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2018 Journal
The Episcopal Diocese
of Bethlehem
147th Diocesan
Convention
Homewood Suites by Hilton – Center Valley
Cathedral Church of the Nativity
Bethlehem, PA
October 12-13, 2018
Table of Contents
OFFICERS OF THE DIOCESE ................................................................................................................. 1
COMMITTEES OF THE CONVENTION ............................................................................................... 1
2018-2019 COMMITTEES OF THE DIOCESE .................................................................................. 2
CLERGY OF THE DIOCESE OF BETHLEHEM ................................................................................... 4
2018 LICENSED TO OFFICIATE CLERGY ......................................................................................... 6
LIST OF LAY DELEGATES TO CONVENTION ................................................................................... 7
CONVENTION AGENDA ......................................................................................................................10
PROCEEDINGS of the 147th DIOCESAN CONVENTION ..............................................................12
RESOLUTIONS ........................................................................................................................................23 Resolution A: Amendments to the Canons ............................................................................................. 23 Resolution B: The Budget of the Diocese of Bethlehem .................................................................... 24 Resolution C: Regarding the 2018 Salary Schedule ............................................................................ 25 Resolutions of Courtesy ................................................................................................................................ 26
REPORTS OF ELECTED COMMITTEES ..........................................................................................30 Board of Discipline ......................................................................................................................................... 30 Commission on Ministry Report to Diocesan Convention ............................................................... 30 Episcopal Church Women (ECW)............................................................................................................... 30 Standing Committee ....................................................................................................................................... 31
PARISHES OF THE DIOCESE OF BETHLEHEM .............................................................................32
CHAPELS IN INSTITUTIONS ..............................................................................................................37
2018 STATEMENT OF OPERATING REVENUES & EXPENSES (Unaudited) .......................37
2018 ASSESSMENT RECEIPTS (Unaudited) .................................................................................38
2018 ACCEPTANCE RECEIPTS (Unaudited) ................................................................................39
2017 VITAL STATISTICS OF CONGREGATIONS ..........................................................................41
2017 FINANCIAL STATISTICS OF CONGREGATIONS ................................................................45
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OFFICERS OF THE DIOCESE
The Secretary of the Diocese
The Rev. Douglas Moyer
M: 333 Wyandotte Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015
The Treasurer
Elizabeth House
M: 333 Wyandotte Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015
The Chancellor
Linda Henry, Esquire
M: 333 Wyandotte Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015
COMMITTEES OF THE CONVENTION
The Constitution & Canons Committee – Resolutions Committee
Linda Henry, Esq., Trinity Church, Bethlehem, Chair
Ty Welles, Esq., St. Peter’s Church, Tunkhannock
The Rev. Canon Anne Kitch, Diocesan Staff
The Rev. John Hartman, Grace Church, Kingston
The Rev. Lou Divis, St. Peter’s Church, Tunkhannock
John Feather, St. Luke’s Church, Lebanon
Todd Moffett, Esq., Christ Church, Susquehanna
Roger Mattes, Church of the Epiphany, Clarks Summit
Committee for Resolutions of Courtesy
The Rev. John Wagner, Chair, St. Mark’s & St. John’s, Jim Thorpe
Claims of Clergy and Lay Delegates to Seats in the Convention (Dispatch)
The Rev. Canon Anne Kitch, Diocesan Staff, Chair
The Rev. Dennis Reid, St. Alban’s, Sinking Spring
Peter Gonze, Trinity, Mt. Pocono
Judges of Election
John Bates, St. Anne’s, Trexlertown
Barbara Iannelli, Cathedral Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem
Janet Kolepp, Cathedral Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem
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2018-2019 COMMITTEES OF THE DIOCESE
Members of the Standing Committee
The Standing Committee is the body of four lay and four clergy members of the Diocese elected
by the annual Diocesan Convention for a four-year term and authorized by the Canons of the
Episcopal Church as the Bishop’s Council of Advice. The Standing Committee advises the
Bishop or gives consent in matters of the disposition of property, ecclesiastical discipline, the
election and consecration of Bishops, and in matters involving candidates for ordained ministry.
In the absence of a Diocesan Bishop, the Standing Committee is canonically authorized to act as
the Ecclesiastical Authority of the Diocese. No one so elected shall be eligible for re-election
after having served two consecutive terms until after the expiration of one year.
The Rt. Rev. Kevin Nichols, Bishop
Class of 2019
The Rev. Earl Trygar, (1), St. Mark’s, Moscow
Liza Holzinger, (1), St. Andrew’s, Allentown - Secretary
Class of 2020
The Rev. Canon Jane Bender, (1), All Saints, Lehighton
Carol McMullen, (1), St. Luke’s Scranton
Class of 2021
The Rev. J. Douglas Moyer, (1), Christ Church, Stroudsburg - President
Lynne Graham, (1), St. Paul’s Montrose
Class of 2022
The Rev. Van Bankston, (1), Good Shepherd, Milford
Raymond Arcario, (2), Cathedral Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem
Members of the Commission on Ministry
The Commission on Ministry assists and advises the bishop in the design and oversight of the
process for those discerning ordained and lay ministries; in implementing Title III of the canons
of the Episcopal Church; and in the development and support of the ministry of all baptized
persons. COM will consist of 12 members, 6 of whom will be elected at the annual Convention
(3 clergy and 3 lay) for a term of three years. No one so elected shall be eligible for re-election
after having served two consecutive terms until after the expiration of one year. The other 6
members are appointed annually by the bishop.
Class of 2019
The Rev. Laura Howell, (1), St. Barnabas, Kutztown
Nancy Rinehart, (1), retired
Class of 2020
The Rev. Christine Sutton, (1), Prince of Peace, Dallas
Robert Schreiber, (2), Christ Church, Forest City and St. James’, Dundaff
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Class of 2021
The Rev. Melinda Artman, (1), Church of the Redeemer, Sayre
Patti Alleger, (1), Christ Church, Stroudsburg
Appointed by Bishop Sean
The Rev. Timothy Alleman (Chair) – Holy Cross & St. Stephen’s, Wilkes-Barre
The Rev. Rebecca Barnes, St. Luke’s, Scranton
The Rev. Elizabeth Haynes, St. James’, Drifton
The Rev. Susan Treanor, Trinity, Mt. Pocono
Laura Drum, Cathedral Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem
Maggie Niles, Grace Church, Honesdale
Members of the Diocesan Council
The Diocesan Council is the executive agency of the Convention of the Diocese in between
meetings of the Convention. Its responsibilities include developing a Diocesan mission strategy,
developing and maintaining programs to implement the mission, reviewing the strategy and
reporting to Diocesan Convention, preparing the Diocesan budget, and setting policy for the
diocese. Members are elected by the Convention for a three-year term. No one so elected shall be
eligible for re-election after having served two consecutive terms until after the expiration of one
year.
The Rt. Rev. Kevin Nichols- Bishop
Class of 2019
The Rev. Tim Alleman, (1), Holy Cross, Wilkes-Barre
The Rev. Lou Divis, (1), St. Peter’s, Tunkhannock
Sandra Pease Darde, (1), St. Paul’s, Montrose
Ron Honeywell, (1), St. Stephen’s Pro Cathedral, Wilkes-Barre
Class of 2020
The Rev. Timothy Albright, (1), Trinity Church, Pottsville
The Rev. Rodney Conn, (2), Cathedral Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem
F. Laird Evans, (1), St. Andrew’s, Allentown
Cynthia Nortey, (1) Christ Church, Stroudsburg
Class of 2021
The Rev. Michelle Moyer, (1), Cathedral Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem
The Rev. Margaret Pendergast, (1), Christ Church, Reading
Jim Harding, (2), St. Anne’s, Trexlertown
Sara McNellis, (1), Grace Church, Kingston
Ex Officio
The Rev. Canon Anne E. Kitch, Canon to the Ordinary
Elizabeth House, Diocesan Treasurer
Linda Henry, Diocesan Chancellor
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CLERGY OF THE DIOCESE OF BETHLEHEM as of October 10, 2018 - Arranged in the Order of Canonical Residence
THE BISHOP
The Rt. Rev. Kevin D. Nichols ........................................................................................... 07/26/2018
Name Date Retired Date Canonical
Residence
Coble, The Rev. John R. Jr 07/01/1997 06/15/1963
Fill, The Rev. Michael J. 01/01/1998 06/26/1965
Carr, The Rev. Canon Clifford B. Jr 01/01/2001 06/21/1967
Male, The Rev. Canon Henry A. Jr 01/01/1994 09/18/1967
Roth, The Rev. Ralph 02/01/1998 12/01/1967
Gill, The Rev. James L. 07/01/1991 06/16/1968
Zabriskie, The Rev. Alexander C. Jr 02/01/1995 07/18/1969
Knapp, The Rev. Donald H. 01/01/1994 03/31/1970
Howells, The Rev. Donald A. Retired 12/19/1970
Carlyon, The Rev. Robert D. 07/01/1997 07/07/1971
Richards, The Rev. Gerald W. 01/01/1997 09/05/1972
Matylewicz, The Rev. Stephen J. 07/01/2004 06/22/1977
Cluett, The Venerable Richard I. 01/01/2005 03/01/1978
Bray, The Rev. Canon Doris S. 04/01/1999 09/01/1978
Howe, The Rev. Dr. Raymond J 12/01/2000 09/01/1978
Krieger, The Rev. Canon Walter 01/01/2005 11/01/1979
Myers, The Rev. Elizabeth W. 02/01/2000 10/28/1980
Romeril, The Rev. Canon Gwendolyn-Jane 03/01/2002 06/13/1981
Schenkel, The Very Rev. Robert Jr 01/01/1996 11/03/1984
Gildersleeve, The Rev. Robert K 06/01/2005 01/28/1985
Magnus, The Rev. Robert F. 02/01/1996 09/08/1986
Day, The Rev. Charles Van 02/01/1996 12/04/1986
Snyder, The Rev. Albert (Eric) Eric 01/01/1993 04/16/1987
Shallcross, The Rev. Canon Lexa H. 07/01/2010 05/30/1987
Hart Garner, The Rev. Eleanor E. 06/01/2011 04/22/1989
Holman, The Rev. J Lawrence
05/20/1989
Wagner, The Rev. John C. 01/01/2018 06/01/1989
Blumer, The Rev. Gary 07/01/1996 04/30/1991
Lefevre, The Rev. Ann R. 01/01/2013 05/23/1991
Bartlett, The Rev. Lois S. 08/01/2001 06/08/1991
Lentz, The Rev. Benjamin L. 02/01/2007 10/30/1991
Doohan, The Rev. Sue West 04/01/2003 11/19/1991
Moulton, The Rev. Elizabeth 01/01/2006 08/31/1992
Stringfellow, The Venerable Howard
09/14/1993
Piovane, The Rev. Canon Michael 10/01/2015 10/31/1993
Hipple, The Rev. Canon Maureen AtLee
01/06/1994
Day, The Rev. Canon Virginia Rex 07/01/2008 04/23/1994
Kern, The Rev. Canon Karl L. 10/01/2016 04/23/1994
Sefchick, The Rev. Dr. Frank S. 01/01/2008 09/21/1994
Cliff, The Rev. F. Graham 07/01/2005 10/07/1994
Morris, The Rev. Canon Charles H. 01/01/2006 07/19/1995
Berk, The Rev. Dennis B. A.
