. I would be honored to be elected to serve on the Diocesan Standing Committee.
Hal Smith St. Andrew, Spring Hill Biography: I hold a Bachelor’s degree in General Studies, and a Master’s degree in International Studies. I am a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the Army and served in Vietnam and numerous tours overseas. My last tour was an Inspector General for the Secretary of the Army. After retiring from the Army, I became Vice-President of operations of a manufacturing company. However, I had a passion for helping kids and soon took on the position of JROTC Senior instructor at a high school in North Carolina. It is there where I met my wife Debbie and together we have taken on the 17
responsibility of helping children in the community where we worked and lived. We retired from teaching and administration in 2013 and moved to Florida. We both wanted to remain active in the community and were given that opportunity when we became members of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Spring Hill. After a couple of years of being involved in church activities, Debbie became the church administrator and I was given a leadership role as a member and Junior Warden on the Vestry. Along with our regular duties, we have focused on the church’s Food Pantry program, the Back-Pack program for elementary schools, and the Christmas Angel Tree program for families in Spring Hill. I presently have the privilege of serving on the Bishops Diocesan council as a representative of the Clearwater deanery where I’m serving out my term. I have thoroughly enjoyed my tenure as a member on the diocesan council and have learned a lot but I believe new faces and new ideas are always important for organizations to remain fresh in their goals and objectives. We owe that to all the parishioners in our diocese that we serve and represent. However, I would still like to continue to serve the diocese in some capacity. The opportunity to serve on The Standing committee would be an honor and another opportunity to serve you the parishioners of our diocese. Thank You for your support. Nominee Statement: I currently serve as a member of the Diocesan Council from the Clearwater Denary and have enjoyed serving you during this time. I will be completing my term in 2018 and will not run for another term because I believe that fresh faces and new ideas representing the parishioners of our diocese are important for that organization to remain objective in its mission. I currently hold the position of Junior Warden at St. Andrews Church in Spring Hill, Florida. I am involved in the day-to-day operation of the church and specifically involved in the Food pantry program, Back-packs for elementary schools and the Angel Tree program. I have been asked to submit my name for nomination to the Standing committee and would consider it an honor and a privilege to serve the parishioners of our Diocese. If elected, I look forward to serving and representing you in the building and growing of our diocese. I am extremely proud of our diocese and the leadership role it has undertaken in all the communities of Florida. Thank You for your support.
Jacqueline L Smith St. John, Clearwater Biography:: I was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. I was married and had two girls. They have had five children between them, and I have a great grandson too. I worked for the City of Cleveland as an Assistant Manager for Park Maintenance (I was the first female truck driver in my department) until I retired and moved to Florida. Two things I really enjoy are playing pinochle and going out dancing. DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
I became an Episcopalian in 1980 and have been active in the church ever since. In Cleveland I was an usher, Sunday school teacher, choir mom, altar guild, breakfast coordinator, chalice minister, vestry member, adult youth leader (local and diocese level), and member of the commission for Racial understanding (Diocese level), EYE adult youth leader (National Level) and in the diaconate program. Since I have been here I have served as AIDS Partnership Dinner Coordinator (Volunteer), volunteer for empath health, Faith in Action Strength Together ( FAST) member, attended Cursillo, chalice minister, Eucharistic visitor and work with the acolytes. I have become a Daughter of the King (DOK) Chapter President and now serve as VP of DOK for the Diocese. Past vestry member, Jr. Warden responsible for the grounds and buildings. I’m always willing to raise my hand and say, “Here I am Lord.” Nominee Statement: I would like the opportunity to serve on the Standing Committee, to have the opportunity to work with Bishop Smith and the Committee to address and advise regarding any issues facing the Church today. I would contribute to a positive solution by listening to all sides of each issue, seeking consensus if there is one or alternatives, if there is not. I would be honored to serve the Diocese with prayer, dedication, hard work and creativity while taking confidentiality very seriously. Thank you so much for your consideration.
Our Hollywood Convention In 1968, our predecessor Diocese of South Florida held its 46th Annual Convention on May 20-22, 1968 at the Diplomat Hotel, Hollywood. There were 82 parishes, 53 missions, 169 clergy delegates, 216 lay delegates attending. From Southwest Florida, appointments for convention included The Hon. Arthur S. Gibbons of Tampa as vice chancellor, and the Rev. Canon LeRoy Lawson of St. Petersburg and the Rev. E. Paul Hayes as examining chaplains. 18
Election B: Standing Committee, Presbyter Elect two presbyters to a three-year term
The Rev. Eric S. Cooter St. Monica, Naples
Biography: In March 2018, Fr. Eric was elected as Rector of St. Monica’s Episcopal Church, Naples, FL. Prior to his current ministry at St. Monica’s, Fr. Eric served on the Bishop’s staff for five years. Fr. Eric served as “Canon for Ministry Development” and supported congregations in transition, serving as Diocesan Transition Minister, and as staff liaison overseeing the ordination process in the diocese. Fr. Eric also facilitated the clergy Fresh Start Program in the diocese, a leadership development initiative for newly called or appointed clergy. He also served on Diocesan Council (20102012), and was the Chair of Diocesan Nominating Committee, Chair of the Dispatch of Business (Diocesan Convention), and is currently serving as a Deputy to the 2018 General Convention. He was selected to serve on the Evangelism and Church Planting Committee for the 2018 General Convention. Fr. Eric has served the broader church as President of the Board for the Conference of Diocesan Executives (2015-2016) and is a member of the “Gathering of Leaders.” He holds the rank of Major in the USAF Auxiliary (CAP) and serves as the Wing Chaplain for the Florida Wing. Fr. Eric supervises the ministry of over 20 Chaplains and 30 Character Development Specialists throughout the State of Florida. He also holds an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate, with Multi and Single Engine Airplane, Instrument ratings. He also holds an FAA “Gold Seal” Certified Flight Instructor Certificate, Airplane – Instrument. Fr. Eric continues to serve as an active Mission Pilot flying local disaster relief and search and rescue missions. He also conducts flight instruction and cadet orientation flights. Nominee Statement: I served on the Bishop’s staff for five years, and I have an understanding of the unique ministry of the Diocesan Bishop, and his apostolic leadership ministry, as Chief Pastor of the Diocese. I have experience serving as staff liaison for the ordination process and thus, I have a working knowledge of the Standing Committee’s specific responsibility in that process. I have worked with most of the parishes of our diocese, both through the transition process and through my work, supporting ministry development in the diocese. If elected to the Standing Committee, I will serve diligently and faithfully as a member of his council of advice and as a supporter of our Bishop’s ministry, offering counsel and guidance. DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
The Rev. Matthew T. Grunfeld Annunciation, Holmes Beach
The Rev. Eric Kahl St. Mary, Tampa
Biography: I am originally from Columbus, Georgia, and am a cradle Episcopalian. I have a B.A. in Political Science and Sociology from Emory University in Atlanta. While I was at Emory, I entered the ordination process for the Diocese of Atlanta. For a year between college and seminary, I worked as a chaplain resident at St. Francis Hospital in my hometown. I moved to New York City to attend the General Theological Seminary, where I hold an M.Div. After ordination to the priesthood in 2008, I served as a rector of two small parishes in the Diocese of Alabama before being called to the Diocese of Southwest Florida and Church of the Annunciation in 2015. My continuing education includes participating in the College for Congregational Development, the Episcopal Church’s Start Up! Start Over! program, and the joint Northwestern University-Bexley Seabury Leadership Institute. I completed coursework to be a Pastoral Care Specialist with the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. I have reading and liturgical proficiency in Spanish. Beyond the life of the church, I enjoy traveling, kayaking, and the Atlanta Braves. Nominee Statement: I consider myself blessed to be an Episcopalian and to serve the Lord of the Church as a priest. If elected to the Standing Committee, I will be diligent and attentive to the matters which come before the committee for the good order of the church. I will seek to support the ministry and witness of our parishes, our diocese, and the greater Episcopal Church. Our church has an important message of hope in Jesus Christ to share with a broken world, and the committee’s work ensures that we are well-equipped to meet this challenge. I have been formed by previous experience in ministry to the wider church. In the Diocese of Alabama, I served as a member of Diocesan Council and its subcommittee on implementation of the Denominational Health Plan. I was also elected to the deputation to the 77th General Convention in 2015. I also served as a chaplain for Elementary Camp at Camp McDowell and on the Board of Trustees for Holy Cross Episcopal School in Montgomery. In the Diocese of Southwest Florida, I serve as a faculty member for the School for Ministry Development and as a member of the clericus planning committee for the Manasota Deanery. In my community, I am a board member for All Island Denominations, an ecumenical outreach ministry on Anna Maria Island. Additionally, I have been a team member and advisory council member for Kairos Inside at the Staton Correctional Facility in Elmore, AL, and have participated in short-term mission trips to Our Little Roses in San Pedro Sula, Honduras.
Biography: Eric was born in Sendai, Japan. Grew up in Japan and Germany and various places in the United States primarily living on military bases. Eric finished high school in Tallahassee, graduated from Florida State. Eric worked as a youth pastor at Church of the Advent Tallahassee Florida, and at the summer youth camps in the Diocese of Florida. After graduating from The Church Divinity School of the Pacific in Berkeley California in 1984, Eric was ordained a deacon and a priest in the Diocese of Florida. Eric served as curate then priest in charge of Saint Paul’s by the Sea, Jacksonville Beach, assistant for youth and young adults, Saint Mark’s Jacksonville. Currently he is the single father of three adult children, Abigail, Madeleine and Aidan.
19
Nominee Statement: Prior to joining this Diocese as rector of St. Mary’s in Tampa, Eric served in the Diocese of Southeast Florida where he was rector of Saint Philip’s in Coral Gables for 17 1/2 years. Eric has served as spiritual director of Happening and Cursillo. Eric served two terms on Diocesan Executive Committee. In addition he has been diocesan chaplain to the Episcopal Church women and the Daughters of the King. Eric loves serving and ministering on the diocesan level in Southwest Florida. Currently he is serving as a member of Diocesan Council and Finance Committee. He considers his primary role to be friend and supporter of those who share in Christ’s ministry both lay and clergy.
10th Convention at Hilton-on-the-Bay in ‘78 A proposed budget of $726,807 was the submitted to the 1978 (10th) Diocesan Convention, held Oct. 2426, 1978. A highlight at the St. Petersburg convention would be reports by Alfred Priest on the Task Force on the Diocesan Center. After the Holy Eucharist, a candelight supper was to be held at the St. Petersburg Yacht Club. The Hon. Benjamin Overton, Chief Justice of the Florida Supreme Court, was guest speaker.
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
The Rev. Michelle Robertshaw St. Andrew, Boca Grande
The Rev. Dr. Ellen M. Sloan St. Michael & All Angels, Sanibel
Biography: Ordination and Ministry history: Ordained to the diaconate 2003, to the priesthood 2004 in the Diocese of Southwest Florida. Before heading to seminary in 2000, I served as a lay chaplain at St. Mary’s Church & School from 1997 -2000. Since ordination I have served at three churches in the Diocese of Southwest Florida (St. Boniface, St. Mary Magdalene and St. Andrew’s) as well as Holy Family in Chapel Hill, NC. Council and Committee history: In 1982 I was invited by the Bishop of Southwest Florida to serve on my first Diocesan Commission. It was the Youth Commission. We met monthly and the meetings were held in different churches around the diocese. Since that time, I have served on a variety of Councils and Committees for the church (both in Southwest Florida and the Diocese of North Carolina) -- including, The Council of Deacons, Diocesan Council, Committee for Young Adults and the Committee on Environmental Ministry. It would be both easy and comfortable to stay in my little corner of God’s kingdom, tending the garden called St. Andrew’s. But I have pledged as part of my ordination vows to serve in the councils of the whole church and this is a vow I enthusiastically embrace. The church universal is facing exciting and challenging times, and if elected to serve as a member of the Standing Committee, I would offer myself as an instrument of support and counsel to the Bishop and leadership the people.
Biography: Ellen is the Rector of St. Michael and All Angels, Sanibel Island, and was called there in 2009. She served as Chair of the Commission on Ministry for six years and as Dean of the Fort Myers Deanery for three. She’s currently on the Bishop’s Cabinet for the development of DaySpring. Before coming to this Diocese, Ellen was a priest at Christ Church, Ridgewood, NJ, and then became Dean of Community, Chaplain, and Director of Deployment at The General Theological Seminary in NYC. Prior to her discernment for ordination to the priesthood, she spent twenty-five years in the field of education as a professor in the Graduate School of Education at the University of CT, Director of Accreditation for schools in New England and Europe, and ESL instructor in Venezuela and The Netherlands. Ellen has an MDiv from General, a PhD from UConn, and other degrees from Dartmouth College and the University of NH. She is married to Ralph Sloan and enjoys sharing in the lives of two children and three wonderful grandchildren. “And now faith, hope, and love abide, these three, and the greatest of these is love.” (1 Corinth 13:13)
Nominee Statement: Part of the conciliar vocation of the Standing Committee is that it is called to serve the bishop and the diocese as a council of advice on matters of concern. Being a member of the Diocese my whole life and ministering under the leadership of four bishops (Haynes, Harris, Lipscomb and Smith) gives me a valuable perspective on our life together in this Diocese - - past, present and future. The canonical responsibility of the Standing Committee includes giving consent for the elections of bishops as well as interviewing and affirming candidates for ordination in our diocese. These are important matters for the future of the diocese and the Episcopal Church and I humbly offer myself for service.
