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.
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.
Continue to pray for Ukraine and those in danger Collect for Peace from the BCP: Almighty God, kindle, we pray, in every heart the true love of peace, and guide with your wisdom those who...
This content is updated and adapted from “The Episcopal Street Action Handbook,” a collaboration originated by Jerry Maynard, Kimberly Jackson, Chris Corbin, and members of The Episcopal Church Center staff. As Episcopalians, our faith calls...
The Episcopal Peace Foundation (EPF) is is partnering again this year with the Newtown Action Alliance for a nationwide gun violence prevention (GVP) initiative Dec. 10 – 14. You are encouraged to join the initiative and...
The Absalom Jones Episcopal Center for Racial Healing is a church-wide resource which is primarily supported by the Diocese of Atlanta and The Episcopal Church, charged with providing tools and experiences to engage in racial healing, dismantling racism,...
The logo for the Episcopal Diocese of Maine utilizes design elements – namely the pine tree and the cross - that have remained consistent since 1930. The shape of the logo echoes both the diocesan shield and the shield of The Episcopal Church. View the inspirations for our current, colorful logo and download branding guidelines.
Episcopalians are invited to join a first-time, church-wide Veterans Day service to honor those who have served in the military and specially recognize the Episcopal chaplains who support them. Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe will preside,...
High school students from across the Episcopal Church who are called to be advocates and witnesses against gun violence in their communities. The Episcopal Diocese of Maine will bring a group and youth from other...