11/14/1995
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Turrell, The Rev. James F.
06/08/1996
Marshall, The Rt Rev. Paul V. 01/01/2014 06/29/1996
Haynes, The Rev. Elizabeth S. 03/01/2010 06/14/1997
Jones, The Rev. Daniel G. 01/01/1993 06/14/1997
Leo, The Rev. John 07/01/1988 11/14/1997
Miller, The Rev. Laurence H. 01/01/2002 03/10/1998 Erb, The Rev. Edward K.
06/29/1998
Bender, The Rev. Jane A. 06/01/2016 09/19/1998
Hinkle, The Rev. Daniel W.
01/12/1999
Tjeltveit, The Rev. Canon Maria W. E.
09/14/1999
Atkinson, The Rev. Canon Joel W. 06/01/2005 09/20/1999
Snyder, The Rev. Judith U. 09/01/2013 09/23/1999
Smith, The Rev. James C. Retired 09/25/1999
Lewellis, The Rev. Canon V. Bill E. 06/01/2009 11/01/1999
Major, The Rev. John C.
12/18/1999
Kitch, The Rev. Canon Anne E.
02/16/2000
D'Urbano, The Rev. Faith J. 05/01/2006 04/29/2000
Fitzsimmons, The Rev. Daniel V.
04/29/2000
Hazen, The Rev. Susan M. Retired 04/29/2000
Howell, The Rev. Canon Laura M. 01/01/2018 04/18/2001
Allen, The Rev. T. Scott
06/04/2001
Funk, The Rev. Jeffrey L. 01/01/2013 09/29/2001
McGinty, The Rev. William J.
09/29/2001
Heffner, The Rev. John H. 08/01/2012 10/23/2001
Hunt, The Rev. Hazel B.
10/23/2001
Gerns, The Rev. Canon Andrew T.
01/21/2002
Cembalisty, The Rev. Susan 04/01/2015 03/01/2002
Peterson, The Rev. Iris
04/06/2002
Trygar, The Rev. Earl Sr
04/06/2002
Miller, The Rev. Elizabeth MacMillan 04/01/2009 05/31/2003
Zanetti, The Rev. Diane P.
05/31/2003
Kaighn, The Rev. Reuel S. 02/01/2000 12/06/2003
Moser, The Rev. Pat MacMillan 01/01/2010 04/17/2004
Bader-Saye, The Rev. Demery
04/20/2004
Wible, The Rev. Terrence 06/01/2015 06/12/2004
Packard, The Rev. Nancy M. 08/01/2012 06/22/2004
Harbort, The Rev. Raymond L. 06/01/2004 10/12/2004
Francis, The Rev. Canon John R.
10/13/2005 Divis, The Rev. M Lou
05/17/2006
Sweeney, The Rev. Craig C. 05/01/2013 06/27/2006
Croneberger, The Rt Rev. John P. 02/01/2007 03/01/2007
Rinehart, The Rev. James A. 06/01/2015 03/01/2007
Schaible, The Rev. Donald
06/29/2007 Pompa, The Very Rev. Anthony R.
08/20/2007
Bosler, The Rev. Sally
09/29/2007
Meiss, The Rev. Marion
09/29/2007
Conn, The Rev. Rodney
02/02/2008
Reichard, The Rev. Bernice
02/02/2008
Smith, The Rev. Dolores Evans Retired 02/02/2008
Valiath, The Rev. Abraham 08/01/2016 06/01/2008
Baldyga, The Rev. Andrea P.
06/04/2008
Baker, The Rev. Bruce 12/31/2016 06/10/2008
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Albright, The Rev. Timothy
02/02/2009 Moyer, The Rev. J. Douglas
02/02/2009
Parsons-Cancelliere, The Rev. Rebecca
02/02/2009
Sherrer, The Rev. Wayne
02/02/2009
Hartman, The Rev. John
09/15/2009
Pavlac, The Rev. Brian
12/21/2009 Sutton, The Rev. Christine
12/21/2009
Williams, The Rev. Dr. R Jane 05/01/2018 04/13/2010
Mayo, The Rev. Jonathan J
07/16/2010
Alleman, The Rev. Timothy
07/22/2010
Rafferty, The Rev. Joseph
12/07/2010
Reed, The Rev. Elizabeth Hoffman
02/03/2011
Miller, The Rev. Valerie A. 04/28/2011
Martin, The Rev. William L. 10/01/2010 05/12/2011
Hlavacek, The Rev. Frances
11/01/2011
Warwick, The Rev. Charles
11/02/2011
Criste-Troutman, The Rev. Robert 11/18/2011
Pearson, The Rev. Peter 10/01/2018 01/26/2012
Davis, The Rev. John W
12/21/2012
Green, The Rev. David
09/04/2013
Meneeley, The Rev. Beverly
03/02/2014 Moyer, The Rev. Canon Michelle
03/02/2014
Bankston, The Rev. Van
09/18/2014
Towers, The Rev. Paul Retired 09/27/2014
van den Blink, The Rev. Han Retired 12/03/2014
Barebo, The Rev. Charlie
04/19/2015
Barnes, The Rev. Rebecca 11/25/2015
Smith, The Rev. Twila 12/07/2015
Dembi, The Rev. Megan
12/10/2015
Treanor, The Rev. Susan Mary
02/12/2016
Zwifka, The Rev. David 09/21/2016
Artman, The Rev. Melinda 04/10/2017
Reid, The Rev. Dennis 08/24/2017 Causton, The Rev. Michele 01/13/2018
Pendergast, The Rev. Margaret 01/13/2018
Kovalovich, The Rev. Dr. Kurt 05/19/2018
Scott, The Rev. Jennifer M. 05/19/2018
Payne, The Rev. Pamela 09/12/2018 Attended Convention
2018 LICENSED TO OFFICIATE CLERGY The Rev. Charles Cesaretti
The Rev. Dr. Richard Ditterline
The Rev. Dr. Gerard Gaeta
The Rev. Dr. Jane Gaeta
The Rev. Ladd Harris
The Rev. Mary Kisner
The Rev. Donna Larson
The Rev. John Marcantonio
The Rev. Ronald R. Miller
The Rev. Donald Shearer
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The Rev. Canon William Warne, II
The Rev. Janet Watrous
The Rev. Estelle Webb
The Rev. Robert Wellner Attended Convention
LIST OF LAY DELEGATES TO CONVENTION
PARISH NAME ROLE All Saints Episcopal Church Louis Bugno Elected Delegate
All Saints Episcopal Church
Cyndi Levis Elected Delegate
Cathedral Church of the Nativity Raymond Arcario Elected Delegate
Cathedral Church of the Nativity Karen Boksan Elected Delegate
Cathedral Church of the Nativity Laura Drum Elected Delegate
Cathedral Church of the Nativity Connie Gilbert Elected Delegate
Cathedral Church of the Nativity Richard Sause Elected Delegate
Cathedral Church of the Nativity Bonnie Kuronya Alternate
Cathedral Church of the Nativity Robert Wilkins Alternate
Cathedral Church of the Nativity Bill Yale Alternate
Christ Episcopal Church - Forest City Robert Schreiber Elected Delegate
Christ Episcopal Church - Forest City Jack Demark Alternate
Christ Episcopal Church - Reading Cliff Buck Walter Elected Delegate
Christ Episcopal Church - Reading Kate Fanning Elected Delegate
Christ Episcopal Church - Reading Courtney Tull Elected Delegate
Christ Episcopal Church - Reading Cynthia Pipkin Alternate
Christ Episcopal Church - Reading Sarah Stapleton Alternate
Christ Episcopal Church - Stroudsburg Patti Alleger Elected Delegate
Christ Episcopal Church - Stroudsburg Cynthia Nortey Elected Delegate
Christ Episcopal Church - Stroudsburg Sue Freeman Alternate
Christ Episcopal Church - Susquehanna Todd Moffett Esq. Elected Delegate
Christ Episcopal Church - Susquehanna Susan Rowe Alternate
Christ Episcopal Church - Towanda Marshall Dawsey Elected Delegate
Christ Episcopal Church - Towanda David Farr Elected Delegate
Church of the Epiphany John Baildon Elected Delegate
Church of the Epiphany Linda Rogers Elected Delegate
Church of the Good Shepherd Pamela Shotto Elected Delegate
Church of the Good Shepherd & St John Pat Moulton Elected Delegate
Church of the Good Shepherd & St John Jim Snodgrass Elected Delegate
Church of the Mediator Adam Keller Elected Delegate
Church of the Mediator Mariam Verghis Elected Delegate
Church of the Mediator Patricia Gaukler Alternate Delegate
Church of the Mediator Maurice Gaukler Alternate
Church of the Redeemer Ruth Barber Elected Delegate
Church of the Redeemer Linda Murrelle Elected Delegate
Church of the Redeemer Gretchen Rentschler Alternate
Church of the Redeemer Charles Preston Alternate
Grace Episcopal Church - Allentown Jeffrey Kemmerer Elected Delegate
Grace Episcopal Church – Allentown Lori Molloy Alternate
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Grace Episcopal Church - Honesdale Jane Bunnell Elected Delegate
Grace Episcopal Church - Honesdale Zachary Wyckoff Elected Delegate
Grace Episcopal Church - Honesdale Maggie Niles Alternate – Delegate
Grace Episcopal Church - Honesdale Fred Angelone Alternate - Delegate
Grace Episcopal Church - Kingston Helen Youells Elected Delegate
Grace Episcopal Church - Kingston James Youells Elected Delegate
Holy Cross Episcopal Church Linda Abner Elected Delegate
Holy Cross Episcopal Church William Falzone Elected Delegate
Holy Cross Episcopal Church Mary Falzone Alternate
Holy Cross Episcopal Church H. Merritt Hughes Alternate
Holy Cross Episcopal Church Kelly Casterline Youth Delegate
North Parish Bonnie Baker Elected Delegate
North Parish Bonnie Lecher Elected Delegate
North Parish Donald Clamser Alternate
Prince of Peace Jeff Algatt Elected Delegate
Prince of Peace John Hudak Elected Delegate
Prince of Peace Jean Carson Alternate
St. Alban's Episcopal Church Eric Murray Elected Delegate
St. Alban's Episcopal Church Lynne Murray Elected Delegate
St. Alban's Episcopal Church Dennis Harker Alternate
St. Alban's Episcopal Church Kathy Fromuth Alternate
St. Alban's Episcopal Church Carol Jenkins Alternate
St. Andrew's Church - Alden Station Susan Maza Elected Delegate
St. Andrew's Church - Alden Station George Maza Alternate
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church - Allentown Jean Evans Elected Delegate
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church - Allentown Susan Boskett Elected Delegate
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church - Allentown Donna Barnum Alternate
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church - Allentown Liza Holzinger Alternate
St. Anne's Episcopal Church John Sibre Elected Delegate
St. Anne's Episcopal Church Paul Persico Elected Delegate
St. Anne's Episcopal Church Connie Archer Alternate
St. Barnabas Episcopal Church Patricia Brown Elected Delegate
St. Barnabas Episcopal Church Charles Brown Alternate
St. Brigid's Episcopal Church Jennifer McTighe Elected Delegate
St. Brigid's Episcopal Church Mary Jo Julian Elected Delegate
