The JNCPB is composed of 20 people. Five bishops were elected by the House of Bishops, and five clergy and five lay people were elected by the House of Deputies (Canon I.2.1.a). Two members between ages 16-21 were appointed by the president of the House of Deputies (Canon I.2.1.a). Three members were jointly appointed by the presiding bishop and House of Deputies president to ensure the cultural and geographic diversity of the church and skillsets needed for effective service on the committee (Canon I.2.1.c). The members serve a three-year term that concludes with the close of 81st General Convention in Louisville, Kentucky.
April 29 – May 1 Camp Bishopswood For the first time in two years, Episcopal Maine Youth will gather in person for an overnight retreat – and we want you to be there! REGISTER NOW to...
All are invited to attend an advent gathering with Fr. Martin Smith for a short talk, contemplations, and personal mediation. Smith is the author of widely read books on contemporary spirituality and one of The Episcopal...
A communicant in good standing, may be licensed by the Bishop to serve as Worship Leader, Preacher, Eucharistic Minister, or Eucharistic Visitor. Requirements and guidelines for the selection, training, continuing education, and deployment of lay ministers, and the duration of licenses shall be established by the Bishop in consultation with the Commission on Ministry.
The General Convention is the primary governing and legislative body of the Episcopal Church in the United States of America. It meets regularly once every three years.
“Formation” is the work of deepening our faith and learning about God, our faith tradition and ourselves throughout the course of our lives. And how we “form” Episcopalians is changing a lot as our churches and...
Dear folks in Maine committed to the work of formation, Happy New Year and joyful Christmastide greetings to all of you. I’m writing to be sure you know about some upcoming formation events and opportunities,...
USCG Auxiliary Casco Bay Flotilla “The 2-1 ACS” “Semper Paratus – Always Ready”. That’s the proud motto of the United States Coast Guard, the guardians of our Nation’s maritime safety and security. The Coast Guard...
Episcopal Diocese of Maine's resolutions, statements, and sermons regarding to Indigenous Relations
Please join us for time with the bishop and clergy colleagues that will also include an opportunity to explore community organizing with Jake Fahey (photo above), regional coordinator for Anti-Racist Organizing in Maine (AROM). An...