Nominating Commitee At-Large: The Rev. Ernestein Flemister Clearwater: Mr. Hal Smith Ft. Myers: Ms. Josephine “Jo” Lane Manasota: The Rev. Joel Morsch Naples: Ms. Suzanne Bodley St. Petersburg: Mr. Russell Ball Tampa: The Rev. Eric Kahl Venice: The Rev. Michelle Robertshaw The Rev. Canon Michael Durning, Chair 20
The Rev. Ryan R. Whitley St. Thomas, St. Petersburg Biography: The Reverend Ryan R. Whitley is both a cradle Episcopalian and a native Floridian, although he and his family were most recently residing in Ardmore, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Philadelphia, where Ryan was the Rector of St. George’s Episcopal Church. Ryan grew up in Fort Myers attending St. Hilary’s Episcopal Church and it was there that he first heard God’s call to the ordained ministry, through his fellow parishioners, his peers, and the diocesan youth ministry of Happening. After graduating from Wake Forest University and Seabury-Western Theological Seminary, his first call was back home in Florida, serving as the Curate at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Tampa under the leadership of the Rev. Ed Henley. There he had primary responsibilities for youth and young adult ministry. It was while he was serving at St. Mark’s that he met Elise Woodroffe at DaySpring Conference Center while attending a Vocare weekend. In 2009 they were married by Bishop Dabney Smith and in 2010, Ryan was called to be the Rector of St. George’s Episcopal Church in Ardmore, PA. Ryan and his wife, Elise, have been blessed with two beautiful children, Jackson and Caroline. They are all excited to be back home to Florida and are thrilled to be engaging in ministry and life in the wonderful community of St. Thomas Episcopal Church. One of Ryan’s favorite scripture passages is John 10:10, “I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” His prayer is that the life of Christ may be made manifest in each and every person’s heart, mind, and soul and that DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
abundant life would spill over into the surrounding community and beyond. Nominee Statement: While at St. George’s, I served as the Dean of the Merion Deanery, as the Bishop’s representative to the Religious Leaders Council of Greater Philadelphia (an interfaith body made up of the adjudicatory heads of over 30 faiths), as well as being the Diocesan Ecumenical Officer. I have served on the Diocesan Liturgy Commission, Diocesan Council, and was the Chair of Diocesan Convention for three years. Because of my appointed role on the Religious Leaders Council, I worked very closely with both Bishop Clifton Daniel and Bishop Daniel Gutierrez in PA on a variety of sensitive and timely issues, providing to them the context and advice they would need in order to speak into the topics on which the Council was acting. I also worked hand in hand with both bishops in planning and chairing the Diocesan Convention for three years, a time which saw the re-envisioning of what a Diocesan Convention should and could be, and the restructuring of what that very important gathering in the life of a diocese looked like while coming out of a very contentious period. I believe this experience of working closely with and advising bishops on sometimes sensitive and very public matters well prepares me to be a member of Standing Committee, a committee whose primary purpose is to be a council of confidential advice and consent. I look forward to the opportunity to now bring both my experience and my energy in service to the Diocese of Southwest Florida, for the furthering of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the building up of Christ’s body, the Church.
The Rev. Christian M. Wood Church of the Redeemer, Sarasota Biography: My name is Christian Wood; I was born and raised in Queens, NY. I am a graduate of the City University of New York John Jay College of Criminal Justice (B.S. in Legal Studies) and of Nashotah House Seminary (MDiv.). I am a lifelong Episcopalian, and in 2016 was called by the Church of the Redeemer in Sarasota to be Priest Associate for Youth and Young Adult Ministry. In May of 2018, I became the Priest Associate for Christian Formation at Redeemer, overseeing the large and growing formation program for the entire parish. I have a strong sense of commitment to our diocese, and to our Bishop, and I look forward to making the Diocese of Southwest Florida home for many years to come. I am excited about being nominated to serve on the Standing Committee, because I see it as a chance to continue to take my place in broader diocesan life. I have a keen interest and understanding of strategic planning, and I never act without prayer and time to reflect. I believe my sense of discernment and the ability to process information in a logical, and loving way would make me an asset to the diocesan Standing Committee. Nominee Statement: In 2009, I was called away from a very successful career as a videographer and editor in New York to follow a call from the Holy Spirit to lay ministry at Church of the 21
Redeemer as their full-time Youth Minister. From January of 2009 through August of 2013, I served Redeemer as Youth Minister. During that time, and in partnership with lay leaders in the parish, I reshaped the entire youth program, increasing attendance in our High School group by 300% and more than doubling our middle school programming. I also established a nine-year-long relationship with the churches of Christo Rey and San Simon in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, where our high school missioners continue to go every summer. In 2016 I graduated from Nashotah House Theological Seminary (MDiv.) and was called back to serve at Redeemer and the Priest Associate for Youth and Young Adult Ministry. Since returning, our high school youth attendance has increased by 61%, and I have accepted a new call as Priest Associate for Christian Formation. In this position, and in consultation with the other clergy at Redeemer, I am responsible for a growing Christian formation program, including, dynamic rector’s classes on Sunday mornings, numerous bible studies throughout the year, programs on the sacrament of reconciliation for adults, co-led with my wife Kate, our youth Confirmation classes, and most recently have been asked to facilitate all of Redeemers mission and outreach initiatives. I have served on the Youth Leadership Team in the diocese, and I also serve on the board of the Dominican Development group. In my spare time, I enjoy playing softball with Redeemer’s new softball team, nicknamed the “Big Red Machine.” I also love praying, cooking, walking, and spending time with my wife, Kate, and our three children, Maggie-Jane (8), Michael (5), and Martha (2).
Nominations from the Floor Nominations formally submitted through the Nominating Committee were solicited last April, in advance of canonical deadlines. Additional candidates may be nominated from the floor of convention. Nominations printed here were submitted before the August 1, 2018 deadline. We are unable to provide biographical information for floor nominees because the voting takes place immediately after nominations close. Take time to study the candidates and their qualifications and give prayerful consideration in determining whom you will choose to do the work of the Diocese in the years to come.
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Election C: Diocesan Council Representative Elect one presbyter to a two-year at-large term.
The Rev. Nathan Speck-Ewer Resurrection, Largo Biography: The Rev. Nathan Speck-Ewer is Vicar of Resurrection Episcopal Church in Largo, a church on the leading edge of revitalization in our diocese. Ordained in 2003, Fr. Nathan has served Episcopal congregations and schools in Connecticut, California, and Florida. He holds degrees from Sewanee, Yale, and USF. He and wife April, who is Director of Major Gifts at Eckerd College, have two children ages 10 and 13. Nominee Statement: I am standing for nomination for Diocesan Council Representative because I care about and wish to further our diocesan life. I would bring to the office over 15 years of experience in ordained ministry in Episcopal churches and schools, including previous service in other dioceses on a standing committee and commissions. I would work collaboratively with other diocesan leaders to move our diocese forward according to episcopal direction and common discernment.
The Rev. Charleston David Wilson Church of the Redeemer, Sarasota Biography: I serve as the Senior Priest Associate for Evangelism and Parish Development at Church of the Redeemer, a growing 2,300 member parish in downtown Sarasota. Before seminary and ordained ministry, I worked in the restaurant and wine industries, serving in a variety of capacities, including: co-owning a fine-dining concept, managing the human resources for a now national restaurant chain, and consulting both nationally and internationally in the wine industry. If elected, I will bring both real world, solution-driven best business practices and a deep love for the mission of the Church. I am a certified sommelier and enjoy all things gustatory. My educational background includes a degree in religion from Samford University as well as a Masters in Divinity from Nashotah House (cum laude). I have served as a member of the Board of Directors of SOMA, an international missionary organization touching the lives of more than twenty22
five million Anglicans annually, and I currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Hillspeak, the organization responsible for publishing the Anglican Digest, which is the mostly widely circulated publication serving the Anglican Communion. I also devote some of my time to an initiative I founded in 2005, Loblolly Hill, LLC, which is a collaborative resource offering management, acquisition, expansion and innovative capital procurement solutions for small businesses and entrepreneurs. I am married to Malacy (neé Touchstone), and we have two children, Robert Augustus (10 yrs.) and Mary Camille (8 yrs.). In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, entertaining and traveling with my family. Nominee Statement: I am interested in serving on Diocesan Council because I believe that the skills and experiences I have gained at Redeemer, as well as my previous experiences in the private and nonprofit sectors, make me a qualified candidate. In addition to my other non-parochial commitments, I currently serve on the Fresh Start Committee for new clergy entering our diocese, and I routinely lead stewardship workshops for parishes across the country. If elected, I believe I can help our diocese reach our financial, congregational and other developmental goals, positioning us for an even brighter and successful future.
Election D: Disciplinary Board, Lay Elect two lay members to a three-year term
The Hon. Jack Day St. Thomas, St. Petersburg Biography: I grew up in the Episcopal Church, baptized at St. Thomas’, St. Petersburg, as a preschooler in the early 1950s shortly after its founding. I have been active in my home parish ever since, from junior choir and acolyting as a youngster to numerous ministries as an adult. I have served twice as senior warden, and multiple terms on our vestry, including currently. I was educated in local public schools, graduated from the University of Florida, attended graduate school at Emory University, and returned to the University of Florida to receive my law degree in 1977. I practiced law in the Tampa Bay area until being elected circuit court judge in 2006. I will retire from the bench at the end of this year and look forward to having more time for my interests in travel, reading, swimming, and blues music. My wife Nancy and I have four grown children and five grandchildren. Nominee Statement: As noted in my biographical statement, I have over 40 years’ experience as an attorney and judge, and fairly extensive experience in church governance at the parish level. Service on the Disciplinary Committee is not a role that anyone DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
should relish. It calls for both objectivity and compassion, insight and discernment, impartiality and decisiveness. I have experienced the solemn duty of sitting in judgment on another child of God, and I recognize that it is nothing to take lightly. I believe my experience, not only as a judge but also as a “referee” in Florida Bar disciplinary matters, has equipped me with appropriate skills that I can offer to the disciplinary process of the Diocese. If the Convention delegates want to call me to this service, I am ready (with Samuel and Isaiah) to say “Here I am.”
The Hon. E. Douglas Spangler Church of the Redeemer, Sarasota Biography: Born 1946. Life-long resident in Sarasota/ Manatee Counties. Graduate Riverview High School-1964. Graduate OCS and commissioned 2d LT. 1967. Released from active duty 1st Lt.1969. Graduate from Florida State University BA 1972; JD 1975. Chief Felony Prosecutor 12th Judicial Circuit 1979-1984. Married Jan Spanos 1980 and we raised two young men. Private legal practice until 2006. Supreme Court Certified mediator 1995-2006. Appointed by Governor to be Judge of Compensation Claims 2006; re-appointed by Governors in 2010 and 2014. Presently completing current term. Nominee Statement: Joined Church of Redeemer 1987 in response to Jan’s loving influence. Jan and I became youth leaders almost immediately. We attended Cursillo in 1989. We participated in numerous teams thereafter. I served on the Diocesan Cursillo Committee in early 1990’s. Rector of men’s Cursillo in 1995. Elected to Vestry at Redeemer in 1989. Have served on vestry four times, most recently 2012-2015. Served on Vestry and Rector Search Committee 1992-1994 leading to call of Fr. Fred Robinson as Rector where he continues to serve. Delegate to Episcopal Electing convention 1995. Senior warden 1995. Verger since 1995 and serve as Lay Eucharistic Minister. I was elected to be lay deputy for General Convention 1998 and served at GC in 2000. I served on Diocesan Disciplinary Board 2004-2006. Assisted in leadership for men’s ministry programs and conferences until 2006. I am a trained Christian Conciliator. I am currently serving on the Diocesan Review Board, 2015 to date. I have been very blessed to have experienced a fruitful legal career and have been blessed beyond belief by my service in the Church. I am motivated by purpose. I seek another term on the Review Board where I know I bring all I have to offer into His service. This is an extremely important necessary function for the diocese. I would be extremely privileged to be permitted to continue in this function for another term.