St. Brigid's Episcopal Church Georgia Cianci Alternate
St. Brigid's Episcopal Church Jacquelynn Ellenberger Alternate
St. Clement & St. Peter's Church Thomas Jamieson Elected Delegate
St. Clement & St. Peter's Church Karen Zapotok Alternate
St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church Carol Heist Elected Delegate
St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church Danielle Troncelliti Elected Delegate
St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church Steve Fairbrother Elected Delegate
St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church Edmond McCorkle Alternate
St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church Betty Jo Rivera Alternate Delegate
St. George's Episcopal Church Evelyn Garofalo Elected Delegate
St. George's Episcopal Church Martha Bongiorno Elected Delegate
St. George's Episcopal Church Paula Martinko Alternate
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St. James and St. George Christine McGeachie Elected Delegate
St. James and St. George Jane Evans Alternate
St. James' Episcopal Church - Drifton Kim Ingalsbe Elected Delegate
St. James' Episcopal Church - Drifton Ida Horne Alternate
St. John's Episcopal Church - Hamlin Marianne Berryman Elected Delegate
St. John's Episcopal Church - Hamlin Bobbie Hraba Elected Delegate
St. John's Episcopal Church - Hamlin Karen Fels Alternate
St. John's Episcopal Church - Hamlin Paul Fels Alternate
St. John's Episcopal Church - Palmerton Laurie Mankos Elected Delegate
St. John's Episcopal Church - Palmerton Paula Seiler Alternate - Delegate
St. John's Episcopal Church - Palmerton Deidre Nothstein Alternate
St. Luke's Episcopal Church - Lebanon John Feather Elected Delegate
St. Luke's Episcopal Church - Lebanon Linda Arguedas Elected Delegate
St. Luke's Episcopal Church - Lebanon Elizabeth Yocum Elected Delegate
St. Luke's Episcopal Church - Lebanon Elaine Feather Alternate
St. Luke's Episcopal Church - Scranton Carole Guzzi Elected Delegate
St. Luke's Episcopal Church - Scranton David Wenger Elected Delegate
St. Luke's Episcopal Church - Scranton Rick Ammenhauser Alternate
St. Luke's Episcopal Church - Scranton James Fitzpatrick Alternate
St. Margaret's Episcopal Church Connie Allport Elected Delegate
St. Margaret's Episcopal Church George Allport Alternate
St. Mark's and St. John's Heather Cassidy Elected Delegate
St. Mark's and St. John's Mary Shorten Elected Delegate
St. Mark's and St. John's Karen Gasker Alternate
St. Mark's and St. John's Tom Lager Alternate
St. Mark's Episcopal Church - Moscow John Bomersheim, Sr Elected Delegate
St. Mark's Episcopal Church - Moscow Rebecca McLaughlin Elected Delegate
St. Mark's Episcopal Church - Moscow Julia Pickarski Alternate
St. Mark's Episcopal Church - Moscow Judy Beers Alternate
St. Mark's Episcopal Church-New Milford Joan Flint Elected Delegate
St. Mark's Episcopal Church-New Milford Helen Wasnowic Alternate
St. Martin-In-The-Fields Don Herres Elected Delegate
St. Martin-In-The-Fields Rich Evans Elected Delegate
St. Mary's Episcopal Church - Reading Mary Anderson Elected Delegate
St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Montrose Karen Blye-McAbee Elected Delegate
St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Troy Peter Baker Elected Delegate
St. Paul's Episcopal Church - Troy Betsy Sentigar Alternate
St. Peter's Episcopal Church - Hazleton Roberta Brandreth Elected Delegate
St. Peter's Episcopal Church - Hazleton Rebecca Paletski Elected Delegate
St. Peter's Episcopal Church - Tunkhannock Charles Welles Elected Delegate
St. Peter's Episcopal Church - Tunkhannock Colleen Williams Alternate
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church Elizabeth Devore Elected Delegate
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church Steve Devore Elected Delegate
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church Linda Hardy Alternate
St. Stephen's Pro Cathedral Adam Chwiej Elected Delegate
St. Stephen's Pro Cathedral Debra Kellerman Elected Delegate
St. Stephen's Pro Cathedral Anthony Brooks Alternate
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St. Stephen's Pro Cathedral
David Foust Alternate
St. Thomas Episcopal Church Amy Smith Elected Delegate
St. Thomas Episcopal Church Evans Goodling Alternate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Athens Margaret Gerhart Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Athens Barbara Caum Alternate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Bethlehem Gloria Tarby Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Bethlehem Ross Mangina Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church – Bethlehem Sara Klingner Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church – Bethlehem Susan Mangina Alternate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Carbondale Bonnie Bay Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Carbondale Debra Minton Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Carbondale Mary Arthur Alternate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Carbondale Jerry Minton Alternate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Easton Anne Szlivko Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Easton Fred Crivellaro Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Easton Roger Shields Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Easton Dan Charney Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Easton John Trenberth Alternate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Easton Helen Forshaw Alternate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Easton Bruce Riehl Alternate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Mt Pocono Jan Anglemire Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Mt Pocono Peter Gonze Alternate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Pottsville Kurt Kovalovich Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Pottsville Norm Kauffman Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Pottsville Barbara Tokarz Alternate
Trinity Episcopal Church - Pottsville Cora Gamelin-Osenbach Alternate
Trinity Episcopal Church - West Pittston Janine Ungvarsky Elected Delegate
Trinity Episcopal Church - West Pittston Marti Shafer-Callahan Elected Delegate
- attended convention Alternate Delegate – Elected as alternate – filled in as delegate
CONVENTION AGENDA
Homewood Suites by Hilton Center Valley
October 12-13, 2018
Friday, October 12th
8:30 a.m. Check-In Opens
10:00 a.m. Session I: Business
Call to order
Morning Prayer
Welcome / Orientation to Rules of Order and Decorum
Quorum
Claims of Clergy and Delegates to Seats
Seat & Voice
Clergy Licensed to Officiate
Members of Diocesan Youth Council
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Lay Diocesan Staff
Introductions and Remembrances
Since our Last Convention: Persons in the Process, Ordinations, New
Clergy, New LTO, New Staff, Clergy who have retired, Clergy who
have died.
Appointment of Committees
Refer business to Committees
Report of Chair on Resolutions
Call for Resolutions from the floor
Bishop’s Address
11:00 a.m. Transition / Break
11:15 a.m. General Convention Amendments
11:30 a.m. Kajo Keji Report
11:45 a.m. Noonday Prayer and Announcements
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 p.m. Session II: Program Keynote Speaker:
The Rev. Steve Blackmer, Executive Director of Kairos Earth
4:00 p.m. Announcements / Break
4:30 p.m. Buses to Cathedral
5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist at Cathedral Church of the Nativity
Seating of the Bishop
UTO ingathering
7:30 p.m. Banquet (Homewood Suites by Hilton – Center Valley)
Saturday, October 13th
8:30 a.m. Reconvene
Morning Prayer, including necrology
Reminder of Rules of Order and Decorum
Report from Nominating Committee
Nominations for Committees
Standing Committee
Diocesan Council
Commission on Ministry
Call for nominations from floor
Close nominations
Move unchallenged elections
First ballot (Additional Ballots as needed)
Treasurer: DIT, Financial status
Report from Chair of Resolutions (Constitutions and Canons)
A: Amendment of the Canons
B: Budget
C: Salary Schedule
Announce Ballots results
Second Ballot
Other Reports
Reports Filed by Title
Commission on Ministry
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Diocesan Council
Episcopal Church Women
Standing Committee
Admission of New Parishes and Missions (none)
Announce Ballot Results
Elections of Convention Officers for 2018-2019
Treasurer
Secretary
Nomination (For each office)
Call for nomination from floor
Close Nomination
Elect by voice vote
Bishop Appointments to COM
Resolutions of Courtesy
11:00 a.m. Noonday Prayers
Adjournment
PROCEEDINGS of the 147th DIOCESAN CONVENTION October 12th and 13th A.D. 2018
Homewood Suites by Hilton, Center Valley and Cathedral Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem, PA
Format of these minutes:
Business in order before the convention
Presentation, Explanation, Discussion; Items before convention for action.
