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46th Annual Convention ‘We have this treasure ...’ Diocese of Southwest Florida Inside: Speakers, Workshops, Election Information, Reports to Convention, 2015 Proposed Budget, Friday Morning Prayer The 2014 Annual Convention, Punta Gorda, Florida Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18

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  • 46th Annual Convention

    We have this treasure ...

    Diocese of Southwest FloridaInside: Speakers, Workshops, Election Information, Reports to Convention, 2015 Proposed Budget, Friday Morning Prayer The 2014 Annual Convention, Punta Gorda, FloridaFriday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18

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    The Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida

    8005 25th St. EastParrish, FL 34219

    Phone: (941) 556-0315In Florida: (800) 992-7699

    Fax: (941) 556-0321www.episcopalswfl.org

    The Rt. Rev. Dabney T. Smith, Bishop

    September 2014

    Dear Friends in Christ,

    This year, as I considered where we are as a body in Christ, a passage from Second Corinthians spoke to me about our walk together. The verses from 2 Corinthians 4: 1- 18 illuminate dimensions of how we, as the faithful, should live together in our patterns of holy living in the light of the Gospel.

    There is much to reflect on from St. Pauls teaching. The passage commends speaking truthfully, and trusting Gods Grace. It reminds us that, although many do not see the image of God in the Gospel, we are not to be frustrated but faithful. We do not lose heart because everything we have, we have only because of Gods mercy!

    What defines our Annual Convention theme this year is Pauls recognition that the mercy of God is made manifest often in our weaknesses.

    But we have this treasure in clay jars, so that it may be made clear that this extraordinary power belongs to God and does not come from us.

    An important reminder for a church convention: Our limitations do not limit Gods power!

    I welcome you to our 46th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Southwest Florida. The Convention Guidebook reveals only some of the treasure that we share in our diocesan life! That the treasure is in jars of clay, or earthen vessels as the King James translation put it, simply means that we look in the everyday and in the ordinary for Gods purposes to be expressed. God works through our fragile limitations with the limitlessness of Gods Kingdom power and presence.

    I look forward to our time together. The Annual Convention is when we gather to learn, celebrate, worship, and take council together as the Church gathered in Mission. Pray for Gods Mission working trough us. In Him, we have this treasure!

    Faithfully yours,

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    About Convention 2014

    Whats Insidefor 2014

    Speakers ........................................... 6Agenda ........................................... 10Rules of Convention .................... 13Nominees .................................... 14Resolutions ................................... 21The Proposed 2015 Budget ......... 22Reports to Convention ................ 36Morning Prayer, Friday ................ 44Staff Directory ................................. 47

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    Welcome to Punta Gorda

    Welcome to our diocesan family reunion. Th is is the one time of the year that we come together for fellowship, networking, sharing meals, renewing old friendships and making new ones. Th ese moments knit us together as a diocese.

    Its also a time for continuing education, for worship together, for doing the business of the diocese. Th ank you, clergy and lay delegates and alternates, for your gift of time and attention to these important tasks.

    Our Ministry Fair shows off the breadth, depth and creativity of our diocese. Please visit the tables, support these ministries, build webs of relationship, and take home great ideas for your congregation.

    Our theme this year, We have this treasure ..., speaks of all of you and all the gifts and assets with which our diocese is so richly endowed.

    Pick up your convention button at the registration tables and make the most of our time together. Were glad youre here.

    Our Friday Night Party: New Location

    Our Friday night dinner party always a highlight of the convention weekend moves to a new location this year. After many years enjoying the hospitality of our neighbors at Good Shepherd, this year we will gather at Hurricane Charleys Restaurant, directly west of the Convention Center, just across U.S. 41.

    You must pre-register and pay in advance for the Friday night party. You will receive your tickets when you register at the conference center on Friday. We are unable to accommodate walk-ins.

    SAFETY ADVISORY: Traffi c is busy on U.S. 41. Please use the walkway under U.S. 41. After the opening Eucharist, exit the conference center via the doors on the north end (the river side, onto the patio where lunch is served). Guides will direct you to the walkway, which is handicapped-accessible. You can leave your cars where they are, take this safe walkway, and enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship. Well have maps available after the Opening Eucharist.

    About Convention 2014Goal For 2014: Equip the Saints Using Our Treasure

    Our goal this year is to equip the saints (thats you) for ministry. Our workshop lineup off ers resources for congregations in the areas of worship, good business practice, community engagement, anti-racism, legal aff airs, and spiritual health and wellness. Th ese workshops support the goals outlined by Bishop Smith at our 2013 convention that he hopes the diocese will accomplish by our 50th anniver-sary in 2018. Please see all the details on Page 6.

    We want to send you home with lots of fresh, helpful, specifi c information you can share with your congregation and start using immediately.

    in advance for the Friday night party. You will receive your tickets when you register at the conference center on Friday. We are unable to accommodate walk-ins.

    is busy on U.S. 41. Please use the walkway under U.S. 41. After the opening Eucharist, exit the conference center via the doors on the north end (the river side, onto the patio where lunch is served). Guides will direct you to the walkway, which is handicapped-accessible. You can leave your cars where they are, take this safe walkway, and enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship. Well have maps available after the Opening Eucharist.

    Worship Throughout the Weekend

    Our time together this weekend is bookended with worship. We begin with Morning Prayer at 9 a.m. on Friday, October 17, in Hibiscus Hall. Our Opening Eucharist is at 5:30 p.m. in Hibiscus Hall. Bishop Smith will preach.

    John Fenstermaker, the organist at Trinity-by-the-Cove, is our convention organist and music director. Our busi-ness meeting on Saturday, October 18, begins at 9 a.m. with Morning Prayer.

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    Doing the Work of the Diocese

    On Saturday well do the work of the diocese at our business meeting. Bishop Smith will off er his State of the Diocese address. Th en delegates will approve the budget, pass resolutions and elect candidates to fi ll vacancies on various committees, councils and boards. Please see the Rules of Convention on Page 13 so you understand how convention operates.

    Th is is where we set the agenda for the future of the diocese, so dont wait until Saturday morning to do your homework: Examine the budget, read the biographies of those who are seeking offi ce, and study the resolutions. All the material you need is in this booklet.

    Our Ministry Fair

    Our ministry fair just gets bigger every year. We invite you to walk the concourse, visit the tables, learn about the thriving missions and ministries in our diocese. Th is is a great opportunity for networking and fi nding resources. Th ere are shopping opportunities here (Christmas is coming!), chances to support Episcopal charitable causes, and there are always surprises. Dont forget to visit our very popular diocesan Altar Guild free market, where congregations off er at no charge vestments and equipment they no longer need.

    Th e Ministry Fair opens at 8:30 a.m. Friday and closes after lunch on Saturday.

    The Canley Cup Food Drive

    Each year we off er convention attendees the opportunity to help restock the shelves of food pantries that serve those in need. Our deacons are in charge of this friendly deanery

    Welcome to Our Guest Presenters

    We are delighted that these distinguished speakers from the wider church are joining us as workshop presenters. Please make them feel at home in Southwest Florida!

    BILL BULLOCK, vice president for client services at Church Insurance

    MATTHEW ELLIS, chief executive offi cer, Episcopal Health Ministries

    THE REV. ANGELA S. IFILL, missioner for black ministries at the Episcopal Church Center

    THE REV. JANE GERDSEN, ministry developer for Fresh Expressions, Diocese of Southern Ohio

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    Register First on Friday Morning Locate the registration tables on the concourse of the

    conference center. Diocesan staff will be there to greet you and answer any questions.

    Registration for Friday is alphabetically organized from A to Z. Th ere is no designation for clergy or lay.

    Everyone is listed by individual last name, not by congre-gation or city.

    You will be handed your nametag. If you have pre-select-ed lunch and or dinner, you will be handed a ticket.

    Once you have received these materials, enjoy continental breakfast on the Riverwalk at the north end of the build-ing, visit the ministry fair, and locate your fi rst workshop room.

    Morning Prayer is in Hibiscus Hall at 9 a.m.

    competition, which leads to the awarding of the coveted Canley Cup at each convention.

    We invite you to be generous: Start stocking up now at sales and buy one/get one off er at your supermarket. Tables and scales to receive donations are located at the front entrance doors of the Conference Center. Please bring your contributions in boxes rather than bags (easier to stack and store) and make sure they are clearly marked with the name of your deanery.

    Joan Kline and Maisie Reddy at the 2013 Annual Convention

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    often lead to weariness and burnout as well as specific practices that can lead to greater joy and rest in our churches. Join us for this exciting time of teaching and ministry as we seek Gods joy in our lives and ministries.

    Recommended for congregational leaders (clergy and laity) and anyone interested in learning more about the ministry of healing and reconciliation.

    Presenters: The Rev. Jim Hedman, St. Mary Magdalene, Bradenton; the Very Rev. Doug Scharf, Holy Innocents, Valrico

    FRESH EXPRESSIONS: Incubators of Community

    This workshop offers ways a parish might begin exploring the development of a Fresh Expressions ministry. The Rev. Jane Gerdsen will share her experiences of helping develop unique community experiments in Southern Ohio, and provide you with practical ways to incubate a local, contextually appropriate ministry.