23
Election E: Disciplinary Board, Clergy Elect one clergy to a three-year term
The Rev. Chester John Trow St. Vincent, St. Petersburg Biography: I grew up in Jacksonville, Florida, and earned my BA and MA from the University of Florida and a JD from Florida State University. I practiced business law as an office and trial attorney for 46 years. I am a member of the Florida Bar and the Bar of the United States Supreme Court, and have been licensed as a Florida County Court, Circuit Court and Appellate Court mediator for over fifteen years. Serving as the Municipal Magistrate for the City of Ocala, I would hear and rule on at least twenty-five disputes between the City and citizens of the community per month. I was confirmed as an Episcopalian at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Plant City, Florida in 1967. When I moved to Ocala, Florida, I joined Grace Episcopal Church where I served on the vestry, as a licensed lay reader and chalice bearer, as an adult Sunday school teacher, and as the leader of Confirmation classes. I attended Cursillo on 1985. It was at Grace that discerned the call to ordained ministry, and I followed that call to ordination to the permanent Deaconate in the Diocese of Central Florida in 2015. My wife, Barbara, and I have been married for 24 years, and have two adult sons. Upon my “mostly” retirement from my law practice in 2016, we moved to St. Petersburg. After visiting many of the parishes in the deanery, I perceived a calling to St. Vincent’s parish. The Bishop concurred and licensed me as a Deacon to that parish in 2017. In 2018 my canonical residence was established in this Diocese. I have served this Diocese as the Advisor to an individual subject to charges under Title IV resulting in an Accord, and am a member of the Constitution and Canons Committee. Nominee Statement: I believe my training and experience as a trial attorney, licensed mediator, municipal magistrate, and with my service as an Advisor in a Title IV proceeding prepare me for service on the Disciplinary Board where matters of great import are heard, lives and careers changed, and if possible mutual understanding for adjustments to life and reconciliation can be reached. Since my arrival at St. Vincent’s in 2016 I have served the parish as a deacon at the two weekly Sunday services, a weekly healing service and an every other week service at Westminster Sun Coast retirement home. I serve as the deacon at funerals and visited shut-ins and those in need of home communion. I have assisted in identifying the outreach programs of the parish, and assisted the Deanery in identifying the existing outreach and service projects of the parishes to enable them to share ideas and projects. Fr. Andujar and I led the parish in retrofitting a water fountain into a DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
water bottle filling station at Daystar Life Center. We have one more station in partnership with St. Augustine’s ready for installation at the Salvation Army Center on 4th Ave. South, and have a grant application in process for a third at the Salvation Army facility on 9th Ave. North. This makes potable portable water available to the homeless at sites that also serve their other needs. I also have led my parish to participate bag stuffing for the Daystar Life Center’s Thanksgiving and Christmas meals programs whereby family groups are provided with all the fixings for turkey dinners that they prepare and serve in their homes. I organized the Deanery’s participation in the 2018 Martin Luther King Parade to express the Episcopal Church’s recognition of the equality of all people.
The Rev. Kevin Warner St. John the Divine, Sun City Biography: I am in my fifth year at St. John the Divine and excited about the growth occurring in the South Shore area of Hillsborough County. At SJD we have recently added space and staff to welcome the growing population around us and look forward to rebuilding our ministry to youth and young families while continuing to be a favorite of the numerous 55 and up communities. My wife Sue and I have been married for 38 years and we have 4 adult sons and one grandson. In my spare time I enjoy golf, basketball and the beach. Nominee Statement: I have served 5 churches in 4 dioceses over my 32 years of ordained ministry. My previous service includes: Evangelism Commission, Constitution and Canons Chair, Commission on Ministry and Dean of the Capitol-area Convocation (MI). I have designed and led six sessions of a diocesan (MI) summer camping program, served as chaplain for the Sr. High Camp at DaySpring twice. I have traveled with our Diocese to the Dominican Republic and made two missionary trips to Haiti with previous dioceses. I have served as Spiritual Director for 5 Happenings, 2 Cursillos and 1 Vocare. Taught at Virginia and Trinity Seminaries as adjunct faculty on behalf of ACTS 29 Ministries and served on their board of Directors. I have tangential experience in Title IV investigations and have seen the canons applied effectively and ineffectively. I believe my broad experience in the church will be a true asset to the Disciplinary Board.
First Convention at St. Mark’s, Venice Our first convention was held Nov. 19, 1969. Held at St. Mark’s, Bishop Hargrave expressed to the gathered his appreciation at being elected diocesan. A Constitution & Canons was adopted. Two new parishes were admitted. Committees included State of the Church, Episcopal Church Men, Delegates to Provincial Synod, University of the South Trustees, Florida Council of Churches, Chairman for Armed Forces, Examining Chaplains, Chairman for Evangelism and Diocesan and Deanery Chancellors. The Court Array included the Rev. Alex Comfort, the Rev. Emmett Smith, the Rev. Alfred Connally, the Rev. Robert Browning, Robert Knowles, O. Kent Harrison, Dr. James West, Dr. Frank Brewer, Mr. James Lehan and Dr. John E. Large. Pictured here, Bishop Hargrave with our first diocesan Chancelor, The Hon. Robert W. Fisher.
Page at Work Above, State College of Florida student and diocesan page Hunter Sanek at our 2017 Convention. Our volunteer pages assist with balloting and seating at convention.
24
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Voting Worksheets Use these practice worksheets before you fill out out your ballot
25
Election A
Election B
Standing Committee, Lay
Standing Committee, Presbyter
Elect One Lay Person to a Three-year Term
Elect Two Presbyters to a Three-year Term
1.
Michael Alford
2.
B.J. Webb Bishop
3.
Augusta ‘Gussie’ Haeffner
4.
Hal Smith
5.
Jacqueline L. Smith
6.
___________________
7.
___________________
8.
___________________
9.
___________________
10.
___________________
11.
___________________
12.
___________________
13.
___________________
14.
___________________
1.
The Rev. Eric S. Cooter
2.
The Rev. Matthew Grunfeld
3.
The Rev. Eric Kahl
4.
The Rev. Michelle Robertshaw
5.
The Rev. Dr. Ellen M. Sloan
6.
The Rev. Ryan R. Whitley
7.
The Rev. Christian Wood
8.
___________________
9.
___________________
10.
___________________
11.
___________________
12.
___________________
13.
___________________
14.
___________________
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Election C
Election D
Diocesan Council, At Large
Disciplinary Board, Lay
Elect One Presbyter
Elect Two Lay Members
1.
The Rev. Nathan Speck-Ewer
2.
The Rev. Charleston Wilson
3.
______________________
4.
______________________
5.
______________________
6.
______________________
7.
______________________
Election E Disciplinary Board, Clergy Elect One Clergy
26
1.
The Rev. Chester John Trow
2.
The Rev. Kevin Warner
3.
______________________
4.
______________________
5.
______________________
6.
______________________
1.
Jack Day
2.
E. Douglas Spangler
3.
______________________
4.
______________________
5.
______________________
6.
______________________
7.
_______________________
1975 (7th) Convention at Clearwater Sheraton Views from our 7th Annual Convention, held Oct. 28-30 at the Clearwater Beach Sheraton. At top, delegates from St. Mary, Dade City; at center, ECW officers. At bottom, The Rev. Herbert Beck and wife Doranne, with son Joseph.
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Resolutions Resolution 2018-1: Resolution from Council on Deacons Regarding Canon XVII Resolved, that the 50th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Southwest Florida, upon the recommendation of the Council on Deacons, remove its work from the direction of Canon XVII. The Council desires the ability to be able to work under its current membership requirements (presbyters, deacons and lay people) but without canonical responsibilities that pertain mostly to the Commission on Ministry. CANON XVII
Council on Deacons Section 1. The Bishop shall appoint a Council on Deacons for the Diocese to serve as an advisory body to the Bishop to oversee, study, and promote the life, work and ministry of the diaconate. a. Subject to the approval of the Bishop, the Council shall oversee the Diocese’s program concerning the diaconate. This shall include study and recommendations regarding the discernment of a vocation to the diaconate, formation of deacons, letters of agreement between deacons and Congregations, general issues and policies concerning diaconal deployment, and education of clergy and Congregations on the appropriate role and scope of activity of deacons serving in a Congregation. b. The Council may make recommendations to the Commission on Ministry regarding recruitment, discernment and formation of people as deacons. Section 2. The Council on Deacons shall consist of the following: a. Nine (9) members who are appointed by the Bishop and confirmed by the Convention. Three (3) members shall be clergy Members of Convention who are presbyters in active service; three (3) clergy Members of Convention who are deacons; two (2) electors of a Congregation; and one (1) lay member of the Commission on Ministry. Members of the Council appointed pursuant to this provision shall serve a three (3) year staggered term, with one (1) presbyter, one (1) deacon and one (1) layperson beginning a term each year. Vacancies between annual meetings of the Convention shall be filled by the Bishop for the unexpired term; and b. the Archdeacon, who shall serve ex officio with the right to vote; and c. up to two (2) additional deacons, who shall be appointed by the Bishop to a one (1) year term, which may be renewed. Section 3. a. At the first meeting of the Council after the annual meeting of the Convention, the members of the Council shall elect a convener from among the members confirmed by Convention. A person may not serve as convener for more than one (1) year, nor more than once. b. The duties of the convener shall be to call regular meetings of the Council and give notice of the meetings to the members. In addition, the convener is responsible, in consultation with the Bishop and the Commission on Ministry, for identifying the issues and matters that need to be considered by the Council and reporting back to them the actions and recommendations of the Council. (Continued)
27
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Explanation: At a regular meeting of the Council on Deacons on May 11, 2018, the members resolved that, having lived into Canon XVII (which addresses the role, scope and composition of the Council) for a number of years, the Council on Deacons finds significant overlap between the its canonical responsibilities and those of the Commission on Ministry. Respectfully submitted, The Ven. Dr. Kathleen Moore Archdeacon Chair, Council on Deacons Constitution & Canons Committee Review: The committee has reviewed and considered the above proposed resolution. Pursuant to Canon XIII, Section 2, the committee reports that the proposed Resolution has been validly submitted to Convention and reports it to floor without comment.
1981 Annual Convention at Sarasota’s Hyatt House The 1981 Annual Convention, our 13th, was held Oct. 15-17, at Sarasota’s Hyatt House. Pictured here is the Holy Eucharist on Thursday, Oct. 15, with Bishop Haynes. The Eucharist was followed by the bishop’s annual address. After the Eucharist, the diocese held a banquet at the Hyatt with former Gov. LeRoy Collins. That year, Mrs. Bernard Salmon was Chairman of the Convention and Mr. English DesChamps, the co-chairman. Mrs. George Bishopric, a Sarasota City Commissioner, was welcomed, along with Harry Stevens, who welcomed on behalf of the Hyatt House.
28
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
2019 Diocesan Budget Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida The 2019 Diocesan Budget Process and Reporting
This diocesan budget is the product of a deliberate process of conversations that include the diocesan community through Diocesan Council, committees, leaders and focus groups. While truly a year-long process, the budgeting work formally begins in June and continues through final presentation in October.
* * * * * *
The Office of the Bishop staff communicated with a variety of diocesan leaders regarding individual line items. The Endowment Fund Board determined the 2019 spending rule per the Endowment Fund Policy. Funds available for distribution are determined by using a total return principle. The approved spending rate for 2019 is 4.0% of the threeyear rolling average market value of the endowment account ending in June 2018. The Bishop Compensation Subcommittee reviewed the compensation of the Bishop. The Finance Committee reviewed draft budgets in their June and August meetings, and recommend the final draft to Council. Diocesan Council approved the final budget at their August 18, 2018 meeting. The budget was presented to convention delegates and clergy at the Fall Deanery Convocations in September.
Within this budget presentation are the following: A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I.
29
2019 Diocesan Operating Budget - Summary (one page summary of the operating budget) 2019 Diocesan Operating Budget - Detail (detailed operating budget) 2019 DaySpring Episcopal Center Budget Endowment Spending Rule Analysis (explanation of endowment spending rule calculation) Designated Funds (summary of the activity of the council-designated funds) Restricted Funds (summary of the activity of the individual donor-restricted funds) Apportionment Schedule (detailed schedule of 2019 apportionment amounts which fund the diocesan budget, by church) Apportionment Calculation (detailed definition of the apportionment calculation in our diocese) Parochial Report Analysis (comparison of parochial report totals for 2016 and 2017)
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida 2019 Diocesan Operating Budget Summary 2018-19 Change 2018 Budget
$
2019 Budget
%
INCOME Operating Apportionment
$
3,096,441
$
$
20,795
Investment Income
$
37,739
$
-
$
(37,739)
Income Released from Restricted/Designated Funds-General (a)
$
66,583
$
68,068
$
1,484
2%
$
3,200,763
$
3,185,304
$
(15,460)
0%
Seminarian Transition
$
15,619
$
7,580
$
(8,039)
-51%
Congregation Leadership
$
39,000
$
39,000
$
-
0%
Cultural & Ethnic Ministries
$
125,000
$
150,000
$
25,000
20%
Mission and Congregational Development
$
90,557
$
85,887
$
(4,670)
-5%
Uncollectable Apportionment Allowance
$
154,822
$
155,862
$
1,040
1%
$
424,998
$
438,329
$
13,331
3%
473%
TOTAL INCOME
3,117,236
1% -100%
EXPENSES Congregational Support and Development
Total Congregational Support and Development Ministry and Programming Ministry Development
$
4,869
$
27,902
$
23,033
Recovery Ministries
$
13,800
$
13,800
$
-
0%
DaySpring Program Development
$
100,000
$
100,000
$
-
0%
Youth, Young Adult and Families
$
155,000
$
140,000
$
(15,000)
-10%
Campus Ministry
$
115,344
$
64,601
$
(50,743)
-44%
Beyond Diocese
$
610,608
$
558,307
$
(52,301)
-9%
$
999,621
$
904,610
$
(95,011)
-10%
Administration
$
331,090
$
308,933
$
(22,157)
-7%
Cemetery
$
3,567
$
5,476
$
1,909
54%
Total Ministry Administration
Bishop Discretionary
$
-
$
-
$
-
0%
Investments
$
-
$
-
$
-
0%
Personnel
$
1,430,483
$
1,522,748
$
92,265
Retired Personnel
$
11,004
$
5,208
$
(5,796)
Total Administration
$
1,776,144
$
1,842,365
$
66,221
4%
TOTAL EXPENSES
$
3,200,764
$
3,185,304
$
(15,459)
0%
NET TOTAL OPERATING
$
$
(0)
(0) $
(0)
6% -53%
Notes a. Income released from restricted or designated accounts that is restricted to a particular expense category ($345,637) is presented as an offset to the expense (see detailed budget).