Action taken by convention.
First Session, Friday, October 12 at 10:00 am
The Rt. Rev. Kevin Nichols, Bishop, called the meeting to order. Hazel Mayo officiated
at Morning Prayer.
Bishop Kevin welcomed those attending and extended his appreciation for the
willingness of the delegates to serve.
The Rev. Canon Anne Kitch, on behalf of the Committee on Claims and Credentials,
certified that 51 of the 133 clergy who qualify for seat, voice and vote at convention
under Article V, section 2 of the Constitution are registered and thus a quorum is present.
Canon Kitch also certified that of the 58 parishes entitled to lay delegates under Article
V, section 3 of the Constitution, 82 delegates representing 47 parishes were registered for
convention and therefore a quorum was present.
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Canon Kitch then recommended and moved, on behalf of the Committee on Claims and
Credentials, that seat and voice be granted to clergy who are licensed to officiate in the
diocese, the members of the Diocesan Youth Council who are present and lay Diocesan
staff.
Motion carried.
Bishop Kevin then introduced or announced the following:
Persons in the Process:
Ordinands for Priesthood/Transitional Deacon – Kurt Kovalovich & Jenny Scott
Postulant for Priesthood – Liz Grohowski
Postulant for Vocational Deacon – Barb Gessner
Ordinations:
Michele Causton – Vocational Deacon
Margaret Pendergast – Vocational Deacon
Kurt Kovalovich – Transitional Deacon
Jennifer Scott – Transitional Deacon
Clergy New to the Diocese:
The Rev. Pamela Payne – Priest in Charge, Trinity Church, Bethlehem
The Rt. Rev. Kevin Nichols – Bishop
Newly Licensed to Officiate – Mary Kisner
New Diocesan Staff:
Janet Kolepp
Steve Baker
Clergy who have retired:
The Rev. John Wagner
The Rev. Canon Laura Howell
The Rev. Daniel Hinkle
The Rev. Peter Pearson
Clergy who have died:
The Rev. Elizabeth Diely
The Rev. William Marshall
The Rev. Charles Beem
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Appointment of Committees:
Bishop Kevin announced the appointment of committees and referred all business to the
appropriate committees:
Constitutions and Canons/ and Resolutions
Linda Henry, Chair
Ty Welles
John Hartman
Todd Moffett
Lou Divis
Anne Kitch
John Feather
Roger Mattes
John Wagner – Resolutions of Courtesy
Judges of Elections
John Bates
Barbara Iannelli
Janet Kolepp
Claims of Clergy and Lay Delegates to Seats in the Convention (Dispatch)
Anne Kitch, Chair
Dennis Reid
Peter Gonze
The Committee on Nominations
Doug Moyer, chair
Presentation of Resolutions:
On behalf of The Committee on Constitution and Canons, Linda Henry reported the following
resolution was before the convention for consideration:
Resolution A: Canonical Revision
On behalf of The Committee on Resolutions, The Rev. Lou Divis reported the following
resolutions were before the convention for consideration:
Resolution B: Diocesan Budget
Resolution C: 2019 Clergy Salary Schedule
No other resolutions were submitted.
The Committee on Constitution and Canons moved Resolution A for consideration by
convention. There being no discussion, the resolution was voted on by order.
Motion carried unanimously.
Bishop’s Address:
"From village to city, valley to mountain top, God has been at work with us in the Diocese of
Bethlehem and has begun leading us along exciting new pathways. I have seen a momentum
building ...
Today we gather for the 147th Convention of the Diocese of Bethlehem!
We gather to discover where our journey with God is taking us next. "
The Prophet Jeremiah spoke a bit about this "Building momentum on our journey with God."
Jeremiah 29:11- For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you
and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Canon Anne Kitch and The Rev. Megan Dembi (missioner for communications) and I began to
discern a scriptural passage for this year's convention many months back and Jeremiah
29:11spoke to us.
Now, Jump forward to August 21, my first Diocesan Council meeting. That night I was prepared
to talk about my own sense of vision or as I refer to it as a Trellis or Frameworks that I sensed
was unfolding...
Before I had a chance to do that - Cynthia Nortey, a lay representative from Christ Church, East
Stroudsburg (Cynthia was my Shepherd during the Search process, so I have come to rely on
Cynthia's spiritual gifts)
Now Cynthia offered a moving devotion that night highlighting our need to trust God's plan for
our lives and our Diocese - and then she closed with a Scripture passage - of course she chose
Jeremiah 29:11! I took notice! This was no coincidence...
Let me read it again (Jeremiah 29:11} – “For I know the plans I have for you," declares the
LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
We remember a bit about Jeremiah's vision of restoration for a people in exile
Chapter 29:12-13 continues - "when you call upon me and come and pray to me, I will hear
you. When you search for me, you will find me; if you seek me with all your heart ...”
As I look out at all of you - having listened to some of your stories... Courageous stories of
resilience and perseverance…
There have been Stories of PERSONAL STRUGGLE, ECONOMIC HARDSHIP, NATURAL
DISASTERS, even downright HEARTLESSNESS•••
And yet, you are beacons of hope...especially in your local communities.
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I have met with exasperated leaders who have given of everything they have to MAINTAIN
BUILDINGS, offer needed OUTREACH and coordinate a ROTATING BAND OF
TRAVELING CLERGY ... (sometimes it's a Band of 1)
You trust in a God that promises a hope and a future
You search for God in the most vulnerable among you and give of your heart.
FOR OTHERS, you may have experienced a less dramatic, but equally challenging shift in
congregational life over the last 5-10 years. Volunteers and committee leaders are harder to find.
Youth and families are pulled in myriad directions. The Stewardship of resources feels ever more
daunting...
THE HOLDING TOGETHER of the expectations of various constituencies in the congregation
is harder than ever. The fragmentation found in our politics and wider society has left many
leaders wondering how they can most effectively share God's love in a way that will bring people
together in Christ.
Is this resonating with anyone? _
Now Joshua, another Old Testament hero (who knew hardship and heartlessness) and rose to be
a leader through faithful obedience to God, offers us some wisdom and needed encouragement:
Joshua 1:9 (NRSV} I hereby command you: Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened
or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."
Now, I personally like the nuanced translation of the New Jerusalem Bible Instead of - Be strong
and courageous - we hear “Be fearless and undaunted"
ONE THING IHAVE LEARNED IN MY NEARLY 6 MONTHS SINCE YOU ELECTED
ME "YOU are STRONG and COURAGEOUS AND you are FEARLESS and UNDAUNTED!
This is why I say MOMENTUM IS BUILDING - Something is stirring... I see it and feel it in
you!
Let me go back a bit... Your alluring charge to the 9th Bishop of Bethlehem... join us in
"Building Something we cannot see or know!"
I remember the first time I read that over a year ago and saying to myself ... I am called to that...
"I am not sure I am called to be a Bishop, but I am called to that..."
I shared this stirring with my father - Tom Nichols - who some of you met a few weeks ago. And
he said to me - I think that's enough to go on...
For the record, Later I told him - I might be called to be the Bishop of Bethlehem
He said - "your mother and I took a deep breath whenever you VISITED OR CALLED us to
share another new pathway on your journey ...
WE ALL NEED TO TAKE A DEEP BREATH... THIS IS HARD WORK!
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Together we must be Strong and Courageous & Fearless and Undaunted in our pursuit of where
God is calling us on this journey ..."
Some have asked for my vision -
even +Mary Glasspool, Suffragan Bishop of NY on the morning of September 15, as I gathered
with the Bishops before the Ordination Service. Bishop Mary cut through a lot of shop talk and
said... "I want to hear from Kevin. Tell me about what called you to Bethlehem and what is your
vision..." So I said something like -
- There are moments in our lives, our congregations, and in our dioceses
- And I sensed a momentum building in the Diocese of Bethlehem
- I shared how I was drawn by the Bishop Search profile and the Search Committee's deep
desire to "build something we cannot see or know"
- And How Is aw it in their feeding ministries, in their outreach to all of God's Children (not
just the ones in our pews) and especially to the most vulnerable... I talked about making
butterflies with immigrant children (not sure what possessed me to tell the Bishops about
Butterflies!)
- I said, I do not have a vision per se, but that I envisioned the forging of a framework, a
trellis, a process to gather broad insights and identify 3 to 4 priorities that focus our resources
and our passion. To discover together where God was calling us for the next 3 to 5 years?
- I talked about the Jesus Movement and spreading God's love. The need for Racial
Reconciliation and Evangelism and Creation Care...
- I said - especially at this time - Safe and inclusive communities are needed
- I also said, we must care for our leaders and be present with each other especially in the
ditches of life...
- I said DioBeth now has a solid foundation (I thanked Bishop Sean, and spoke of my deep
gratitude for the staff & Leadership of the Diocese)
- And I told them how humbled and honored I was to be the 9th Bishop of Bethlehem ...
There was silence -
Bishop Glasspool smiled and nodded (I think in affirmation)
AND THEN I ADDED ·its 10:15 AM, everyone is here, can we JUST get this going! I was
ready to get moving that morning...
And I feel the same today...
We have exciting work before us - Let's get moving...
WHAT ARE THE NEXT STEPS:
I believe this holy work of envisioning takes at least three things:
1. A Framework or Trellis (Process)
2. Broad participation (Leadership / Involvement Together)
3. Spiritual Rootedness (Continuing a Pilgrimage)
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First, you need a
I. FRAMEWORK (TRELLIS) or Process
This "Spreading God's love, particularly to the most vulnerable, From village to city, valley to
Mountain Top."
I am thrilled to introduce to you today, Steve Baker. Steve will be joining us as Consulting
Director of Mission Resources.
In this role, Steve will support the work of Diocesan Council in the development of the strategic
priorities of the Diocese of Bethlehem, including the allocation of Mission Resources and
providing grant support to congregations and leaders.
I came to know Steve about 6 years ago as we served together on the Bishop Search Committee
in NH (that called Rob Hirschfeld - the Ordination Preacher).
He has experience in strategic planning and development and has served as chair of the Mission
Resource committee of the Diocese of NH. He will complement the wonderful and varied
existing capabilities of the diocesan Staff.