    Recommended for congregational leaders, both clergy and laity.

    Presenter: The Rev. Jane Gerdsen, Diocesan Missioner Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio. Moderator: The Rev. Canon Eric Cooter, Canon for Ministry Development, Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida

    SAFEGUARDING ALL GODS PEOPLE

    This is the standard training to heighten awareness of sexual abuse and harassment of children and youth, seniors, and 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 eucharistic visitors

    Presenter: Diocesan Safe Church team

    MORNING SESSION:

    9:30 a.m. to 12 noon

    THRIFT SHOPS TO AQUATIC CENTERS: Our Non-Worship Offerings and What to Know About Them

    Congregations around our diocese host 25 thrift shops, 10 preschools, nine food pantries, plus cafes, clothes closets, counseling centers, rental homes, pumpkin patches, Christmas-tree lots even aquatic centers.

    Bill Bullock, vice president-client services at Church Insurance, will talk about the insurance concerns we face when we open up our campuses to these and similar non-worship offerings. If your congregation is already operating one of these enterprises or if

    youre thinking about it come hear the dos and donts, the what-to-know, the how-tos. Bring your questions! Then hear from parishioners who are successfully conducting some of these enterprises: how they operate, dos and donts, where the money goes, surprises and learnings.

    This will be a good opportunity for networking and sharing of information and resources. Parish Administration Resource Martha Goodwill will moderate.

    Recommended for: those with financial and insurance oversight and those who

    operate non-worship offerings or are thinking of doing so.Presenter: Bill Bullock, vice president-client services at

    Church Insurance

    HEALING MINISTRY:Restoring Joy: Finding New Strength and Passion for Ministry

    Our congregations are busy with a diversity of ministries and service opportunities. However, too many of our churches are weighed down by anxiety and spiritual fatigue. The constant work of ministry often results in frustration and weariness, which ultimately lead to burnout and despair. But what if there is a different way to do ministry, a way that is motivated and sustained by rest and joy, rather than stress and anxiety? The ancient prophet Nehemiah spoke of the joy of the Lord as his strength and Jesus declared that he came to make our joy complete.

    This workshop will explore the ways in which the ministry of healing and reconciliation can bring about a restoration of joy within our congregations. We will examine the unhealthy patterns that

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    AFTERNOON SESSIONS

    1 to 2:30 p.m.

    RADICAL WELCOME FOR ALL: Pursuing Gods Kingdom

    This workshop will engage participants in conversation about areas in society in which the effects of racism are evident, share perspectives and identify the various ways for interacting with one another and becoming involved in working toward achieving Gods peaceable Kingdom on earth.

    Recommended for all church leaders, both lay and clergy.Presenter: The Rev. Angela S. Ifill, missioner for black

    ministries at the Church Center in New York

    HEALTHY CHURCHES CREATING HEALTHY PEOPLE

    Promoting wellness in our congregations extends beyond caring for our members physical health. A major component is helping our members make wise, spiritually-based choices at all ages and stages of their lives. How do we take the lessons we learn on Sundays and apply them in the decisions we make every day?

    We s t r e n g t h e n o u r congregations when we help each other establish life-giving relationships and manage those that drain us; connect with our children and parents in high-anxiety situations; guide young people into good choices about high-risk behavior; and effectively handle stress on the job (and cope with that annoying co-worker!).

    We support our young people when we help them find their

    way in the adult world of work and responsibility. We honor our elders when we give them tools to protect themselves from abuse. We acknowledge that each of us is created in the image of God when we encourage good habits of diet and exercise that will see us through a long and fulfilling life. All of these are part of healthy spiritual lives for us as individuals and for us as faith communities.

    Learn practical tips for incorporating spiritual wellness into your life. Bring your challenges and share your successes.

    Recommended for chapter members, clergy, parish nurses and those in health ministries, those who work with youth and seniors or in pastoral care.

    Presenter: Matthew Ellis, CEO, Episcopal Health Ministries.

    STREAMING YOUR SERVICE, SIMPLIFIED: Tips and advice on web-based video

    Video is the forefront for evangelism around the world. Today, religious YouTube clips, iPod podcasts and video streams of sermons and worship inspire millions in their daily walk. Our presenters will discuss their methods for recording and streaming services, worship and individual sermons. The case studies include recommendations for camera equipment, pricing and streaming services. These services include Livestream, Ustream, Boxcast and others.

    The Episcopal Church was a pioneer in radio and sponsored some of the first radio broadcasts on station KDKA. As technology evolved and became more expensive, the church did not keep up and was left behind.

    At the session, several scenarios for streaming and recording will be presented, including s t a r ter, one-c a mera recommendations and more elaborate setups. Father Branscombe started with a test of a one-camera stream and now regularly broadcasts services and events. Father Roberts has been using video as part of his BWXP online ministry where Morning Prayer and other sermons and lectures are presented, along with social media. The seminar will be streamed live.

    Recommended for: those who want to start streaming their services; those who already do and want to know more.

    Presenters: The Rev. Dr. Michael Branscombe, Church of the Ascension, Clearwater; and the Rev. Jon Roberts, Calvary, Indian Rocks Beach. Moderator: Garland Pollard, diocesan communications director.

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    AFTERNOON SESSION

    3 to 5 p.m.

    DEVELOPING AND SUSTAINING MISSION RELATIONSHIPS

    Over the last 17 years our diocese has sent more than 1,000 people from churches and deaneries to our companion diocese of the Dominican Republic. Each of these programs has been administered differently, and we will discuss these differences and the challenges to long-term sustainability: maintaining and increasing interest and support among our congregations over the long haul. The success of these programs can be attributed to many factors, but the one constant has always been that the mission is done in partnership with the church and community.

    In this workshop several speakers, including diocesan missionary Karen Carroll, will speak about the basics of successful mission program formation, understanding cultural differences, and how these outreach programs can engage, unify, and strengthen our own congregations. We will discuss how healthy, non-paternalistic mission programs are making significant positive changes in the D.R. and other places in the world today.

    We will explore the role the Dominican Development Group, a 501(c)(3) organization that supports the many programs administered through the Dominican Episcopal Church, has played in these mission programs. The Diocese of Southwest Florida has been an essential supporter of the Dominican Development Group.

    Recommended for those who are already involved in mission work in the Dominican Republic and those who are interested in becoming involved.

    Presenters: Bill Kunkle, executive director, Dominican Development Group; Karen Carroll, Episcopal Missionary, Diocese of the Dominican Republic.

    THE NEW JIM CROW: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness

    The ministries of antiracism, racial reconciliation, and social

    justice are needed to address one of the most inhumane tragedies perpetuated by the United States on her own citizens: mass incarceration. The U.S. represents five percent of the world population yet we hold the dubious distinction of holding 25 percent of the worlds imprisoned population.

    A major contributor to our highly disproportionate imprisonment rate has been the politically inspired war on drugs. A major outcome of this war has been the wildly disproportionate imprisoning of blacks and Latinos on non-violent drug charges, even though research consistently shows blacks and whites use drugs at the same rates.

    This workshop will explore some of the major arguments about how mass incarceration evolved and will consider how we -- in our individual ministries, our churches, and our diocese -- might join the Episcopal Church, other church denominations and the National Council of Churches in addressing this crisis. Workshop participants are invited, but not required, to read in advance the bestselling book that gives this workshop its title The New Jim Crow:Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by law professor Michelle Alexander.

    Recommended for: those who are interested in developing or expanding antiracism, racial reconciliation, prison, social justice, and/or book discussion ministries in their congregations

    Presenter: Dr. Navita Cummings James, Chair, Episcopal Church Executive Council Committee on Antiracism

    WEB CHECKUP: Bring Your Questions and Your Laptop Using Our Tech Checklist

    Do you need help with your parish web presence or social media? Bring your laptop, passwords, photos and videos for a workshop where we answer basic questions about websites, technology and social media. Bring your questions and ideas about websites, web platforms (Wordpress, Wix, Digital Faith), social media, copyright and anything tech. We will distribute a new Church Technology Checkup form, a simple internal questionnaire that will help each parish navigate all the church-relevant aspects of technology. Connect with others in the Diocese who share many of the same issues and are enthusiastic about spreading the Gospel online.

    Recommended for: anyone who works on a parish website, wants to improve a website, and has questions about how-to and how-not-to.

    Presenter: Garland Pollard, Director of Communications

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    Between Sessions, Visit TheMinstry Fair

    On Friday and Saturday of Con-vention, ministries and friends of the Diocese of Southwest Florida set up shop to talk about their work. Th is is a chance to connect and share ideas with Altar Guild, Latino Ministries, Youth and School for Ministry, among dozens of others.

    Pictured here, from the 2013 Convention, are, from left, Gail Ector, Church Relations Coordina-tor for Westminster Communities and the Rev. Linda Morlock. St. Wilfred, Sarasota.

    Winning the Canly Cup 2013Here, the Very Rev. Cesar Olivero, Rector of St. James,

    Port Charlotte and Dean of the Venice Deanery, accepts the Canly Cup trophy from Canon Anne Vickers, Chief Financial Offi cer of the Diocese. Th is is the 5th year that Deaneries have competed for the prize.