30
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida 2019 Diocesan Operating Budget Details 2018-19 Change Line 1 2 3
2018 Budget
Accounts INCOME
$
2019 Budget
%
Apportionment 570000 - Operating Apportionment
4
Total Apportionment
5
Miscellaneous Income
$
3,096,441
$
3,117,236
$
20,795
1%
$
3,096,441
$
3,117,236
$
20,795
1% -100%
6
570200 - Misc Interest Income
$
4,406
$
-
$
(4,406)
7
570xxx - Grant Income
$
33,333
$
-
$
(33,333)
-100%
8
Total Miscellaneous Income
$
37,739
$
-
$
(37,739)
-100%
$
66,583
$
68,068
$
1,484
2%
$
66,583
$
68,068
$
1,484
2%
$
3,200,763
$
3,185,304
$
(15,460)
0%
9 10 11
Transfers of Released Income (a) 572000 - Released from Restricted Funds-General Total Transfers
12 13
TOTAL INCOME
14 15 16 17
Congregational Support and Development Seminarian Transition
18
572002 - Released from Restricted Funds-Seminarian Transition
$
19
582180- Seminarian Transition/Deployment
$
30,000
$
22,500
$
(7,500)
-25%
$
15,619
$
7,580
$
(8,039)
-51%
20 21
Total Seminarian Transition
(14,381) $
(14,920) $
(539)
4%
Congregation Leadership
22
580492 - Congregation Education
$
21,000
$
21,000
$
-
0%
23
583350 - Deanery Support
$
7,000
$
7,000
$
-
0%
583340 - Meetings
$
11,000
$
11,000
$
-
0%
$
39,000
$
39,000
$
-
0%
$
125,000
$
150,000
$
25,000
20%
$
125,000
$
150,000
$
25,000
20%
24 25 26 27 28 29
Total Congregation Leadership Cultural & Ethnic Ministries 582194 - Cultural & Ethnic Ministries Total Cultural & Ethnic Ministries Mission and Congregational Development
30
572003 - Released from Restricted Funds-Mission
$
(50,277) $
(52,162) $
(1,885)
4%
31
572001 - Released from Designated Funds-Mission
$
(74,166) $
(76,951) $
(2,785)
4%
32
580493 - Congregation Expertise Support
$
45,000
$
45,000
$
-
0%
33
581020 - Congregation Aid
$
120,000
$
60,000
$
(60,000)
-50%
34
581xxx - Congregation Growth Initiatives
$
-
$
60,000
$
60,000
NA
35
581265 - New Mission Investment-Church Plant
$
50,000
$
50,000
$
-
0%
$
90,557
$
85,887
$
(4,670)
-5%
36 37
Total Mission and Congregational Development Uncollectable Apportionment Allowance
38
570100 - Uncollectable Apportionments
$
154,822
$
155,862
$
1,040
1%
39
Total Uncollectable Apportionment Allowance
$
154,822
$
155,862
$
1,040
1%
40 41
Total Congregational Support and Development
$
424,998
$
438,329
$
13,331
3%
42 43
Ministry and Programming Ministry Development
44
573750 - School for Ministry Development Revenue
$
45
582121 - School for Ministry Dev Expense*
$
(4,000) $ 4,000
$
3,000
$
(4,000) $ 19,000
$
3,000
$
46
582150 - Education for Ministry
$
47
572004 - Released from Restricted Fund - Seminarian
$
48
582160 - Seminarian Support
$
28,000
$
37,200
49
580720 - Clergy Spouse Association
$
5,000
$
5,000
$
4,869
$
27,902
50 51
Total Ministry Development
(31,131) $
-
0%
15,000
375%
-
0%
(1,167)
4%
$
9,200
33%
$
-
0%
$
23,033
473%
(32,298) $
Recovery Ministries
52
573900 - Recovery Ministries Revenue
$
-
0%
53
584030 - Recovery Ministries Expense*
$
31,800
$
31,800
$
-
0%
$
13,800
$
13,800
$
-
0%
54
31
EXPENSES
Total Recovery Ministries
(18,000) $
(18,000) $
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida 2019 Diocesan Operating Budget Details 2018-19 Change Line 55
2018 Budget
Accounts DaySpring Program Development
$
2019 Budget
%
56
5824xx - Adult Program Revenues
$
(20,000) $
(20,000) $
-
0%
57
582400 - Adult Program Development
$
120,000
$
120,000
$
-
0%
58
Total DaySpring Program Development
$
100,000
$
100,000
$
-
0%
59
Youth, Young Adult and Families
60
573500 - Youth Program Revenues
$
61
580850 - Youth Programs Expense
$
220,000
$
62
582179 - E.Y.E./Prov. Youth and Young Adult Events
$
20,000
63
585218 - General Young Adult and Family Ministry Programming
$
15,000
$
155,000
64 65
Total Youth, Young Adult and Families
(100,000) $
(100,000) $
-
0%
220,000
$
-
0%
$
5,000
$
(15,000)
-75%
$
15,000
$
-
0%
$
140,000
$
(15,000)
-10%
(1,303) $
(47)
Campus Ministry
66
572007 - Released from Restricted Fund - SCF Chaplaincy
$
67
573510 - USF Chapel Center Income
$
(1,256) $ -
$
-
$
-
0%
68
582195 - USF Chapel Center Expenses
$
30,000
$
30,000
$
-
0%
4%
69
582196 - College Ministry Programming
$
20,000
$
20,000
$
-
0%
70
582197 - College Ministry Personnel
$
66,600
$
15,904
$
(50,696)
-76%
$
115,344
$
64,601
$
(50,743)
-44%
$
-
0%
71 72
Total Campus Ministry Beyond Diocese
73
584010 - Episcopal Networks & Travel
$
8,000
$
8,000
74
585010 - Episcopal Church Asking
$
485,203
$
497,010 $
75
585015 - Sustainable Development Goals
$
17,405
$
76
585080 - Episcopal Relief & Development
$
5,000
$
77
585020 - Province IV - Support
$
10,000
$
17,297
$
5,000
$
11,000 $
11,807 (108)
2% -1%
-
0%
1,000
10%
78
585030 - Sewanee - University of the South
$
5,000
$
5,000
$
-
0%
79
585050 - General Conv/Synod Expenses
$
65,000
$
-
$
(65,000)
-100%
80 81 82
585060 - Dominican Development Group Total Beyond Diocese Total Ministry and Programming
$
15,000
$
15,000
$
-
0%
$
610,608
$
558,307
$
(52,301)
-9%
$
999,621
$
904,610
$
(95,011)
-10%
83 84 85
Administration Administration
86
583300 - Office Expenses
$
24,000
$
20,112
$
(3,888)
-16%
87
583315 - Maintenance, Housekeeping, Repairs
$
25,432
$
19,200
$
(6,232)
-25%
88
583310 - Utilities
$
28,892
$
28,892
$
-
0%
89
583302 - Background check expense
$
3,000
$
3,000
$
-
0%
90
583330 - Insurance
$
57,166
$
58,629 $
1,463
3%
91
583335 - Legal and Auditing
$
24,600
$
18,800
$
(5,800)
-24%
92
583336 - Banking and Professional Fees
$
6,000
$
9,300
$
3,300
55%
93
583360 - Diocesan Convention
$
50,000
$
50,000
$
-
0%
94
582100 - Diocesan Liturgy Support
$
4,000
$
4,000
$
-
0%
95
583600 - Publication Costs and Website
$
70,000
$
55,000
$
(15,000)
-21%
96
583325 - Postage
$
8,000
$
8,000
$
-
0%
97
583345 - Equipment and Software
$
3,000
$
9,000
300%
98
580370 - Office of the Bishop
$
7,000
$
7,000
$
-
0%
99
583601 - Bishop Endowment Appeal
$
20,000
$
15,000
$
(5,000)
-25%
$
331,090
$
308,933
$
(22,157)
-7%
100 101
Total Administration
12,000 $
Cemetery
102
572060 - Released from Restricted Fund - St. Barth's Cemetery
$
103
599040 - St. Bartholomew's Cemetery
$
6,000
$
8,000
$
2,000
33%
$
3,567
$
5,476
$
1,909
54%
104 105
Total Cemetery
(2,433) $
(2,524) $
106
572005 - Released from Restricted Funds-Bishop Discretionary
$
(18,213) $
(18,875) $
573300 - Donations to Discretionary Fund
$
(10,000) $
(10,000) $ 28,875 $
109 110 111 112
32
4%
Bishop Discretionary
107 108
(91)
599090 - Bishop Discretionary - Miscellaneous Total Bishop Discretionary
$
28,213
$
$
-
$
$
-
$
-
(662)
4%
-
0%
662
2%
-
0%
-
$
$
-
$
-
0%
$
-
$
-
0%
Investments 583308 - Unrealized (Gain) Loss on Invest. Total Investments
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida 2019 Diocesan Operating Budget Details 2018-19 Change Line 113 114
2018 Budget
Accounts Personnel
$
2019 Budget
%
The Episcopate
115
580100 - Bishop - Stipend
$
115,824
$
120,456 $
4,633
116
580150 - Bishop - Housing
$
79,563
$
82,746 $
3,183
117
580200 - Bishop - Insurance
$
22,415
$
22,414
$
118
580250 - Bishop - Pension
$
35,170
$
36,576
$
1,406
4%
119
580300 - Bishop - Prof Exp
$
33,000
$
33,000
$
-
0%
120
580900 - Assisting Bishops - Stipend
$
17,484
$
20,508 $
3,024
17%
121
580910 - Assisting Bishops - Prof Exp
$
10,000
$
10,000
$
-
0%
$
313,456
$
325,700
$
12,244
4%
122 123
(1)
4% 4% 0%
Mission and Ministry
124
583201 - Staff - M&M-Compensation
$
290,966
$
333,658
$
42,692
15%
125
583211 - Staff - M&M-PR Taxes
$
7,137
$
3,769
$
(3,368)
-47%
126
583221 - Staff - M&M-Insurance
$
53,655
$
43,044
$
(10,611)
-20%
127
583231 - Staff - M&M-Pension
$
44,463
$
51,957
$
7,494
17%
128
583241 - Staff - M&M-Prof Exp
$
47,500
$
46,000
$
(1,500)
-3%
$
443,721
$
478,429
$
34,708
8%
129 130
Finance and Administration
131
583200 - Staff - Finance&Admin-Compensation
$
456,882
$
470,543
$
13,661
3%
132
583202 - Staff - Finance&Admin-Contract
$
25,000
$
40,000
$
15,000
60%
133
583210 - Staff - Finance&Admin-PR Taxes
$
34,951
$
31,183
$
(3,768)
-11%
134
583220 - Staff - Finance&Admin-Insurance
$
92,285
$
106,305
$
14,020
15%
135
583230 - Staff - Finance&Admin-Pension
$
45,688
$
52,088
$
6,400
14%
136
583540 - Staff - Finance&Admin-Prof Exp
$
18,500
$
18,500
$
-
0%
$
673,306
$
718,619
$
45,313
7%
$
1,430,483
$
1,522,748 $
92,265
6%
(75,700) $
(78,537) $
(2,837)
4%
83,745 $
3,041
4%
(6,000)
-100%
137 138
Total Personnel
139
Retired Personnel
140
572006 - Released from Restricted Funds-Retirement
$
141
580700 - Health Insurance Benefit for Retired Clergy
$
80,704
$
142
580710 - Retirement Benefits
$
6,000
$
$
11,004
$
1,776,144
$
3,200,764
143 144
Total Retired Personnel Total Administration
-
$
$
5,208
$
(5,796)
-53%
$
1,842,365
$
66,221
4%
$
3,185,304
$
(15,459)
0%
145 146
TOTAL EXPENSE
147 148
NET TOTAL - OPERATING
$
(0) $
(0) $
0
0%
149 150 151 152
OTHER INCOME 570050 - Capital Apportionment
153
$
441,675
$
569,581
$
127,906
29%
$
441,675
$
569,581
$
127,906
40%
154 155
OTHER EXPENSE
156
583306 - Depreciation Expense (non cash)
$
99,996
$
95,530
$
(4,465)
-4%
157
583355 - Capital Project Interest Expense
$
68,000
$
75,000
$
7,000
10%
158
583410 - DaySpring Capital Maintenance Support
$
100,000
$
100,000
$
-
0%
$
267,996
$
270,530
$
2,535
1%
NET TOTAL - GRAND TOTAL
$
173,679
$
299,050
$
125,371
Notes a. Total amount released from Restricted/Designated (presented alongside the expense line)
$
(334,140) $
(345,637)
b. Total amount received as program revenue
$
(142,000) $
(142,000)
159 160 161
33
104%
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida 2019 DaySpring Episcopal Center Budget
Line 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39
INCOME Meals/Lodging Diocesan Budget Episcopal-Other Non-Episcopal Miscellaneous DaySpring Endowment Income (a) Total Revenue EXPENSES Food Services
2018 Budget
2018-19 Change
2019 Budget
$
%
$
1,514,918 $ 27% 3% 70%
1,624,347 $ 27% 3% 70%
109,429
$ $
39,161 29,326
$ $
32,516 32,268
$ $
$
1,583,405
$
1,689,131
$
105,726
7%
(6,645) 2,942
8%
-17% 11%
$
439,038 $ 28%
475,045 $ 28%
36,007
8%
Guest Services
$
211,275 $ 13%
254,645 $ 15%
43,370
22%
Maintenance
$
351,883 $ 22%
378,720 $ 22%
26,837
8%
Administration
$
571,097 $ 36%
570,516 $ 34%
(581)
0%
Other Expenses
$
10,112 $ 1%
10,205 $ 1%
93
1%
Total Operating Expenses
$
$
105,726
7%
Net Total Operations (Before Depreciation)
$
* Depreciation (non-cash)
$
310,910
$
300,000
$
(10,910)
-7%
Capital Income (b) Capital Maintenance Expenses Net Total Capital
$ $ $
100,000 100,000 -
$ $ $
100,000 100,000 -
$ $ $
-
0% 0% 0%
% of revenue
1,583,405 -
$
1,689,131
$
-
Notes a. From the DaySpring Endowment per diocesan spending rule b. From Diocesan Budget Expense Account 583410 - DaySpring Capital Maintenance Support
34
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida Endowment Spending Rule Analysis 2019 Market Value Endowment Fund Income Fund Endowments/ Restricted Funds
Total
Revolving Loan Fund
2015-Q3 2015-Q4 2016-Q1 2016-Q2 2016-Q3 2016-Q4 2017-Q1 2017-Q2 2017-Q3 2017-Q4 2018-Q1 2018-Q2
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
10,706,300 10,935,215 11,661,454 11,984,962 12,241,232 12,459,179 13,001,754 13,368,651 14,329,613 14,834,185 14,674,305 15,082,828
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
1,334,653 1,380,901 1,530,633 1,494,136 1,536,555 1,474,130 1,569,202 1,550,377 1,683,112 1,624,226 1,270,547 1,335,885
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
12,040,953 12,316,117 13,192,086 13,479,098 13,777,787 13,933,310 14,570,957 14,919,028 16,012,725 16,458,411 15,944,851 16,418,713
3 Year Average as of 6/30/18
$
12,939,973
$
1,482,030
$
11,679,030
$ $
517,599 43,133
Spending Rate
2019 Distribution* Monthly
4.00%
$ $
517,599 43,133
NA
NA NA
Explanation: The percentage of the FUND made available for distribution shall be determined each year by the board and will normally fall in the range of three to five percent. In so doing, market performance of the portfolio will be an important consideration. It will be the goal of the board to grow, or at least maintain, the purchasing power of the FUND taking inflationary effects into account. Funds available for distribution are determined by using a total return principle, i.e., return derived from dividends and interest as well as realized and unrealized capital gains. The funds available for distribution during any one year will be limited to a percentage of the market value of the corpus that is based on a three-year rolling average, with measures taken at the end of each of the preceding twelve quarters. The approved spending rate for 2019 is 4.0% of the three-year rolling average market value of the endowment ending in June 2018. This rate is justified by considering the 3-year average return of 6.78%, 3-year average inflation of 1.8%, and endowment management fees of .59%, and by considering the conservative spending rates of the prior five years. This spending rule releases a total of $517,599 from restricted and designated invested funds for use in 2019. Of this total, $115,714 is the distribution for the 26 churches of the Diocesan Endowment Management Program (DEMP). The calculated funds available for distribution are included in the diocesan budget for 2019 and distributed monthly.