This is part time, but Steve will be back for the Council meeting in a few weeks as well as for
the Clergy Retreat
Welcome Steve!
II.BROAD PARTICIPATION
God has been at work (with us) in the Diocese of Bethlehem and has begun leading us along
exciting new pathways.
The decision that you made to "take a season" (EVEN IF IT WAS A 4 YEAR SEASON) and go
on Pilgrimage speaks to the value of taking needed time to walk together in discernment.
The fruits of that time are evident in your collegiality and the hard work you have done in
preparation for this moment ...
The voices from all around the boundaries of the diocese (and Patti, Clara and I have checked
them out) must all be included -In NH we referred to the North Country Congregations as
"above the notch"- we worked hard to eradicate the US and THEM and I hear we may have work
to do to lessen the sense of otherness on either side of a tunnel! LET'S COMMIT TO THAT...
We will build on the momentum of Envisioning Together as we discover where our journey with
God is taking us next. "
Last, But Surely not least...
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Ill. A SPIRITUAL ROOTEDNESS
The kind of envisioning work that we are called to do will demand a faithfulness that is rooted in
prayer and worship.
The most pleasant and wonderful surprise for me coming to this diocese has been the discovery
of your worship life...
So powerfully witnessed already in an Ordination, a Funeral for a beloved clergy person, a
Celebration of New Ministry, and in congregations, I have had the privileged of serving among.
You are rooted ... and we must be certain that prayer is at the center of our envisioning.
Now, one cannot talk about Spiritual Rootedness without talking about Care for Creation...
I am so excited to introduce to you in a few moments - The Rev. Steve Blackmer,
Church of the Woods / Kairos Earth - who constantly reminds me that the natural world is a
bearer of the sacred and that conserving this "Island Home" must flow out all we do ... It is no
wonder that Steve's work in NH is highlighted by the Presiding Bishop as he speaks of the Jesus
Movement. All that we are is interconnected...
"From village to city, valley to mountain top, God has been at work with us in the Diocese of
Bethlehem and has begun leading us along exciting new pathways.” A momentum is building ...
Today we gather to move a bit closer in our discovery of where our journey with God is taking
us next."
I close with the prayer that I began with from Teresa of Avila
Let nothing disturb you.
Let nothing make you afraid. All things are passing.
God alone never changes. Patience gains a ll things.
If you have God
you will want for nothing.
God alone suffices.
Amen
The Rt. Rev. Kevin Nichols
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Alteration to the National Constitution Proposed at the 79th General Convention:
Bishop Kevin then called on Rev. Doug Moyer, Secretary of Diocesan Convention, as per Title
1, Canon 1.1.1 (e) of the National Canons, to make known to this Convention of a change to the
National Constitution proposed at the 79th General Convention. Rev. Moyer highlighted some
of the changes and informed Convention that the entered text of the proposed alterations will be
available on the Diocesan website. He then encouraged anyone with questions to contact one of
the Deputies to General Convention (who will be elected at next year’s Diocesan Convention).
Report on Kajo-Keji:
Bishop Kevin then invited Rev. Charles Barebo to give a report on the Diocese of Kajo-Keji.
Charlie began by noting this is the 12th year we have been involved in this work with Kajo-Keji
and gave a brief outline of the mission. He then discussed how the resumption of conflict led to
the people of Kajo-Keji fleeing from their homeland. The good news is a peace agreement has
been signed and the people will be returning. This means some maintenance work will need to
be done on the school buildings and new books will need to be purchased for the returning
students. Charlie then made a plea to Convention on behalf of the people of Kajo-Keji to help
raise some funds to aid this work.
The Rev. Van Bankston officiated at Noonday Prayer.
End of Session
Break for lunch
Session 2, Friday, October 12 at 1:00 pm Keynote:
Caring for God’s Creation – Conservation and the Christian Tradition
The Rev. Steve Blackmer
End of Session 2
Holy Eucharist: Convention then recessed and moved to Cathedral Church of the Nativity,
Bethlehem for the Seating of the Bishop and Celebration of Holy Eucharist. The Rt. Rev. Kevin
D. Nichols celebrated the Eucharist and preached.
Convention returned to the Homewood Suites by Hilton Center Valley for The Convention
Banquet.
Session 3, Saturday, October 13 at 8:30 am
Bishop Kevin called the convention back to order.
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Kate Fanning officiated at Morning Prayer, including the necrology.
The Rev. Doug Moyer, on behalf of the Committee on Nominations, reported the following
nominees:
Diocesan Council, Clergy (2 positions, 3-year term):
Michelle Moyer
Margaret Pendergast
Dennis Reid
David Zwifka
Diocesan Council, Lay (2 positions, 3-year term)
James Harding
Sara McNelis
Standing Committee, Clergy (1 position, 4-year term):
Van Bankston
Ginny Rex Day
Standing Committee, Lay (1 position, 4-year term):
Raymond Arcario
Commission on Ministry, Clergy (1 position, 3-year term)
Melinda Artman
Commission on Ministry, Lay (1 position, 3-year term)
Patti Alleger
No other nominations were received from the floor and the nominations were declared closed.
Results of the elections:
Diocesan Council
Michelle Moyer
Margaret Pendergast
James Harding
Sara McNelis
Standing Committee
Van Bankston
Ray Arcario
Commission on Ministry
Melinda Artman
Patti Alleger
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Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer, Libby House, reported on the financial status of the Diocese. The 2017 audit for
the Diocese is completed.
An audit workbook for parishes has been developed to aid parishes in complying with both
Diocesan and National canons. The goal is to have up-to-date audits for all parishes of the
diocese.
Libby also gave a brief overview of the Diocesan Investment Trust (DIT) and encouraged all
parishes to consider placing their investments in the DIT.
Libby also reviewed the proposed 2019 Diocesan Budget.
Resolutions Committee:
Linda Henry, on behalf of the Resolutions Committee, moved the following for consideration:
Resolution A: Amendment of the Canons, moved by committee for consideration.
Motion Carried
The Rev. Lou Divis, on behalf of the Resolutions Committee, moved the following for
consideration:
Resolution B: Budget, moved by committee for consideration. Motion carried.
The Rev. Lou Divis, on behalf of the Resolutions Committee, moved the following for
consideration:
Resolution C: 2019 Salary Schedule, moved by committee for consideration.
Motion carried.
Resolutions Committee and Committee on Constitution and Canons Concluded.
Youth Report:
Rev. Michele Causton and Youth Council delegate Kelly Casterline presented the work
performed by the youth of the diocese over the past year and invited the youth and adults of the
diocese to join them this upcoming year.
Reports Filed by Title:
Commission on Ministry
Diocesan Council
Episcopal Church Women
Standing Committee
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Election of Officers:
Elizabeth House Treasurer
The Rev. Douglas Moyer Secretary
Elected by voice vote.
Bishop Kevin announced the following appointments to the Commission on Ministry:
The Rev. Timothy Alleman (Chair)
The Rev. Rebecca Barnes
The Rev. Elizabeth Haynes
The Rev. Susan Treanor
Laura Drum
Maggie Niles
Resolutions of Courtesy:
The Rev. John Wagner presented the resolutions of courtesy.
Consented to by unanimous applause.
Lynne Graham officiated at Noonday Prayer.
Convention Adjourned
Respectfully submitted,
The Rev. J. Douglas Moyer
Secretary of the Diocese
RESOLUTIONS
Resolution A: Amendments to the Canons
[As REVISED by the Committee on Constitution and Canons at its meeting on October 12, 2018]
Amendment of the Canons
BE IT RESOLVED: That the following Amendments to the Canons of the Diocese of Bethlehem
be approved by this 147th Convention of the Diocese of Bethlehem, and be it further resolved,
that these Amendments shall take effect the day after any affirmative vote of this 147th
Convention:
1. Title III Canon 3, Ecclesiastical Discipline, Section 2, Discipline Structure, Subsection D,
Election shall be amended to add the following:
6. President: By June 30 of each year the Disciplinary Board shall elect a President of the
Disciplinary Board to serve for the ensuing year or until a successor is elected.
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2. Title III Canon 3, Ecclesiastical Discipline, Section 2, Discipline Structure, shall be amended
to add the following:
E. Church Attorney. The Bishop, with the consent of the Standing Committee, shall appoint an
attorney to serve as Church Attorney and to serve at the pleasure of the bishop. The person so
appointed must be a duly licensed attorney but need not reside within the Diocese.
Current Canons with suggested amendments in bold
D. Election
1. By May 1st of each year, the Bishop shall nominate and the Standing Committee shall
elect persons to fill the terms of those members whose terms are expiring in July of that
year. Those persons newly elected shall assume office on July 1st of the year they are
elected.
2. The members of the Disciplinary Board shall serve for a term of three (3) years.
3. No member shall be eligible for reelection for a year after the end of his or her second
three (3) year term.
4. There shall be no change in the composition of a Disciplinary Board as to a proceeding
pending before it while that proceeding is unresolved except for just cause as determined
by the Disciplinary Board.
5. Should a mid-term vacancy occur, the Bishop shall nominate a replacement to the
Standing Committee for election.
6. President: By June 30 of each year the Standing Committee shall nominate and
the Disciplinary Board for the ensuing year shall elect a President of the
Disciplinary Board to serve for the year.
E. Church Attorney. The Bishop, with the consent of the Standing Committee, shall
appoint each year an attorney to serve as Church Attorney. The person so appointed must
be a duly licensed attorney but need not reside within the Diocese.
Submitted by the Committee on Constitutions and Canons
Resolution B: The Budget of the Diocese of Bethlehem
Be it Resolved, That the Assessment Rate applied to Line A, Normal Operating Income (NOI)
of the 2017 Parochial Report shall be 12% in 2019
Resolved, That the Proposed Mission and Ministry Budget of the Diocese as it is presented to
the Convention be adopted.
