Key Elements of Governance

Diocesan Convention:

The Convention meets annually and more often if necessary. During its meetings, the Convention approves the program budget, hears reports on the activities of the Diocese, votes on resolutions governing the Diocese, and elects representatives to diocesan-wide offices.

Diocesan Council:

The Diocesan Council does the work of the Diocesan Convention when Convention is not in session, including development of the Program Budget and oversight of the programs and offices funded by the budget as well as oversight and interpretation of diocesan policies.

Standing Committee:

Standing Committee is a council of advice to the Bishop and acts as the ecclesiastical authority in the event that the office of bishop is vacant or the bishop is incapacitated. Members also serve as members of the Corporation of the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri (COEDMO)

Diocesan Investment Trust:

Convocations:

The Convocations serve as liaisons between the Diocesan Council and the congregations and propose resolutions to be considered by the Diocesan Convention.

General Convention:

Every three years the General Convention of the Episcopal Church meets to set the agenda for the Church for next three years and beyond through legislation, creation of a budget, election of leaders, and debate on the issues.