    Deacons supervise the collection, which is given to pre-selected food pantries. Note: to make the distribution of food easier for families, the deacons prefer family size canned food, rather than giant restaurant and catering size items.

    ASK THE CHANCELLORS:Frequently Asked Questions SessionWith Chancellors and Vice Chancellors

    Take advantage of 120 minutes of free legal advice from our diocesan chancellor, Ted Tripp, and several of our vice chancellors. Theyll address some Frequently Asked Questions and timely issues, including: What is a congregational council (a chapter, a vestry, a bishops committee), and how do we get one?

    What should we know about the election, duties and standards of church governing boards under national and diocesan canons and state law? What should we know about corporate property issues upon sale, lease or mortgage, and about rental and third-party use of church property? And whats the latest on personnel issues: safeguarding, electronic data, accountability and fi nancial oversight? Th en theyll open it up to your questions.

    Recommended for: Lay leadership, including vestry members and clergy who have responsibilities within congregations.

    Presenter: Th eodore Tripp, Chancellor of the Diocese of Southwest Florida.

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    Forty Sixth Annual Convention The Episcopal Diocese of Southwest FloridaSaturday, October 18, 2014

    Registration and Coffee ....................................................................................................................................... 8 8:50 a.m.Quiet Time before Morning Prayer ................................................................................................................ 8:50 9:00 a.m.Morning Prayer, Rite II: The Rt. Rev. Barry R. Howe, Officiant ................................................................... 9:00 9:30 a.m.Bishops Address.................................................................................................................................... .9:30 10:15 a.m.First Business Session ...................................................................................................................................10:30 11:30 a.m.

    1. Introduction of Visiting Dignitaries ................................................................................. The Rt. Rev. Dabney T. Smith2. Appointments for Convention .......................................................................................... The Rt. Rev. Dabney T. Smith3. Credentials Report ....................................................................................................... The Rev. Canon Michael Durning4. Welcoming St. Anselms Chapel to Convention ...................................................................... The Rev. Alisa Carmichael5. Introduction of New Canonically Resident Clergy ...................................................... The Rev. Canon Michael Durning 6. Introduction of Visiting Guests ................................................................................... The Rev. Canon Michael Durning7. Final Credentials Report .............................................................................................. The Rev. Canon Michael Durning8. Report of the Committee on Dispatch of Business ............................................................... The Rev. Canon Eric Cooter9. Report on Nominations, Elections and Explanation of Process ............................................................ Ms. Sheree Graves10. First Ballot .............................................................................................................................................Ms. Sheree Graves

    Break

    11. Voice Vote Confirmation/Deanery Reps to Diocesan Council ..............................Committee on Dispatch of Business12. Bishop Appoints and Convention Confirms ..............................................................Committee on Dispatch of Business13. Bishops Appointee .....................................................................................................Committee on Dispatch of Business14. Report of Vote ...................................................................................................................................... Ms. Sheree Graves15. Noonday ........................................................................................................ The Rt. Rev. J. Michael Garrison, Officiant16. Necrology ..............................................................................................................................The Rev. Alexander Andujar

    Lunch 12:30 to 1:15 p.m.

    17. Second Ballot ........................................................................................................................................ Ms. Sheree Graves18. Report of the Treasurer and Budget Presentation ................................................................... Canon Anne Vickers, CFO19. Resolutions through Constitution and Canons ................................................. The Very Rev. Becky Robbins-Penniman20. Report of the Resolutions Committee ............................................................................................. Mr. Gregory Hearing21. Report of Vote ...................................................................................................................................... Ms. Sheree Graves22. Third Ballot .......................................................................................................................................... Ms. Sheree Graves23. Announcement: 2015 Diocesan Convention ..............................................................................................Ms. Judy Stark24. Other Resolutions (if necessary) ...................................................................................................... Mr. Gregory Hearing25. Courtesy Resolutions ....................................................................................................................... Mr. Gregory Hearing26. Report of Vote (if necessary) ................................................................................................................. Ms. Sheree Graves27. Closing Prayer and Adjournment ....................................................................................... The Rt. Rev. Dabney T. Smith

    Saturday Convention Agenda

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    Credentials and Seating

    Th e annual business meeting of the diocese requires a separate registration process from Friday. We do this to diff erentiate members of convention (lay and clergy voting delegates) from all other attendees.

    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. Canonically resident retired clergy, who retain seat and voice,

    sit at tables specifi cally designated for them. Th ey do not sit with their former congregations.

    Tables marked Special Guests are set aside for members of Standing Committee, Diocesan Council, Finance Committee, Chancellor and Vice Chancellors, Canon Pastors, Honorary Members of Convention, Visiting Bishops and other designated Special Guests.

    All others are seated in the designated guest gallery. Th ese 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.

    Th e Saturday registration and seating maintain the integrity of the voting system, ensuring that everyone who is on the fl oor 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. Th at 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 fl oor.

    You may not pick up your Saturday voter packets or sign in for the business meeting before Saturday morning. In your voter packet you will fi nd convention information, ballots, tickets for lunch, etc. Name tags for Saturday are specifi cally color-coded as an additional way for us to easily distinguish the credentialed members of convention from our guests.

    Clergy Members of Convention

    Diocesan Canons list six separate distinctions for clergy members of convention. Th e canon that applies to you will be noted on your name tag. Th e preliminary roster was posted online in August so that you have adequate time for review and change requests. It is too late to make status changes on convention weekend.

    Lay Member Change, Alternate to Delegate

    Delegates who know in advance of convention weekend that they will be unable to attend may arrange to have their congregations alternate changed to full delegate status. Th e change form is on the diocesan website along with other convention registration materials. Th is form must be completed and signed by the rector/vicar/priest in charge and senior warden or secretary of the vestry, and mailed to Jan Nothum in the bishops offi ce to be received no later than close of business on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2013,

    For delegate changes on the day of convention (Saturday only), alternates and their rector, vicar, priest-in-charge or interim must visit the credentials table in the registration area. Th e clergy member must sign the change form. If no clergy member from the congregation is present, a clergy member of the bishops staff will verify and sign the change form. At that point the alternates name

    tag will be updated and the alternate will receive a voter packet and will be seated at the congregations table on the fl oor of convention.

    Delegate changes are only permitted prior to the presentation of the fi nal Credentials report (usually this comes about at 10 a.m. on Saturday). After that time no changes in delegate/delegation status may be made.

    Once you have picked up your name tag and voter packet, you are offi cially registered and you alone are responsible for your personal convention materials and ballots. No duplicate materials will be handed out. Your voter packet includes the days 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 fl oor of convention in Hibiscus Hall.

    Saturday Convention Details

    tag will be updated and the alternate will receive a voter packet and

    Registration Process for Seatingat Annual Convention

    Locate the registration table in the concourse of the conference center that corresponds to your standing as an attendee. Th e choices will be clergy/clergy spouse/lay delegate/lay alternate/pre-registered guests/visitors. In each section, there will be alphabetically designated signs atop each table (A-J, K-N, and so on) and you will be shown where to form a line. Make certain you are at the correct table category and in the correct line alphabetically. Everyone is listed by individual name, not by congregation.

    You will be handed your name tag and packet. You will 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 fl oor of convention in Hibiscus Hall. Locate your deanery sign then fi nd the table designated with your church name. Joint Ministry Congregations will be seated together at adjoining tables and marked as such.

    Only voting delegates may sit at these tables. Retired clergy sit at specially designated tables.

    Clergy and laity of St. Lukes, Ft. Myers, at the 2013 Convention. Voting members of convention sit at designated tables.

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    Th e Nominating Committee has the following nominees:

    Election A: Standing Committee, LayElect one lay person to a three-year term Dominick Maldonado, St. Francis,

    Tampa

    Election B: Standing Committee, PresbyterElect two presbyters for a three-year term Th e Rev. Charles E. (Chip) Connelly,

    St. Johns Church Th e Rev. Michael Rowe, St. Marys

    Church, Bonita Springs Th e Rev. Lance Wallace St. Andrews

    Episcopal Church Spring Hill

    Election C: Diocesan Council RepresentativeAt-Large ElectionsElect one presbyter/priest to a two-year, at-large term Th e Very Rev. Becky Robbins-

    Penniman, Church of the Good Shepherd, Dunedin

    Election D: Disciplinary Board, LayElect one lay person to a three-year term Susan Hookom, Church of the

    Annunciation, Holmes Beach

    Election E: Disciplinary Board, ClergyElect two clergy to a three-year term Th e Rev. Dewey E. Brown, Jr., St.

    Marys, Dade City Dcn. Margaret Koor, St.

    Nathaniel, North Port Th e Rev. Jo Popham, St. Nathaniel,

    North Port

    Election F: Trustee at Sewanee, University of the SouthElect one lay trustee to a three-year term Greg Hearing, St. Johns, Tampa David McCallister, St. Catherine,

    Temple Terrace

    Election Overview

    Elections Rules and Highlights

    Additional candidates may be nominated from the fl oor of convention. We are unable to provide biographical information for fl oor nominees because voting takes place immediately after nominations close.