35
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida 2019 Budget - Designated Funds These are funds grouped according to designations approved by Diocesan Council.
6/30/2018 Balance Endowments DaySpring Endowment Episcopal Charities Endowment
Mission Fund Mission Fund Revolving Loan Fund Notes Receivable Cash Available
Total Designated Funds
Rate
Income Released to:
$ $
32,268 29,368
DaySpring EC Grants
$
61,636
$ $
936,908 852,586
$
1,789,493
$
2,234,126
4.0% (d)
$
76,951
Operating Budget
$ $ $
2,377,003 1,335,885 3,712,888
3%-4.25% 1.20%
$ $ $
71,310 16,031 87,341
Reinvested into RLF Fund Reinvested into RLF Fund
$
7,736,508
$
225,928
$ $ $
76,951 87,341 61,636
$
225,928
Notes a. Total to Operating Budget b. Total to Designated Funds c. Total Out to Third Party
4.0% (d) 4.0% (d)
Budgeted 2019 Distribution
d. Approved spending rule: 4.0% of the trailing 3 year average balance
36
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida 2019 Budget - Restricted Funds These are funds legally restricted by the donor's wishes.
6/30/2018 Balance
Restriction Category / Fund Name Congregation Loans Flagler (St Mary, Tampa, Available funds) Rev. Cap.Loan (St Mark, Tampa)
$ $ $
127,238 935,396 1,062,634
$ $
315,034 273,593
$
588,627
$
137,354
$ $ $ $ $
19,460 13,114 828,186 629,902 23,752
$
1,514,415
$ $ $ $ $
527,684 23,752 206,233 130,002 50,023
$
937,695
College Chaplaincy Kiely SCF Chaplaincy Fund
$
37,841
Benefit of elderly Archambault Ross
$ $
1,084,715 1,195,461
$
2,280,176
St Bartholomew Cemetery
$
73,270
Hubbs
$
Johnson 50% Blacktop Werk SWFL Endowment-Unrestricted
Rate
Income Released to:
$ $ $
28,062 28,062
$ $
9,451 9,424
$
18,875
Operating Budget
4.0% (d)
$
4,731
Operating Budget
4.0% (d) 4.0% (d) 4.0% (d) 4.0% (d) 4.0% (d)
$ $ $ $ $
670 452 28,526 21,696 818
$
52,162
$ $ $ $ $
18,175 818 7,103 4,478 1,723
$
32,298
Operating Budget
4.0% (d)
$
1,303
Operating Budget
4.0% (d) 4.0% (d)
$ $
37,361 41,176
$
78,537
Operating Budget
4.0% (d)
$
2,524
Operating Budget
433,164
4.0% (d)
$
14,920
$ $ $ $
117,940 32,232 1,662,684 26,003
4.0% (d) 4.0% (d) 4.0% (d) 4.0% (d)
$ $ $ $
4,062 1,110 57,269 896
$
2,272,024
$
78,256
For Distribution Johnson 50% Dunning
$ $
117,940 -
$ $
4,062 1,500
Total Restricted Funds
$
9,021,976
$
302,310
Bishop Discretionary Tulane (part A-St Mark Tampa loan) Tulane (part B-Endowment)
Underprivileged Smith Missions
Foster Plumley Leach Slemaker Evans 50%
Theological Education Lindsey Evans 50% Greene Mochino Hall
Cemetery Other
0.00% 3.00%
Budgeted 2019 Distribution
3.00% 4.0% (d)
4.0% (d) 4.0% (d) 4.0% (d) 4.0% (d) 4.0% (d)
4.0% (d) Fixed
Revolving Loan Fund
Operating Budget
Operating Budget
Church of the Ascension To Episcopal Charities Grants
Beneficial Interest in Bishop Gray Retirement Foundation The Bishop Gray Retirement Foundation, Inc. is a not-for-profit Florida corporation, organized to provide retirement support for the aged under the auspices and control of the Central, Southwest and Southeast Florida Diocese of the Protestant Episcopal Church currently through a scholarship program which is intended to help eligible elderly Episcopalians from the three dioceses obtain quality housing and healthcare. The Diocese elects four members to the governing board to the Bishop Gray Retirement Foundation, Inc. At 12/31/2017, the total assets of the Foundation were $13,027,310.
Notes a. Total to Operating Budget b. Total to Designated Funds c. Total Out to Third Party
$ $ $
268,686 28,062 5,562
$
302,310
d. Approved spending rule: 4.0% of the trailing 3 year average balance
37
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
38
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
City Holmes Beach (Anna Maria) Arcadia Boca Grande Bonita Springs Bradenton Bradenton Bradenton Brooksville Cape Coral Clearwater Clearwater Clearwater Clearwater Dade City Dunedin Englewood Fort Myers Fort Myers Fort Myers Fort Myers Fort Myers Beach Hudson Indian Rocks Bch LaBelle Largo Lehigh Acres Longboat Key Marco Island Naples Naples Naples Naples New Port Richey North Fort Myers North Port Osprey Palm Harbor Palmetto St. James City (Pine Island)
Church Annunciation St. Edmund St. Andrew St. Mary Christ Church St. George St. Mary Magdalene St. John Epiphany Ascension Good Samaritan Holy Trinity St. John St. Mary Good Shepherd St. David Iona-Hope St. Hilary Lamb of God St. Luke St. Raphael St. Martin Calvary Good Shepherd St. Dunstan St. Anselm All Angels by the Sea St. Mark St. John St. Monica St. Paul Trinity-by-the-Cove St. Stephen All Souls St. Nathaniel Holy Spirit St. Alfred St. Mary St. John
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida 2019 Apportionment Schedule
Line 8
Capital Additions $ 10,000 $ $ $ 25,000 $ 72 $ 26,806 $ 41,299 $ $ $ 191,380 $ 2,800 $ 121,508 $ 1,189 $ $ 40,390 $ 29,328 $ 472,367 $ 97,273 $ 25,879 $ $ 1,300 $ $ 44,590 $ $ $ 10,352 $ $ $ $ 2,001 $ 40,000 $ 176,713 $ 20,961 $ 27,594 $ 26,857 $ 700 $ 138,873 $ 16,993 $ 6,580
Normal Operating Income $ 413,803 $ 118,742 $ 527,964 $ 765,231 $ 849,686 $ 193,014 $ 259,638 $ 97,582 $ 268,469 $ 1,183,194 $ 148,096 $ 426,712 $ 336,850 $ 323,237 $ 390,716 $ 221,941 $ 545,578 $ 499,855 $ 261,940 $ 424,147 $ 141,504 $ 82,385 $ 321,118 $ 32,007 $ 114,936 $ 111,605 $ 365,509 $ 684,347 $ 706,206 $ 509,750 $ 297,343 $ 1,722,128 $ 194,943 $ 304,422 $ 137,383 $ 153,105 $ 452,666 $ 202,544 $ 121,136
Total Subject to Apportionment $ 423,803 $ 118,742 $ 527,964 $ 790,231 $ 849,758 $ 219,820 $ 300,937 $ 97,582 $ 268,469 $ 1,374,574 $ 150,896 $ 548,220 $ 338,039 $ 323,237 $ 431,106 $ 251,269 $ 1,017,945 $ 597,128 $ 287,819 $ 424,147 $ 142,804 $ 82,385 $ 365,708 $ 32,007 $ 114,936 $ 121,957 $ 365,509 $ 684,347 $ 706,206 $ 511,751 $ 337,343 $ 1,898,841 $ 215,904 $ 332,016 $ 164,240 $ 153,805 $ 591,539 $ 219,537 $ 127,716
2017 Parochial Report Subtotal A (lines 3+4+5+6)
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
Operating @10% 41,380 11,874 52,796 76,523 84,969 19,301 25,964 9,758 26,847 118,319 14,810 42,671 33,685 32,324 39,072 22,194 54,558 49,986 26,194 42,415 14,150 8,239 32,112 3,201 11,494 11,161 36,551 68,435 70,621 50,975 29,734 172,213 19,494 30,442 13,738 15,311 45,267 20,254 12,114 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
Capital @10% 1,000 2,500 7 2,681 4,130 19,138 280 12,151 119 4,039 2,933 47,237 9,727 2,588 130 4,459 1,035 200 4,000 17,671 2,096 2,759 2,686 70 13,887 1,699 658
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
2019 Apportionment
Total 42,380 11,874 52,796 79,023 84,976 21,982 30,094 9,758 26,847 137,457 15,090 54,822 33,804 32,324 43,111 25,127 101,795 59,713 28,782 42,415 14,280 8,239 36,571 3,201 11,494 12,196 36,551 68,435 70,621 51,175 33,734 189,884 21,590 33,202 16,424 15,381 59,154 21,954 12,772
39
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Totals
City Pinellas Park Plant City Port Charlotte Punta Gorda Sun City Center Safety Harbor St. Petersburg St. Petersburg St. Petersburg St. Petersburg St. Petersburg St. Petersburg St. Petersburg St. Pete Beach Sanibel Sarasota Sarasota Sarasota Sarasota Sarasota Seminole Spring Hill Tampa Tampa Tampa Tampa Tampa Tampa Tampa Tampa Tampa Tarpon Springs Temple Terrace Valrico Venice Venice Zephyrhills
Church St. Giles St. Peter St. James Good Shepherd St. John Holy Spirit St. Augustine St. Bartholomew St. Bede St. Matthew St. Peter St. Thomas St. Vincent St. Alban St. Michael & All Angels Nativity Redeemer St. Boniface St. Margaret St. Wilfred St. Anne of Grace St. Andrew Grace St. Andrew St. Chad St. Clement St. Francis St. James House of Prayer St. John St. Mark St. Mary All Saints St. Catherine Holy Innocents Good Shepherd St. Mark St. Elizabeth
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida 2019 Apportionment Schedule
31,172,362
$
5,695,806
Capital Additions $ $ 362,503 $ 97,384 $ 4,500 $ 94,986 $ 395 $ 274 $ $ 10,244 $ $ 255,000 $ $ 1,529 $ $ 588,379 $ 1,361 $ 1,604,339 $ 6,045 $ $ 17,428 $ $ 178,515 $ 80,195 $ $ $ 207,729 $ $ 5,500 $ 218,392 $ 3,000 $ $ $ $ 189 $ 53,319 $ 244,226 $ 61,569
Normal Operating Income $ 129,913 $ 248,722 $ 313,376 $ 418,351 $ 487,896 $ 210,054 $ 117,101 $ 282,391 $ 117,992 $ 128,613 $ 842,356 $ 824,133 $ 240,754 $ 178,599 $ 888,524 $ 306,548 $ 2,289,121 $ 1,034,858 $ 249,310 $ 273,569 $ 174,372 $ 436,842 $ 392,093 $ 620,369 $ 84,488 $ 246,350 $ 24,019 $ 232,808 $ 1,188,906 $ 493,590 $ 335,739 $ 286,810 $ 374,604 $ 432,679 $ 295,691 $ 941,692 $ 117,697 $
Line 8
$
36,868,168
Total Subject to Apportionment $ 129,913 $ 611,225 $ 410,760 $ 422,851 $ 582,882 $ 210,449 $ 117,375 $ 282,391 $ 128,236 $ 128,613 $ 1,097,356 $ 824,133 $ 242,283 $ 178,599 $ 1,476,903 $ 307,909 $ 3,893,460 $ 1,040,903 $ 249,310 $ 290,997 $ 174,372 $ 615,357 $ 472,288 $ 620,369 $ 84,488 $ 454,079 $ 24,019 $ 238,308 $ 1,407,298 $ 496,590 $ 335,739 $ 286,810 $ 374,604 $ 432,868 $ 349,010 $ 1,185,918 $ 179,266
2017 Parochial Report Subtotal A (lines 3+4+5+6)
$
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 3,117,236
Operating @10% 12,991 24,872 31,338 41,835 48,790 21,005 11,710 28,239 11,799 12,861 84,236 82,413 24,075 17,860 88,852 30,655 228,912 103,486 24,931 27,357 17,437 43,684 39,209 62,037 8,449 24,635 2,402 23,281 118,891 49,359 33,574 28,681 37,460 43,268 29,569 94,169 11,770 $
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
569,581
36,250 9,738 450 9,499 40 27 1,024 25,500 153 58,838 136 160,434 605 1,743 17,852 8,020 20,773 550 21,839 300 19 5,332 24,423 6,157
Capital @10%
$
$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
2019 Apportionment
3,686,817
Total 12,991 61,123 41,076 42,285 58,288 21,045 11,738 28,239 12,824 12,861 109,736 82,413 24,228 17,860 147,690 30,791 389,346 104,090 24,931 29,100 17,437 61,536 47,229 62,037 8,449 45,408 2,402 23,831 140,730 49,659 33,574 28,681 37,460 43,287 34,901 118,592 17,927
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida Exhibit A - Apportionment Calculation Clarification
The apportionment that each congregation pays to the Diocese of Southwest Florida for the support of the diocese and related activities of the diocese shall be calculated as the sum of two parts: 1) operating apportionment and 2) capital apportionment. The Parochial Report figures used as the basis for these calculations shall be from the report filed two years preceding the year in which the apportionment is due. For example: the 2017 apportionment is calculated using the data filed in the 2015 Parochial Report.
