58th Diocesan Convention
Ramkota Hotel and Convention Center
Friday, Sept 27 - Saturday, Sept 28, 2024 | Casper, Wyoming
REGISTRATION
Churches can register a delegation of up to 5 people if you have more in your delegation you will need to submit an additional form. Individuals/guests can register and pay for themselves.
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Click here to register or fill in the form to the right.
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If you are unable to register online, please contact Kira Bachus at Kira@episcopalwy.org or 265-5200.
Convention Tentative Schedule
Friday, September 27
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9:00 am: Check-in
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10:00 am: Optional Budget and Resolutions Hearings
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11:30 am: Convention Begins
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12:30 pm: Foundation Lunch
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2:00 pm: Keynote by The Most Reverend Michael B. Curry
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5:00 pm: Worship (Mike Lansing Field)
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6:30 pm: Episcopal Relief and Development Banquet
Saturday, September 28
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8:00 am: Worship (St. Mark’s)
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10:30 am: Inspirational Breakout Sessions
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12:00 pm: Business Meeting
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1:30 pm: Inspirational Breakout Sessions
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4:00 pm: Social Hour
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5:00 pm: Closing Banquet
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LOGISTICS
Hotel Information:
To make your hotel reservations, please call the Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center at 307-266-6000. Please have guests reference Episcopal Church in Wyoming when calling.
BUSINESS
Open Positions - Click here to run for the following positions
Meet the Candidates - Nominations Panel
Tuesday, Sept 10th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
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DIOCESAN COUNCIL
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One (1) lay person (3 year term)
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One (1) clergy person (3 year term)
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One (1) clergy person (2 year term)
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One (1) Youth Delegate (1 year term)
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FOUNDATION BOARD
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One (3 year term)
STANDING COMMITTEE
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One (1) lay person (3 year term)
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One (1) clergy person (3 year term)
DISCIPLINARY BOARD
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Two (2) lay person (3 year term)
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One (1) lay person (1 year term)
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Two (2) clergy person (3 year term)
Resolutions
Resolution Hearing(s)
Sunday, Sept 15th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
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Budget
Budget Hearings
Thursday, Sept 12th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Saturday, Sept 14th from 9:00 am to 11:00 am
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SPEAKERS
Presiding Bishop Michael Curry
The 27th Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church
The Most Rev. Michael Bruce Curry is presiding bishop and primate of The Episcopal Church. At the church’s 78th General Convention in June 2015, he was elected to a nine-year term in this role and installed in November of that year; he serves as The Episcopal Church’s chief pastor, spokesperson, and president and chief executive officer.
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Throughout his ministry, Bishop Curry has been a prophetic leader, particularly in the areas of racial reconciliation, climate change, evangelism, immigration policy, and marriage equality. His vision and message as presiding bishop is animated by Jesus of Nazareth and his way of radical, sacrificial love, and he regularly reminds Episcopalians they are “the Episcopal branch of the Jesus Movement.”
Widely regarded as one of the most dynamic preachers of our time, Bishop Curry was ordained a priest in 1978 and served parishes in North Carolina, Ohio, and Maryland until his election as the 11th bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of North Carolina in 2000.
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Bishop Curry has been extensively involved in Crisis Control Ministry and the Absalom Jones Initiative, founding ecumenical summer day camps for children, preaching missions, creating networks of family day care providers and educational centers, and brokering millions of dollars of investment in urban neighborhoods.
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The descendant of enslaved Africans brought to North America by way of the trans-Atlantic slave routes, Bishop Curry was born in Chicago in 1953. His father was also an Episcopal priest, and after Bishop Curry’s mother died when he was young, he and his sister were raised by their father and grandmother in upstate New York.
Bishop Curry attended public schools in Buffalo, graduated with high honors from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, and earned a Master of Divinity degree from Yale Divinity School. He furthered his education at The College of Preachers, Princeton Theological Seminary, Wake Forest University, the Ecumenical Institute at St. Mary’s Seminary, and the Institute of Christian Jewish Studies. He holds honorary doctorates from Yale University, Virginia Theological Seminary, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, and Episcopal Divinity School.
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Bishop Curry is the author of five books and a regular guest on national and international media outlets. In 2018, Religion News Association named him religion newsmaker of the year.
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A resident of Raleigh, North Carolina, Bishop Curry is married to Sharon (Clement) Curry, and the couple has two adult daughters, Rachel and Elizabeth.
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Books
Bishop Curry is the author of:
WORSHIP
Evening Worship
5:00 pm Sept 27
Outdoors at Mike Lansing Field
Holy Eucharist
8:00 am Sept 28
Led by The Most Rev. Michael B. Curry
FELLOWSHIP
Breakout Sessions
10:30am | Foundation - Stewardship
Join the Foundation's Development Committee for an enlightening discussion on financial discernment and how it can enhance our stewardship of resources to further Christ’s mission. This workshop will delve into the principles of financial stewardship, exploring ways to effectively manage resources to benefit our communities and churches. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with committee members, ask questions, and learn how the Foundation can support their church's mission through financial guidance and support. This session aims to empower individuals with the tools to make informed, faith-based financial decisions that align with the broader mission of the Church.