    Take time to study the candidates and their qualifi cations and give prayerful consideration in determining whom you will choose to do the work of the Diocese in the years to come.

    Sandy Albanese of St. Marks, Venice, assisting with ballots and election returns at the 2013 Annual Convention

    Business Session, Seating and Voting

    As you enter Hibiscus Hall, a fl oor manager will direct you to the appropriate area the fl oor of convention or the guests gallery. We do this to assure that only those who are entitled to vote are seated on the voting fl oor of convention. Th is is how we insure the integrity of the vote.

    Votes will be taken throughout the day on a variety of issues. For some votes, you will fi ll 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 maybe taken by a show of red or green cards, which you will receive in your voter packet, along with other offi cial materials. At the appropriate time, hold up red for no and green for yes. Th e fl oor pages will count the cards. We believe this is a more accurate system than a voice vote.

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    RULE I: MAJORITY VOTE REQUIRED

    Unless otherwise specifi ed, 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 fl oor.

    (B) Except for materials accepted for inclusion in the registration packets, no papers, including biographical data for persons running for offi ce, shall be distributed on the tables on the Convention fl oor 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 fi rst 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 Offi cer without debate. If a member wishes to request reconsideration of the decision, it must be requested immediately. Th e Presiding Offi cer shall take such consultation as seems advisable and make a fi nal 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 Offi cer and not to another Member.

    (C) Debate shall be confi ned 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. 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 fi rst 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 fi fteen (15) minutes, except when extended by a two-thirds (2/3) affi rmative vote of the Convention.

    (I) Total debate on any one Resolution, including all proposed amendments thereto, shall be limited to forty-fi ve (45) minutes,

    except when extended by a two-thirds (2/3) affi rmative 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) affi rmative vote, is not debatable, and cannot be amended or reconsidered.

    Rules of Convention

    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 fl oor and wait to be recognized by the chair.

    First state your name and congregation, and then make your comments, which are limited to three minutes. Th en return to your seat.

    Convention works through the agenda, with scheduled breaks and a lunch period. immediately after nominations close.

    Outgoing Standing Committee President Sheree Graves addressing Convention from the oor in 2013

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    Election NomineesElection A: Standing Committee Lay RepresentativeElect one lay person to a three-year term

    Dominick Maldonado St. Francis, Tampa

    Biography: Dominick Maldonado has at-tended and is a member St Francis Episcopal Church in Tampa for the last three years. Originally from New Haven, Connecti-cut, Maldonado has a background in pub-lic health. For the last 25 years, Maldonado worked for the city of New Havens health deparment, coordinating HIV/AIDS ser-vices, education, prevention, advocacy and policy. Maldonado is the secretary for the vestry at St. Francis Episcopal Church. Active in Cursillo, he was a member of the Cursillo Secreatariat, where he helped organize and coordinate the first Hispanic Cursillo in our Diocese, held this past year. Dominick was co-rector, and at the present time is helping organize the second Cursillo, where he is also the co-rec-tor. Dominick also serves on the DaySpring Programming Committee.

    Nominee Statement: I was lost spiritually and Jesus saved me. In the Diocese, the Hispanic population is growing. I am bilingual, bi-cultural and I enjoy working and helping people.

    Election B: Standing Committee PresbyterElect two presbyters to a three-year term

    The Rev. Charles E. Chip Connelly St. Johns, Tampa

    Biography: I did my undergraduate work at the University of North Carolina and then earned an MBA at the Columbia Business School. After an eighteen-year international career with Owens-Illi-nois, I spent fifteen years engaged in vari-ous entrepreneurial endeavors. As a lay person, I was involved in a wide variety of ministries in several Episcopal churches including serving on the Vestry of Christ Church, New Brunswick, NJ, and Senior Warden of St. Johns Church, Tampa. I also served a Trustee of St. Johns School. I graduated from The General Theological Seminary of the Episcopal Church with a Masters Degree in Divinity and returned to St. Johns after being ordained in 2007. I served Saint Johns as Associate Rector and Chaplain to the School from 2007

    until 2013, when I was appointed the Bishops Vicar and then Priest-in-Charge. I was recently elected Rector of the parish and continue to serve as Chaplain to the School. I believe my varied experiences within the church and beyond will inform my work on the Stand-ing Committee in a very constructive way. As with everything I do, I am prepared to devote the time and energy necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the office with excellence.

    Nominee Statement: I have served the Diocese as a past member of the Mens Ministries Clergy Advisory Committee, as an elected member of the Ecclesiastical Court, and as a member of the Lay Pension Plan/Diocesan Health Insurance Task Force, I currently serve on the Commission on Ministry. I serve the wider church as a Trustee and Treasurer of The General Theological Seminary. I also serve on the seminarys Executive Committee, as Chair of the Finance and Operations Commission, and as a member of the In-vestment Committee. I serve the community as a member of the University of South Florida Institutional Review Board, a group that ensures ethical conduct in medical trials involving human subjects. I believe my broad exposure to the wider church, our diocese, the community, and the parish will allow me to contribute to the work of the Standing Committee in very constructive and helpful ways.

    The Rev. Michael Rowe St. Marys, Bonita Springs

    Biography: Raised in Montreal and educated at McGill and Oxford (and later at the University of the South), I have served in Montreal, Bermuda, Maine and Southwest Florida giving me broad experi-ence of our church in different contexts. I was blessed to be nurtured in a Christian home and to come to adult faith through the Anglo-catholic parish of St. John the Evange-list in Montreal. At the same time friends in evangelical and charismatic circles broadened my experience and understanding. I hope this has drawn me to a deep appreciation of the rich variety of Christian faith within our Church and within the whole church. I love to celebrate our faith in Christ, invite others to share it and with them go deeper into the heart of God. I know that God not only makes sense of our lives and helps us live them well; he also gives us the great privilege of working with him in his great adventure of restoring the whole creation. I am a better person for being married to my wife Dianne and sharing with her the joys and tragedies of family life.

    Nominee Statement: I am completing my first term on the Stand-ing Committee. The Standing Committee has a particular respon-sibility for the integrity of our church life. Policy and program are generally developed and implemented elsewhere. The Standing Committee is especially responsible for ensuring that those who are ordained as deacons, priests and bishops are truly called and appro-priately equipped for their ministries and that they have followed the steps that our constitution and canons require. Other issues go to the same point: ensuring that we as a church live up to our standards and practices that we have enacted. The Standing Committee also advises the Bishop, usually (although not necessarily!) at his request.

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    This work requires thoughtful deliberation, attention to detail, fidel-ity to church decisions and standards whatever ones view of them might be and a readiness and ability to hear, understand and con-sider others points of view. I hope I bring these characteristics to the work of the Standing Committee. I have been clerical deputy to General Convention and have served in many capacities in four dioceses in three countries, including Anti-racism Committee, semi-nary lecturer, tutor and examiner, Cursillo Secretariat and Leaders School, Diocesan Council and Episcopal Nominating Committee.

    The Rev. Lance Wallace St. Andrews, Spring Hill

    Biography: I am a second career priest having taught in the public schools. During those years I taught English, drama, TV production and computer repair. I was also the teacher-tech for the high school I served and managed their computers and network. I am happily married to my wife Diane and between us we have 6 adult children and 6 grandchildren. I graduated from Reformed Theological Seminary in 2007 and then from Nashotah House 2010. After graduating from Nashotah House I served as curate at Church of the Redeemer for two years and then accepted the call from St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Spring Hill as priest in charge. My wife and I moved to Spring Hill in January of 2013. I was asked to be the rector in October of 2013. My interests are in early Christian liturgy and theology and in Scripture.

    Nominee Statement: I am interested in serving on the Standing Committee because there is a need and because I want to serve. I am grateful to be in this diocese and would like to respond in my grati-tude by serving this diocese. Perhaps I am particularly qualified for this committee in that it has not been that many years since I myself faced the Standing Committee and as such bring a sympathetic yet fresh perspective.

    Election C: Diocesan Council Representative, At Large, PresbyterElect one priest to a two-year, at-large term

    The Rev. Becky Robbins-Penniman Church of the Good Shepherd, Dunedin

    Biography: Lamb of God Episcopal Church and Consociate Pastor, Lamb of God Lutheran-Episcopal Church, Fort Myers, 2002 to 2010. Ordained 2000,

    Diocese of Southern Ohio. First Career: Attorney; 1979 to 1998, member of the bars of Ohio and Florida and various federal courts; practiced corporate law and securities litigation, including pros-ecuting white collar crime. Activities and Committees, Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida: Diocesan Council; Presbyter Member at Large elected 2012 to present. Dean of the Clearwater Deanery; appointed 2012 to present; Deputy to the General Convention of 2015, elected 2013. Constitution and Canons Committee; appoint-ed 2003; Chair, 2004 to present. Resolutions Committee; appointed 2005 to present; Chair, 2005 to 2008. Commission on Liturgy and Music; appointed 2010 to present. Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio: Interfaith & Ecumenical Relations Commission; appointed 1996; Chair, 1999 to 2002. Diocesan Convention; Parliamentarian, 1999 to 2002. Constitution and Canons Committee; 2001 to 2002. Faith in Life Commission; 2001 to 2002. Anglican Academy, Insti-tute on the Future of the Church; 2001 to 2002. National Church: Member of the Redevelopers Roundtable, 2009 to present.