Submitted by Diocesan Council
July 2018
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2019 Adopted Diocesan Budget
Operating Revenues
Assessment Income 951,017
Acceptance Income 125,133
DIT Income 184,668
Reserve Funds 0
Other Income 2,200
Total Operating Revenues 1,263,018
Expenses
Salaries & Benefits 646,122
Mission, Ministry & Parish Life 376,243
Administrative 146,737
Buildings & Grounds 29,900
Retiree's Benefits & Support 32,016
Convention & Meeting Expense 32,000
Total Operating Expenses 1,263,018
Excess of Revenues over Expenses 0
Resolution C: Regarding the 2018 Salary Schedule
Be it resolved, that this convention recommends a 2.4% cost of living increase for clergy and that
the salary scale for clergy for 2019 be as follows:
Proposed 2019 Cash Stipend Range:
Parish Index Size of Parish
1 - 99 Small $34,080 - $40,937
100 - 249 Medium $37,740 - $55,806
250 - 399 Large $45,165 - $69,527
400 - above X-Large $60,951 - $98,689
Be it further resolved, that this convention recommends consideration be made for additional
merit increases based on performance, as resources allow.
Respectfully Submitted by
Diocesan Council
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Resolutions of Courtesy
Be it, and it is hereby, resolved by this 147th Convention of the Diocese of Bethlehem, properly
convened on the 12th and 13th days of October in the year of our Lord 2018 at the Homewood
Suites by Hilton, Allentown-Bethlehem-Center Valley, Pennsylvania, that our gratitude and
appreciation for the ministries of the following is acknowledged and celebrated:
Homewood Suites by Hilton Management and Staff –
Your ministry of hospitality in ensuring the success of this
Convention is noted, with our deepest appreciation and thanks.
We cannot begin to enumerate the myriad of details with which
you have been tasked, but please know that your labors have
enabled this Convention to be the success that we all envisioned.
J&J Luxury Transportation Company - For transporting clergy and delegates between
Homewood Suites and The Cathedral Church of the Nativity. Making your services available to
us was indeed a blessing! We got to sit, relax, and enjoy the trip, while you did the driving.
The Bishop Search and Transition Committees - So, you say you need a new Bishop. Well,
that should be fairly easy!
You put an ad in a few publications… ask around to see if there’s anyone interested… establish a
date by which applications and CV’s must be received… review the few CV’s you receive… make
a short list of those candidates to be considered… hold an election to allow the people to do the
final selection… escort the newly-elected to their office… introduce them to their staff… and life
goes on! A process like that could take… oh, I don’t know… two, maybe three days???
Believe me, when I say that there is none in this room who believes the process of selection and
transition was anything other than laborious! Amid already busy lives, you somehow carved out
time to do yet another service for your sisters and brothers within this Diocese and for the Church-
at-Large. Your main tasks are now complete, but we shall remain in your debt.
As you return to the “normally crazy” level of demand placed upon each of you, know that you go
with our prayers, thankfulness, and gratitude… but, keep your loins girded and your sandals on
your feet… for you’ve done a great job and there will be other leaders to be selected…
The Diocese of Bethlehem Standing Committee - The Standing Committee is elected by the
diocesan convention. Half of its members are clerical, half lay. It serves as the bishop's council of
advice. The Standing Committee is requested to give consent for all bishops elected in the
Episcopal Church. It recommends persons for ordination. It gives the bishop advice and consent
on the purchase, sale, or encumbrance of any property held by a congregation or the diocese. It
gives the bishop advice and consent as to any judicial sentence given to a clergy person or concurs
in allowing a clergy person to cease functioning as a member of the clergy. It investigates and
reports to the bishop on the charge that a deacon or priest has abandoned the Episcopal Church. It
also receives the bishop's resignation.
(https://www.episcopalchurch.org/library/glossary/standing-committee)
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Above is the formal description of the duties of the Standing Committee and, to tell the truth, they
don’t sound all that daunting. In reality, these are some of the hardest working folks in leadership
positions within the Diocese. With the recent selection, election, ordination, and consecration of
our new Bishop, their duties had expanded almost exponentially. Like those who served on the
Bishop Search and Transition Committees, they too are now back to their normal level of work.
Folks, we know you far too well to think you limit yourselves to the tasks outlined in the Episcopal
Church Canons. You are always willing to take on additional roles, even though your hard-earned
“time off” may ultimately suffer. Do enjoy at least a short breather, but remember… girded and
sandals on!!!
The Very Rev. Anthony Pompa as well as the Staff and People
of The Cathedral Church of the Nativity - Sometimes, physical
proximity can be a good thing; and sometimes it can be a pain in
the… (Well, I shall be kind and not finish that line).
In a time, which seems so long ago as to be nearly ante-diluvian,
when Sneaker Networks were in vogue (think of dashing across
the parking lot carrying a bundle of 5.25”, and later 3.5”, floppy disks), there may have been great
advantage to literally being in the side-yard of Diocesan House. Nowadays, however, being able
to stand on the stoop at Diocesan House, cup ones’ hands about ones’ mouth, and intone…
“Toooooooooooooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnyyyyyyyyyyyy” may be perceived as potentially
detrimental.
All jesting aside, it is with deep gratitude that we extend our thanks to the Dean and Rector,
Cathedral Staff, and the Community at The Cathedral Church of the Nativity for the graciousness
you demonstrate in making not only your facilities but, more importantly, yourselves available for
the numerous requests you receive from the Diocesan community. During the recently ended time
of searching for, electing, and now transitioning to a new Bishop, those requests have expanded
greatly. In each and every case, you have responded graciously and lovingly. For all that you
have done and will do, we say a hearty “Thank You”, and “Well Done!”
The Episcopal Diocese of Northwestern Pennsylvania – - Our
time of sharing a Bishop has now come to a close. However, the
acquaintances made, and the friendships formed, will magnify our
ability to jointly work on projects for decades to come! Thank you
ever so much for allowing us to come alongside of you as we
jointly work for the spread of the Kingdom. It is our prayer that
the spirit of co-operation known to exist among us can serve as a
glowing example not only to the Episcopal Church, but to all
persons world-wide. We were made by one Creator, have labored
valiantly side-by-side, and deserve only the highest of marks in that Kindergarten category of
“plays well with others”! Thank you!
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The Rev. Stephen Blackmer –
Church of the Woods is a place where the earth itself, rather
than a building, is the bearer of sacredness; a place where
people gather for contemplative practice in communion
with each other and nature; a place where the church exists
to serve a mission rather than the other way around; a place
where people come together to learn, explore, and take
action to transform themselves and renew the earth.
(https://kairosearth.org/church-of-the-woods/)
It is with grateful hearts that we extend our thanks to Fr. Blackmer.
Thank you, Father, for having shared with us glimpses of the
wending pathway upon which you have, to date, followed our
God. Your faithfulness in following his lead is indeed
encouraging, and we offer our prayers of support and
encouragement as you continue in the ministry to which he has called you.
Now that fall is here (at least according to the calendar), we well-practiced pilgrims may just want
to make a pilgrimage to Canterbury (Merrimack, not Kent County) and bask in the beauty of God’s
creation with you!
Thanks again for sharing yourself with us.
The Rt. Rev. Kevin Nichols - Bishop Kevin, we have long awaited
the day when we might come to know our next Diocesan Bishop.
Having absolutely no idea just who it was God would bring to our
doorstep, we nonetheless prayed continually for you even before
he revealed you to us. Welcome to you, Bp. Kevin!
There are significant differences between travel on the
Kancamagus Highway and Wyandotte Street. Nonetheless, the
folk found along each are remarkably alike in their hearts and
spirits; although we will acknowledge some modicum of variation
between the “Dutchy” accents here and the elongated vowels found
in New England.
Bp. Kevin, welcome to you!! It is with open arms and hearts that
we welcome you into this community as our Bishop!! May you, and we, continually reflect his
glorious radiance as we minister to the lost and the least.
Come take your place among us and allow us to get to know you as you represent Christ and his
Church; particularly as apostle, chief priest and pastor of this diocese; as you work to guard the
faith, unity and discipline of the whole Church; as you proclaim the Word of God; as you act in
Christ’s name for the reconciliation of the world and the building up of the Church; and as you
ordain others to continue, with us, in Christ’s ministry. Welcome to you, dear Bishop Kevin!!
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Patti Nichols – I believe that Jesus would have given His life for
just one person. Jesus emptied Himself, He humbled Himself and
He so yielded Himself to His Father’s love that He had no
ambition of His own. He was not looking to build an empire, He
did not want praise or adulation or to impress people with who or
how many followed Him. He stopped over and over again for just
one person, for just one life.
(Heidi Baker in Learning to Love: Passion, Compassion,
and the Essence of the Gospel.)
The added stresses borne by clergy families are both legion and legendary. If those stresses are
apparent in the families of all clergy, we can only imagine how large they must loom for the spouse
and family of a Bishop. Patti, please know deep within you the truth that Christ would have
willingly climbed upon that cross even if you; or the marriage, or family, which you and Bp. Kevin
share; were the only ones who needed his atoning death. You (individually and collectively) are
indeed made in his image, and worth even the ultimate sacrifice. Please keep that quotation from
Heidi Baker close, so that it can remind you repeatedly of its truth.
Patti, we have just welcomed Bp. Kevin, and we now turn our open arms and our hearts to you.
Come and sojourn among us as our Sister-in-Christ and fellow minister. Know that you have our
love, support, and continued prayer. If the stresses ever seem overwhelming, know that there is
always space at the table and the coffee (or tea) is always kept hot! (And, from time to time,
there’s freshly baked shoofly pie as well as schnitz un gnepp.)
And now, with the most abject apologies to Emeril (who at least has the common sense to have a
recipe for schnitz un gnepp) we offer you … BAM!!!
Yield – 6 to 8 servings Ingredients
3 pounds cooked, good quality, smoked ham
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups dried tart apples
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 large onion finely chopped
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 large egg, beaten
3 tablespoons melted, unsalted, butter
About ½ cup milk
Directions
Place ham and salt in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the ham is
tender, about 2 hours.
Place the apples in a large bowl, cover with water, and soak for 2 to 3 hours. When ham is tender, add the apples and
their soaking liquid to the pot. Add the brown sugar and onions, bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered,
for 1 ½ hours.
Into a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and pepper. Add the egg and melted butter, and enough
milk to make a moist, fairly stiff, batter.
Uncover the ham and apples and bring the cooking liquid to a boil. Drop the batter by tablespoonfuls into the boiling
liquid. Cover and tightly and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground pepper.