1) Operating Apportionment is calculated as 10% of the congregation's "Normal Operating Income", reported on SubTotal A of the Parochial Report. The 10% rate is the default for every year, however the percentage amount may be adjusted as a part of the annual budgeting process. Any exceptions to the rate for a particular year would be approved through the regular approval process of the diocesan budget for that year. 2) Capital Apportionment is calculated as 10% of the congregation's "Funds Received for Capital Projects", reported on Line 8 of the Parochial Report. These apportionment dollars are directed to the capital needs of the diocese and the support of new missions. The apportionment shall be paid on a regular monthly basis throughout the year unless other arrangements are made with approval of the Diocesan Council in advance.
Please refer to Exhibit B for apportionment calculation definitions as they relate to the Parochial Report
40
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida Exhibit B - Apportionment Definitions and Sources
Operating Income Apportionment
Capital Apportionment
41
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida Parochial Report Analysis 2016-2017
2016 12,075
Sunday Attendance
2016-2017 Change
2017 11,583
% Change
(492)
-4%
(468) (204,022) 363,830 303,221
-5% -1%
$
8,370 21,071,959
$
7,902 20,867,937
$ $
25,779,875 983,688
$ $
26,143,705 1,286,909
$ $ $ $
$ $ $ $ $
3,784,231 416,618 30,964,412 383,695 31,348,107
$ $ $ $ $
3,370,403 441,693 31,242,710 335,497 31,578,207
$ $ $ $ $
(413,828) 25,075 278,298 (48,198) 230,100
-11% 6%
$ $ $ $ $ $
4,459,574 2,799,334 4,339,038 1,593,581 13,191,527 44,539,634
$ $ $ $ $ $
6,151,592 2,294,931 4,395,584 1,234,180 14,076,287 45,654,494
$ $ $ $ $ $
1,692,018 (504,403) 56,546 (359,401) 884,760 1,114,860
38% -18% 1% -23%
$ $ $ $
3,293,667 577,565 27,478,390 31,349,622
$ $ $ $
3,163,457 612,975 27,596,209 31,372,641
$ $ $ $
(130,210) 35,410 117,819 23,019
-4% 6% 0%
2,343,028 3,830,159 59,930 1,643,275 7,876,392 39,226,014
$ $ $ $ $ $
5,505,165 4,455,996 49,698 1,422,710 11,433,569 42,806,210
$ $ $ $ $ $
3,162,137 625,837 (10,232) (220,565) 3,557,177 3,580,196
135% 16% -17% -13%
Subtotal Non-Operating Expenses (Subtotal F) Total Expenses (Total G)
$ $ $ $ $ $
Total Cash in Checking/Savings (Line 19) Total Investments at Market Value (Line 20) Total Debt
$ $ $
13,568,927 43,438,391 8,330,130
$ $ $
15,426,299 49,523,829 7,297,000
$ $ $
1,857,372 6,085,438 (1,033,130)
14% 14% -12%
(851)
-3%
Number of Signed Pledge Cards Total Dollar Amount Pledged Plate, Pledge and Regular Support (Line 3) Available for Operations From Investments (Line 4) Other Operating Income, Unrestricted/Restricted Gifts for Operations, Contributions from Congregation's Organizations (Line 5) Unrestricted Bequests used for Operations (Line 6) Normal Operating Income (Subtotal A) Assistance From The Diocese (Line 7) Total Operating Revenues (Subtotal B) Capital Funds (Line 8) Additions To Endowment (Line 9) Contributions for Outreach & Mission Programs (Line 10) Funds for Transmittal To Other Organizations (Line 11) Subtotal Non-Operating Revenues (Subtotal C) Total Revenues (Total D) Apportionment Paid To Diocese (Line 12) Outreach From Operating Budget (Line 13) All Other Operating Expenses (Line 14) Subtotal Operating Expenses (Subtotal E) Capital Improvement Expenditures (Line 15) Expenses for Congregation's Outreach and Mission (Line 16) Contribution to Episcopal Seminaries (Line 17) Funds Sent to Other Organization (Line 18)
Members
42
29,648
28,797
1% 31%
1% -13% 1%
7% 3%
0%
45% 9%
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Reports to Convention Bishop’s Cabinet for DaySpring Development This past year the Bishop’s focus has been centered on creating awareness throughout the diocese exhibiting the ten year master plan. As we know the new Program Center and Pool have already been completed. This in itself has been manna from heaven as the participants continue to grow and marvel with the new facilities. The Cabinet continues to center in prayer as we carefully plan and advise the Bishop on the future progress in our development plans. We will continue our awareness programs throughout the diocese emphasizing leadership development, spiritual development and transformation of lives. It has been a vision since 1979 that DaySpring would be the center of spiritual guidance, congregational vitality and love. We are striving to make that happen with God’s Grace. Michael H. Kline, Chair
Bishop Gray Retirement Foundation, Inc. The Bishop Gray Retirement Foundation’s financial assistance program continues to provide financial aid to lowincome senior Episcopalians from the Southwest, Southeast, and Central Dioceses of Florida seeking help with the costs of retirement living and medical expenses. We do still gratefully receive donations from individuals and parishes from the three dioceses, and also through estate charitable planned giving. The Board of Trustees would like to preserve the endowment fund as much as possible, using only the income from investments for distributions. During 2018, we have helped 54 Episcopalians, living in retirement communities, assisted living, and senior facilities/apartments in the three dioceses, and about $544,000 will be distributed for financial assistance mostly in the form of monthly housing grants. Sample Retirement/ALF/Senior Living Facilities housing BGR Foundation financial aid recipients: Savannah Court of Lake Wales; Savannah Court of Maitland; Brookdale Altamonte Springs; Westminster Winter Park; Orlando Lutheran Towers; Westminster Towers, Orlando; Trinity Towers South & West, Melbourne; Grand Reserve, Zephyrhills; Lake Point Senior Apt., Tavares; Atria Senior Living, Spring Hill; Pinellas Heights, Largo; Calusa Harbour, Fort Myers; McCown Towers, Sarasota; The Barrington, Largo; Lesly’s Leisure Living, Tamarac; Palm’s Edge ALF, Riviera Beach; St. Andrews Residence, West Palm Beach; St. James Residence, West Palm Beach. 43
BGR Foundation Board of Trustees: Southwest Diocese: The Rt. Rev. Dabney T. Smith, President Dr. C. Thomas Gooding Ms. Barbara Kelly, Asst. Treasurer The Rev. Deacon Bill Moyers The Rev. Deacon Denise C. Healy Southeast Diocese: The Rt. Rev. Peter Eaton Canon Richard E. Miller The Rev. Canon Howarth L. Lewis, Jr. Dr. Helen Bhagwandin Dr. “H” Hanna Central Diocese: The Rt. Rev. Gregory O. Brewer, Vice President Mr. Alexander C. Mackinnon, Secretary/Chancellor Mr. Guy D. Colado, Treasurer The Very Rev. Hugh McGlashon, Jr. Dr. Thomas Bates Ginger Van Valkenburgh, Executive Director
Chaplains to Retired Clergy and Families Our diocese has 15 chaplains to provide pastoral care for 306 clergy and 251 spouses. The chaplains are assigned regionally by deanery and under the direction of the office of the bishop. We provide pastoral care when needed with illness and at the time of a death. Our focus is to connect the retiree with a local congregation, if they are not already attached. The bishop’s administrator is an invaluable resource to us. Among other duties she breaks down the list of retirees sent from CPG and organizes it into our 7 deaneries. We are also most fortunate to have a loving and responsive bishop who cares deeply about the retired in our diocese. In the spring the bishop sponsors an annual Retired Clergy/ Spouse Day at DaySpring. It includes an outside speaker, Holy Eucharist, fellowship, and lunch. Registration averages 120 – 140. This event is coordinated through the diocesan office and is funded through the diocesan budget. We have a great staff! This spring we hosted 3 Enriching Your Retirement events at 3 locations in the diocese over 3 days. We had 90 registrations, great programming provided by Laura Queen and Sean Schiller from CPG, delicious lunches, and excellent DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
hospitality provided by each church. When the information about illness is provided in the Retired Clergy Annual Report to the Bishop, one of our chaplains follows up with phone calls to sick clergy and/or spouse and assigns a deanery chaplain, as needed. The following is a sampling of some of the ministry being accomplished: hospital visits, luncheons with clergy and spouses; some of us are mailing birthday cards and Christmas cards, attending funerals and following up as needed; phone calls--particularly to the ill and infirm, home visits--again to the ill and infirm, transportation on occasion, counseling and conversations with clergy widows, transportation provided to church and for events. Much of our work is reactive, responding to situations as they arise. Chaplains: The Rev. Canon Chris Gray and Paula Gray (Diocesan Chaplains), The Rev. Glad McCurtain and James McCurtain (Clearwater Deanery),The Rt. Rev. Barry Howe and Mary Howe (St. Petersburg Deanery), The Rev. Edward Scully and Susan Scully (Tampa Deanery), The Rev. Read Heydt and Diane Heydt (Manasota Deanery), The Rev. Arthur Lee and Rosemary Lee (Venice Deanery), The Rev. Michael Basden and Jill Basden (Naples Deanery), and The Rev. Suzanne Post (Ft. Myers Deanery). The Rev. Canon Chris Gray, Diocesan Chaplain
Clergy Spouse Association The Clergy Spouse Association, founded in 1982, continues in carrying out its mission and purpose of supporting the spouses of ordained clergy by providing opportunities for enrichment, fellowship, and outreach. As an organization we care deeply about connecting with one another and engaging with spouses of clergy who are active, retired or widowed. We gather twice a year for events that are designed to build connections for support and communication. The CSA’s 2017 Annual Convention Luncheon featured The Rev. Debi Brown who shared her more than twenty years of experience of weekly ministering to prisoners through her work with Kairos Prison Ministry. At the luncheon, CSA members elected the 2018 Board of Officers. Those elected were: Susan O’Carroll, President; Trish Farrell, VicePresident; Terry Hansen-Beno, Secretary; Mary Wallis Smith, Treasurer; Betty Creelman & Kathie Hyde, Co-Chaplains; Carol Wilde, Communications; Barbara Brotherton, Sunshine Committee; Mary Howe, Cathy McGinnis, Terry Eros, Members at Large; Bonnie Jean Durning, Past President Member at Large. The Annual Spring Gathering Retreat was led by Dr. Fredrica Harris Thompsett, a teacher, author, and scholar of Anglican Church history and theology. The weekend included an outdoor reception and BBQ enhanced by live music by the Standing Eight Count Band. The retreat’s theme, Looking Back to Move Forward, was inspired by the upcoming celebration of the Diocesan 50th Anniversary. 44
In the area of outreach, the CSA received a monetary gift from St. Stephen’s Church in Innis, Louisiana. The members of St. Stephen’s collected an offering in response to Hurricane Irma. The gift was given to the CSA and designated for helping clergy families in our diocese who suffered hurricane damage. Two families in the Naples area were helped by the generosity of our friends in Louisiana whom the CSA helped in 2016 following the “No Named Flood.” In addition, the annual seminarian gift from the CSA was distributed to five diocesan seminarians. The CSA Board voted to utilize a portion of proceeds from the CSA’s fundraising balance to create an endowment fund to provide ongoing support of the CSA’s mission. The decision was made to honor the beloved Mary Ellen Smith by naming the fund in her memory. The Mary Ellen Smith Memorial Endowment Fund’s growth will impact the CSA’s ability to fulfill outreach needs within our community and beyond. Susan O’Carroll