    Nominee Statement: These are exciting and challenging times for the Episcopal Church. There is a surge of energy, creativity and com-mitment to explore fearlessly the opportunities God is opening to our venerable tradition, and there are many cultural shifts demand-ing realistic rethinking of our assumptions. At the diocesan level, our bishop has outlined ambitious goals as we look toward our 50th anniversary. As the body responsible for managing the temporal af-fairs of the Diocese, Diocesan Council needs to support the bishops goals, find innovative ways of bringing our ancient traditions into fresh expressions of faith; connect congregations and people to work collaboratively; develop and train both lay and clergy leaders; for-mulate best practices and educate parishes; and discern the govern-ing structures and practices that effectively serve the diocesan com-munity as demographic shifts take place. Since I began serving on Council in 2012, I have learned a great deal about the diocese and the issues we are facing and believe that my experience and perspec-tive have been valuable assets to the group. I am eager to serve a second term.

    Election D: Disciplinary Board LayElect one lay person to a three-year term

    Sue HookomChurch of the Annunciation, Holmes Beach

    Biography: I presently am a member of the Disciplinary Board and would like to be elected for another three years. I was a Vestry member for three years, 2009, 2010 and 2011 at Church of the Annunciation, including Senior Warden for one year. I was also part of the search committee that hired our new priest.

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    Election E: Disciplinary Board ClergyElect two clergy to a three-year term

    The Rev. Dewey Brown, St. Marys, Dade City

    Biography: I am currently the rector of St. Marys Dade City, Florida, serving the people of St. Marys since 2009. Prior Po-sitions: Rector of St. Lukes in Haworth, New Jersey, (2003-2009); and assistant rector of St. Johns, Wilmington North Carolina (2001-2003). Since ordination I have served on a wide variety of diocesan committees in the dioceses of Southwest Florida, Newark and East Carolina: Com-mission on Ministry (2010-2014), Chair, Diocesan Nominating Committee (2007-2009); Ecclesiastical Court (2007-2009); Diocesan Working Group on Evangelism (2006-2009); Bishops Nominating Committee (2005-2007); Diocesan Review Committee (2004-2007); Bishops Personnel Committee (2001-2003); Diocesan Executive Council (2001-2003). Prior to seminary, I worked in the banking and fi-nance industry for 19 years concentrating in trust and investments. I am currently pursuing on a Doctorate in Worship studies.

    Nominee Statement: Having previous experience on both an eccle-siastical court and a diocesan review committee, I feel I am qualified to serve the diocese in this capacity. I have kept myself up to date on the Title IV revisions, and if elected will prayerfully do all I can to seek accountability in a manner that seeks to resolve conflicts by promoting healing, repentance, forgiveness, restitution, justice, amendment of life and reconciliation among all involved or affect-ed. (from What is a Disciplinary Board)

    The Rev. Margaret Koor St. Nathaniels, North Port Biography: I am a Deacon at St Nathaniels, North Port. I have lived in North Port since moving in 2002 and was assigned as a deacon in 2003, and continue to serve this area as a deacon. I have established a parish nurse program as well as other diaconal duties. I have had to take a leave from direct altar service for the past year due to a medical injury but happy to report that I am now back in part time service. I am from Rhode Island and have three children, four grandchildren and other step grandchildren and step- great grandchildren, and I love them all. I am a Registered Nurse, graduating from a diploma school in New London, Conn., class of 1965. I have worked in psychiatric, obstetrics and hospice, the largest portion being labor and delivery. When I was working at Sarasota Memorial Hospital I was on the Ethics committee, giving me insight into the person based needs and rights. At the present time I am retired from working full time in the medical field but do maintain a parish nurse program at church which is my passion for Gods people.

    Nominee Statement: I have served on the Ecclestical court/ Disciplinary

    board for the majority of my Diaconal years, serving on the court when the first Title IV case was tried, offering me much experience and insight. I feel that all of Gods people need to be protected and loved in the proper balance for the growth of our souls. I was ordained a Deacon in 1992 and served at Nativity and St. Boniface in Sarasota and St Nathaniels, North Port. Church of the Holy Spirit, Osprey was my church that supported me through the diaconal process. I have served on middle school activities, Happening and Cursillo, approximately 25 teams. I find encouraging youth to follow their call is one of the high-lights of my service. Through the years I have gathered experience and knowledge of people that I can, in turn, evaluate their needs and to determine what is best for them and the church. Today we have many ways that God can be glorified and many that can cause harm, I feel that I can offer my discernment in some way on the Disciplinary board.

    The Rev. Jo Popham St. Nathaniels, North Port

    Biography: The Rev. Jo Popham is a cradle Episcopalian and a 21st century priest serv-ing as Priest in Charge at St. Nathaniels in North Port. While working in the law depart-ments of CBS and the Motion Picture Asso-ciation of America in Washington, D.C., she developed legal expertise in broadcast law in the areas of equal employment opportunity and regulatory compliance, and copyright enforcement. She has studied and researched and has a growing understanding of Canon Law. She is a compassionate priest and loyal friend of the church and has been active in Diocesan affairs every-where she has served. She was the sole priest for nearly five years at St. Andrews in Calgary, Alberta, prior to moving to the Diocese of Southwest Florida.

    Nominee Statement: As a member of the Disciplinary Board she would be equally sensitive to the concern and pain of complainants as to the letter and spirit of the law expressed in the Canons and wary of frivolous accusations. She is a trainer of trainers of Safeguarding Gods Children and interprets that as the care of children of all ages, cradle to grave, lay and ordained.

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    Election F: Trustee, University of the SouthElect one lay trustee to a three-year term

    Greg Hearing, St. Johns, Tampa

    Biography: Biography: Gregory A. Hearing is Managing Partner at the Tampa law fi rm of Th ompson, Sizemore, Gonzalez & Hearing. A parishioner at St. Johns and former student at the St. Johns Parish Day School. He and wife Kams four sons, Nicholas (2013), Zachary (2016), Noah (2017), and Caden Hearing (2019), all attend St. Johns. Diocesan activities include Vice Chancellor of the Diocese of Southwest Floridas Tampa Deanery for labor, employment and other legal matters since 1991; chair, Resolutions Committee 2010-present.; Diocesan Denominational Health Plan and Lay Pension Plan Committee 2011; St. Johns Parish Day School Board of Trustees, 2004-10 (Vice Chair 2009-10) and 2012-present (Chair 2014-2015). Other community activities include Boy and Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay, Inc., Board of Directors, 2008-present; President of Corporate Board, March 2012-March 2014; Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Tampa, Inc., President, Board of Directors, 2005 and Bright Horizons of Tampa, Inc., President, Board of Directors, 1995.

    Nominee Statement: I am a 1986 graduate of Sewanee. My years at Sewanee shaped my actions for the past 25 years. I have been involved with Sewanee since my graduation. At the 2011 Annual Convention, I was elected as Lay Trustee for Sewanee representing the Diocese, and would like to continue in a second term. I would be both honored and humbled to serve again as a trustee on behalf of our Diocese. Th ank you for your time and consideration.

    David R. McCallister St. Catherine, Temple Terrace Biography: A cradle Episcopalian, I was born and raised in Miami, educated at St. Marks School, Southborough MA, and Winchester College, England. I have been a Vestryman, and Senior Warden, and have served the Diocese on the Board of Directors of the Episcopal student center at USF, and as a member of the Ecclesiastical Court and later on the Disciplinary Board. I know parish life and the Church; and I know education. My undergraduate degree is in history, from Emory University, and my JD is from Stetson Law School. I am currently in private practice of law in Zephyrhills, FL. I have attended Diocesan courses for clergy development. I believe it is important that I follow not only the trends of theological education, but undergraduate as well. When this position periodically arises, I have actively sought the offi ce, and have introduced myself at several Deanery Convocations. I have received much support in the past from across the Diocese, for which I am grateful. I humbly thank

    VOTING PROCEDURES AND HINTSYou will need three items in order to ll out your ballot properly: The candidates list; the ballot and a No. 2 pencil. On the candidates list, youll notice each candidate has a unique number in front of their name. To vote for a speci c candidate, nd their name on the candidates list and note that candidates number.

    On the ballot, ll in the bracket with the number that corresponds with the candidates number. Fill the bracket in completely.

    Please, no circles, check marks or other stray marks on the ballot. Ballots that are marked incorrectly will not be counted.

    those who have encouraged me to reapply and try again because they want to be heard, and they think I may have the voice for them. Im willing to try.