To serve, transfer ham to a large platter and let sit for 5 minutes. Carve thinly and spoon the gnepp (buttons) around
the meat. (http://emerils.com/12577/ham-and-apple-dumplings-schnitz-und-knepp)
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These Resolutions were adopted on this 13th day of October 2018 by the 147th Convention of the
Diocese of Bethlehem. The Secretary of this Convention is directed to deliver signed copies of
these resolutions to each of those celebrated this day.
REPORTS OF ELECTED COMMITTEES
Board of Discipline
The Board of Discipline had no actions in 2018 and did not meet.
Commission on Ministry Report to Diocesan Convention
Report not submitted
Episcopal Church Women (ECW)
The ECW Board held 4 meetings in the year 2018: April 5, June 19, August 31 and December 5.
The Board made financial contributions to
Estrella of the Child Fund $252
Clare of Assisi House $500
Girls and Women’s Scholarship Fund (Kajo Keji) $300
Sponsored two members (Jean Carson and Dorothy Shaw) to attend the Triennial
Meeting in Austin, TX.
The Annual ECW meeting was held on May 9 at the Cathedral Church of the Nativity. The
speaker was the Very Reverend Anthony Pompa who spoke on the topic: “The Spirit of
Peregrination, A Journey of Discovery of the Faith in the Celtic Tradition.”
At our August meeting, Sr. Eileen from Clare House gave an overview of the mission of Clare
House, a transitional residential home for non-violent women upon their release from prison.
Following the Board Meeting on December 5, members of the Board were able to meet with our
new Bishop, Bishop Kevin Nichols, for a very positive getting to know one another meeting.
Marlene M. Hartshorne
President
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Standing Committee
The Standing Committee is established by National Canons for every diocese of the Episcopal
Church and is comprised of clergy and laity elected by the Diocesan Convention.
The Standing Committee of the Diocese of Bethlehem serves as a council of advice for the
Bishop; renders judgment on proposals by parishes which encumber or alienate their property;
certifies that all records and requirements for ordination have been met and recommends
Candidacy of Postulants to the Bishop; consents or refuses to consent to all elections of Bishops
Diocesan, Bishops Coadjutor, or Bishops Suffragan in the Dioceses of The Episcopal Church;
provides pastoral oversight of parishes “at risk” or “under review.”
The Standing Committee of the Diocese of Bethlehem consists of four clergy and four laity who
serve staggered four-year terms. Officers may be from either order (clergy/laity). The Committee
Members for 2018 were: President, The Rev. J. Douglas Moyer; Vice President, Ms. Lynn
Graham; Secretary, Ms. Liza Holzinger; Mr. Raymond Arcario, The Rev. Jane Bender, Ms.
Carol McMullen, The Rev. Earl Trygar, and The Rev. James Rinehart.
Meetings: The Standing Committee met on the following dates - October 24, 2017; January 30,
2018; February 20, 2018; March 21, 2018; April 18, 2018; and June 26, 2018.
Consents:
• Consented to the election of the Rev. Kevin S. Brown as Bishop of the Diocese Delaware
• Consented to the election of the Rev. Brian Lee Cole as Bishop of the Diocese of East
Tennessee
• Consented to the election of the Rev. Mark A. Cowell as Bishop of Western Kansas
• Consented to the election of the Rev. Michael B. Hunn as Bishop of the Diocese of the
Rio Grande
• Consented to the election of the Rev. Canon Kevin D. Nichols as Bishop of the Diocese
of Bethlehem
• Consented to the election of the Rev. Caryle J. Hughes, Bishop of the Diocese of Newark
Ordination Process:
• Recommended to the Bishop that he grant candidacy to the Transitional Deaconate to Ms.
Jennifer Scott
• Recommended to the Bishop that he grant candidacy to the Transitional Deaconate to Mr.
Kurt Kovalovich
Property:
• With the Bishop, approved the contract between Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation and St.
Paul’s, Montrose.
Transition:
• The Standing Committee approved the slate of The Rev. Canon Kevin Nichols and The
Rev. Canon Ruth Woodliff-Stanley presented by the Search Committee for election of
the IX Bishop of Bethlehem.
Respectfully Submitted,
Rev. J. Douglas Moyer, President
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PARISHES OF THE DIOCESE OF BETHLEHEM
October 2018 With the year of Admission into union with
the Convention and clergy
Name
Year
Established
All Saints Episcopal Church 610-377-2675 1907
301 N. Second St., Lehighton, PA 18235 Priest in Charge The Rev. Susan Treanor
Calvary Episcopal Church 610-377-0845 1849
300 W Board St, Tamaqua, PA 18252
Supply Clergy The Rev. Robert Gildersleeve
Cathedral Church of the Nativity 610-865-0727 1863
321 Wyandotte St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Dean The Very Rev. Anthony Pompa
Deacons The Rev. Rodney Conn The Rev. Charlie Barebo
Christ Church - Indian Orchard 570-253-3144 1917
1005 Texas/Palmyra Highway Honesdale, PA 18431
Christ Episcopal Church 570-853-9003 1898
1107 W Main St, Susquehanna, PA 18847
Christ Episcopal Church 570-265-5035 1844
1 Main St, Towanda, PA 18848
Rector The Rev. Canon Maureen Hipple
Deacon The Rev. J Lawrence Holman
Christ Episcopal Church 570-785-3425 1912
700 Delaware St, Forest City, PA 18421 Priest in Charge The Rev. William McGinty
Christ Episcopal Church 610-374-8269 1824
435 Court St, Reading, PA 19603 Rector The Rev. Canon John Francis
Deacon The Rev. Margaret Pendergast
Christ Episcopal Church 570-421-7481 1887
205 N 7th St, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 Rector The Rev. J. Douglas Moyer
Deacon The Rev. Michele Causton
Church of the Epiphany 570-563-1564 1913
25 Church Hill Rd, Clarks Summit, PA 18414 Interim Priest The Rev. F. Graham Cliff
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Church of the Good Shepherd & St John 570-296-8123 1860
110 W Catharine St, Milford, PA 18337 Rector The Rev. Van Bankston
Church of the Good Shepherd 570-347-1760 1871
1780 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18509 Priest-in-Charge The Venerable Howard Stringfellow III
Deacon The Rev. John Davis
Church of the Mediator 610-434-0155 1866
1620 W Turner, Allentown, PA 18102 Rector The Rev. Canon Maria Tjeltveit
Missioner The Rev. Twila Smith
Church of the Redeemer 570-888-2270 1877
201 S Wilbur Ave, Sayre, PA 18840 Priest in Charge The Rev. Melinda Artman
Associate Priest The Rev. Hazel Hunt
Grace Episcopal Church 570-253-2760 1833
827 Church St, Honesdale, PA 18431 Rector The Rev. Edward Erb
Grace Episcopal Church 570-287-8440 1913
30 Butler St, Kingston, PA 18704 Rector The Rev. John Hartman
Grace Episcopal Church 610-435-0782 1859
108 N 5th St, Allentown, PA 18102 Priest-in-Charge The Rev. Twila Smith
Holy Cross Episcopal Church 570-823-4436 1916
373 N Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 Rector The Rev. Timothy Alleman
North Parish Holy Apostles Church 570-429-7107 1848
307 E Hancock St, St. Clair, PA 17970 North Parish Memorial Church of St John 1857
Market Street at 13th, Ashland, PA 17921 Supply Clergy The Rev. James C. Smith
Prince of Peace 570-675-1723 1930
420 Main St, Dallas, PA 18612 Priest-In-Charge The Rev. Joseph Rafferty
Deacon The Rev. Christine Sutton
St. Alban's Episcopal Church 610-678-7001 1963
2848 St Albans Drive, Sinking Spring, PA 19608 Rector The Rev. Dennis Reid
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St. Andrew's Church - Alden Station 570-735-3295 1900
12 E Kirmar Ave, Nanticoke, PA 18634 St. Andrew's Episcopal Church 610-865-3603 1955
1900 E Pennsylvania Ave, Allentown, PA 18109
Rector The Rev. T. Scott Allen
Deacon The Rev. Lane Perdue
St. Anne's Episcopal Church 610-398-3321 1967
6667 Lower Macungie Rd Trexlertown, PA 18087 Rector The Rev. Donald Schaible
Assisting Priest The Rev. Judith Snyder
Deacon The Rev. Bernice Reichard
St. Barnabas Episcopal Church 610-683-7787 1958
234 W Main St, Kutztown, PA 19530 Supply Clergy The Rev. Canon Laura Howell
St. Brigid's Episcopal Church 610-746-3910 1996
310 Madison Ave, Nazareth, PA 18064 Rector The Rev. William Martin
St. Clement & St. Peter's Church 570-822-8043 1870
165 Hanover St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702 Supply Clergy The Rev. Charles C. Warwick
St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church 610-385-3144 1785
1188 Ben Franklin Hwy E, Douglassville, PA 19518 Rector The Rev. David Green
Deacon The Rev. Sally Bosler
St. George's Episcopal Church 610-838-9355 1909
735 Delaware Ave, Hellertown, PA 18055 Rector The Rev. Jonathan Mayo
St. James and St. George 570-876-4896 1918
398 Washington Ave, Jermyn, PA 18433