Commission on Ministry The Commission on Ministry (COM) engages with those who are discerning God’s call to ordained ministry in the Episcopal Church. This past year the COM has set new procedures in place to better serve those who come to us having previously engaged the process in another diocese or having completed all or part of the required education needed for ordination. This Commission consists of lay and ordained people, Lay Members: Ms. Donna Davis, Mrs. Janice Straske, Mrs. Carol Wilde (Clergy Spouse), Mr. Brian Trimble, Deacon Members: The Rev. Rosalind Hall, The Rev. Robert Vaughn, Presbyter Members: The Rev. Bryan D. O’Carroll, The Rev. Alexander Andujar, The Very Rev. Stephen Morris, The Rev. Margaret L. Sullivan, The Rev. Stephen F. Zimmerman. Our commission members work diligently to assure that all persons in the process are cared for as they seek God’s will. Each member of the COM serves one or more persons as liaison guiding them through parish discernment groups and maintaining connection and communication with them until the completion of their process. In addition to these individual duties the COM meets monthly for updates and to make recommendations to our Bishop. We also interview aspirants by hosting two, day long, Bishop Advisory Panels annually. I am grateful for the work of this commission and it is our privilege to serve the church in discerning with those who God is calling to ordained leadership. The Rev. Bryan D. O’Carroll
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Committee on Latino & Hispanic Ministry The Hispanic and Latino Committee of the Diocese of Southwest Florida has been tasked with increasing awareness of Hispanic and Latino Ministry, supporting existing congregations with Spanish speakers, and providing mission and outreach to the Hispanic and Latino community in the diocese. The committee began its 2017-2018 program year with the planning of its first annual gathering of Spanish speaking parishes titled: “Salt and Light”. This theme was “Latino Ministry in the 21st Century”. Fr. Alberto Cutie gave the keynote address. More than 75 participants enjoyed workshops on sharing their Christian story, Christian education, and navigating the changing landscape of ministry. The event culminated with a delicious lunch of Latin Food and a joyous Eucharist presided by Bishop Michael Garrison and other Episcopal Latino clergy. The committee is already planning its next gathering which will take place in Sept of 2019 at DaySpring. Looking ahead, the committee hopes to reach out to every parish in the Diocese to share the importance of this mission and what all of us can do to welcome this growing population within our neighborhoods and cities. Have questions? Want to get involved? Check out our table at Diocesan Convention and contact the committee at latinoministry@episcopalswfl.org. The Rev. Alexander Andujar
Committee on Race and Reconciliation The mission of the Committee on Race and Reconciliation is to support the Diocese of Southwest Florida, its congregations, committees, commissions and related organizations in eliminating racism and encouraging cultural diversity, recognizing and incorporating God’s diverse and enriching gifts of all races and cultures. The Committee serves as a resource for the promotion of life-long learning, formation and healing around the multilayered issues of racism within the Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida, and will advise the Bishop regarding ordination process. The Committee sets the diocesan standards for anti-racism training and formation by integrating and modeling the Episcopal Church’s Becoming Beloved Community model rooted in Holy Scripture. The Committee functions as a broad communications platform, through which and by which, grassroots initiatives may be illumined for increased inter-parish visibility and enhanced accessibility. The Committee is dedicated to creating opportunities that explore and honor the sacred narratives of those who are oppressed by the sin of racism in the institutional church. 45
In order to achieve the Committee’s short and long term goals/objectives, its agenda has explored opportunities to plan a diocesan pilgrimage to the Lyching Museum Memorial (Montgomery, AL) and Selma, AL. This visit will provide experiences where documented protests and freedom march were held. In addition, the committee has confirmed plans to commemorate and celebrate Absalom Jones at the Cathedral on Sunday, February 17, 2019 at 4 p.m. Dr. George Mims Dr. George Mims [2018 - 1st term] The Rev. Ray S. Bonoan [2019 - 1st term] The Rev. Aubrey E. Cort [2020 - 1st term] Dr. Navita Cummings James [2018 - 1st term] The Rev. Wayne F. Farrell [2019 - 1st term] The Rev. Marc Panel Guerrier [2019 - 1st term] Mrs. Lisa Parker [2020 - 1st term] The Very Rev. Cesar Olivero [2018 - 1st term] Position Vacant [2020 - 1st term] Staff Liaison: The Rev. Canon Michael P. Durning. The Rev. Adrienne R. Hymes
Council on Deacons The Council on Deacons serves as an advisory body to the Bishop to oversee, study, and promote the life, work and ministry of the diaconate in our Diocese. The 9-member Council consists of deacons, presbyters, and lay persons who serve staggered 3-year terms. The Council on Deacons also has responsibility for the administration of the Episcopal Charities Grant program and the submission of an annual recommendation to the Standing Committee and the Bishop regarding the allocation of grant funds for the year. The Council then announces the list of grant awards at the annual Diocesan Convention. The Ven. Kathleen Moore
Cursillo Secretariat The Cursillo secretariat continues to host 3 Cursillo weekends a year - 2 in English (February and October) and one in Spanish (April or May). The purpose of Cursillo is to use specific methods and tools to grow Christ-centered leaders for the work of mission and ministry. You can find Cursillistas at work in the parishes, deaneries, our Diocese and the national church. The roles they serve include: • Lay Reader • Altar Guild • Flower Guild • Eucharistic Ministers • Eucharistic Visitors • Vestry DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
• Website Coordinator • Committee members • Cursillo Secretariat members • Lay Officers for the Diocese • Committee members for the national church Several Cursillistas have received the call to become priests and deacons. Of the approximately 2500 people you have attended a Cursillo weekend, 80% are currently serving in some capacity in our parishes! Praise the Lord! Decolores Chandra Williams, Lay Director
Daughters of the King The Order of the Daughters of the King is a religious order following a Rule of Life discipline of prayer, service, and evangelism. Members are communicants of the Episcopal, Anglican, Lutheran and Roman Catholic churches. It is an international order. The Triennial meeting of the order convened this June in Austin TX. The emphasis of the meeting was on evangelism. The Diocese of SWFL Assembly hosts a Spring and Fall meeting for all members. The Diocese of SWFL consists of 36 chapters across 9 counties with 592 members; including 51 Daughters at Large and 1 Jr. Daughter chapter. Clergy consider the Daughters of the King the prayer center of the congregation. Daughters areas of service include visiting the sick, home bound, and new visitors as well as making and delivering prayer shawls, hosting receptions for funerals, and newcomers. The Daughters support local community nonprofits, like schools, food banks, and pregnancy options. Daughters of the King Chapters support the National/ International order through the funds of the Order: the Self Denial fund, the Master’s fund, and the Endowment Fund. The Alpha Fund is used to provide financial support to Junior Daughter Directresses in their efforts to extend Christ’s kingdom through the ministry of the Junior Daughters of the King. New officers beginning in September 2018 are PresidentSue Tharp, Vice president-Jackie Smith, Recording SecretaryBarbara Gingrich, Treasurer-Ellenor Moncrief, Corresponding Secretary-Narda Lee, Daughter at Large Coordinator- Wendy Smith, and Historian-Leila Mizer. Rev. Dee de Montmollin is the chaplain of SWFL Daughters of the King. Sue Tharp, President
Diocesan Altar Guild The Diocesan Altar Guild consists of representatives from the various deaneries. Our job is to support the Bishop and coordinate his wishes throughout the diocese. We meet four times a year at DaySpring and also have an annual meeting in the spring 46
with a program related to our activities. Our biggest contribution is the coordination of the annual Convention Eucharist for several hundred people in the Convention Center. This year we will have the pleasure of preparing for the fiftieth anniversary celebration of the diocese and welcoming the Presiding Bishop, Michael Curry. At Convention we also sponsor a huge exchange of liturgical items from churches and for churches in our diocese. In November, we will deconsecrate old, worn linens and vestments and burn them at DaySpring. We gather these things at Convention. We also support the campus ministry at St. Anselm’s Church on the USF campus. They are now equipped to offer eucharists. There is also a new church plant in Wesley Chapel and we are providing the things they need. As a resource center for the whole diocese, we are happy to train and problem solve. Sarah Hill, Directress
Diocesan Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations Our diocese continues to have representation in the Florida Council of Churches. Together with other faith communities, we remain actively engaged in dialogues in “Unlearning Racism”, migration, and other social justice issues in Florida. The recent engagements listed below relate to my work as the officer for Ecumenical and Interreligious Relations: • January 22: Shared our parish ministry against human trafficking to the congregation of the Moon Lake Church in Pasco County, as arranged through the Morton Plant Mease BayCare Faith Community Nursing Program • February 25: Rekindled the Concordat relationship between The Episcopal Church and the Philippine Independent Church after a courtesy visit and presentation made to the Aglipay Central Theological Seminary in the Philippines • March 19: Together with representatives of the Clearwater Deanery and other faith communities, supported the Nehemiah Action Forum, “Faith Action Strength Together” (FAST) at the St. Petersburg Stadium by engaging our local government officials on issues of education, housing, health care and justice issues. • April 5: attended a presentation on “Church Safety” sponsored by the BayCare Faith Community Nursing in Clearwater as it relates to the growing serious social concern of gun violence in our midst, which nowadays, include worship places and churches. • April 26: Joined other faith communities during the annual event of the Resurrection House to support its program in helping resolve homeless issues in the St. DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Petersburg area.