    Nominee Statement: Th is position is very important. But often it is treated as a minor offi ce, or reward for either alumnus status or previous service. If the Church is to address the proper education for its clergy, we need to be actively mindful of the atmosphere we develop at our institutions. Perspective is needed. Sewanee is a Southern school with a distinct and Episcopal heritage. Th ese things are often under attack by those inimical to our culture, and heedless of consequences. My primary goal is communication of our shared concerns to the Board; and, in turn, communication back of what is going on at Sewanee. To make appropriate contributions to the ongoing considerations we must be kept informed not only of what happened, but also whats coming up. Because of my background I also hope to present a traditional Anglican point of view into the discussions about our shared institution. I believe our common future should be informed by our common past. It is a duty to lead when one has the capacity and capability, and not to be a rubber-stamp or a token fi gurehead. It would be an honor to serve the Diocese as one of your Trustees.

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    Election A

    Standing Committee Lay

    Elect One Lay Person to a Three-year Term

    1. Dominick Maldonado, St. Francis, Tampa

    2. ____________________________

    3. ____________________________

    4. ____________________________

    5. ____________________________

    6. ____________________________

    7. ____________________________

    8. ____________________________

    Election B

    Standing Committee Presbyter

    Elect Two Presbyters to a Three-year Term

    1. The Rev. Chip Connelly, St. Johns, Tampa

    2. The Rev. Michael Rowe, St. Marys Church, Bonita Springs

    3. The Rev. Lance Wallace, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Spring Hill

    4. ____________________________

    5. ____________________________

    6. ____________________________

    7. ____________________________

    8. ____________________________

    Voting WorksheetsUse these worksheets to know which candidates are on the ballot

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    Election C

    Diocesan Council, At Large

    Elect One Presbyter to a Three-year Term

    1. The Rev. Becky Robbins-Penniman, Church of Good Shepherd, Dunedin

    2. ____________________________

    3. ____________________________

    4. ____________________________

    5. ____________________________

    6. ____________________________

    7. ____________________________

    8. ____________________________

    Election D

    Disciplinary Board Lay

    Elect One Lay Person to a Three-year Term

    1. Susan Hookom, Church of the Annunciation, Holmes Beach

    2. ____________________________

    3. ____________________________

    4. ____________________________

    5. ____________________________

    6. ____________________________

    7. ____________________________

    8. ____________________________

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    Election E

    Disciplinary Board, Clergy

    Elect Two Clergy to a Three-year Term

    1. The Rev. Dewey E. Brown, Jr., St. Marys, Dade City

    2. Dcn. Margaret Koor, St. Nathaniels, North Port

    3. The Rev. Jo Popham, St. Nathaniels, North Port

    4. ____________________________

    5. ____________________________

    6. ____________________________

    7. ____________________________

    8. ____________________________

    Election F

    Trustee, University of the South

    Elect One Lay Trustee to a Three-year Term

    1. Greg Hearing, St. Johns, Tampa

    2. David McCallister, St. Catherine, Temple Terrace

    3. ____________________________

    4. ____________________________

    5. ____________________________

    6. ____________________________

    7. ____________________________

    8. ____________________________

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    Presented ResolutionsResolution 2014-1: Resolution to Amend Diocesan Canon Regarding Bishop Gray InnsOffered by Diocesan Committee on Constitution and Canons, voting electronically on July 21st, 2014:

    Resolution 2014-1 Resolution to Amend Diocesan Canon Regarding Bishop Gray Inns. Offered by Diocesan Committee on Constitution and Canons, voting electronically on July 21st, 2014: RESOLVED, by the 46th Annual Convention of the Diocese of Southwest Florida meeting at Punta Gorda on the 18th day of October, 2014: That the Canons of the Diocese of Southwest Florida be amended as follows: Canon XIX Related Organizations

    [No changes to Sections 1 or 2] Section 3. The Convention annually shall elect persons who are clergy Members of Convention or electors of a Congregation for

    a. Any open terms or offices to be filled by representatives from this Diocese as specified by the charter, articles of incorporation or by-laws of Bishop Gray Inns, also known as the William Crane Gray Inn for Older People.

    b. any open terms or offices to be filled by representatives from this Diocese as specified by the charter, articles of incorporation or by-laws of the University of the South (Sewanee) to serve as trustees of that institution.

    Explanation:

    Article IV, Section 5 of the Constitution of the Diocese of Southwest Florida provides as follows:

    This Diocese specifically recognizes the continuation of the Trustees of the Diocese of South Florida, the Endowment Fund Corporation of South Florida; and the William Crane Gray Inn for Older People solely for the purpose of the operation of such entities and the orderly liquidation of this Dioceses interest therein. Representation from this Diocese to such entities shall be provided by action of the Diocesan Council.

    The canon relating to election of people to serve as representatives of the diocese to the William Crane Gray Inn for Older People, also known as Bishop Grays Inn, has been in place for many years. However, it is not in compliance with Article IV, Section 5 of the Dioceses Constitution. Thus, the canon should be eliminated.

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    Episcopal Diocese of Southwest FloridaThe 2015 Diocesan Budget Process and Reporting

    * The Office of the Bishop staff communicated with a variety of diocesan leaders regarding individual line items.* The Endowment Fund Board determined the 2015 spending rule per the Endowment Fund Policy. Funds available for

    distribution are determined by using a total return principal. The approved spending rate for 2015 is 4.5% of the three-year rolling average market value of the corpus ending in June 2014. This releases a total of $334,919 from restricted and designated invested funds for use in 2015.

    * The Finance Committee reviewed draft budgets in their July and August meetings, and recommend the final draft to Council.

    * Diocesan Council approved the final budget at their August 16, 2014 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. Operating Budget - Summary (one page summary of the operating budget)B. Operating Budget - Detail (detailed operating budget)C. Capital Budget (summary of diocesan operating and capital reserve activity)D. Designated Funds (summary of the activity of the council-designated funds)E. Restricted Funds (summary of the activity of the individual donor-restricted funds)F. Apportionment Schedule (detailed schedule of 2015 apportionment amounts which fund the diocesan budget, by church)G. Apportionment Clarification (detailed definition of the apportionment calculation in our diocese)H. Parochial Report Analysis (comparison of parochial report totals for 2012 and 2013)

    This diocesan budget is the product of a thorough, deliberate process of conversations that include the diocesan community through Diocesan Council, committees and other leaders. While truly a year-long process, the budgeting work formally begins in June and continues through final presentation in October.

    2015 Diocesan Budget

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    Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida2015 Operating Budget Summary

    2014 Budget 2015 Budget $ % INCOME Apportionment 3,178,072$ 3,237,861$ 59,789$ Investment Income 6,785$ 6,785$ -$ Income Released from Restricted/Designated Funds-General (a) 11,334$ 63,367$ 52,033$

    INCOME 3,196,191$ 3,308,013$ 111,822$ 3%

    EXPENSES Congregational Support and Development Seminarian Transition 25,743$ 9,132$ (16,611)$ -65% Deanery 7,000$ 7,000$ -$ 0% Congregation Leadership Development 32,000$ 32,000$ -$ 0% Mission and Congregational Development 293,349$ 168,031$ (125,318)$ -43% Uncollectable Apportionment Allowance 190,684$ 161,893$ (28,791)$ -15% Total Congregational Support and Development 548,775$ 378,056$ (170,720)$ -31%

    Ministry Ministry Development 38,814$ 34,086$ (4,728)$ -12% Cultural & Ethnic Ministries 115,000$ 115,000$ -$ 0% Recovery Ministries 13,800$ 13,800$ -$ 0% DaySpring Program Development 63,000$ 55,000$ (8,000)$ -13% Youth, Young Adult and Families 145,000$ 126,000$ (19,000)$ -13% Beyond Diocese 613,956$ 698,630$ 84,674$ 14% Total Ministry 989,570$ 1,042,516$ 52,947$ 5%

    Administration Administration 370,732$ 363,011$ (7,721)$ -2% Cemetery 3,800$ 3,739$ (61)$ -2% DaySpring Episcopal Center 110,000$ 100,000$ (10,000)$ -9% Bishop Discretionary -$ -$ -$ 0% Investments -$ -$ -$ 0% Personnel 1,144,976$ 1,395,970$ 250,994$ 22% Retired Personnel 28,338$ 24,722$ (3,616)$ -13% Total Administration 1,657,846$ 1,887,442$ 229,596$ 14%

    EXPENSES 3,196,191$ 3,308,014$ 111,823$ 3%

    NET 0$ (0)$ (0)$

    Notesa. Income released from restricted or designated accounts that is restricted to a particular expense category is presented with the expense (see detailed budget).