10:30am | Practice - Spiritual Direction
Group Spiritual Direction offers a communal approach to spiritual growth, where participants serve as spiritual guides to one another. In this relational process, similar to the dynamic between a therapist and client, a trained spiritual guide facilitates the recognition of God’s movement within each participant's life. This workshop will provide an introduction to Group Spiritual Direction, allowing attendees to experience the benefits of growing in faith while building trusted community. Together, we will explore the process, offering a meaningful taste of this collective spiritual practice and insights into how spiritual direction can enrich personal and communal faith journeys.
10:30am | Art Spirit - New Creations Art Therapy
The Bridge Drawing will offer participants the opportunity to reflect on the benefits, supports, and challenges involved in life transition. The Bridge Drawing is a metaphor for life's changes that support and guide us into the next phase of life personally and in community. The Bridge Drawing was created in 1972 by Ron Hayes and Sherry Lyons, 2 art therapists, who worked with people in life transitions. Erin Brindle, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, from New Creations Counseling and Art Therapy in Cody, will lead this session. Erin is a skilled artist and counselor. She specializes in using art therapy to help individuals heal, find hope, and envision their future plans. No drawing or art training is needed to participate.
10:30am | Canterbury - Restorative Justice
Explore the deep connections between restorative justice and Christian faith in this workshop. Led by Connor Novotny, UW Restorative Justice Program Manager, and Allen Doyle, Director of Campus Ministry, this session covers the principles of restorative justice, its foundation in Scripture, and ways to integrate these practices into your spiritual life and faith community. As our diocese transitions in leadership, this workshop is a vital step in rebuilding trust and addressing historical injustices, particularly those affecting the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho communities. Join us to reflect on how we can embody the values of forgiveness, reconciliation, and healing in our journey toward a more just society.
10:30am | Practice - Yoga Mass
Yoga Mass is a spiritually embodied experience for head, heart, mind and body. We include the practice of "Eucharist" and "Yoga". Eucharist is the practice of giving thanks for God's presence in the world through the ritual and symbol of a shared meal of the earthly elements of bread and wine. This meal is a reminder of the way Jesus lived while on earth: present, connected and inclusive. Yoga is the practice of union or connection between self and the Divine; between the intelligence centers of mind, heart and body. This physical response is a reminder of the way we're invited to live on earth: present, connected and inclusive. During YogaSoul we aim to practice giving thanks through the connection of our embodied selves to God's love and each other.
10:30am | Sacred Ground - Sampler and promo
Sacred Ground is a film- and readings-based dialogue series on race, grounded in faith. It is an eleven-week small group journey through America’s history of race and racism, weaving personal stories with national history. This series focuses on Indigenous, Black, Latino, and Asian/Pacific American histories as they intersect with European American histories. Sacred Ground is part of Becoming Beloved Community, The Episcopal Church’s long-term commitment to racial healing, reconciliation, and justice. Participants are invited to peel away the layers that have contributed to the challenges and divides of the present day – all while grounded in our call to faith, hope and love.Sacred Ground is a film- and readings-based dialogue series on race, grounded in faith. It is an eleven-week small group journey through America’s history of race and racism, weaving personal stories with national history. This series focuses on Indigenous, Black, Latino, and Asian/Pacific American histories as they intersect with European American histories. Sacred Ground is part of Becoming Beloved Community, The Episcopal Church’s long-term commitment to racial healing, reconciliation, and justice. Participants are invited to peel away the layers that have contributed to the challenges and divides of the present day – all while grounded in our call to faith, hope and love.
ERD Ingathering and Silent Auction
Support Episcopal Relief and Development!
Join us in raising funds for the Episcopal Relief and Development Fund. Every dollar we collect by September 27-28, 2024 will be matched by The Foundation for The Episcopal Church in Wyoming—up to $50,000! Here's how you can help: Find a container. Participate in weekly challenges to reflect on our blessings and contribute. Bring your donation to church by September 26. Convention delegates will bring contributions to the convention, where we’ll announce the grand total! Weekly Challenges: Week 1 (Aug 26 - Sept 1): 25¢ every time you flip a light switch. Week 2 (Sept 2 - Sept 8): 25¢ every time you turn on the faucet. Week 3 (Sept 9 - Sept 15): 25¢ for every pair of shoes you own. Week 4 (Sept 16 - Sept 22): $5 for the right to vote. Week 5 (Sept 23 - Sept 28): 10¢ for every mile you drove to convention. Let’s make a difference together! Watch Facebook for updates!
Banquet Dinner
Dinner at the Ramkota
Delegation Karaoke
This year’s entertainment is all about you! Whether you’re performing solo or with your delegation, we encourage everyone to participate in our karaoke event. To ensure everyone has a chance to perform, we may randomly select delegations to sing if we need more participants. Warm up your voice and get ready for a fun-filled evening!