ambiguities with the new Title IV procedures. In response,
the Clearwater Deanery Mission Team, in partnership with our brothers and sisters in La Iglesia y Colegio Episcopal Encarnacion in La Romana, Dominican Republic. The Rev. Raynald S. Bonoan, Diocesan Officer
national Church’s Standing Commission that deals with the Constitution and Canons. Some of these questions resulted in changes to Title IV adopted at the recent General Convention in Austin. At the General Convention that Standing Commission released a training program and an interactive website to help Episcopalians learn how to live into the spirit of the clergy discipline rules set out in Title IV. I hope to share that program and the interactive program with next year’s Board members. I was honored to be able to address some of these needs in comments as a Deputy on the floor of the House of Deputies at the recent General Convention. Roger D. Schwenke, Disciplinary Board President
• July 14- 20: Completed missionary work together with I had raised those issues and questions with members of the
Disciplinary Board On behalf of the nine members of the Disciplinary Board, (The Rev. Joel Morsch, The Rev. Dr. David Danner, The Rev. Jonathan Evans, Deacon Jane Kelly, The Rev. James Puryear, James Park Esq., Dr. Virginia Harper, The Hon. E. Douglas Spangler, and myself) I am pleased to report that the Disciplinary Board had a comparatively calm year. The entire Board never even had to meet to address claims of violated Canons. There was one matter which last year had required me to appoint hearing and conference panel members, involving a priest who was canonical resident in our Diocese, but who lived in another state. The Conference Panel had been unable to reach a resolution acceptable to all involved, and it appeared that there would have to be a formal hearing. The President of the Hearing Panel (Judge Spangler) and the other two members (Father Danner and Deacon Kelly), together with the Respondent and the Church Attorney (John Goldsmith) were ready to proceed. But after substantial discussions among the Church Attorney, the Respondent, the Bishop, the Advisor appointed by the Bishop for any hearing (Deacon Chester Trow) and me, the issues were addressed in a pastoral fashion through an Accord and a restriction on the exercise of ministry, which the Bishop issued after consultation with the member of the clergy involved. As the Title IV Canons require, formal notices of this Accord went to all clergy in the Diocese, as well as to many others. I am also proud and grateful for the diligence and many years of hard work for the Board by two members who are leaving the Board: Father Danner because of his retirement and Doctor Harper because of Canonical term limits. Over the many years they have been on the Board they have been in change of or members of several panels, which entailed many hours of meetings, interviews and drafting. They both have worked tirelessly under tremendous pressure. In addition to that one matter, the Reference Panel (which consists of the Bishop, the Intake Officer, and the President of the Disciplinary Board) had several meetings and phone conferences during the year. Even though she is officially retired, our Intake Officer (The Rev. Glad McCurtain, has spent probably hundreds of hours analyzing claims alleging Title IV violations and reporting on those to the Reference Panel. In past year’s reports I noted that both the Bishop and members of the Disciplinary Board had identified several 47
Episcopal Church Women The Episcopal Church Women in the Diocese of Southwest Florida serves the seventy-six churches of the Diocese. We support all of the Women’s Ministries of the church as well as the youth programs through Day Spring Camps, Cornerstone Kids and feeding programs like “Pack-a-Sack” locally as well as feeding programs in the Dominican Republic. Our Mission and Ministry program sponsors “Undie Sundays” and pillowcase dresses to support children in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The Church Periodical Club provided 21 scholarships to local churches during 2018. Each church determines when they will have their in-gathering for CPC and Miles of Pennies. We also support the United Thank Offering, reporting $69,019.44 at this Triennial. The Episcopal Church Women participate in local churches, Diocese of SWFL activities, Province IV, National and International ECW efforts. Karen Patterson from Diocese of SWFL served on the National Board as Treasurer and was elected National President of the Episcopal Church at General Convention this year. Leila J. Mizer, President
Education for Ministry Education for Ministry is a distance-learning program founded by Sewanee, The University of the South, in 1975. EfM began in our diocese in 1987. We are a sponsoring diocese, which means that our students receive a $100 discount on tuition each year. EfM is a four-year course of study in the Bible, church history, theological choices, and theological application in our lives today. This program is not like any other bible study. An in-depth study of scripture is an integral part of the program, DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
but it is not the only part. EFM is a powerful combination of scripture, worship, theology and theological reflection to help students develop the skills they need to better discern their call to ministry. Groups begin meeting in September. On-line group meetings are also available. We currently have groups meeting in Naples, Punta Gorda, Venice, Sarasota, Pinellas Park, and Tampa. The 2019 mentor training will take place at DaySpring on May 16-18. If you would like information on a group in your area or are interested in mentoring a group, please call or email Martha Goodwill at (941) 556-0315 or mgoodwill@episcopalswfl.org Martha Goodwill
Episcopal Relief & Development Episcopal Relief & Development builds partnerships with local Episcopal and Anglican dioceses and related organizations based on need, capacity and available resources. In order to maximize the impact of our resources, we tend to focus on issues regarding women, children and climate. We use connections where there is a strong Church presence and where our support and expertise would add significant value. About half our resources are used for relief from and preparing for disasters. Historically over 90% of donations go directly to programs in the field. Currently we are responding to the Carr fires in California, volcano eruptions in Hawaii and Guatemala, violence in the Republic of Congo, drought in South Africa, and continuing to work in hurricane devastated areas, especially Puerto Rico. Episcopal Relief & Development Celebrates Three-Year Program Achievements in Reducing Violence Against Women in Liberia. The Episcopal Asset Map, an online platform showing the location and ministries of Episcopal churches, schools and other communities, has been revamped and refreshed with more-detailed information, easier access and ease of navigation. For the first time, Episcopal Relief & Development and the Episcopal Church invited attendees to offset the carbon footprint created by their attendance at General Convention. Attendees also colored in 8 foot panels highlighting our work. Their Climate Fund has been launched so Episcopalians and other friends can empower the organization’s worldwide partners who are implementing climate-smart agriculture, water harvesting and tree planting. Maureen Belote, Jody Tiffany
General Convention
The 79th General Convention of The Episcopal Church was held in Austin, Texas, July 5-13th. While it officially began on July 5th it started on July 3rd with registration and the first of multiple Committee Meetings and Hearings. Altogether over 400 resolutions were presented during the 48
10 days of General Convention, most of which will have little to no impact on the Diocese of Southwest Florida or the world around us. With that said, there were a few resolutions of great significance that will greatly impact the Diocese of Southwest Florida and the wider Episcopal Church. An amended resolution A068 passed, preserving the 1979 Book of Common Prayer for at least the near term. Resolution A068 not only preserved the 1979 BCP marriage rite and preamble but also preserved the current psalter and liturgies; the Trinitarian formularies; the Lambeth Quadrilateral; and the Historic Documents. The resolution does allow for Dioceses under the direction and approval of their Bishop, to develop new rites and new language for trial use. One other development coming out of the 79th General Convention was the passage of resolution A227 which calls for the commission of a Task Force on “Communion Across Differences.” The Task Force (equally manned by traditionalists and progressives), is asked to find ways that both traditionalists and progressives can work together, to the extent possible, with a sense of integrity in The Episcopal Church. In closing, it was an honor to serve as chair of our deputation. I want to commend our Diocesan Deputation; Very Rev. Cesar Olivero, Rev. Eric Cooter, Rev. Bryan O’Carroll, Rev. Roy Tuff and clergy alternates Rev. Janet Tunnell and Rev. Katie Churchwell. Lay Deputies Judy Stark, Navita Cummings James, Anna Haeffner and alternates Joan Kline and Roger Schwenke. They worked incredibly hard, putting in very long hours faithfully representing the Diocese of Southwest Florida and serving our Lord Jesus Christ and His Church, often in a very difficult, trying and less than the favorable environment. Despite the many challenges and frustrations, the Southwest Florida Deputation remained positive, as they testified at various Committee Hearings and spoke on the floor of the House of Deputies. They upheld and faithfully proclaimed the Gospel, speaking God’s truth in love. Thank you for your prayers.
Kevin M. Fitzgerald, Deputation Chair
Recovery Ministries Our Mission Statement states: “We seek to embrace the addicted with God’s healing love, mercy and acceptance by offering spiritual and pastoral resources through a retreat program and individual spiritual direction.” The dates of the 2018 recovery retreats are: Jan. 26–28, May 18–20 and Oct 26–28. The retreats are held at DaySpring Episcopal Center. Attendance at the retreats usually ranges from 35 to 50 people. The retreat is open to all people in recovery programs who are searching to enhance their recovery through spiritual growth and development. A 12-step Eucharistic Liturgy begins the retreat on Friday evening. This is followed by opportunities for individual spiritual direction on Saturday afternoon. The focus of the retreat is the spirituality of the twelve steps. Scholarships are available to help defray the cost of the retreat. No one is turned away who seek a spiritual path to recovery. For more information contact: Alfred (Al) Boettjer, board chairperson and retreat coordinator, at 321-636-5012, or the DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Rev. Glen Graczyk, chaplain, at 727-432-4014. We are affiliated with the Recovery Ministries of the Episcopal Church: www.episcopalrecovery.org. The Rev. Glen Graczyk
School for Ministry The School for Ministry prepares Postulants and Candidates for ordination to the Diaconate and is accountable to the Bishop, the Standing Committee and the Commission on Ministry for the progress of its students. The faculty (called “Facilitators”) consists of clergy and lay leaders from the Diocesan Community. The four-year program includes both pre-ordination and post-ordination studies. The School operates on a 12-month “trimester” basis and we holds two retreats per year. The current students are representative of the length and width of the Diocese. The Ven. Kathleen Moore, Archdeacon
Standing Committee At the 2017 Convention of the Diocese of Southwest Florida held at the Charlotte County Event and Conference Center in Punta Gorda, the following were elected or reelected, the Very Rev. Charles (Chip) Connelly, the Very Rev. Carla McCook and Mr. James Corn.
Youth and Family Ministry Youth and Family Ministry during 2017-2018 continued to grow and flourish in the Diocese as young people and their families became more active in their congregations and Diocesan programming. DaySpring Summer Camp, New Beginnings, and Happening invited middle and high school youth to gather at DaySpring for fun, fellowship, and formation in a Christian community. Increased activity by youth and families in many of our parishes resulted in the acquisition of new youth ministers and Christian formation leaders. New Diocesan offerings commenced, including La Noche de Velitas and Senior High Baccalaureate, both of which enabled families opportunities to pray together, worship, and seek Christ in times of seasonal change and graduation. The Youth Leadership Team, composed of high school students, youth leaders and clergy, hosted Youth Explosion Saturday in January at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School and Christ Church, Bradenton. The work of the youth and youth leaders embodied the desire and dedication of our Diocese to serve God and His church and we look forward to continued growth and service in 2018-19. Greg Randall, Director of Youth Ministry and Programming
The Standing Committee is responsible for many varied and important functions, but primarily as a council of advice for our Bishop; we serve as an initial audience for any topic or issue the Bishop would like to discuss. The Standing Committee works very closely with the diocesan Commission on Ministry in working with those members of our diocesan community who are seeking holy orders. This year alone the Standing Committee has been involved in the continued formation and ordination of two priests and two deacons with more to come before year’s end. The Standing Committee also has significant and important work related to the governance of the wider church, such as giving consent when any diocese elects a new Bishop. Legally the Standing Committee is required to approve decisions about clergy leaving the Episcopal Church and other matters related to church property and finances. While this brief illustration only gives an overview of the Standing Committee, however, pursuant to the canons much of our work is ultimately required to be held in the strictest confidence. We ask that you keep the work of the Standing Committee in your daily prayers. Committee members: The Rev. Fred Robinson, James Corn, The Very Rev. Chip Connelly, The Very Rev. Carla McCook, The Very Rev. Dr. Randall Hehr, Mary Grace Duffy, Ray Stoll, (Secretary), The Very Rev. Cesar Olivero (Vice President) and Kevin M. Fitzgerald (President). Kevin M. Fitzgerald, President 49
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
An All-Clergy Gathering
Each year at convention, one of the highlights is the gathering of all of our clergy for worship at our Friday Holy Eucharist. Above, clergy at our 49th Convention in 2017, above, and 2016 at our 48th Convention, below.
Clergy Spouse Association Luncheon Features Barbara Evans PUNTA GORDA - The annual Clergy Spouse Association luncheon celebration will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will feature Barbara Evans as their 2018 luncheon speaker. Barbara is the chief development officer for Grace Place for Children and Families in Naples. Barbara was awarded 2017’s Outstanding Philanthropic Executive by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Collier-Lee Chapter. Barbara and her family live in Sarasota where her husband serves as associate to the rector at St. Boniface.
50
Parking in Punta Gorda Parking on Friday is close by, but plan to come early so there is no rush, and if you can, carpool. The convention center has 250 spaces and there is a 400-car public deck two blocks away at Olympia and US 41. There is also nearby parking on the street. There will be people on hand to provide additional directions for parking.
2018 Convention Guidebook The Annual Convention Guidebook is published annually by the Communications Department, Diocese of Southwest Florida. Questions? Contact Editor Garland Pollard at gpollard@episcopalswfl.org or call 941-556-0315. DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
Diocesan Staff Bishop: The Rt. Rev. Dabney T. Smith dsmith@episcopalswfl.org Assisting Bishops: The Rt. Rev. Michael Garrison The Rt. Rev. Barry R. Howe Bishops’ Administrative Ms. Jan Nothum - Ext. 986 Assistant: Cell: 941-306-9582 / jnothum@episcopalswfl.org Canon to the Ordinary:
Diocesan House DaySpring Episcopal Center 8005 25th St. East Parrish, FL 34219 941-556-0315 episcopalswfl.org dayspringfla.org
The Rev. Canon Michael P. Durning - Ext. 984 Cell: 941- 993-3101 / mdurning@episcopalswfl.org
Administrative Assistant to Mrs. Tana Sembiante - Ext. 983 Canons Durning, Norman: tsembiante@episcopalswfl.org Archdeacon: The Ven. Dr. Kathleen Moore - Ext. 989 Cell: 813-785-9400/ kmoore@episcopalswfl.org Canon for Stewardship The Rev. Canon Christopher N. Gray and Pastoral Care: Cell: 941-321-0249 / cgray@episcopalswfl.org Canon for Mission & Ministry:
The Rev. Canon Richard Norman – Ext. 978 Cell: 941-212-8009 / rnorman@episcopalswfl.org
Director Youth Ministry & Mr. Greg Randall – Ext. 976 Programming: Cell: 941-304-9306 / grandall@episcopalswfl.org USF Chaplain & Wesley Chapel Priest-in-Charge:
The Rev. Adrienne Hymes - Ext. 990 Cell: 813-418-1281/ ahymes@episcopalswfl.org
Administrative Assistant Mrs. Michelle Mercurio - Ext. 977 Youth/School For Ministry: mmercurio@episcopalswfl.org Canon for Finance and Administration/CFO:
Canon Anne Vickers, CFA - Ext. 982 Cell: 813-760-4630 / avickers@episcopalswfl.org
Director Communications: Mr. Garland Pollard – Ext. 979 Cell: 941-981-2320 / gpollard@episcopalswfl.org Director Congregational Support:
The Rev. Martha Goodwill - Ext. 980 Cell: 941-323-7912 / mgoodwill@episcopalswfl.org
Bookkeeper: Mrs. Geraldine ‘Jerry’ Buss - Ext. 981 jbuss@episcopalswfl.org Registrar/Reception: Ms. Marilyn Erfourth - Ext. 987 merfourth@episcopalswfl.org Exec. Director, DaySpring Mrs. Carla Odell - 941-776-1018 Episcopal Center: Cell: 941-524-9994 / execdirector@dayspringfla.org
51
DIOCESE OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA
YE AR
S
The Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida
Golden Anniversary
Diocese of Southwest Florida DaySpring Episcopal Center 8005 25th St. East Parrish, FL 34219 941-556-0315 episcopalswfl.org
Charlotte Harbor Event Center 75 Taylor Street Punta Gorda, FL 33950 941-833-5444