    2014-15 Change

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    Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida2015 Operating Budget Details

    Accounts 2014 Budget 2015 Budget $ %INCOME Apportionment 570000 - Operating Apportionment 2,953,100$ 2,953,079$ (21)$ 570050 - Capital Apportionment 224,972$ 284,782$ 59,811$ Total Apportionment 3,178,072$ 3,237,861$ 59,789$ 2% Investment Income 570200 - Investment Income 6,785$ 6,785$ -$ Total Investment Income 6,785$ 6,785$ -$ Transfers of Released Income (a) 572000 - Released from Restricted Funds-General 11,334$ 63,367$ 52,033$ Total Transfers 11,334$ 63,367$ 52,033$

    TOTAL INCOME 3,196,191$ 3,308,013$ 111,822$ 3%

    EXPENSES Congregational Support and Development Seminarian Transition 572002 - Released from Restricted Funds-Seminarian Transition (13,007)$ (13,368)$ (361)$ 582180- Seminarian Transition/Deployment 38,750$ 22,500$ (16,250)$ Total Seminarian Transition 25,743$ 9,132$ (16,611)$ -65% Deanery 583350 - Deanery Support 7,000$ 7,000$ -$ Total Deanery 7,000$ 7,000$ -$ 0% Congregation Leadership Development 580492 - Congregation Education 10,000$ 10,000$ -$ 580491 - Fresh Start (Transition) Programming 6,000$ 6,000$ -$ 581400 - Stewardship Programming 5,000$ 5,000$ -$ 583340 - Meetings 11,000$ 11,000$ -$ Total Congregation Leadership Development 32,000$ 32,000$ -$ 0% Mission and Congregational Development 572003 - Released from Restricted Funds-Mission (34,335)$ (46,534)$ (12,199)$ 572001 - Released from Designated Funds-Mission (47,317)$ (55,435)$ (8,118)$ 580493 - Congregation Expertise Support 45,000$ 45,000$ -$ 581020 - Congregation Aid 150,000$ 130,000$ (20,000)$ 581265 - New Mission Investment-Program 80,000$ 15,000$ (65,000)$ 581266 - New Mission Investment-Personnel 100,000$ 80,000$ (20,000)$ Total Mission and Congregational Development 293,349$ 168,031$ (125,318)$ -43% (note f) Uncollectable Apportionment Allowance 570100 - Uncollectable Apportionments 177,186$ 147,654$ (29,532)$ 570101 - Uncollectable Capital Apportionment 13,498$ 14,239$ 741$ Total Uncollectable Apportionment Allowance 190,684$ 161,893$ (28,791)$ -15% Total Congregational Support and Development 548,775$ 378,056$ (170,720)$ -31%

    Ministry Ministry Development 573750 - School for Ministry Development Revenue (8,000)$ (4,000)$ 4,000$ 582121 - School for Ministry Dev Expense* 8,000$ 4,000$ (4,000)$ 582150 - Education for Ministry 2,000$ 2,000$ -$ 572004 - Released from Restricted Fund - Seminarian (26,686)$ (28,914)$ (2,228)$ 582160 - Seminarian Support 52,500$ 50,000$ (2,500)$ 580720 - Clergy Spouse Association 5,000$ 5,000$ -$ 582190 - Commission on Ministry 6,000$ 6,000$ -$ Total Ministry Development 38,814$ 34,086$ (4,728)$ -12% Cultural & Ethnic Ministries 582194 - Cultural & Ethnic Ministries 115,000$ 115,000$ -$ Total Cultural & Ethnic Ministries 115,000$ 115,000$ -$ 0%

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    Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida2015 Operating Budget Details

    Accounts 2014 Budget 2015 Budget $ %2014-15 Change

    Recovery Ministries 573900 - Recovery Ministries Revenue (18,000)$ (18,000)$ -$ 584030 - Recovery Ministries Expense* 31,800$ 31,800$ -$ Total Recovery Ministries 13,800$ 13,800$ -$ 0% DaySpring Program Development 582400 - Program Development 63,000$ 55,000$ (8,000)$ Total DaySpring Program Development 63,000$ 55,000$ (8,000)$ -13% Youth, Young Adult and Families 573500 - Youth Program Revenues (50,000)$ (50,000)$ -$ 580850 - Youth Programs Expense* 100,000$ 110,000$ 10,000$ 582182 - Youth Program Personnel Support 24,000$ 2,000$ (22,000)$ (note g) 582179 - E.Y.E./Prov. Youth and Young Adult Events 6,000$ 4,000$ (2,000)$ 572007 - Released from Restricted Fund - SCF Chaplaincy (1,136)$ (1,168)$ (32)$ 582195 - USF Chapel Center 15,000$ 12,000$ (3,000)$ 582196 - College Ministry Programming 31,136$ 12,168$ (18,968)$ 582197 - College Ministry Personnel -$ 22,000$ 22,000$ 585218 - General Young Adult and Family Ministry Programming 20,000$ 15,000$ (5,000)$ Total Youth, Young Adult and Families 145,000$ 126,000$ (19,000)$ -13% Beyond Diocese 584010 - Episcopal Networks & Travel 5,000$ 5,000$ -$ 585010 - Episcopal Church Asking 548,083$ 580,474$ 32,391$ 585015 - Millenium Development Goals 17,373$ 18,156$ 783$ 585080 - Episcopal Relief & Development 5,000$ 5,000$ -$ 585020 - Province IV - Support 8,500$ 10,000$ 1,500$ 585030 - Sewanee - University of the South 5,000$ 5,000$ -$ 585050 - General Conv/Synod Expenses 10,000$ 60,000$ 50,000$ 585060 - Dominican Development Group 15,000$ 15,000$ -$ Total Beyond Diocese 613,956$ 698,630$ 84,674$ 14% Total Ministry 989,570$ 1,042,516$ 52,947$ 5%

    Administration Administration 583300 - Office Expenses 26,000$ 26,000$ -$ 583315 - Maintenance, Housekeeping, Repairs 22,256$ 23,574$ 1,318$ 583310 - Utilities 26,640$ 28,892$ 2,252$ 583302 - Background check expense 3,000$ 3,000$ -$ 583306 - Depreciation Expense 126,336$ 104,545$ (21,791)$ 581230 - Church Real Estate Taxes 500$ 1,000$ 500$ 583330 - Insurance 38,000$ 38,000$ -$ 583335 - Legal and Auditing 30,000$ 30,000$ -$ 583336 - Banking and Professional Fees 4,000$ 4,000$ -$ 583360 - Diocesan Convention 35,000$ 35,000$ -$ 582100 - Diocesan Liturgy Support 3,000$ 3,000$ -$ 583600 - Publication Costs and Website 30,000$ 40,000$ 10,000$ 583325 - Postage 8,000$ 8,000$ -$ 583345 - Equipment and Software 3,000$ 3,000$ -$ 583601 - Bishop Endowment Appeal 15,000$ 15,000$ -$ Total Administration 370,732$ 363,011$ (7,721)$ -2% Cemetery 572060 - Released from Restricted Fund - St. Barth's Cemetery (2,200)$ (2,261)$ (61)$ 599040 - St. Bartholomew's Cemetery 6,000$ 6,000$ -$ Total Cemetery 3,800$ 3,739$ (61)$ -2% DaySpring Episcopal Center 583410 - DaySpring Capital Support 110,000$ 100,000$ (10,000)$ Total DaySpring Episcopal Center 110,000$ 100,000$ (10,000)$ -9%

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    Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida2015 Operating Budget Details

    Accounts 2014 Budget 2015 Budget $ %2014-15 Change

    Bishop Discretionary 572005 - Released from Restricted Funds-Bishop Discretionary (17,027)$ (17,285)$ (258)$ 573300 - Donations to Discretionary Fund (10,000)$ (10,000)$ -$ 599090 - Bishop Discretionary - Miscellaneous 27,027$ 27,285$ 258$ Total Bishop Discretionary -$ -$ -$ 0% Investments 583308 - Unrealized (Gain) Loss on Invest. -$ -$ -$ Total Investments -$ -$ -$ 0% Personnel The Episcopate 580100 - Bishop - Stipend 99,061$ 102,032$ 2,971$ 580150 - Bishop - Housing 68,049$ 70,090$ 2,041$ 580200 - Bishop - Insurance 20,895$ 21,015$ 120$ 580250 - Bishop - Pension 30,080$ 30,982$ 902$ 580300 - Bishop - Professional Exp. 30,000$ 30,000$ -$ 580310 - Bishop - Continuing Ed. 3,000$ 3,000$ -$ 580370 - Office of the Bishop 5,500$ 5,500$ -$ 580900 - Assisting Bishops - Stipend 15,837$ 16,000$ 163$ 580910 - Assisting Bishops - Prof Exp 5,000$ 8,000$ 3,000$