St. James' Church (Summer Chapel) 1860
2050 SR 247 Clifford Twp, Dundaff, PA 18407
St. James' Episcopal Church 570-385-0737 1839
100 Dock Street, Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 Supply Priest The Rev. Jeffrey Funk
St. James' Episcopal Church 570-636-3967 1885
2161 Main St, Drifton, PA 18221 Priest-in-Charge The Rev. Elizabeth Haynes
Deacon The Rev. Beverly Meneeley
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St. John's Episcopal Church 610-826-2611 1915
365 Lafayette Ave, Palmerton, PA 18071 Supply Priest The Rev. Canon Lexa Shallcross
St. John's Episcopal Church 570-689-9260 1845
564 Easton Turnpike, Hamlin, PA 18427 Priest-in-Charge The Rev. Dr. Ronald Miller
St. Joseph's Episcopal Church 610-759-0973 1920
1440 Verona Ave., Pen Argyl, PA 18072
Priest in Charge The Rev. Canon Joel Atkinson
St. Luke's Episcopal Church 570-342-7654 1853
232 Wyoming Ave., Scranton, PA 18503 Priest-in-Charge The Rev. Rebecca Barnes
St. Luke's Episcopal Church 717-272-8251 1859
22 S 6th St, Lebanon, PA 17042 Priest-in-Charge The Rev. Dr. David A. Zwifka
Assisting Priest The Rev. Mary Kisner
St. Margaret's Episcopal Church 610-967-1450 1908
150 Elm St., Emmaus, PA 18049
Supply Clergy The Rev. Jane Bender
St. Mark's and St. John's 570-325-2241 1836
21 Race St, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 Rector The Rev. Rebecca Parsons-Cancelliere
St. Mark's Episcopal Church 570-842-7231 1923
1109 Church St, Moscow, PA 18444 Rector The Rev. Earl Trygar, Sr
St. Mark's Episcopal Church 570-465-3896 1817
1148 Main St, New Milford, PA 18834
St. Martin-In-The-Fields 570-868-5358 1957
3085 Church Rd, Mountain Top, PA 18707 Rector The Rev. Daniel Fitzsimmons
St. Mary's Episcopal Church 610-374-7914 1912
100 West Windsor St, Reading, PA 19612
St. Mary's Episcopal Church 610-863-8007 1915
340 N. Lehigh Ave, Wind Gap, PA 18091
Supply Clergy The Rev. Canon Joel Atkinson
St. Paul's Episcopal Church 570-297-4864 1845
130 Elmira St, Troy, PA 16947
Priest-in-Charge The Rev. Han van den Blink
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St. Paul's Episcopal Church 570-278-2954 1832
276 Church St, Montrose, PA 18801
Priest in Charge The Rev. Lou Divis
St. Peter's Episcopal Church 570-836-2233 1872
3832 Route 6, Tunkhannock, PA 18657
Rector The Rev. M Lou Divis
St. Peter's Episcopal Church 570-454-6543 1866
46 S Laurel St, Hazleton, PA 18222
Deacon The Rev. Marion Meiss
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church 610-435-3901 1904
3900 Mechanicsville Rd, Whitehall, PA 18052
Vicar The Rev. Jonathan Mayo
St. Stephen's Pro Cathedral 570-825-6653 1821
35 S Franklin St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
Priest-in-Charge The Rev. Timothy Alleman
Assisting Priest The Rev. Brian Pavlac
St. Thomas Episcopal Church 610-286-9547 1740
6251 Morgantown Rd, Morgantown, PA 19543
Priest-in-Charge The Rev. Megan Dembi
Trinity Episcopal Church 570-888-5715 1864
701 South Main St, Athens, PA 18810 Supply Clergy The Rev. Benjamin Lentz
Trinity Episcopal Church 610-867-4741 1863
44 E Market St, Bethlehem, PA 18018 Rector The Rev. Canon Laura Howell
Assisting Priest The Rev. Canon Clifford Carr, Jr The Rev. Dr. Gerard Gaeta
The Rev. Dr. Jane Gaeta
The Rev. Canon Gwendolyn-Jane Romeril
Deacon The Rev. Elizabeth Miller
Trinity Episcopal Church 570-282-3620 1845
58 River Street, Carbondale, PA 18407 Priest in Charge The Rev. William McGinty
Trinity Episcopal Church 570-622-8720 1836
200 S 2nd St, Pottsville, PA 17901 Supply Priest The Rev. Timothy Albright
Deacon The Rev. Kurt Kovalovich
Trinity Episcopal Church 570-654-3261 1885
220 Montgomery Ave, West Pittston, PA 18643 Rector The Rev. John Major
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Trinity Episcopal Church 570-839-9376 1961
137 Trinity Hill Rd, Mt. Pocono, PA 18344 Priest-in-Charge The Rev. Susan M. Treanor
Trinity Episcopal Church 610-253-0792 1819
234 Spring Garden St, Easton, PA 18042
Rector The Rev. Canon Andrew Gerns
Assisting Priest The Rev. Raymond Harbort
CHAPELS IN INSTITUTIONS ALLENTOWN, Episcopal House
BETHLEHEM, Diocesan House
GLEN SUMMIT, The Fred M. & Jessie A. Kirby Episcopal House
SLATE BELT, Episcopal Apartments
2018 STATEMENT OF OPERATING REVENUES & EXPENSES (Unaudited)
December 31, 2018
YTD YTD
Actual Budget
Operating Revenues
Assessment Income 982,705 951,017
Acceptance Income 93,965 125,133
DIT Distributions 266,942 184,668
Other Income 5,039 2,200
Total Operating Revenues 1,348,651 1,263,018
Expenses
Salaries & Benefits 656,827 646,122
Ministry, Mission & Parish Life 325,981 376,243
Administrative 121,456 146,737
Buildings & Grounds 21,048 29,900
Retiree's Benefits & Support 60,367 32,016
Convention & Meeting Expenses 57,145 32,000
Total Operating Expenses 1,242,824 1,263,018
Excess of Revenues over Expenses 105,827 0
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2018 ASSESSMENT RECEIPTS (Unaudited)
YTD Church Receipts Assessment
Alden - St. Andrew 2,844
2,843
Allentown - Grace 10,044
10,106
Allentown - Mediator 45,804
45,804
Ashland - North Parish 6,663
6,663
Athens - Trinity 7,392
7,397
Bethlehem - Nativity 93,923
93,924
Bethlehem - St. Andrew 20,187
20,187
Bethlehem - Trinity 46,176
46,174
Carbondale - Trinity 7,332
7,332
Dallas - Prince of Peace 11,184
11,185
Douglassville - St. Gabriel 38,370
38,370
Drifton - St. James 2,796
2,792
Dundaff - St. James 0
656
Easton - Trinity 47,508
47,503
Emmaus - St. Margaret 5,256
5,256
Forest City - Christ 6,492
6,495
Glenburn - Epiphany 26,400
26,394
Hamlin - St. John 11,052
11,055
Hazelton - St. Peter 11,364
11,364
Hellertown - St. George 12,456
12,451
Honesdale - Grace 11,484
11,489
Indian Orchard - Christ 612
610
Jermyn - St. James 4,563
4,562
Jim Thorpe - Sts. Mark & John 27,336
27,338
Kingston - Grace 22,275
22,271
Kutztown - St. Barnabas 0
2,747
Lebanon - St. Luke 38,520
38,523
Lehighton - All Saints 11,736
11,715
Milford - Good Shepherd 18,768
18,766
Montrose - St. Paul 19,044
19,044
Morgantown - St. Thomas 8,652
8,650
Moscow - St. Mark 6,399
6,399
Mountain Top - St. Martin 4,845
4,845
Mount Pocono - Trinity 13,284
13,285
Nazareth - St. Brigid 12,600
12,595
New Milford - St. Mark 4,819
4,819
Palmerton - St. John 12,219
12,219
Pen Argyl - St. Joseph 0
3,374
Pottsville - Trinity 26,498
26,498
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Reading - Christ 51,711
51,637
Reading - St. Mary 5,128
5,141
Sayre - Redeemer 15,089
15,089
Schuylkill Haven - St. James 3,480
3,480
Scranton - Good Shepherd 7,896
7,896
Scranton - St. Luke 36,432
36,432
Sinking Spring - St. Alban 34,610
34,610
Stroudsburg - Christ 23,772
23,773
Susquehanna - Christ 2,600
3,465
Tamaqua - Calvary 2,037
2,037
Towanda - Christ 15,684
15,684
Trexlertown - St. Anne 41,059
41,059
Troy - St. Paul 3,869
3,869
Tunkhannock - St. Peter 7,342
7,342
West Pittston - Trinity 4,836
9,668
Whitehall - St. Stephen 12,000
12,000
Wilkes-Barre - Holy Cross 7,239
7,207
Wilkes-Barre - St. Clement 8,400
8,398
Wilkes-Barre - St. Stephen 40,860
40,858
Wind Gap - St. Mary 1,763
2,116
982,705 995,461
2018 ACCEPTANCE RECEIPTS (Unaudited)
YTD Church Receipts Acceptance
Allentown - Grace 100
0
Allentown - Mediator 3,817
3,817
Ashland - North Parish 1,666
1,666
Athens - Trinity 1,848
1,849
Bethlehem - Nativity 15,654
15,654
Bethlehem - St. Andrew 1,900
1,900
Bethlehem - Trinity 11,544
11,543
Carbondale - Trinity 0
1,833
Drifton - St. James 708
699
Dundaff - St. James 0
164
Emmaus - St. Margaret 438
438
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Forest City - Christ 1,620
1,624
Glenburn - Epiphany 4,048
4,404
Hazelton - St. Peter 1,200
1,200
Hellertown - St. George 100
100
Indian Orchard - Christ 156
153
Jermyn - St. James 1,143
1,524
Jim Thorpe - Sts. Mark & John 0
0
Kingston - Grace 1,200
1,200
Kutztown - St. Barnabas 0
687
Lebanon - St. Luke 2,000
2,000
Lehighton - All Saints 1,200
1,200
Milford-Good Shepherd 0
0
Montrose - St. Paul 4,764
4,761
Morgantown - St. Thomas 0
1,000
Moscow - St. Mark 1,600
1,600
Mountain Top - St. Martin 1,211
1,211
Nazareth - St. Brigid 3,144
3,149
New Milford - St. Mark 1,200
1,200
Palmerton - St. John 3,055
3,055
Pen Argyl-St. Joseph's 0
0
Pottsville - Trinity 3,200
2,500
Reading - Christ 12,912
12,909
Schuylkill Haven - St. James 876
870
Scranton - St. Luke 2,400
2,400
Sinking Spring - St. Alban 290
0
Stroudsburg - Christ 1,980
1,981
Susquehanna - Christ 360
866
Tamaqua - Calvary 507
509
Towanda - Christ 600
600
Troy - St. Paul 972
967
West Pittston - Trinity 39
0
Whitehall - ST. Stephen 0
100
Wilkes-Barre - Holy Cross 2,933
1,802
Wilkes Barre - St Stephen's 1,580
0
Wind Gap - St. Mary 0
100
93,965 95,235
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