    277,421$ 286,619$ 9,198$Mission and Ministry

    580400 - Canon to the Ordinary - Stipend 62,529$ 72,645$ 10,116$ 580410 - Canon to the Ordinary - Housing 50,187$ 51,692$ 1,505$ 580420 - Canon to the Ordinary - Insurance 18,720$ 18,840$ 120$ 580430 - Canon to the Ordinary - Pension 20,289$ 22,381$ 2,092$ 580440 - Canon to the Ordinary - Prof Exp 15,000$ 12,000$ (3,000)$ 584xxx - Canon for Ministry Dev - Stipend -$ 48,581$ 48,581$ 584xxx - Canon for Ministry Dev - Housing -$ 20,000$ 20,000$ 584xxx - Canon for Ministry Dev - Insurance -$ 24,860$ 24,860$ 584xxx - Canon for Ministry Dev - Pension -$ 12,345$ 12,345$ 584xxx - Canon for Ministry Dev - Prof Exp -$ 10,000$ 10,000$ 584400 - Canon for Mission - Stipend 57,158$ 59,001$ 1,843$ 584410 - Canon for Mission - Housing 20,269$ 19,200$ (1,069)$ 584420 - Canon for Mission - Insurance 17,702$ 18,974$ 1,272$ 584430 - Canon for Mission - Pension 13,937$ 13,937$ -$ 584440 - Canon for Mission - Prof Exp 10,000$ 10,000$ -$ 582201 - Dio Youth/DS Programming - Stipend -$ 26,000$ 26,000$ 582202 - Dio Youth/DS Programming - Housing -$ -$ -$ 582203? - Dio Youth/DS Programming - Insurance -$ 9,200$ 9,200$ 582204 - Dio Youth/DS Programming - Pension -$ 9,000$ 9,000$ 582205 - Dio Youth/DS Programming - Prof Exp -$ 5,000$ 5,000$ 583201 - Staff - M&M-Compensation 125,210$ 128,966$ 3,756$ 583211 - Staff - M&M-PR Taxes 9,579$ 9,866$ 287$ 583221 - Staff - M&M-Insurance 17,932$ 19,888$ 1,956$ 583231 - Staff - M&M-Pension 12,521$ 12,897$ 376$ 583241 - Staff - M&M-Prof Exp 3,500$ 1,500$ (2,000)$

    454,533$ 636,772$ 182,239$Finance and Administration

    583100 - CFO - Compensation 97,463$ 108,627$ 11,164$ 583110 - CFO - PR Taxes 7,456$ 8,310$ 854$ 583120 - CFO - Insurance 225$ 24,995$ 24,770$ 583130 - CFO - Pension 9,746$ 10,863$ 1,116$ 583140 - CFO - Prof. Expenses 12,000$ 12,000$ -$ 583200 - Staff - Finance&Admin-Compensation 164,145$ 194,971$ 30,826$ 583210 - Staff - Finance&Admin-PR Taxes 12,557$ 13,003$ 446$ 583220 - Staff - Finance&Admin-Insurance 37,407$ 40,814$ 3,407$ 583230 - Staff - Finance&Admin-Pension 16,415$ 16,997$ 583$ 583540 - Staff - Finance&Admin-Prof Exp 4,000$ 4,000$ -$ 580510 - Pastors to Clergy & Fam - Stipend 28,664$ -$ (28,664)$ 580530 - Pastors to Clergy & Fam - Professional Exp 3,000$ 5,000$ 2,000$ 584700 - Dev/Stewardship/Canon Pastor - Stipend 14,944$ 28,000$ 13,056$ 584740 - Dev/Stewardship/Canon Pastor - Prof Exp 5,000$ 5,000$ -$

    413,022$ 472,580$ 59,558$ Total Personnel 1,144,976$ 1,395,970$ 250,994$ 22% (note h)

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    Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida2015 Operating Budget Details

    Accounts 2014 Budget 2015 Budget $ %2014-15 Change

    Retired Personnel 572006 - Released from Restricted Funds-Retirement (70,370)$ (70,370)$ -$ 580700 - Health Insurance Benefit for Retired Clergy 92,708$ 89,092$ (3,616)$ 580710 - Retirement Benefits 6,000$ 6,000$ -$ Total Retired Personnel 28,338$ 24,722$ (3,616)$ -13% Total Administration 1,657,846$ 1,887,442$ 229,596$ 14%

    Total EXPENSES 3,196,191$ 3,308,014$ 111,823$ 3%

    Net Total 0$ (0)$ (0)$

    Notes(223,413)$ (298,702)$

    b. Total of income and expense related to capital (24,863)$ 65,998$

    c. Investment in new missions (church planting) -$ 95,000$

    d. Funds that go to DaySpring Episcopal Center budget for programming 233,800$ 230,800$

    e. Funds that go to church budgets for operations 233,750$ 197,500$

    f. Eric Cooter, Canon for Ministry Development moved to Personnel sectiong. Diocesan Youth Coordinator moved to Personnel sectionh. Includes Canon for Ministry Development, Diocesan Youth/DS Programming positions moved from other areas of budget

    a. Total amount released from Restricted/Designated (presented alongside the expense line)

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    Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida2015 Diocesan Operating and Capital Reserves

    OperatingReserves

    CapitalReserves (1)

    TotalReserves

    Cash Reserves 6/30/2014 1,212,289$ 287,208$ 1,499,498$

    Projected Cash Inflow through December 2015: Diocesan Depreciation - July-Dec 2014 -$ 52,788$ 52,788$ Diocesan Depreciation in 2015 Budget -$ 104,545$ 104,545$ Apportionment Loans Payments through Dec 2015 123,149$ -$ 123,149$Total Projected Cash Inflow 123,149$ 157,333$ 280,482$

    Projected Cash Outflow through December 2015: DaySpring Development (2) -$ (45,000)$ (45,000)$ Equipment -$ (3,000)$ (3,000)$ Vehicle Trade In -$ (15,000)$ (15,000)$Total Projected Cash Outflow -$ (63,000)$ (63,000)$

    Net Total at Year End 2015 (3) 1,335,438$ 381,542$ 1,716,980$

    1. Funded by depreciation amount plus any additional gifts to diocesan capital2. 2015 capital budgeting to be determined after master planning process in 2014 ($45k is cost of master planning)3. Target is 6 months of operating revenue ($1.6M)

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    Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida2015 Budget - Designated FundsThese are funds grouped according to designations approved by Diocesan Council.

    6/30/2014 Balance Rate

    Budgeted 2015

    Distribution Income Released to:

    EndowmentsDaySpring Endowment 707,095$ 4.5% (d) 22,977$ DaySpringEpiscopal Charities Endowment 682,025$ 4.5% (d) 22,164$ EC Grants

    1,389,120$ 45,142$

    Mission FundMission Fund 1,705,858$ 4.5% (d) 55,435$ Operating Budget

    Revolving Loan FundNotes Receivable 2,292,073$ 3%-4.25% 68,762$ Reinvested into RLF FundCash Available 1,092,775$ 3.00% 32,783$ Reinvested into RLF Fund

    3,384,848$ 101,545$

    Total Designated Funds 6,479,825$ 202,122$

    Notesa. Total to Operating Budget 55,435$ b. Total to Designated Funds 101,545$ c. Total Out to Third Party 45,142$

    202,122$

    d. Approved spending rule: 4.5% of the trailing 3 year average balance

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    Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida2015 Budget - Restricted Funds

    These are funds legally restricted by the donor's wishes.

    Restriction Category / Fund Name 6/30/2014 Balance Rate

    Budgeted 2015

    Distribution Income Released to:

    Congregation LoansFlagler (St Mary, Tampa, Available funds) 111,786$ 0.00% -$Rev. Cap.Loan (St Mark, Tampa) 935,396$ 3.00% 28,062$

    1,047,182$ 28,062$ Revolving Loan Fund

    Bishop DiscretionaryTulane (part A-St Mark Tampa loan) 431,284$ 3.00% 12,939$ Operating BudgetTulane (part B-Endowment) 133,738$ 4.5% (c) 4,346$

    565,022$ 17,285$

    UnderprivilegedSmith 130,444$ 4.5% (c) 4,239$ Operating Budget

    MissionsFoster 18,483$ 4.5% (c) 601$Plumley 12,455$ 4.5% (c) 405$Leach 786,014$ 4.5% (c) 25,543$Slemaker 592,451$ 4.5% (c) 19,253$Evans 50% 22,557$ 4.5% (c) 733$

    1,431,960$ 46,534$ Operating Budget

    Theological EducationLindsey 501,148$ 4.5% (c) 16,286$Evans 50% 22,557$ 4.5% (c) 733$Greene 195,856$ 4.5% (c) 6,365$Mochino 123,459$ 4.5% (c) 4,012$Hall 46,728$ 4.5% (c) 1,519$

    889,748$ 28,914$ Operating Budget

    College ChaplaincyKiely SCF Chaplaincy Fund 35,939$ 4.5% (c) 1,168$ Operating Budget

    Benefit of elderlyArchambault 1,030,138$ 4.5% (c) 33,476$Ross 1,135,305$ 4.5% (c) 36,894$

    2,165,443$ 70,370$ Operating Budget

    CemeterySt Bartholomew Cemetery 69,581$ 4.5% (c) 2,261$ Operating Budget

    OtherHubbs 411,369$ 4.5% (c) 13,368$

    Johnson (50% goes to Ascension) 224,009$ 4.5% (c) 3,640$Blacktop 30,613$ 4.5% (c) 995$Werk 1,576,323$ 4.5% (c) 51,227$SWFL Endowment-Unrestricted 17,439$ 4.5% (c) 567$

    Dunning -$ Fixed 2,700$2,259,752$ 72,496$ Operating Budget

    Total Restricted Funds 8,595,073$ 271,329$

    Benefitial Interest in Bishop Gray Retirement Foundation

    Notesa. Total to Operating Budget 243,267$b. Total to Designated Funds 28,062$

    271,329$

    c. Approved spending rule: 4.5% of the trailing 3 year average balance

    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 12/31/2013, the total assets of the Foundation were $12,020,052.

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